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...
‘We lost a piece of our history’: Historic Stiefelmeyer Building burns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Firefighters worked for hours Monday to contain a blaze at the historic Stiefelmeyer Building in downtown Cullman, with crews remaining on scene as of print time, late evening. Cullman Fire Rescue...
Obituary: Janice Eason Tucker
Funeral service for Janice Eason Tucker, 78, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 15th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Good Hope Cemetery, Bro. Tim Box and Bro....
Arrests and Incidents reported April 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 9
harassing communications; CR 1710
theft...
Obituary: Sarah Alice Walker
Funeral services for Sarah Alice Walker, 84, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Center Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be prior...
Obituary: Janice Jones
Funeral service for Janice Jones, age 77, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, April 14,2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Bro. John Garrison officiating. Visitation will be on Monday, April 13,...
Cullman EMS ambulance involved in accident
BETHEL, Ala. - A Cullman EMS ambulance was involved in a motor vehicle accident early Monday morning on U.S. Highway 278 West.
The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department was paged to assist at approximately 5:13 a.m. following...
ALEA launches new online marine event permit submissionto streamline service
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is enhancing its service to the public with the launch of a new, streamlined online submission form for marine event permits.
The updated system replaces the previous paper-based process, which required applicants to download, print and scan forms prior to submission. With the new digital platform, individuals and...
Pulling for Survivors tractor pull returns during Alabama Strawberry Festival – April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Pulling for Survivors tractor pull will return Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m. as part of the Alabama Strawberry Festival. Hosted in partnership with Cullman Fire Rescue, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism and TriGreen Equipment, which will...
Harbin found direction at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Psychology Instructor Casey Harbin said he did not intend to become a teacher. After earning degrees in history and psychology from Auburn University, he planned to take the LSAT to become...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Incredible Winston Browne’ by Sean Dietrich
This novel by Sean Dietrich has a dual storyline. The first is about Sheriff Winston Browne and the residents of Moab. The second is about a young girl who is being held captive in a cult.
Set in the...
(Updated) 2 dead following 2-vehicle wreck in Walter
Updated April 13, 2026, at 12:20 p.m.
WALTER, Ala. - Two people died as a result of a two-vehicle wreck Sunday evening in the Walter community in Cullman County.
Alabama State Troopers on Monday morning...
ARCHERY: Vinemont Elementary takes 2026 NASP State Championship behind top ten marks from Stracqualursi...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Teams from across Alabama met at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex in Montgomery on Friday for the 2026 NASP Alabama State Championship. After finishing second in the 3-D State competition behind East...
FAITH: Get to know Cullman Christian School
With the 2025-2026 school year coming to a close, registration for next year is now open at Cullman Christian School. The school welcomes families to learn more about enrolling, as the school continues to grow and expand its campus.
Principal...
A moment with new UWCC Executive Director Tyler Hooper
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Hooper officially stepped into his role as executive director of the United Way of Cullman County on March 2, 2026.
Hooper said the community has played a significant role in shaping who he is, so having the opportunity to now serve it...
COLUMN: I’ve never been to Oklahoma, but I’ve been to Spain
Yes, I know the songs says, “Well, I’ve never been to Spain, but I’ve been to Oklahoma,” but the opposite is now true for me. I have now visited Spain and every state on...
Files from Yesteryear: April 11, 1946
From the files of April 11, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
“I’m a school boy, age nine. I’m interested in the Strawberry Festival parade and would like to know if I could ride my bicycle...
FAITH: Cullman’s Rachel Hoffman discusses her faith and being a role model for the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior basketball player Rachel Hoffman is so grateful to have God in her life, and He has changed her life in so many ways.
"God means a great deal to me,...
Sacred Heart holding fundraising walk from Hanceville to Cullman April 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church is sponsoring a fundraising walk from the church’s mission church, St. Boniface in Hanceville, to the main church and school in Cullman on...
Wallace State hosts Jill of All Trades event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College hosted the first-ever Jill of All Trades event in Alabama on Friday, April 10. Hosted across the campus, the one-day event was a hands-on career exploration program designed to introduce young...
Hanceville Council talks online youth sports registration
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at is April 9 meeting addressed online registration for youth parks and recreation league sports.
Council members voted to use Jarvis Recreation Management registration management software as a way to make signups more efficient.
In comparison, there were three...
PREP BASEBALL: Big first inning, strong pitching by Drummond & Wallace helps Vinemont get...
VINEMONT, Ala. - April has been very kind to the Vinemont Eagles so far, as they are 3-1 in their first four games of the month. They looked to keep that momentum going at...
Local students, leaders honored with statewide Farm-City Awards
Farm-City grows Alabama through service, student success
AUBURN, Ala. - Service and community involvement took center stage as farmers, leaders and students came together for the Farm-City Banquet April 9 in Auburn, recognizing achievements and...
Obituary: Gerald “Squirrely” Eugene Campbell
Was born July 20, 1943, in Alabama and passed away April 8, 2026, at the age of 82. Gerald was a devoted and well-known presence to many, remembered with deep respect for the life...
Obituary: Alexander Scott Morton
Alexander Scott Morton, known to most as Alex, passed away on April 9, 2026, at the age of 27. Alex was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on January 30, 1999.
Alex is preceded in death...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Lynn
A Service celebrating the life of Rebecca Ann Lynn, age 85 of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial will be Sunday at Cullman...
Obituary: Charles “Elwin” Trimble
Charles "Elwin" Trimble, age 73 of Hanceville, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at his residence. He was born April 25, 1952, to Clifton Coy Trimble and Eneva Campbell Trimble.Beloved Husband, Daddy and...
Obituary: Ronnie Paul Jarrett
Ronnie Paul Jarrett, age 69 of Addison, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2025. He was born February 1, 1957, to John Paul and Thelma Hayes Jarrett.Ronnie worked as an owner-operator of a trucking company...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 10, 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: Ray Kretzschmar
Born in Garden City, Alabama, Ray was a lifelong member of the community he loved. He will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, veteran, neighbor, and friend, whose kindness, presence and sense of...
Obituary: Joel Wendal Kennemur
Funeral services for Joel W. Kennemur, 83, of Athens will be 12 p.m., Sunday, April 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bethlehem East Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday,...
Honey: Nature’s original sweetener
There are many sweeteners available to us, but the most interesting and diverse is honey. Honey is a product of honey bees and the only insect-derived natural sweetener widely available. Honey also comes in many flavors...
First graders shine in ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ musical at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. – First-grade students of Cullman City Primary School recently took the stage in a vibrant performance of “The Day the Crayons Quit” — a celebration of creativity, confidence and self-expression.
The show is based on the beloved book by Drew...
Alabama Extension challenges residents to move more this month
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. -With warmer temperatures and more sunlight in the evenings, spring is the perfect time to get up, get out and move more. That’s why Move Alabama — A Community Physical Activity Challenge runs throughout the...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 9, 2026
BASEBALL
Cold Springs 8, Winston Co. 5 - Batting: C. Johnson 3-4, 1 RBI Pitching: C. Johnson 6.0 IP, 5 R, 1 ER, 5 K
Cullman 6, Jasper 1 - Batting: J. Inman 2-3 (HR x2),...
Cullman County CDC hosting Cullman Family Expo this Saturday, April 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) will host its fourth annual Cullman Family Expo this Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Cullman...
Cullman Regional Foundation Gala XXV coming April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place on Saturday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton Creek.
Gala XXV’s theme is Silver Jubilee: 25 Years of Impact. ...
Obituary: Nancy Carol Ergle Hudgins
Funeral service for Nancy Carol Ergle Hudgins, 72, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, April 13, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bethlehem Cemetery, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The...
Obituary: Rev. Jim Hampton
Funeral service for Rev. Jim Hampton, of Baileyton, will be at noon on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Cornerstone Revival Center with Bishop Greg Wilbanks, Bro. Ken Artis, Bro. Sean Ryan and his grandson,...
Arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
April 6• theft...
Cullman Swim Association wraps up competitive season after pair competes at NCSA championships
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Swim Association (CSA) wrapped up their competitive swim season at the end of March after participating in meets held in Huntsville, Madison, Birmingham, Nashville, Atlanta and Orlando. The USA...
Holly Pond distributes funds to area schools
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April 6 meeting distributed funds to local schools and held a public hearing about vacating roads.
With increased funding of $15,000 to distribute among Holly Pond schools, Mayor Carla Hart expressed...
Cullman City Planning Commission notes: April 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met at the city hall auditorium on April 7.
The commission held a public hearing regarding two subdivisions in progress. First on the agenda was Iron Hills at Cross Creek. This subdivision is located along County Road...
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Wallace State’s Diesel Technology Chair Jeremy Smith earns NC3 Master Trainer...
Wallace State Diesel Technology Chair Jeremy Smith
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Diesel Technology Chair Jeremy Smith has been named a National Coalition of Certification Centers...
