COLUMN: Cake-baking day is one of the best
I’m wondering if Saturdays have always been cake-baking day. That seemed to have been the case when I was a child, and now, many years later, actually, even many decades later, it still seems...
Obituary: Nancy Rebecca Harrison Moore
Nancy Rebecca Harrison Moore passed away Saturday, April, 26, 2025. She was born July, 16, 1955 to Leonard and Myrtie Turner Harrison.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Michael Amos Griffin...
From Lego Masters to young artists – 4-H Round Up brings out the best...
CULLMAN, Ala. - From Lego builds and homemade art to freestyle soccer routines and more, the Cullman County 4-H Round Up on April 22, was packed with creativity as local students competed for a...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope collects wins over East Lawrence, Danville; area tournament scoring recap
GOOD HOPE, Ala. --- The Good Hope Lady Raiders were back home hosting this year’s 4A, Area 13 tournament on Saturday and they kicked off their postseason run with a pair of wins over...
Obituary: William Scott Hale
Funeral service for William Scott Hale, 65, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Concord Cemetery, Bro. Mike Yeager officiating. The family will...
Files from Yesteryear: April 26,1934
From the files of April 26, 1934
CLASSIFIED ADS
ONE CENT A WORD ADS
FOR SALE—Will sell at a bargain my light twin Johnson Motor, in good condition. R. E. Lee, City. 26apr-1o.
FOR SALE—Young fresh Jersey Milk...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 7 Vinemont splits doubleheader at Phil Campbell, game 3 set...
PHIL CAMPBELL, Ala. – Vinemont took down Randolph County at home in round one and the Eagles’ postseason campaign continued with a round two matchup at Phil Campbell on Saturday. Vinemont dominated game one,...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Cullman falls to Pell City in round 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats dominated their opening round series against Hazel Green last week and they were back on Bill Shelton Field to face Pell City in the second round on Saturday. Cullman...
Pulling for Survivors: Fire truck pull to benefit Victim Services set for May 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman will host its first-ever Pulling for Survivors fire truck pull event on Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the parking lot of WildWater Cullman. The...
Fairview students competing in underwater ROV event at Dauphin Island Sea Lab
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School are competing in the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) ROV Competition Northern Gulf Coast Regional at Dauphin Island Sea Lab. The competition, which takes place April...
4th annual Pops in the Park tonight in Holly Pond
HOLLY POND, Ala. - April is Jazz Appreciation Month and the Holly Pond High School Band will host its fourth annual Pops in the Park tonight, Saturday, April 26, from 5-7:30 at Governor’s Park.
Holly...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 3 Addison splits with Pickens Academy, game 3 set for...
CARROLLTON, Ala. – After dominating Skyline in round one, the Addison Bulldogs hit the road for a round two battle at Pickens Academy on Friday. After a slow start in game one, the Bulldogs...
Obituary: James Travis Hudson
James Travis Hudson, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
James is survived by his wife of 17 years, Janice Hudson and his son, Jamie Hudson.
A visitation for James will...
Obituary: Roger “Bud” Moon
Roger "Bud" Moon, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Born and raised in Holly Pond, AL, he never lost his pride in his hometown.
Bud is survived by his...
‘Always be kind and love everyone, no matter who they are’: Cold Springs’ Lainey...
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival pageant was held at Cullman High School on April 12 and Cold Springs' sophomore Lainey Gerstman went home with the crown. She has been competing...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 25, 2025. 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...
Bradberry announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jill Bradberry recently announced her candidacy for Place 1 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Bradberry’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Lifelong Cullman resident Jill Bradberry has officially announced her...
Harrison announces re-election bid for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cheryl Gable Harrison recently announced she is seeking re-election to Place 3 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Harrison’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Cheryl Gable Harrison announces her re-election...
Urologist Leor Arbel joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently welcomed Leor Arbel, MD, to Cullman Regional Medical Group. Arbel is the fourth urologist to join the hospital’s employed provider group in two years. She also has the...
Pet of the Week: Meet Misty Steele!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful and sweet Misty Steele, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. She’s a domestic shorthair who is approximately 1-year-old.
This beautiful girl is friendly, curious and outgoing. If you...
Cullman Regional Foundation Gala XXIV to honor Brown, Lyrene, Culpepper, Jowers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place this Saturday, April 26, at 5:30 p.m. at the Venue at Cotton Creek. Gala XXIV’s theme is “Old Florida.” The evening will...
Obituary: Rosella Speegle Akers
Rosella Speegle Akers, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. She was born on September 14, 1938, to the late Loys and Gladys Entrekin Speegle, in Cullman County, AL....
Obituary: Doyle Everett Sadler
A graveside service for Doyle Everett Sadler, 96, of Cullman will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26th at Garden City Cemetery Billy Randolph will be officiating. Visitation will be prior to the service from...
Obituary: Myra Angela Deese
Memorial Service for Myra Angela Deese will be April 25, 2025, at 4 p.m. with visitation at 3:30 p.m. for friends and family at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Mary Ann Clarke
Mary Ann Clarke, age 90, of Crane Hill, passed away on Tuesday, Aprill 22, 2025. She will be laid to rest at Cullman Heritage Cemetery. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Clarke...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 21
domestic violence; CR 1716
theft...
WSCC: Celebrating Alan Wood’s journey to community leadership
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Alan Wood has been in banking for 40 years and traces his successful career back to his time at Wallace State Community College.
Wood attended Wallace State from 1984 to 1986, earning...
Cullman library curating ‘Tiny Art Gallery’
CULLMAN, Ala. – All month, the main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) has been providing tiny canvases for patrons to take home, decorate as they please, and return by April...
Cullman City Schools to open out-of-district kindergarten registration May 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Parents with young students outside the Cullman City Schools district who are interested in enrolling their children as out-of-district students will have an opportunity soon — though space is limited.Out-of-district registration...
Locals earn statewide Farm-City honors
Farm-City honors exceptional students, volunteers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Farm-City celebrated the multiplying effect of county committees’ work in schools and communities during its annual awards luncheon April 17 in Auburn. The program concluded the...
Cullman City Council moves on airport improvements, celebrates local athletes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday opened its meeting by welcoming athletes from Cullman Gymnastics, to celebrate their recent victory at the 2025 Alabama Optional/Xcel State Meet, where they were named...
Alabama Strawberry Festival set to celebrate 86 years of tradition and community spirit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Strawberry Festival is back for its 86th year, promising an even bigger and better celebration of community, agriculture and the arts. Hosted by Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism...
Obituary: Kathryn Lin Denny
Kathryn Lin Denny, age 30, of Laceys springs, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025.
Kathryn is survived by her parents David & Ronda Denny; her sons Isaiah & Braxton, her grandmother Brenda Lange,...
Obituary: Brenda Sue Jones Bonds
Funeral service for Brenda Sue Jones Bonds, 64, of Joppa, will be at 2 p.m., Friday, April 25, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. The family will receive friends from...
St. Bernard Prep represented at Talladega Superspeedway
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School received a thrilling opportunity to be represented on the national stage this weekend, thanks to the generosity of Dr. and Mrs. Scott Gillis of Eufaula, Alabama. The...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 23, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman...
Students commit to Wallace State Applied Technology programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Dozens of students put pen to paper recently, committing to Applied Technology programs at Wallace State Community College as part of the NC3 Letter of Intent Signing Day.
“Today we celebrate a...
‘Schoolhouse Rock’ camp set for June 9-14
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools Foundation is hosting a “Schoolhouse Rock” music camp this summer, offering students a fun and energetic introduction to foundational music concepts through the songs of “Schoolhouse Rock.”...
WPHS quiz bowl team to compete in national championship April 25
WEST POINT, Ala. - With its strong finish at the William Rufus King Memorial Tournament, the quiz bowl team from West Point High School proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On...
25th annual Safe Kids Expo coming April 26
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 25th annual Safe Kids Expo will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m.-1p.m. at Sportsman Lake Park.
The event is organized by Brooks’ Place – The Child Advocacy Center...
Wallace State names Duarte, Sutherland Student and Teacher of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recognized its Student of the Year and Teacher of the Year at the recent State of Education event held by the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce. Emily...
Local attorney charged with DUI
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local attorney has been charged with driving under the influence (DUI).
According to the Cullman Police Department, Kimberly Drake, 57, of Cullman, was arrested during a traffic stop on April 21,...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2025. 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...
City school board honors Faulk, Kennedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its April meeting named Employees of the Month. Support Services Coordinator Hayden Faulk and Technology Technician Chris Kennedy.
Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff honored Faulk's work ethic, acknowledging...
Flourish’s Kentucky Derby Bingo event raises $34K
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman hosted a fun-filled night recently at its Kentucky Derby Bingo fundraiser. Held at Cotton Creek Venue, the event saw guests participating in five rounds of bingo,...
Local spotlight: The Forty Acre Wood
CULLMAN, Ala. - Nestled in the Terri Pines neighborhood, The Forty Acre Wood is a destination for families seeking outdoor adventure in the spring and summer. Purchased in 2015, the land was converted into...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont, Cullman, Addison preparing for round 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – With round one of this year’s state baseball playoffs in the books, we have three local teams remaining in the field with round two coming up later this week. After sweeping...
Cullman City Council celebrates local athletes’ state championship
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday opened its meeting by welcoming athletes from Cullman Gymnastics, to celebrate their recent victory at the 2025 Alabama Optional/Xcel State Meet, where they were named...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope downs Cordova 8-2
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- The Lady Raiders were back home hosting a senior night matchup against Cordova on Monday and after Good Hope jumped out to an early lead, they stayed in front throughout...
Obituary: Melvin Eugene ‘Gene’ Clayton
Funeral service for Melvin Eugene ‘Gene’ Clayton, 87, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Phillip Wigley officiating. The family will receive friends from...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 17
dog bite; CR 1352
dog...
‘It touched a lot of people’s hearts’: Jillian Zapka to represent Good Hope in...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Jillian Zapka will be representing Good Hope High School in the upcoming Fair Queen pageant this fall and she’s already looking forward to getting back on stage. This was her...
Obituary: William Michael Hughes
William Michael “Mike” Hughes, from Fort Deposit, AL and a resident of Montgomery, AL, departed for his Heavenly Home on April 16, 2025. He left peacefully with his children at his side.
Mike was born...
Obituary: Martha Joan Ellinger
Martha Joan Ellinger, age 79, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Martha was born in Cullman County on January 22, 1946 to Sylvester and Ottillia Ellinger. She attended Sacred Heart...
Obituary: Bobby Wayne Knight
Funeral Service for Bobby Wayne Knight, age 67 of Eva, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, burial at Valley Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be from...
Obituary: Felton Curtis Easterwood
Funeral Services for Felton Easterwood, will be Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Scott Adams and Colby Adams officiating. Visitation will be 12 p.m. - 2 p.m....
Op-ed: Truth matters – Alabama’s voter rolls
President Abraham Lincoln said, "You can fool all the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you cannot fool all of the people all of the...
3 Birmingham residents charged with organized retail theft in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three Birmingham residents were arrested and charged in Cullman on Friday, April 18, with organized retail theft.
According to the City of Cullman, at approximately 3:05 p.m., Cullman Police Department patrol officers...
‘Everyone deserves to be treated equally and have all the same opportunities’: Vinemont’s Makenna...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Junior Makenna Howard will represent Vinemont in the Fair Queen pageant this October. She has been competing in pageants ever since she was little, and the things that she learned from...
COLUMN: A biography with a different ending
I did not grow up in a family of readers. Oh, I don’t mean my family was illiterate. My parents could read; they simply didn’t do much of it. They read what they needed...
WSCC: Celebrating Chibueze Meremetoh’s journey to a nursing degree
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Chibueze “Chi” Meremetoh is a proud alumnus of Wallace State Community College, where he earned his associate degree in nursing while simultaneously earning his bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University...
FAITH: ‘finding God for yourself is one of the most important things you can...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview senior Emily Benson is so happy to have God in her life and in this interview, she talked about different times He's been there for her and shared some of...
Wallace State earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College on Tuesday announced that it has earned the 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation.
Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and...
Files from Yesteryear: April 19,1945
From the files of April 19,1945
To and FroBy EAGLE EYE
Friday the thirteenth was a lucky day for competition when the Cullman County High school judging team won the state contest at Auburn. Winning first...
Vendor applications open for 2025 Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2025 Hanceville Grilled Cheese Festival is preparing for another year of grilled cheese thrills and competition and is now accepting vendor applications for the fifth annual event. A full preview...
COLUMN: ‘Hey Siri! Where are we?’
Here’s a friendly reminder to all of you travelers hitting the road this spring and summer: your GPS routing system is only as good as the information you put in it. Simply put, if...
Wallace State recognized as Rising Star by Aspen Institute
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College was recognized as a Rising Star at the2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence award ceremony Thursday. The award recognizes the college’s significant improvements in student outcomes...
‘This is more than a garden’
East Elementary Garden Club hosts ‘Garden Baby Shower’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The East Elementary Garden Club on Friday, April 11, hosted a “Garden Baby Shower” to raise funds and gather new gardening supplies.
The event offered...
Commission passes resolution opposing SB322
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Tuesday, April 15, passed a resolution opposing Alabama Senate Bill 322 (SB322) (https://tinyurl.com/sb322), which it said would allow municipalities to annex community development...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats sweep Hazel Green to advance; round 1 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats secured the Area 13 championship during the regular season, so they were back home at Bill Shelton Field Friday night to host Hazel Green for the opening round...
Obituary: Arvis Wendell Freeman
Arvis Wendell Freeman, age 83, of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the Bailey Family Center for Caring with his family by his side. Born on June 5, 1941,...
Obituary: Burnice ‘Junior’ Sams
Burnice Junior Sams, 74, of Cullman, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025, at his residence.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Sams was born on April 9, 1951, to parents, Burnice and...
Obituary: John Kelly Clark
Funeral service for John Kelly Clark, 44, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Bethlehem West Baptist Church with interment in Ebenezer Cemetery, Revs. Anthony Clark and Cory Drummond...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 18, 2025. 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...
St. Bernard Prep’s Madilyn Kerber named Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete Region Winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School senior Madilyn Kerber has been named the Region 7, Class 1A Scholar-Athlete by the prestigious Bryant-Jordan Scholarship Program. She was recognized at the 40th Annual Bryant-Jordan Awards...
Cullman’s Carolina Beach Shaggers hosting event April 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sherry and Tommy Boatright have brought the vibrant tradition of Carolina Shag dancing to the Cullman community. After hosting group lessons for members of St. John’s Church, the couple is now...
Sip, paint and plant your way into spring at Bloom Winery!
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Bloom Winery opened in Rogersville in the summer of 2021 with a goal of becoming a place where friends gather and memories are made. Today, Bloom has three north Alabama...
Deviled and dyed: Extension’s guide to Easter eggs
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - With Easter on the horizon, yards will soon be filled with brightly colored eggs, just waiting to be discovered. For many, dyeing eggs is a yearly tradition. For others, the...
Pet of the Week: Beautiful, vibrant Pearl
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Pearl, a Great Pyrenees with badger markings – The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This beautiful girl is approximately 1.5 years old. Pearl is classified as having low energy, but...
Annual event honors area schools, educators, students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2025 State of Education Community Luncheon at Wallace State Community College on Friday, April 11. The annual event featured Cullman City Schools Superintendent...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 7 Vinemont splits with Randolph County, game 3 set for...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles secure this year’s 3A, Area 12 Championship during the regular season and as a result, they were back home at Mike Cupp Field Thursday night to host Randolph...
FAITH: St. Bernard Abbey celebrates Easter Triduum
The solemnity and seriousness of Holy Week are very evident in the Church of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman. Crucifixes and images of saints are covered with violet cloth as Christians “fast” from the...
PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 3 Addison powers past Skyline to advance to round 2
ADDISON, Ala. – After securing the area title during the regular season, the third-ranked Addison Bulldogs began their postseason run at home with a matchup against Skyline. The Bulldogs dominated both games from start...
PREP SOFTBALL: Vinemont pulls away to earn 14-7 area win at J.B. Pennington; Thursday...
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Vinemont hit the road for an important area matchup at J.B. Pennington Thursday night and returned home with a 14-7 win over the Tigers. Vinemont plated five runs in the final...
Obituary: William E. Hatton
William E. Hatton, 85, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at Woodland Village in Cullman. He was born in Flint, Michigan on May 2, 1939, to parents, William and Ada Mae Hatton...
Obituary: Charlotte Ann Petrin
Charlotte Ann Petrin, 88, of Hayden, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
She was born on December 12, 1936, to parents, Donald...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
April 14
menacing; Hwy. 91
possession of...
Wallace State receives Rising Star award from Aspen Institute
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Aspen Institute on Thursday, April 17, announced that Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, one of 16 colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System, is the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize...
West Elementary’s Lauren Hughes wins statewide Governor’s App Challenge
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman City Schools student won the statewide Governor’s App Challenge, a competition where students across Alabama were tasked with creating their own apps to showcase the use of Science, Technology,...
Wallace State’s Delgado, Wilt earn All-Alabama Academic Team honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Two Wallace State Community College students were among 48 recognized by the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) at its 30th annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program recently at the Embassy Suites...
Obituary: Pamela Rose Gunter
Funeral service for Pamela Rose Griffin Gunter, 62, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Andrew Heptinstall officiating. The family will receive friends from...
Obituary: Margaret Ann Patton
Funeral service for Margaret Ann Patton, 74, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m., Monday, April 21, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Patton Hill Cemetery, Rev. Keith Whitley officiating. The...
Wallace State hosting watch party Thursday for Aspen Prize announcement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host a watch party on Thursday, April 17, when the Aspen Institute announces the winner of the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The prize...
(Update) ALEA releases IDs of all involved in fatal Smith Lake boat crash
Updated April 17, 2025, at 7:55 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - ALEA on Thursday released the identities of all people on board both boats involved in Wednesday's fatal crash on Smith Lake.
One person on board...
Op-Ed: Old times not forgotten
Keeping to his word, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has initiated the re-renaming of military bases. Renaming, not to their original names, but their rightful Confederate names. Will this restoration of Southern heritage return to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 16, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 16, 2025. 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...
Murder mystery dinner raises funds for library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) on April 10, hosted a thrilling night of mystery, plot twists and laughter with a murder mystery dinner.
Gathered at Camp Meadowbrook,...
Volunteers needed for Smith Lake, roadside cleanups April 25-26
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Smith Lake Environmental Preservation Committee (SLEPC) is hosting two cleanups this month. The Renew Our Rivers Smith Lake Cleanup will be held Friday, April 25, from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and...
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Allbright for House of Representatives, District 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Heath Allbright for Alabama House of Representatives, District 11, to replace the vacancy created by the recent resignation of Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview.
Gov. Kay Ivey...
Cullman Chamber to host free ‘All About Meta’ Lunch & Learn April 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host a free Lunch & Learn titled “All About Meta”on Tuesday, April 29, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Chamber office. Attendees are encouraged...
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Hanceville dispatcher’s cause of death revealed; 3 officers reportedly arrested
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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More details were released today about the death of Hanceville Police Department dispatcher Christopher Michael Willingham, 49, back...
