Never forget: 9/11 and the aftermath, by the numbers
Eighteen years ago today, the United States came under direct attack by a foreign enemy in an attack some have called the Pearl Harbor of our generation.
American Airlines Flight 11, carrying 76 passengers and...
Obituary: Dalford Lee Tucker
Funeral services for Mr. Dalford Lee Tucker, 89, of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12 in the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Baldwin Heights Cemetery, with Rev,...
Obituary: Bernice Christine McKinnon
Funeral services for Mrs. Bernice Christine McKinnon will be at noon at Shelton Grove Baptist Church Thursday, Sept. 12. Visitation will be at the church from 11 a.m.-noon. Ernest McKinnon will be officiating. Burial...
Obituary: Lois Jeanette Nunn
Funeral services for Lois Jeanette Nunn, 98, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019 at Welcome Baptist Church with Dr. Gary Nunn and Rev. Jerry Lake officiating. Mrs. Nunn will...
Obituary: Clarence Leon Linton
Clarence Leon Linton departed this life peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019.
He was born June 15, 1927 in Cullman, Alabama and enjoyed 92 wonderful years of living.
He resided in Cullman most of his life and...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cullman falls in area match against Hartselle
CULLMAN, Ala. –
No. 5 Hartselle traveled to No. 9 Cullman Tuesday for an area matchup between a
pair of ranked teams and despite a good effort from the Lady Bearcats, it was
the Lady Tigers who...
‘I love Cullman. I love Oktoberfest. I give this my whole heart and soul.’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year as fall approaches, Cullman residents look forward to seeing the colorful mums that provide beautiful and bold colors around town. It was the hope and passion of resident Pat...
Cullman commission approves purchase of new CCSO radios, enters detention agreement with Walker Co.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday approved the purchase of 20 individual radios with equipment for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). The total amount approved was $19,439. The quote from...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 10, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 10, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Jacobs proclaims Oct. 18 Pilot International Founders Day in city of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday officially proclaimed Oct. 18, 2019 Pilot International Founders Day in Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation were Pilot Club members Connie Byrne (Cullman Pilot...
Jacobs proclaims Day of Caring in city of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday officially proclaimed Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019 a Day of Caring in Cullman. On hand to accept the proclamation from United Way of Cullman County (UWCC)...
Pet of the Week: Homer’s looking for a home!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Homer is a 1-year-old pointer/lab mix. He’s a laid-back, low- to medium-energy pet who craves human companionship,...
Obituary: James Walter Stephenson
Memorial service details for James Walter Stephenson, 64, are incomplete at this time but will be announced later.
James was born June 13, 1955 to the late Walter and Madgie Dotson Stephenson and passed away...
Obituary: Janett Bates
Janett Faye Bartlett Bates, formerly of Cullman, passed away Sept. 9, 2019 at the age of 75.
She was born June 30, 1944 in Cullman to James Paris and Vinnie Mozell Trammell Bartlett.
She is preceded...
Good Hope council implements new School Fund Grant process
GOOD HOPE, Ala.- The Good Hope City Council on Monday night voted to implement a new way of helping the Good Hope Schools through a School Fund Grant. In addition to the yearly donations...
Baileyton Town Council talks new town hall
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council had a light agenda at its September meeting Monday evening, but it did discuss a few items regarding the new town hall under construction.
Mayor Johnny Dyar informed...
(Updated) Cullman City Council approves sale of civic center for $3.1M
Updated 9-10-19 at 11:45 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday night approved an ordinance allowing the sale of the Cullman Civic Center to Desperation Church. The City is selling the civic...
CCBOE approves $103M 2020 budget; Barnette’s contract extended 2 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Monday evening approved its budget for fiscal year 2020 in the amount of $103,065,916.39. The budget was built on an anticipated $103,757,419.96 in revenues,...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 9, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 9, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 5
domestic violence; CR...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Fairview wins West End Invitational
WALNUT GROVE, Ala. – It
was a busy weekend for Fairview’s volleyball team as the Lady Aggies traveled
to compete in this year’s West End Invitational Volleyball Tournament and returned
home with some hardware. Fairview defeated five...
(Update) 3 arrested after high-speed chase across Cullman County ends near Baileyton
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Shortly after midnight Sunday morning, a suspect led officers from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), Cullman Police and Morgan County Sheriff’s Office on a high-speed chase across Cullman County, through...
Cullman Regional hosting Balance Builder SilverSneakers Workshop Sept. 19
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional on Thursday, Sept. 19 will host a Balance Builder SilverSneakers Workshop. Attendees will learn about common risk factors and steps they can take to prevent falls, including exercises to...
SingKids! and DanceKids! kicking off Wallace State’s ArtsKids! programs for 2019
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts ArtsKids! program is making plans for the 2019-2020 academic year, with the SingKids! and DanceKids! programs starting things off this fall.
SingKids! will...
Obituary: David Irvin Hill
David Irvin Hill, 55, of Houston, formerly of Arley, entered into rest Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
David was born Dec. 14, 1963 in Haleyville Alabama. He was...
Obituary: Halley Eugene Peak
Halley Eugene Peak, 87, of Cullman entered into rest Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at Hendrix Health and Rehab.
Gene was born Dec. 21, 1931 in Cullman, Alabama to Elmer Huey and Cloie Smith Peak.
Visitation will...
Obituary: Hildred Green
Hildred Hazel Gilbert Green, 92, of Haleyville entered into rest Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019 at Terrace Manor.
She was born Aug. 18, 1927 to Charles and Della Gilbert.
Hildred was a member of the Ninth Avenue...
Book your seat now for the Oct. 15 Cullman Farm-City Tour
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Farm-City Committee invites you on a fun and educational tour planned for Oct. 15. The main goal of Farm-City is to deepen understanding of the relationship between rural farmers...
High-speed chase across Cullman County ends near Baileyton
(9/9/19 11:30 a.m.) LATEST UPDATE: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/09/09/update-3-arrested-after-high-speed-chase-across-cullman-county-ends-near-baileyton/
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Shortly after midnight Sunday morning, a suspect led officers from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), Cullman Police and Morgan County Sheriff’s Office on a chase...
Tuesday, Sept. 10 planned power outage a proactive measure to prevent possible wider-spread outage
CULLMAN, Ala. - “We understand everyone’s concern over the timing of this planned outage, especially with such high temperatures during the day,” Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) Manager of Communications & External Affairs Brian Lacy...
Files from Yesteryear: 1957
From the Files of 1957:
Gum Pond News
Mrs. Nora Smith visited Mrs. Trixie Caudle one evening last week. Mrs. Caudle came home on Monday from a Birmingham Hospital, where she was operated on last...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Chambers County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, “The 67-County Alabama Garden Party,” will spotlight different counties each...
Cullman County Youth Football week 3 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala.
- Week three of the Cullman County Youth Football season is now over and there
were some intriguing games going on around the county. The Cullman Bearcats
traveled to take on West Point, Cold Springs...
Yum! Farm Kids Club whips up late-summer meal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex’s Farm Kids Club cooked up a special treat Saturday morning, preparing a meal for themselves and their families.
“We do a monthly Farm Kids Club, and each month...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs’ boys, Holly Pond’s Chambers win at Chickasaw Trails Invitational
OAKVILLE, Ala. –
Several local squads were in the field at Saturday’s Chickasaw Trails and there
was some hardware to bring home for teams and individuals. Cold Springs’ boys
placed first in the small schools division while...
Tuberville brings robust crowd to Cullman Republican meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tommy Tuberville stopped in Cullman Saturday to speak at the Cullman County Republican Party meeting at the Elks Lodge. A robust crowd came out for breakfast and to hear the former...
13 area students earn degrees from UA this summer
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama awarded some 1,450 degrees during its summer commencement in August.
Thirteen Cullman-area students earned degrees:
Jessica Rea Bryant, of Hanceville, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Falyn Celeste Cole,...
5 area students earn degrees from JSU this summer
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Nearly 400 students received degrees at Jacksonville State University in summer 2019, including:
Amanda Bullard, of Baileyton
Amy Clark, of Vinemont
Gavin Haynes, of Cullman
Michael Marsh, of Hanceville
Kasey Winch,...
United Way Day of Caring set for Sept. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) will host its 2019 Day of Caring Wednesday, Sept. 11. Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs will issue a proclamation Monday, Sept. 9 recognizing the day. Local...
City of Cullman encourages participation in 2020 Census; door-to-door surveyors already at work
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2020 Census is still officially almost seven months away, but such a big undertaking cannot happen instantly. In preparation for the big push next March and April, census workers have...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders collect 27-14 region win at Cordova
CORDOVA, Ala. – After starting the season 2-0 with wins over Carbon Hill and Priceville, the Raiders traveled to take on the Cordova Blue Devils Friday night and get region play underway.
Good hope won...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview defeats D.A.R. 62-41 in road shootout
GRANT, Ala. - The Fairview Aggies traveled up the mountain to Grant to take on the D.A.R. Patriots and a warm September night for football. Both teams got off to a fast start scoring...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls at Westbrook Christian, 35-0
GADSDEN, Ala. - Vinemont traveled to Gadsden to face off against the Westbrook Christian Warriors in a non-region matchup. It wasn’t Vinemont’s night; on its first possession the Eagles offense had the ball bounce...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison knocks off Winston County at home, 36-14
ADDISON, Ala. - A packed house watched two longtime rivals, Addison and Winston County, face off at A.G. Hicks Stadium in Addison on Friday night. Addison was facing an undefeated, 2-0, Yellow Jacket team while...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops region opener to South Lamar
ARLEY, Ala. - The Meek Tigers looked to start off region play 1-0 Friday night with their first win of the season at home against South Lamar. Unfortunately, it was all Stallions from the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs edges Southeastern 34-33 in region opener
BREMEN, Ala. – After taking a tough loss at Berry last week, the Cold Springs Eagles returned home Friday night to open up region play against Southeastern. The Eagles and Mustangs went back and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Broncos fall at Midfield, 44-28
MIDFIELD, Ala. – Holly Pond hit the road to open region play Friday night and after falling behind big early, the Broncos weren’t able to keep pace with Midfield and fell to the Patriots...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region opener to Hamilton on the road
HAMILTON, Ala. – West Point is on the road for the third straight week of the early season and fell to the Hamilton Aggies Friday night to start region play 0-1. The defense was...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs blank Tigers on the road to move to 2-1
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville no doubt had revenge on its mind when it traveled to face J.B. Pennington Friday night and came home with a 28-0 region win. The Tigers handled the Bulldogs 71-8...
PREP FOOTBALL: Dominant 2nd half performance lifts Cullman over Decatur, 41-17
CULLMAN, Ala. - After hitting the road for their first two games of the season, the Cullman Bearcats hosted Decatur in their home opener Friday night and opened region play with a 41-17 win...
Obituary: Ruby Hazel Bailey
Ruby Hazel Bailey was born July 11, 1921 and passed away Sept. 5, 2019.
Obituary: Dearl Russell Moore
Funeral services for Dearl Russell Moore, 74, of Bremen, Alabama will be at 2 p.m. Sunday Sept. 8, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation for friends will be from 6-8 p.m. Saturday Sept....
Obituary: Danny Franklin Reynolds
Danny Franklin Reynolds of Vinemont, Alabama passed away Sept. 5, 2019.
He was born March 20, 1949 to Lester Franklin and Lella Faye McGee Reynolds in Gary, Indiana.
He is preceded in death by his parents;...
Obituary: Francis “Bud” Paden
Funeral services for Francis “Bud” Paden, 76, of Logan will be at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Ory Hampton officiating; burial at Emeus Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Ethelyn Hampton
Funeral services for Ethelyn Hampton, 83, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jim Hampton officiating; burial at Welcome Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Jesse Priest kicks off Heritage Park’s free Concerts in the Park series
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s September, and that means Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism has kicked off its annual free Concerts in the Park series at Heritage Park. Last night, local favorite Jesse Priest...
North Alabama Agriplex programs: Sept. and Oct.
All programs take place the North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Talley Ho Street, Cullman, AL 35056, 256-297-1044, unless otherwise noted.
Unless otherwise noted, to register go to www.Agriplex.org and click on the register tab. Follow...
Dates announced for free screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers at WSCC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces dates and times for screenings of South Arts’ 2019-2020 Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers. The museum is a screening partner...
Seniors enjoy annual health fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors from around Cullman County came out Thursday morning to the Donald E. Green Senior Center for the 2019 Retiree and Senior Health Fair. Organized by the Cullman County Commission on...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 6, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 6, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests...
Tuberville to speak at Cullman Republican breakfast Saturday
The Cullman County Republican Party will host its monthly meeting at the Cullman Elks Lodge (1609 Brantley Ave. NE, Cullman) Saturday, Sept. 7. This month’s special guest speaker will be former Auburn Football Coach...
PREP FOOTBALL: 4 local squads gearing up to host week 3 matchups
There are just four local teams playing at home this
week and they are spread far and wide. Meek is returning home to play South
Lamar, Addison is hosting Winston County, Southeastern is travelling to Cold
Springs...
Did ADEM withhold information on river contamination levels after June 6 Tyson/River Valley Ingredients...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Black Warrior Riverkeeper (BWR), a north Alabama environmental organization on Wednesday posted to its Facebook page a large multi-page document found in an e-file on the Alabama Department of Environmental Management...
Cullman Rotary presents more than $4K to Cullman Re-Entry Addiction Assistance
“Cullman Rotary Club presented a donation to Cullman Re-Entry (Addiction) Assistance during this week’s meeting. Cullman Re-Entry Assistance has provided such a positive impact on the community, and we are so proud of their...
Cullman County Medical Society presents defibrillator to Cullman VFW Post 2214
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman VFW Post 2214 on Thursday evening received an automated external defibrillator/automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) from the Cullman County Medical Society. Dr. Mark Addison made the presentation to Post Commander Will...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs sweeps tri-match at Vinemont, Lady Warriors collect area win
VINEMONT, Ala. –
Cold Springs and Hanceville travelled to Vinemont Thursday afternoon for a
tri-match with the Lady Eagles, but it was the Eagles of Cold Springs that left
with wins over both Vinemont and the Lady...
Obituary: Robert Lee “Hobo” Brown
Robert Lee “Hobo” Brown, 77, of Haleyville passed away at Huntsville Hospital Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
Robert was born July 13, 1942 in Birmingham, Alabama.
He was a member of Ephesus Baptist Church for 15 years....
Obituary: Barbara Sue Rogers
Barbara Sue Rogers of Garden City, Alabama, 81, passed away peacefully Sept. 4, 2019 at her home.
Mrs. Rogers was born April 12, 1938, in Hayden, Alabama.
She is preceded in death by her parents Onis...
Obituary: Mary Francis Gibbs
Mary Francis Gibbs passed away Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 at the age of 83.
She was born Jan. 28, 1936 in Cullman to Grover and Maggie Williams Phillips.
She is preceded in death by her husband...
Obituary: Jimmie Ruth Waits Tankersley
Jimmie Ruth Waits Tankersley of Vinemont, Alabama passed away Sept. 4, 2019.
She was born Feb. 2, 1931 to Dee and Ruth Waits. Her parents preceded her in death.
She leaves to cherish her memory her...
Obituary: Patricia England Lee
Patricia England Lee, 62, of Cullman, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Cullman.
She loved bird watching and working in her yards.
Patricia was preceded in death...
Obituary: Jean Whaley Bullard
Funeral services for Mable "Jean" Whaley Bullard , 82, of Cullman will be Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Moss Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kenneth Phillips officiating. Interment will be in Cullman...
Obituary: Nettie Mehulda Fell
Nettie Mehulda Fell of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away Sept. 5, 2019. She was born Dec. 24, 1930 to Luther and Viola Bates Freeman. She is preceded in death by her parents; six brothers;...
Obituary: Doris Lockhart
Doris Lockhart, 85, of Jasper, Alabama entered into rest at her home Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019.
Doris was born Nov. 23, 1933 in Oakman, Alabama. She enjoyed playing bingo and watching WWE wrestling.
Visitation will be...
Obituary: Susie Marie Goodwin
Susie Marie Goodwin was born Jan. 21, 1922 and passed away Sept. 5, 2019.
Fairview council meeting raises question of property de-annexation, how it could happen
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - On Tuesday evening Dr. Josiah Daily, assistant fire chief of the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department, who owns both the Fairview Quick Stop and The Hutch Restaurant, addressed the Fairview Town Council,...
From Paris to Cullman: meet Brooke and Vincent Desnoës
CULLMAN, Ala.- After many years in Paris, France, Vincent and Brooke Desnoës decided the time had come for a move to her hometown of Cullman. A 1986 graduate of Cullman High School, Brooke brought...
Cullman Regional files CON application for expansion project
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Health Care Authority of Cullman County/ Cullman Regional Board of Directors announced Thursday that they have officially filed an Alabama Certificate of Need (CON) application for the proposed expansion project...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 5, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 4
possession of drug...
Ivey awards $686K grant to help victims in Cullman, Winston Counties
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $686,265 grant to support an organization that aids victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Cullman and Winston Counties.
Victim Services of Cullman, Inc. will...
Bremen man arrested for meth possession after traffic stop
BRUSHY POND, Ala. – A Bremen man was arrested Sunday after Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies allegedly found a baggie of methamphetamine after a traffic stop.
Kevin Larry Bailey, 42, was charged with unlawful...
Vinemont man jailed for attempted robbery, multiple other charges
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) on Friday arrested Jeffrey Wayne Miller, 30, of Vinemont following a traffic stop in which Miller fled on foot.
A media release from the CCSO...
Ben South unveils Alabama-inspired art for upcoming exhibit
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, artist and Tribune contributor Ben South stopped by O.F. Richter and Sons paint store in downtown Cullman to display six recent pieces featuring Alabama flowers painted in color palettes...
Taco Granero planned for Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Plans for a new restaurant are underway in Fairview. Residents Mike and Amy Patton presented their concept for a Taco Granero Tuesday evening to the town’s council. The Pattons will rent...
(Updated) Cullman woman charged with murder in Jan. 2019 wreck
Updated 9-5-19 at 8:24 a.m. with the current mugshot for Quintana Rainwater
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman was arrested late Wednesday night, charged with reckless murder, manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, driving under the...
Former Holly Pond standout named Huntingdon football team captain
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Huntingdon head coach Mike Turk officially announced the football team captains on Tuesday.
Four seniors and one junior were selected by a vote of their teammates. The 2019 captains are offensive lineman...
Obituary: Adam Ruben Jason Beard
Memorial services for Mr. Adam Ruben Jason Beard, 35, of Blountsville will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Bryan officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of...
Obituary: Randy Wayne Mason
Graveside services for Mr. Randy Wayne Mason, 63, of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 at Cullman City Cemetery.
Mr. Mason was born May 17, 1956 and passed away at...
Obituary: Robert Brown
Robert Brown, 77, of Haleyville, entered into rest Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019.
Complete obituary and service information will be announced on Thursday afternoon by Nichols Funeral Home.
Obituary: Milton Adolf Lee
Milton Adolf Lee, 79, of Childersburg, formerly of Addison, entered into rest Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019 at Russell Medical Center in Alexander City.
Adolf was born April 15, 1940 to Milton R. and Christine S....
Cullman Regional welcomes pediatrician Ashley A. Ketchum, D.O.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional on Wednesday announced the addition of Ashley A. Ketchum, D.O. to its medical staff. Dr. Ketchum is a board-certified pediatrician.
She is a graduate of Albion College in Albion, Michigan...
PREP FOOTBALL: 6 local teams preparing for road matchups Friday
Nearly all of our local teams now have a pair of games
under their belt this season and are starting to work out some of their
strengths and weaknesses. Most of them will be forced to...
ADPH seeks input on maternal and child health care needs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is asking for input from Alabamians to assess the health needs of women of childbearing age, infants, children and youth in the state. One...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 4, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsSept. 2
domestic violence; CR...
Litterbugs, beware: new law means higher fines, other penalties
CULLMAN, Ala. - Litter in Alabama and you could face much harsher penalties now due to a new litter law passed earlier this year by the Alabama Legislature. The new law went into effect...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Mr. Miles!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared that last week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, Gus, has been adopted, and now she introduces us to a new canine friend:
Mr....
Cullman Police actively combating high number of vehicle crashes
CULLMAN, Ala. - During a press conference last Thursday (www.cullmantribune.com/2019/08/30/local-law-enforcement-alea-come-together-to-promote-road-safety-in-cullman-county/), local law enforcement officials talked about the high number of vehicle crashes across Cullman County. Mention was made of “saturation patrolling,” the deployment of...
Cullman Planning Commission backs off new subdivision amid problems with plan, protests from neighbors
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday evening, the City of Cullman Planning Commission got an earful from residents of the Fox Meadow and Carroll Acres subdivisions who live on lots adjoining the planned Meadowbrook subdivision...
Obituary: Gwendolyn Kay McKee
Funeral services for Gwendolyn Kay McKee, 69, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Union United Methodist Cemetery in Cedar Bluff.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Joel Keith Melson
Funeral services for Joel Keith Melson, 57, of Altoona will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jim Deason and Cody Hairston officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is...
Obituary: James Roy Lee
James Roy Lee of Hanceville passed away Sept. 1, 2019 at the age of 88.
He was born in Hanceville on Oct. 29, 1930 to James Claude and Annie Couch Lee.
He is preceded in death...
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STATE SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point’s postseason run ends with 9-4 loss...
OXFORD, Ala. – The West Point Lady Warriors spent their Wednesday competing in this year’s 5A State Softball Tournament at Oxford’s Choccolocco Park and...
