Explore Wonderland Under Warrior at Rickwood Caverns 

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WARRIOR, Ala. - Families looking to add a little adventure to their holiday festivities won't have to travel very far. About 25–30 minutes from Cullman, Wonderland Under Warrior at Rickwood Caverns State Park has...

Cullman’s Kathryn Cleckler named to ‘The 87’ by Troy University 

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TROY, Ala. - Kathryn Cleckler of Cullman has been selected by Troy University as a member of "The 87.”  The 87, formerly Who's Who, recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who have excelled in campus...

Pet of the Week: Conner and his signature sit  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Conner, an Aussie mix around 10 months old, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.   He has quickly become a shelter favorite thanks to his easygoing personality and the way he...

Lowe’s of Cullman marks 6 years of Thanksgiving service 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – For the sixth straight year, Zach Lee, Brian Roberts and their team at Lowe’s of Cullman served the community in a Thanksgiving tradition that began in 2019.   What started as an effort...

Christmas event calendar 

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Cullman Christkindlmarkt   Through Dec. 23 | Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. | Sundays, noon- 8 p.m. | Open seven days a week beginning Dec. 11 | Admission: Free | www.cullmanchristkindlmarkt.com   7th Annual Christmas at the Grotto  Nov....

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6  Addison preparing for huge showdown with No.1 Wadley 

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ADDISON, Ala. - The quarterfinals of the 2025 AHSAA State Football Playoffs concluded last week, and Addison was the only local team to emerge victorious. The Bulldogs trailed Marion County, 16-8, in the first...

Curt’s Closet Christmas Open House set for Dec. 7 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Curt's Closet will host its first Christmas Open House this year. The event will take place Sunday, Dec. 7, from 4-6 p.m.   Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said Curt’s...
The Cullman High School Bearcat Swim Team turned in an impressive performance at the AHSAA State Swim Meet held this past weekend in Huntsville. Competing among 523 athletes from 76 schools across all divisions, CHS advanced to finals (top 16) in all but two of its qualifying events in the combined 6A/7A division. (Cullman City Schools)

PREP SWIMMING: Bearcats deliver strong showing at state swim meet

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -  The Cullman High School Bearcat Swim Team turned in an impressive performance at the AHSAA State Swim Meet held this past weekend in Huntsville. Competing among 523 athletes from 76 schools...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 26, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 26, 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...

Thanksgiving holiday travel tips from ALDOT 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will have no temporary lane closures on interstate routes during the Thanksgiving holiday. Lane closures will be suspended from Wednesday, Nov. 26, at noon through...

Cullman Housing Authority hosting Christmas movie event Dec. 9 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will host a kid-free holiday movie event for residents 18 and older on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at noon at the Hilltop Community Center.   Cullman Housing Authority Executive Director...
Sara Baker (Cullman Police Department)

(Updated) Cullman attorney Sara Baker allegedly tried to kill husband with fentanyl

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Updated Nov. 26, 2025, at 10:53 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Court records made public on Wednesday, Nov. 26, allege that local attorney Sara Baker, 74, of Vinemont, tried to kill her husband, James Doyle Baker,...

Obituary: Kenneth Delmer Roden

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Funeral services for Kenneth Delmer Roden, 78, of Hanceville will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday November 26th at Mountain Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery.  Visitation will be prior...

Obituary: Darla Denise Bowen

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Darla Denise Bowen, age 62, of Baileyton, AL. died Sunday, November 23, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Billy Bowen; daughters, Paige Norris (Paul) and Hope Bowen; brother, Ted Bolzle; five grandchildren; and two...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 25, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 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...

Wonderland Under Warrior returns to Rickwood Caverns State Park  

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WARRIOR, Ala. - For the ninth straight year, Rickwood Caverns State Park will become a walkable holiday extravaganza known as Wonderland Under Warrior. The immersive attraction is filled with holiday lights and characters designed...

Local entrepreneur hosts 2nd Small Business Christmas Market   

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A local entrepreneur hosted her second Small Business Christmas Market event on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. Small Business Market Owner Shayla Waldner said they wrapped...

The Link serves up Thanksgiving blessings 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman community combined efforts on Saturday, Nov. 22, at The Link of Cullman County’s Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru event. Local churches, banks and other organizations worked hard to ensure local...

Wreaths Across America to include Holly Pond, Duck River and Cullman City Cemetery ceremonies...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Three Cullman County cemeteries will take part in this year’s Wreaths Across America tribute, joining thousands of locations across the country in honoring the men and women who served in the...

Lights of Love to honor Edge, Ponder, hospice patients 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation Dr. Herman C. Ensor Lights of Love Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. at St. John’s Christ Hall. This year’s event will...

COLUMN: Fruitcake and other feast failures 

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Ah, Thanksgiving — the holiday built around gratitude, family and, of course, food. I could add football to the list, but most games on Thanksgiving are so dull they just hasten the inevitable post-meal...

Portions of state upgraded to slight risk for severe weather Tuesday into Early Wednesday

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Meteorologist Jim Stefkovich, Alabama Emergency Management Agency CLANTON, Ala. – A few storms in western Alabama may become more discrete supercells very early Tuesday morning, and supercells may again form both ahead of and within...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 24, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents November 20 possession of marijuana; possession...

Obituary: Beverly Ann Killough

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Beverly Ann McFall Killough, 78, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday morning, November 23, 2025. Ms. Killough was born to James Bruce and Veda Kizar Bingham McFall on May 15, 1947, in Jefferson...

Obituary: Katherine Short

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Katherine Short, age 72 of Bremen, AL passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at UAB Palliative Care. She was born October 10, 1953, to Bill Brookshire and Betty Dowdy Brookshire.She was preceded in...

Obituary: Faye Elnora McGriff

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Faye McGriff transitioned from her life on earth and joined her husband, Dewel, in heaven November 22, 2025.  She was 99 years old. She was born on May 3, 1926, in Akron, Ohio, to...

Woman dies after being struck by vehicle in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman woman died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said Crystal Lynn Brooks, 48, was pronounced dead at Cullman Regional on Nov. 22,...

Buy local this holiday season 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – As we approach the season of giving, what better way to show your appreciation than by also supporting local businesses! We know handmade gifts aren’t as easy as they look, and...

Obituary: John Kirkpatrick

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Mr. Johnny "John" M. Kirkpatrick of Cullman passed away on November 22, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on July 1, 1936, in Hueytown, Alabama to William Clayton and Mary Pauline King Kirkpatrick.  Mr....

Obituary: Melba Fay Clark

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Melba Fay Clark, known to most as Fay, passed away on November 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. Ms. Fay was born in the Joppa area of Cullman County, Alabama, on February 8, 1945,...

Obituary: Donual Barnett

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Funeral service for Donual Barnett, age 76, of Cullman, will be Monday, November 24, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Malcolm Carter officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 23,...

Obituary: Richard Lewis LeCroy

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Graveside service for Richard Lewis LeCroy, 79, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m., Friday, November 28th, 2025, at Fairview Methodist Cemetery, Bro. Richard Saylor officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from...

Cricket Wireless in Hanceville giving out turkey vouchers Monday

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cricket Wireless is giving back to the community this Thanksgiving. Cricket Wireless Regional Manager Abdullah “AB” Abumazen said that on Monday, Nov. 24, they’ll be giving out turkey vouchers at the Hanceville...

Fairview Elementary Aggie Ambassadors collect more than 500 pounds of food for Cullman Caring...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary students recently hosted a canned food drive, collecting more than 500 pounds of food for Cullman Caring for Kids.   Cullman Caring for Kids Executive Director Steven Sutter said recently the...

Winter Wonderland: ‘This is going to be the best and biggest year yet’

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The lights are on at the 23rd annual Winter Wonderland at Sportsman Lake Park!Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius said the ribbon cutting, which took place Thursday, Nov. 20,...

COLUMN: A penny for your thoughts

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The penny has been pronounced dead. Well, actually, there’s plenty of them still rolling around, but rumor has it that their production has stopped. Some say that the last one was minted on Nov....

Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 22, 1962

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From the files of Nov. 22, 1962 Back --a-- BitFrom The TRIBUNE Files of 1922 — 1942 40 YEARS AGO Wm. E. James was guest speaker at the American Legion banquet in Florence on Armistice Day. T. A....

Obituary: Pamela Renee Ayers King

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Pamela Renee “Renee” Ayers King, age 64, passed away on November 21, 2025. Originally from Hanceville, Alabama, Renee made her home for many years in Blountsville and Cullman, where she lived a good life...

Obituary: Elois Wynema Carden

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Funeral services for Elois Wynema Carden, 76, of Cullman will be 12 p.m. Monday, November 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Spring Hill Cemetery. Bro. Alton Bailey will...
(B.A.S.S.)

Crane Hill’s Thomas Turnbull named to 2025 Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Bassmaster High School All-American Fishing Team is welcoming its 12 newest members. Nearly 200 students in grades 10-12 applied for the prestigious honor. A panel of judges consisting of representatives from...
The ribbon was cut Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, officially opening the 2025 Cullman Christkindlmarkt. (Chasady Woods/The Cullman Tribune)

Christkindlmarkt open for the season

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christkindlmarkt is open for the season, with officials cutting the ribbon to kick of the holiday festivities on Thursday, Nov. 20, at Depot Park. This will be the market’s longest...

LIST: Local Thanksgiving meals

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Here’s a list of local Thanksgiving meal events. Know of one we missed? Email us at news@cullmantribune.com. Spirit Life Church Thanksgiving Holiday Giveaway – drive-through food bank (free) Monday, Nov. 24, 9-11 a.m. Spirit...
The Link of Cullman County has launched Open Season on Hunger. (Facebook)

The Link launches Open Season on Hunger  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – After SNAP benefits were in limbo and as deer hunting season begins in the area, The Link of Cullman County has launched Open Season on Hunger. The nonprofit’s food pantry, The Pantry...
(Alabama Cooperative Extension System)

Thaw, cook the Thanksgiving turkey with ease  

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is time to start thinking about preparing the star of the dinner table: the turkey. Safely getting the turkey ready to take the...
Brittany Hamm and her daughter, Bella Hamm, at the Cullman County Public Library in downtown Cullman on Nov. 20, 2025 (Chasady Woods/ The Cullman Tribune)

Local author spotlight: ‘More Than Enough: A Mother’s Journey Back to What Matters’ 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Local author and business owner Brittany Hamm held a meet and greet at the Cullman County Public Library in downtown Cullman Thursday, Nov. 20. She debuted her book, “More Than Enough:...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Salvation on Sand Mountain’ by Dennis Covington  

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Recently I have been re-reading some my favorite books. I just finished Ann B. Ross’s novel, “Miss Julia to the Rescue” and Ann George’s “Murder Carries a Torch.”   Ann B. Ross wrote a series about Miss...

ALEA: Keep the roads safe so everyone can give thanks this holiday season 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — As families across the state prepare to gather and give thanks, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging motorists to make safety a priority during this Thanksgiving holiday travel period....
Sarah Cumbie (St. Bernard Preparatory School)

St. Bernard student passes away at 17

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School lost one of its students suddenly this week. The school said in a statement Friday morning, “St. Bernard Preparatory School grieves the heartbreaking loss of junior student Sarah...

Obituary: Lorene Boatright Mann

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Lorene Boatright Mann, was born on November 7, 1929, and she passed away on November 19, 2025, at the age of 96. She is preceded in death by her husband: Jerry Martin Mann, sons: Jerry...

Obituary: Margie Sue Hanson

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Funeral service for Margie Sue Hanson, 68, of Falkville will be at 2 p.m., Monday, November 24th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating.  The family will receive friends at the...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 21, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 21, 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...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 10 Good Hope falls to No. 5 Plainview in quarterfinals...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After advancing with a 31-7 win at West Morgan last week, the Good Hope Raiders were back home at James W. Shabel Stadium to host Plainview in the quarterfinals Thursday...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 4 Fairview’s postseason run ends with 16-14 loss to Scottsboro

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview advanced with a road win over Jacksonville last week and were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Thursday night to face Scottsboro in the 5A quarterfinals. The Wildcats took advantage...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison advances to semifinals with 28-22 win at Marion...

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GUIN, Ala. – After dominating their second-round matchup against Berry 39-6 last week, the Bulldogs hit the road for a quarterfinal battle at Marion County Thursday night. The Red Raiders were able to build...

FAITH: Local Pastor Todd Greenlee talks preaching style, journey to Christ 

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Todd Greenlee from Cullman currently pastors at Old Zion Church in Nauvoo, Alabama. He started preaching when he was 21 years old. He had initially attended the University of North Alabama to pursue accounting...

Cullman native sworn in as district captain for United States Coast Guard Auxiliary 

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MACKINAW CITY, Mich. - At the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Change of Watch ceremony, held in Mackinaw City, Michigan on Nov. 2, 2025, Cullman native James Munger was sworn in as the next...

Wallace State hosting ‘The Nutcracker’ Nov. 22-23 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will host Ballet South’s production of “The Nutcracker” Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23, at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre.  The annual event is an unofficial kickoff for the...

Obituary: Mary B. Alleman

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Mary B. Alleman age 85 of Cullman, Alabama, passed away November 17, 2025. She was born July 3, 1940, in Pennsylvania. Mary is preceded in death by her husband of almost 50 years Clair G....

Obituary: Lester Elwin Davies, Jr.

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Lester Elwin Davies, Jr., age 85 of Vinemont, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at His Hanceville Nursing Home. He was born, November 15, 1940, in Pittston, PA to Lester Elwin Davies, Sr....

Obituary: Floyd Gilbert Dyer

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Funeral Service for Floyd Gilbert Dyer, age 86 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Center Grove Baptist Church with Bro. Jerry Hall and Bro. Jason Vinson officiating;...

Obituary: Terry Herman Freeman

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Funeral service for Terry Freeman, 60, of Cullman will be Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Bro. Monty Bridgewater and Bro. Anthony Freeman will officiate.  Interment will be...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 20, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 20, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents November 17 theft of property; CR...

The Link to host free Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru Nov. 22 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host a free Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru on Saturday, Nov. 22, offering families a way to bring a full holiday meal to their table during...

Berlin council talks farmers’ market project 

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BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council met Monday, Nov. 17, with a good portion of the meeting devoted to discussion about the ongoing Berlin Farmers Market project.   Mayor Patrick Bates acknowledged a bid from...

Pet of the Week: Hero the happy hiker 

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   CULLMAN, Ala. – Hero, a Lab mix estimated to be about 3 years old, is the kind of dog who makes you feel better just by being in the room. He’s The Cullman Tribune...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Bulldogs, Aggies, Raiders gearing up for quarterfinal matchups 

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Updated Nov. 20, 2025, at 1:14 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - The second round of the state playoffs concluded last Friday night, and three local teams clinched a spot in the quarterfinal round: the Addison Bulldogs,...

Cullman Christkindlmarkt opens Thursday! 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year from the end of fall and start of winter, Cullman transforms into a living reflection of its German heritage. From the lighting of the Weihnachtspyramide, to the festive Christkindlmarkt...

23rd annual Winter Wonderland display opens Thursday at Sportsman Lake Park  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The grand opening of the 23rd annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display at Sportsman Lake Park will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, with the Run, Run, Rudolph Fun...
Cullman City Hall(Cullman Tribune file photo)

Cullman City Council approves moratorium on R-4 residential developments

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met Monday, Nov. 17, and moved through a full agenda that included a moratorium on new R-4 residential developments. Resolution 2026-36 establishes a temporary moratorium on new R-4...

PREP BASKETBALL: West Point collects road sweep of Hanceville

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs took on the West Point Warriors in a pair of county games at home on Tuesday night, and West Point took home a pair of very impressive wins...
(Wallace State Sports Information)

2 nationally ranked (local) powerhouses to clash Thursday night at Wallace State

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HANCEVILLE, AL - Basketball fans are in for a treat this Thursday, Nov 20, at 7:30 p.m., when two nationally ranked programs sitting roughly 40 miles apart face off in a high-stakes showdown. The Snead...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 19, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 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...

Obituary: Mark Steven Whisenhunt

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Mark Steven Whisenhunt, born on December 13, 1960, in Cullman, Alabama, passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 64. Mark is preceded in death by his parents: Luther and Maxine Whisenhunt. Mark was...

Obituary: Donna Eileen Maddux

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Donna Eileen Grabert Maddux, 79, of Hanceville, AL passed away on November 17, 2025, at CRMC surrounded by her family. She was born on July 23, 1946, in New Orleans, LA to Jesse and...

Obituary: LTC Johnnie R. Strickland, AUS, (RET)

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LTC Johnnie R. Strickland, AUS, (RET) of Cullman, AL Passed away Monday, November 17, 2025 at the age of 95. Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Cullman...

Flourish of Cullman hosts Friendsgiving  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman’s Board of Directors and team members hosted a Friendsgiving dinner at Traditions Bank recently. The event focused on showing appreciation and serving parents of individuals with...

Church at the Well holds annual chili cook-off 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Church at The Well hosted its annual chili cook-off, a tradition going on 10 years, on Nov. 16. This year's event was organized by Family Life Pastors Jeffrey and Ashley Starnes,...

Chick-fil-A Cullman North to open Nov. 20  

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CULLMAN, Ala.  –  Cullman’s new Chick-fil-A restaurant will open Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, at 6 a.m. The restaurant will be led by Owner-Operator Randy Earnest, marking his second Chick-fil-A in the community.   Located at 5411...

Designer Bag Bingo brings in $55K

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CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County raised over $55,000 at its annual Designer Bag Bingo event at Cotton Creek Warehouse on Thursday, Nov. 13.   United Way Executive Director Stephanie Childers said there were...

Honey Baked Ham opens in southwest Cullman 

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Updated Dec. 12, 2025, at 1:55 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – Honey Baked Ham is officially open in Cullman. It’s located at 1738 Second Ave. SW (U.S. Highway 31) next to Farmers Home Furniture. The store,...
Ramon Maldonado-Vasquez (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

Bond revoked for man facing 3 murder counts in fiery Hanceville crash

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  An Altoona man is behind bars until his murder trial after failing to show up for a recent court appearance. Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Gregory Nicholas on Nov. 17, 2025,...
Ginger Whitworth with Smith Lake Jake (Tam Ewers)

Ginger Whitworth dies, prompting famous Alabama groundhog’s retirement

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GRAYSVILLE, Ala. - Ginger Whitworth — the wonderfully eccentric, ditty-singing sidekick of Alabama’s beloved, weather-predicting groundhog, Smith Lake Jake — passed away on Nov. 17, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer. She was...
The seventh annual Christmas at the Grotto will open to the public on Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Ave Maria Grotto. (Lauren Estes/The Cullman Tribune)

7th annual Christmas at the Grotto opens Nov. 20  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The seventh annual Christmas at the Grotto will open to the public on Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Ave Maria Grotto. Ave Maria Grotto Director Roger Steele said when they launched Christmas...

Obituary: Lena Ruth Bibby Littlefield

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Lena Ruth Bibby Littlefield, age 76, of Empire, Alabama, passed away on November 15, 2025. She was born in Oneonta, Alabama, and grew up in Robinwood, Tarrant, and Vincent before returning to Tarrant to...

Obituary: Daniel Lee Verner

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Daniel Lee Verner, age 60, of Crane Hill, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at his residence. He was born December 8, 1964, to Bobby Verner, Sr. and Patricia Ann Massengill.He was preceded...

Obituary: Fred P. Morris

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Fred P. Morris, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on November 16, 2025, at the age of 87. Mr. Morris was born on March 22, 1938, in Blount County, Alabama. Fred is preceded in death...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 18, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 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...

Obituary: Dorothy Virginia Grimmett

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Dorothy Virginia Grimmett, known for her gentle and wise spirit, passed away on November 16, 2025, at the age of 99. Born on February 9, 1926, Dorothy led a life full of devotion, selflessness,...

Obituary: Billy Bob Nooner

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Bob Nooner, 93-year-old loving husband to Barbara Nooner for almost 66 years, left this life for an eternity in Heaven on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his home in Eva, Alabama with his family.Billy...

Obituary: Betty Engel Newman

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Funeral Service for Betty Engel Newman, age 96 of Durham, NC will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at graveside at Cullman City Cemetery with Rev. John Bussman officiating. Visitation will...

Harmony 5th graders collect more than 1K pairs of socks for Curt’s Closet 

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LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School's fifth-grade Pirates and Pixies clubs successfully completed their first major service project. Students worked hard and collected more than 1,000 pairs of socks, exceeding their original goal of 500...

Storm shelter tax credit available for Alabama homeowners 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama homeowners may be eligible for a state income tax credit to help offset the cost of building or installing a storm shelter at their primary residence.  The Storm Shelter Tax Credit...

COLUMN: Winning the 4th quarter 

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I left the doctor’s office, got into my car and began screaming obscenities at the top of my lungs. I have had enough. When I visited this doctor to get a second opinion on...

Good Hope City Council talks community center updates 

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council at its Nov. 13 meeting heard updates on several ongoing projects, including the construction of the new community center and storm shelter. Officials said concrete...

ALEA: Stay alert as deer movement increases statewide 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding motorists to use extra caution on Alabama’s roadways this time of year, as deer activity and vehicle-versus-wildlife crashes increase significantly during the fall...

PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders knock off Lady Aggies, 53-25

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Good Hope Lady Raiders traveled to take on the Fairview Lady Aggies in an early county matchup on Monday night. After a close first quarter, Good Hope quickly broke the...
Jubilee Kitchen and Bar will host a Singo Bingo night on Nov. 18, at 6 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Wallace State Singers. (Jubilee Kitchen and Bar)

Jubilee hosting Singo Bingo fundraiser for Wallace State Singers Nov. 18

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Kitchen and Bar will host a Singo Bingo night on Nov. 18, at 6 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Wallace State Singers. Wallace Stare Dance Captain Emily Sharp and Vocal...
A dream that began less than a year ago became reality on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, as Wallace State flag football captured the inaugural ACCC Flag Football Championship with a commanding 27–6 win over Shelton State at Rip Hewes Stadium. The top-seeded Lions closed out their first-ever season with a flawless 20-0 record. (Wallace State Sports Information)

20-0! WSCC completes perfect season, claims inaugural ACCC Flag Football Championship

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DOTHAN, Ala. — A dream that began less than a year ago became reality on Sunday, Nov. 16, as Wallace State flag football captured the inaugural ACCC Flag Football Championship with a commanding 27–6...
Kevonta Doneterrece Price and Tiffany Carter (Cullman Police Department)

CPD: 2 arrested for exploiting elderly

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department said two people have been arrested in connection with what it called an organized scam operation targeting elderly individuals in the Cullman area. “Suspects have been approaching elderly...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 17, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents November 13 theft of property; CR...