Pet of the Week: Ms. Joanne 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week Ms. Joanne is not asking for much. The approximately 5-year-old terrier mix is a low-energy girl with a gentle spirit, a grateful heart and the kind of quiet presence...

Abby Maples crowned Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen 2026 

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  The first Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen Pageant took place on May 8 at Harmony School, with Abby Maples, an 11th-grade homeschool student, taking the crown.   Taylor Folks, a Cullman native, Vinemont High School graduate and the...

Community Matters Q&A: Talking youth ministry with Clay Tankersley 

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This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Welcome to the second edition of the Community Matters Q&A series, highlighting local youth pastors who continue to make a meaningful impact in and around our community....

Local eats: Moore’s Pure  

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Where 'hon' comes as a side This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Pure.  Pure what? Pure gas station excellence in the form of breakfast and lunch. Want bacon? The best. Bologna? The thickest....

‘Our customers are the fuel to our fire’ At the heart of B&D Construction...

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This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.   Some businesses are built on plans and projections. Others start with a true leap of faith. For Brittani and Dirt Coker, B&D Construction Services started with a phone...

Terry Turney convicted in 2020 CR 222 burglary, protection order case

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  A Cullman County jury convicted Terry Lelan Turney, 60, of Arab of burglary and violation of a domestic violence protection order following a four-day trial, Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker...

PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Hanceville opens regionals with two blowout wins, Meek eliminated by Appalachian

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ALBERTVILLE, Ala. - Day two of the East Regionals at Sand Mountain Park took place Tuesday, and with Good Hope and Addison eliminated yesterday, Meek fought on and Hanceville played their first games since...

Obituary: Milford Wayne Ponder

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Milford Wayne Ponder, age 81, passed away Monday, May 11th, 2026, at CRMC.   He was a man known for his kind heart, faithful friendships, and love for simple joys in life. A graveside service...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 13, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 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: Ernie Lee Walker

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Ernie Lee Walker, age 67 of Decatur, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He was born January 1, 1959, to Earnest and Trishel Harris Walker.He was preceded in death...

Obituary: Amy Marie Watson

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Funeral Service for Amy Marie Watson, age 54 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home-Cemetery; burial at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home-Cemetery. Visitation will be...

Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church holding rummage sale May 15-16 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church will hold its annual rummage sale Friday-Saturday, May 15-16, to raise money for short-term mission trips and outreach.   Organizer Judie Hubbard said that after 11 years, the sale has grown from a small gathering into...

Seasonal safety: Heat and water

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This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Spring and summer in Alabama are full of fun, whether you’re spending a sunny day at the lake or enjoying a local festival with friends...

Cullman County EMA: Keeping the community safe 

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This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  While many residents may associate emergency management with severe weather alerts, officials at the Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) say their work...

Cullman County Museum welcomes Molly Bloom as new director

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CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) and the Cullman County Museum Board this week announced the appointment of Molly Bloom as the new director of the Cullman County Museum. “Bloom joins...

Hogland, Davis, Paschall named principals of Harmony, CCCDC, Good Hope Elementary

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week announced the appointments of three new principals for the upcoming school year: Dr Emy Hogland at Harmony School, Josh Davis at the Cullman County Child Development...

PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Meek stays alive with blowout win, Addison and Good Hope eliminated

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday morning, Good Hope looked to continue their run at regionals in Florence, and Meek and Addison took the field at Sand Mountain Park in Albertville for the first time....

Obituary: Bertha Mae Waldrep

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Bertha Mae Waldrep, 96, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on May 10, 2026. Born February 20, 1930, in Etowah, Alabama, Bertha Mae’s life reflected quiet strength, steady devotion, and a deep appreciation for...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 12, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 12, 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: Joel Mansfield Buttram III

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Joel Mansfield Buttram, III, age of 38, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will miss him dearly.Joel was preceded in death by his mother,...

More than 25 graduate from WSCC Dental Hygiene program 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Hygiene program celebrated the success of more than 25 students who completed the program and are ready to step into careers as dental hygienist.  “I’ve watched them come in...

Summer camps for kids  

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This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Camp Cullman  Dates: June 1–July 31 (break June 29–July 3)  Time: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.  Location: OmniPlex (beside CWAC)  Cost: $1,350 per camper  $20 discount for second child  $25 discount for additional children  This...

Tulum Mexican Grill opens in Fairview 

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill opened Monday, May 11, in Fairview, welcoming the community to a newly renovated restaurant and flavor-filled menu.   Owner Corlina Peralta said she is most excited about seeing people coming together and enjoying a good...

Hanceville’s Cathi Bradford running for ALSDE, District 6 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Local Air Force veteran and educator Cathi Bradford is running for Alabama State Board of Education District 6.  Bradford lives in Hanceville with her husband. She said she active in the community and has clear goals for the District.   Bradford shared that she met her...

Tyler Dooley convicted of felony murder in 2020 New Canaan double homicide

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Dwight Dooley, 32, of Arab, was convicted Monday, May 11, on two counts of felony murder in connection with the Aug. 15, 2020, deaths of Levi Benjamin Lawrence, 24, of...

PREP SOFTBALL REGIONALS: Good Hope collect wins over Curry, Central-Florence to move on to...

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Florence, Ala. - The 4A North Regionals at Florence got underway on Monday morning, and the Good Hope Lady Raiders took on the Curry Lady Yellow Jackets in the first round. It was close from beginning...

Obituary: Andrew Jackson Parsons III

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Andrew Jackson Parsons III, age 45, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1980, to Andrew and Sue Parsons. Andrew was a dedicated and hardworking man...

Obituary: Sarah Pitts

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Funeral services for Sarah Pitts of Hanceville will be Thursday, May 14th, at 2 p.m. in Hanceville Funeral Home's Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Brother Mike Smith will be...

Obituary: Amber Parkes Whitaker McGill

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Funeral services for Amber Parkes Whitaker McGill, 42, of Cullman will be 11 a.m. May 13th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Center Hill Cemetery. The family will welcome...

No. 13 WSCC softball finishes regular season with four straight wins over Coastal Alabama...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Lady Lions, after sweeping Coastal Alabama - South in their final home series of the season, traveled to Bay Minette to take on the Coyotes again in the...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 11, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents May 7 trespassing; CR 222 trespassing; CR...

Obituary: Bonnie Graves

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Funeral services for Bonnie Jean Tubbs-Graves, 86, of Vinemont, AL will be 11 a.m., Thursday, May 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Joy Cemetery. The family will...

Obituary: Evie “Kaye” Butler

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Mrs. Evie W. ‘Kaye’ Butler, age 80, of Fairview passed away on May 9, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Butler was born December 12, 1945, in Cullman County to Lois and Hoy...

Alabama Softball earns No. 1 national seed, set to host 21st consecutive NCAA Regional

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama softball was announced as the No. 1 overall national seed during Sunday evening's 2026 NCAA Softball Tournament selection show, securing the Crimson Tide's 27th consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance and its 21st...

ALEA urges Alabamians to share the road during National Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As National Bicycle and Motorcycle Safety Month kicks off in May, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is joining the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to remind all road users that safety is a shared responsibility, whether you’re driving a car or riding on two wheels.   Bicycles are legally considered vehicles in Alabama, meaning bicyclists must...

ADCNR: CAB honors Blankenship, changes turkey season dates  

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Conservation Advisory Board met for its final time in 2026 and paid tribute to Chris Blankenship, commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR), whose tenure will end with...

Next phase of I-65 resurfacing begins tonight, May 10

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The next phase of a $16.5 million project to resurface the entirety of I-65 in Morgan County will begin the evening of Sunday, May 10, weather permitting. The contractor, Rogers Group, will resurface from just...

Tulum Mexican Grill to open May 11 in Fairview 

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill will open in Fairview Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the site where The Hutch once operated.   Tulum Owner Corlina Peralta said the new restaurant’s menu features tons of classic Mexican grill options, along with some Tulum originals and a “Little Aggies” menu.   “We...

Resurfacing of Hwy. 278 near Jones Chapel to begin May 11 

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A $2.4 million resurfacing project on U.S. Highway 278 near Jones Chapel in Cullman County will begin next week.  Weather permitting, contractor Grayson Carter and Son will start work Monday, May 11.   The project will resurface nearly 8 miles of Highway 278 from the Winston...

COLUMN: Mama was in her garden

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When I was growing up, I often wondered who my mother planned on feeding with all that food we grew in her vegetable garden. My siblings were all older than me. They married and...

Files from Yesteryear: May 9, 1929

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From the files of May 9, 1929 B & P W Club Notes The Business and Professional Women’s Club held its regular meeting by invitation of Misses Alberta and Gertrude Ziegler, at their home in north...

Op-Ed: Mother’s Day: ‘I can’t carry it for you, but I can carry you’

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Mother’s Day has always served as a day when we honor and celebrate the cherished mothers and mother-like mentors in our lives. It’s a day where young kids scribble their names on printer paper, draw...

Obituary: Kenneth Wade Haynes

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Kenneth Wade Haynes, 80, of Cullman, Alabama, was born January 26, 1946, in Alabama, and died May 7, 2026. A man marked by steadfast devotion and quiet resilience, Kenneth met life with a steady...

Obituary: Carolyn Louise Myers

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Carolyn Louise Myers, 83, passed on May 7, 2026; she was born on September 23, 1942, in Berlin, Alabama, and was a resident of Cullman, Alabama.  Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis Beard and...

Obituary: Dolores Frieda Stevenson

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Dolores Frieda Stevenson, age 97, of Cullman, passed away on May 8, 2026. She was born on December 24, 1928, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family and...

Obituary: Charles Reid Davis

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Charles Reid Davis, age 91, passed away on May 8, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Somerville, Alabama, the eldest child of Carter and Lucille Lyle Davis.  Charles is survived by his...

After 58 years, Cullman veteran formally presented Purple Heart 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After nearly six decades, Richard “Rick” L. Leigeber has received formal recognition of a Purple Heart earned after he was injured while serving in Vietnam.  Leigeber, a Vietnam veteran and 2024 Cullman Veterans Hall of...

Cullman City Schools recognized as ‘Rising Star’ by ALSDE 

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CULLMAN, Ala - Cullman City Schools has been recognized as a “Rising Star” school system by the Alabama State Department of Education for its strong academic efforts and implementation of the state’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports...

Hartselle Civil Air Patrol squadron invites families to explore program 

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HARTSELLE, Ala. - A Civil Air Patrol squadron in Hartselle is inviting local families to learn more about its youth and adult programs.  The group meets each Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Agape House, 205 Hickory...

City of Cullman Planning Commission notes: May 5, 2026 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission was called to order by Commissioner Michael Sullins at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, in the Cullman City Hall auditorium. Members approved the minutes of the previous meeting, held April 7.  Public hearing    Short form subdivision request – 1011 Main Ave. SW – two lots  Short...

Ivey signs special election bills as Alabama seeks court action on district maps

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey signed two bills Friday, May 8, giving her authority to call special elections in certain congressional and state Senate districts if courts allow Alabama to use earlier maps...

Obituary: Kenneth Rafie Hollins

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Kenneth Rafie Hollins, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on Wednesday morning, May 6, 2026, at the age of 79. Ken was born to Grover Green and Anna Marcella Smith...

Obituary: Evelyn Underwood Sams

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A memorial service for Evelyn Underwood Sams, 61, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Monday, May 11th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Mrs. Sams was born January 12, 1965, in Birmingham, Alabama to Ray & Phyllis...

Obituary: Peggy Sue Freeman

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Funeral service for Peggy Sue Freeman, age 76, of Logan, will be Monday, May 11, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m....

Obituary: Michael Lynn Stricklin

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Michael Lynn Stricklin, age 76, of Cullman, passed away on May 7, 2026. A devoted husband, minister, veteran, and faithful servant of God, Michael dedicated his life to sharing the Gospel, serving others, and...

Wallace State Downs Northwest-Shoals 6-4 in ACCC Tournament Opener

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OXFORD, Ala. — Wallace State opened play in the ACCC Baseball Championship with a 6-4 victory over Northwest-Shoals on Thursday afternoon at Choccolocco Park, advancing to the winner's bracket semifinals. Northwest-Shoals took a 1-0 lead...

CHS honors seniors at Career Tech Education Signing Day 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s not just student-athletes who are recognized for committing to college sports. Cullman High School recently held a signing day to celebrate students who have chosen to embark on meaningful careers in technical industries, enroll...

Kickin’ it for the Kids event this Saturday, May 9 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids will host a free event – Kickin’ it for the Kids – this Saturday, May 9, from 1-6 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds.   Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Case Manager Alyson Miley said the event...

Holly Pond council announces park upgrades; Pops in the Park set for May 9 

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting on Monday, May 4, announced park upgrades and discussed the upcoming Pops in the Park event.   The concession stand at Governors Park has been repainted. Councilman Eli Howard said...

Ty Harrison awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Ty Harrison was awarded a scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Ty is the son of Mike and Maria Harrison of Holly Pond.   Harrison will graduate from Holly...

Vehicle break-ins reported at Hwy. 157 businesses; Joppa man charged

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A Joppa man has been arrested and charged following reports of thefts from vehicles at two businesses along Alabama Highway 157, according to the Cullman Police Department. Skylar Dale Hill, 28, was taken...

Hayden man arrested in fatal Highway 157 crash in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man has been arrested following a Cullman County grand jury indictment connected to a February crash that killed a woman from Arab, according to the Cullman Police Department. The CPD...

PREP SOFTBALL: First round regional pairings set for Addison, Meek, Hanceville and Good Hope

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama High School Athletic Association has officially released the pairings for the first round of the 2026 Regional Tournaments. Hanceville and Meek both won their respective areas to head into...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 7, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents May 4 domestic violence; CR 616 domestic...

Obituary: Gail Hanvey

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Funeral service for Gail Hanvey, age 85 of Eva, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Saylor, Lisa Holmes, and Pastor Bruce Grimmet...

Obituary: Robert Jerald “Jerry” Calloway

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Robert Jerald “Jerry” Calloway, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, at the Folsom Center. Born on December 11, 1939, to Jenkins William Callaway and Deura Irene Butler Callaway. Funeral service will be...

Pet of the Week: Joyful Agnus  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Agnus, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a young tuxedo domestic shorthair kitty with a playful spark and a subtle, caffeine-like personality.  Approximately 5-6 months old, Agnus is the kind of kitten who can turn almost...

Recipe: Pineapple Pomegranate Chicken Tacos 

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This summer needs flavor and it’s time to add a citrus twist to savory food!   You will need the following items:  Flour tortillas  Lemon  Canned pineapple   Pomegranate seeds   Mango habanero salsa   Lettuce   Jalapeños   Purple onion   Chicken breast  Lemon pepper    Taco seasoning   Coconut soy sauce   Butter  Coconut oil  First you will want to slice your...

Scales, tails, feathers, fur and all!  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Critter Crew delivers hands-on natural science education throughout north Alabama, partnering with schools, homeschool groups and community events. Through interactive STEAM programs, the crew introduces audiences to both native and exotic wildlife,...

A floral affair at Karma’s  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local florist Floriography held a Build-Your-Own Bouquet event at Karma’s Coffee House on Saturday, May 2. Customers selected stems and created their own bouquets to take home.   Floriography Owner Anne Lawrence Hughes said she creates arrangements for important moments like weddings, elopements and...

FAITH: West Point’s Emma Thrasher talks about her faith, getting baptized and religious influences

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WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point sophomore/upcoming junior cheerleader Emma Thrasher thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life, and she shared a little bit about getting saved and...

Cullman County Schools holds Military Signing Day

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools on Tuesday, May 5, held its 2026 Military Signing Day at the Cullman County Board of Education office, welcoming family, friends and military personnel, and recognizing students who...

Wallace State finishes runner-up at NJCAA Division II National Championship

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SUMTER, S.C. — Wallace State's women's tennis team concluded its season Wednesday with a runner-up finish at the NJCAA Division II National Championship. The Lady Lions finished second in the final team standings with 39...

Obituary: Reginald “Reggie” Clay

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Reginald "Reggie" Clay, 77, passed away leaving behind a life defined by hard work, dedication, and deep love for family. He was born February 7, 1949, to K.L. Clay and Mavis Smith Clay.  Funeral service will be...

Obituary: Candace Mae Lovell

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Funeral Service for Candace Mae Lovell, age 81 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Jeff Lovell officiating; burial at Holly Pond Cemetery....

Obituary: James Franklin Turner, Jr.

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James Franklin Turner, Jr., 71, passed away on May 3, 2026, at UAB Hospital.  He was born on January 3, 1955, in Kentucky to James Franklin Sr. and Vonda Lee Key Turner.   Cullman Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 6, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 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...

Make sun protection a habit to help prevent skin cancer 

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable. May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to learn preventive skin care...

Guided ghost tour through downtown Cullman 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday evening, May 2, visitors gathered at Sipsey Winery for a guided ghost walk that combined local history and hands-on activities along Cullman’s historic downtown streets.   Lesley Ann Hyde, owner and founder of The Southern...

COLUMN: Poster board procrastination 

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It was usually about 8:45 on a rainy Sunday night when the drama began.   One of my boys would burst into the den, chest heaving like he had just run the final leg of an...

All Modes of Severe Weather Possible Today into Thursday

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CLANTON – Wednesday, 6:00 am, May 6, 2026 It now appears that supercells will move into the western portions of the state this afternoon and form a broken to solid line by early evening somewhere...

PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope falls 6-5 in area championship matchup with West Morgan

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EAST LAWRENCE, Ala. - After falling to West Morgan to start out this year's Class 4A Area 13 tournament on Monday, Good Hope rolled past East Lawrence (Monday) and knocked off Danville (Tuesday) in their...

53rd annual Arley Day Festival set for May 16

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ARLEY, Ala. - The 53rd annual Arley Day Festival is set for Saturday, May 16, at D.H. Hamner Memorial Park. Hosted by the Arley Women’s Club, the festival will run from 8 a.m.- 2...

Cullman marks Small Business Week with proclamation at city hall

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at Cullman City Hall, formally recognizing May 3–9, 2026, as Small...

Welti Elementary classes canceled Wednesday, Thursday after fire in K1 building

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Classes at Welti Elementary School have been canceled for Wednesday, May 6, and Thursday, May 7, following a fire in the school’s K1 building Tuesday afternoon, according to Cullman County Schools. When...

Severe threat increasing for portions of central Alabama

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CLANTON, Ala. – Tuesday, 2 p.m., May 5, 2026 A cluster of storms will move across far northern Alabama tonight into early Wednesday morning.  A couple of storms could produce wind gusts from 40-60 mph,...

Obituary: Doreen Annette Waldrep

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Doreen Annette Waldrep passed on May 1, 2026, at the age of 70. Born April 16, 1956, to Oxford O'Neal and Stella Marie Ray, she was a resident of Cullman, Alabama. She was preceded in...

Obituary: James Charles Veach

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James Charles “J.C.” Veach, 89, of Cullman, Alabama, formerly of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on April 29, 2026. J.C. was born on February 9, 1937, in Corbin, Kentucky. Over the years, he built a life...

Obituary: James Dion Marrs

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James (Jamey) Dion Marrs born September 15, 1966, went to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026. He leaves behind a son Dion Marrs, his beloved Barbara (Barbie) Stanley, his mother Mona Harris, brother...

Arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 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...

Sasquatch 5K Mud Run this Saturday at Stony Lonesome 

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BREMEN, Ala. - The Sasquatch 5K Mud Run, formerly known as the Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run, will take place this Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park.   Cullman County Parks and Recreation Marketing Director Sara Morgan said the department has been hosting the Mud...

Kiah Lake awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship  

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Kiah Lake was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Kiah is the son of Heath and Mandi Lake of Arley.  Lake will graduate...

Jackson Haynes awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Jackson Haynes was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Jackson is the son of Ben and Whitney Haynes of Cullman.  Haynes will graduate...

Annalee Allen awarded Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship  

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Annalee Allen was awarded the Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Annalee is the daughter of Kevin and Brandy Allen of Cullman.  A...

PREP SOFTBALL: Hanceville tops Locust Fork 6-1 in area championship game, secures first ever...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted Locust Fork in the Class 3A, Area 12 title game on Monday night. In their prior matchup in the winner's bracket semifinals, the Bulldogs prevailed 2-0. With...

Local angler lands 72-pound catfish, celebrates love of fishing and family

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  What started as a calm day on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for local angler Savannah Woods, who recently reeled in a massive 72-pound catfish — a catch that’s...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents April 30 assault; Beech Ave. SE possession...

Obituary: Jimmy Freeman

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Funeral Service for Jimmy R Freeman, age 79 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Chris Godfrey and Greg Leipert officiating; burial at...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Lightning’ by Dean Koontz 

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My husband was the first to recommend this book to me. It was spoken highly of to him by his godfather and his copy was passed on to my husband. They both read it fairly...

CATA holds inaugural Career Fair  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its innaugural Career Fair on April 30, inviting students, employers and community members to learn about different career options.   Jeff Johnson, assistant principal and work-based learning coordinator at CATA, explained that the event aimed...