Obituary: Marcella Davis

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Marcella was born November 4, 1941, and went to be with The Lord on November 16, 2025, at the age of 84.  Born in Jasper, Alabama to Marvin and Delatha Grace.  She is survived...

Rainbow trout can thrive in Alabama ponds during winter

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Enjoying a day fishing for rainbow trout doesn’t require an airline ticket from Alabama to Big Sky Country. All it takes is planning, investment and cooler temperatures. Corey Courtwright, an aquatic resources...

PREP SPORTS: Roundup from Thursday-Saturday

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Thursday, Nov. 13 Prep Basketball Vinemont 59 - Cullman Christian 27 (VG) Vinemont 77 - Cullman Christian 20 (VB) Cullman 75 - Cordova 7 (VG) Cullman 67 - Carbon Hill 25 (VB) Prep Bowling  Fairview 1,288 - Good Hope 1,139 (VB) Good...

Jacobs proclaims Nov. 18 Retired Teachers’ Day in Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. — Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, as Retired Teachers’ Day in the city of Cullman, in accordance with Alabama’s Senate Joint Resolution 82 (Act No. 90-183), which established the Tuesday of American Education Week each year as a day of recognition for retired teachers across the state.  American Education Week will be observed Nov.17–21, 2025, celebrating the importance of public education and honoring the professionals whose work has helped shape generations of Alabamians. Retired Teachers’ Day serves as a special opportunity...

Obituary: Morris Keith Rakestraw

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Funeral Service for Morris Keith Rakestraw, age 85 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Fairview First Baptist Church with Dr. David Chambers and Pastor Etsel Riddle officiating; burial at...
The Top 10 in the Nitro Boats Bassmaster Elite Qualifiers presented by Bass Pro Shops points have earned berths to the 2026 Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series. (Photo by Grant Moxley/B.A.S.S.)

PRO FISHING: Eva’s Anaya leads charge into 2026 Elite Series

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CLEWISTON, Fla. — It was only last July when Fisher Anaya wrapped up his final high school tournament. Now, the 19-year-old is achieving his dream of becoming a professional angler. Anaya claimed the Nitro Boats...
Tigers For Tomorrow has announced its next major chapter: the Echoes of the Wild Preserve Expansion & Redevelopment Project, a multiyear initiative that will transform and expand the preserve for the future. (Tigers For Tomorrow)

Tigers For Tomorrow celebrates 20 years in Alabama, announces major expansion, redevelopment plans

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ATTALLA, Ala. - This month marks a milestone for Tigers For Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain as the preserve celebrates 20 years in Alabama. Since relocating from Florida in 2005, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit preserve has...

Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 15, 1945

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From the files of Nov. 15, 1945 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE Times Square, Broadway and Liberty City are attracting Jackson H. Glover, PhM3c, who is now stationed at Brooklyn, N. Y. He writes the editor...
Lions defeat Snead State 33–32 in an instant classic in Dothan (Wallace State Sports Information)

FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State survives triple-OT thriller to advance to ACCC Championship Game

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Lions defeat Snead State 33–32 in an instant classic in Dothan DOTHAN, Ala. — In one of the most dramatic and unforgettable games of the inaugural ACCC flag football season, top-seeded Wallace State survived a...

COLUMN: How do you get your football? 

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When I was a kid, I loved to make crazy faces. I think I learned it from watching the late, great Red Skelton. Skelton, as well as Don Knotts and Jerry Lewis, were masters...

ECBA preparing for annual Nursing Home Ministry Christmas Store 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The East Cullman Baptist Association is preparing for its annual Nursing Home Ministry Christmas Store. The program offers nursing home residents the opportunity to experience the joy of giving gifts during...

Obituary: Steven John Tabor

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Steven John Tabor, born on August 16, 1954, in Texas, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 71. A resident of Cullman, Alabama, Steven was known for his beloved, generous, and...

Obituary: Joe Lynn Whitworth

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Joe Lynn Whitworth, 83, a long-time resident of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on November 14, 2025. Mr. Whitworth was born in Blount County, Alabama, on March 22, 1942, to the late Jesse and...

PREP CHEER: 3 local squads win state titles 

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The 2025 AHSAA State Cheerleading Competition took place inside Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham, on Monday and Wednesday, Nov. 10 and Nov. 12, with three local teams bringing home state titles.   In...

Linda Kress Self named St. Paul’s Lutheran School 2026 IMPACT Award honoree 

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CULLMAN, Ala. — St. Paul’s Lutheran School recently announced that Linda Kress Self has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 IMPACT Award, which will be presented during the St. Paul’s Lutheran School...

Adopt a local senior this holiday season! 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging will be making local seniors’ Christmas seasons extra special through “Santa for Seniors,” a program created to provide Christmas spirit and support to the community....

State Report Card: County, City school systems report highest grades in system histories 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for the 2024-2025 school year was released Thursday, Nov. 13, and both Cullman County School and Cullman City Schools achieved the highest scores...

Triple threat Cullman Christmas 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – This year, attendees will be able to enjoy an all-in-one experience at the seventh annual Christmas at the Grotto, Cullman Christkindlmarkt and 23rd annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display at Sportsman...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison rolls past Berry 39-6 to advance

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ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Berry Wildcats on an absolutely perfect night for football in the second round of the 1A state playoffs. Addison won going away on the scoreboard 39-6, but the game...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 4 Fairview advances with 28-13 win at Jacksonville

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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. – After edging out Arab in the opening round last week, the Fairview Aggies traveled to Jacksonville for a round two battle with the Eagles Friday night. Fairview went into the locker...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 10 Good Hope topples No. 3 West Morgan 31-7 to...

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TRINITY, Ala. – After toppling Cherokee County in the opening round last week, the Good Hope Raiders hit the road for another heavy weight matchup at unbeaten West Morgan Friday night. The Rebels struck...

Wallace States hosts TVA Welding Competition 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 50 vocational students from across Alabama and Tennessee gathered at Wallace State Community College on Friday, Nov. 14, for the second annual TVA Welding Competition. The event was hosted...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Meek falls to No. 1 Wadley 52-8

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ARLEY, Ala. – Meek toppled Woodville on the road in the opening round last week but the Tigers had their hands full when they returned home to host top-ranked Wadley in round two Friday...
Left to right are Lt. Chad Whaley, Sgt. Jeff Rainwater and Deputy Blake Golden. (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

Whaley, Rainwater, Golden honored at Super Citizen ceremony  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A special event was held at Temple Baptist Church in Cullman on Wednesday, Nov. 12: the Super Citizen Culmination Ceremony. Three members of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office were among the...

Obituary: Ella Faye Lewis

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Ella Faye Lewis went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Hanceville Nursing Home & Rehab.Funeral Service for Ella Faye Lewis, age 90 of Vinemont, will be at 11...

Obituary: Dianne King

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Funeral service for Dianne King, 80, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Tabor Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at...

Obituary: Edwin Calvert

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Funeral service for Edwin Calvert, 91, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m., Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Bowman’s Chapel Cemetery, Minister Kent Persall officiating.  The family...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 14, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 14, 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: Eve Marie Vinzant

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Funeral services for Eve Marie Vinzant, 79, of Hanceville will be 11:30 a.m. Monday November 17th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow the service at 2 p.m., at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in...

Obituary: Peter Frank Douthit

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Peter Frank Douthit, age 86 of Cullman, Alabama passed away November 12, 2025. He was born May 16, 1939, in Gainesville, Florida. Peter is preceded in death by his parents Ruby Killinger and Frank Douthit....

Obituary: Betty Thomas Keel

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Funeral services for Betty Thomas Keel, 91, Vinemont, will be 2 p.m. Sunday November 16th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow the service at Ebenezer Cemetery.  Visitation will be prior to the...

Obituary: Dennis Jonathan Nethery

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Funeral Service for Dennis Jonathan Nethery, age 41 of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dan Ponder & Cody Daniels, officiating; burial at...

Alabama DHR: Full November SNAP benefits being released

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received notification Thursday morning from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) that the federal government has reopened and, “State agencies...

Pet of the Week: Dundee loves to ‘make biscuits’  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Meet Dundee, a 10-month-old blonde domestic shorthair with a heart as warm as his sunny coat. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week!  This easy-going feline is known for his signature...

Vinemont Town Council approves employee supplement, new administrative vehicle 

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VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 10, addressing several new business items, employee matters and upcoming community events.  Council members approved Resolution No. 2025-11-06, officially...

$13.7K grant awarded for improvements at West Point park 

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WEST POINT, Ala. – Alabama Mountains Rivers Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) gathered Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman; Rep. Tim Wadsworth, R-Arley; West Point Mayor Tim Smith; West Point Mayor...
The Addison Bulldogs, Fairview Aggies, Good Hope Raiders and Meek Tigers will all play Friday night.  (Brandon Evans, Katie Drummond, Howard Cole and Mike Witcher)

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Bulldogs, Aggies, Raiders, Tigers gearing up for 2nd round matchups

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Updated Nov. 13, 2025, at 9:37 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - The first round of the state playoffs is in the books, and four local teams advanced to the second round. They all have some big...
2025 Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco (left) and 2025 Ms. Super Senior Cullman County Mazzie Twilley (Lauren Estes/The Cullman Tribune)

Rasco, Twilley win senior crowns

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The crown(s) returned Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, when, for the first time since 2019, the Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant was held. The winners were 2025 Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 13, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents November 10 possession of controlled substance;...

Obituary: Imogene Drake

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Imogene Drake, a beloved and devoted resident of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on November 11, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on February 13, 1941, Imogene was a cherished member of her community...

Obituary: Louise Hendrix Foust

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Ms. Louise Hendrix Ergle Foust ( January 27, 1934 - November 11, 2025) passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday morning at Madison Manor Nursing Home in Huntsville. Louise was preceded in death by...

Obituary: Sister Mary Michael

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Sister Mary Michael of the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus, passed away at the age of 94 on Monday, November 10, 2025, at the Our Lady of Angels Monastery in Hanceville, Alabama. She was born...

Obituary: Tonia Lanette Goodwin

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Tonia Lanette Goodwin, age 53 of Vinemont, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Cullman Regional. She was born, April 1, 1972, to Wayne Tidwell and Carrie Tidwell. She was preceded in death by...

November “Home Care & Hospice Month” in Cullman 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed November 2025 Home Care & Hospice Month in the city of Cullman, recognizing the dedicated professionals and volunteers who provide compassionate, end-of-life care throughout...

$15K grant awarded for restoration of Joppa Normal and Industrial Collegiate Building 

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JOPPA, Ala. – Alabama Mountains Rivers Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) gathered with Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman; Rep. Heath Allbright, R-Holly Pond; and local leaders to announce a $15,000...

Lola Kate Haynes attends Farmers Federation Leadership Conference 

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COLUMBIANA, Ala. - A winding drive down Shelby County backroads and a crisp autumn morning welcomed almost 90 ninth and 10th graders to the Alabama 4-H Center for the Alfa Youth Leadership Conference Nov. 10-11...

Cullman elementary students build cranberry rafts in unique STEM project  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As most folks gear up to use cranberries for Thanksgiving dinner later this month, elementary students at West Elementary and East Elementary are using them for a unique lesson about buoyancy,...

CHS Theatre’s ‘Scrooge the Musical’ coming Nov. 14-15, 17-18  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School Theatre will stage “Scrooge the Musical” Friday and Saturday, Nov. 14-15, and Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 17-18, in the school auditorium.   “We did this same musical, ‘Scrooge,’ seven years...

PREP BASKETBALL: Veterans Day Tip-Off Classic scores

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Several local teams took part in this year's Veterans Day Tip-Off Classic inside Tom Drake Coliseum at Wallace State Community College on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Scores Geneva 51 - Fairview 38 (VB)Holly Pond...
P and G Speedway is set to host the Hootenanny 50 on Nov. 15, featuring a full day of dirt kart racing, family activities and award-winning barbecue from Hootenanny BBQ. Gates will open at 3 p.m. on race day with drivers meeting at 5 p.m. with qualifying to follow. A practice day is scheduled for Nov. 14 for $5. Pre-entry cost is $65, with day-of registration costing $75. Spectator admission is $10. (P and G Speedway)

P and G Speedway to host Hootenanny 50 Nov. 15

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CULLMAN, Ala. – What began as a backyard project to give one boy a quiet outlet has grown into a full-fledged racing venue. Now, P and G Speedway, owned by Aaron and Kendra Gaines,...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 12, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 12, 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: Timothy Joe Smith

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Funeral services for Timothy Joe Smith, 61, of Cullman, AL will be 12 p.m. Saturday, November 15th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Zion Grove Cemetery. The family will...

Obituary: Sarah E. Mauter

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Graveside Service for Sarah E Mauter, age 85 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Mount Zion Cemetery with James Fields officiating; burial at Mt. Zion Cemetery.Cullman Heritage...

Best in Show! CHS Theatre tops Trumbauer District 3 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre on Nov. 1, won Best In Show for its one-act performance  of “Suite Surrender” at the Alabama Conference of Theatre Trumbauer District 3 Festival in Decatur.   The group...

HO! HO! HO! Christmas Show raises more than $7K

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Automobile enthusiasts came out on a beautiful Saturday for the 39th annual HO! HO! HO! Christmas Show car, truck and motorcycle show Nov. 8, in the parking lot near Cullman Caring...
(Smith Lake Baptist Church)

Smith Lake Baptist hosting food drive, free Thanksgiving dinner boxes for families in need

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Updated Nov. 11, 2025 at 9:35 p.m. CRANE HILL, Ala. – Smith Lake Baptist Church is inviting the community to take part in its Food Drive and Thanksgiving Dinner Box outreach, an effort to bless...

Obituary: Anthony Joe Cook

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Anthony Joe Cook, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 65. Mr. Cook was born on October 7, 1960, to the late Troy Cook and Billie Joyce Robertson Cook.  Mr....

Obituary: Louie Lauton James Farr

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Funeral services for Louie Farr, 73, of Vinemont will be 10 a.m. Wednesday November 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial will follow the service at Center Point Baptist Church cemetery in Cullman, Alabama. Jimmy &...

Obituary: David Ryan McAnear

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Funeral Service for David Ryan McAnear, age 57 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Spirit Life Church, with David Zuccala officiating; Visitation will be from 12 p.m. - 1...
(Facebook/Aurora IV and Wellness: Cullman)

Aurora IV and Wellness patients retain attorneys

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Birmingham-area law firm Morris Haynes on Monday said it has  been retained to represent patients of Cullman-based IV infusion clinic Aurora Mobile IV and Wellness, which was temporarily shut down after...

Local Farmers Federation helps raise funds for Ag Foundation 

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Cullman County Farmers Federation team participants in the Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation Skeet Shoot were, from left, Sheriff Matt Gentry, Brandon Woods, Brett Holmes and Matt Hogue. The 10th annual event was held Nov....
(Wallace State Sports Information)

Wallace State Cross Country battles snowy conditions at NJCAA Division II National Championships

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FORT DODGE, Iowa — The Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country teams capped their seasons on the sport’s biggest stage Saturday, competing in the NJCAA Division II National Championships at Lakeside Golf Course...
(Wallace State Sports Information)

Wallace State women roll past Southern Crescent Tech with dominant 96-20 victory

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State women’s basketball continued its strong start to the season Saturday afternoon, overwhelming Southern Crescent Technical College 96-20 at Traditions Bank Arena. The Lions opened the game with a stifling...

CPRST earns national reaccreditation from CAPRA 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) has earned national reaccreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA), administered by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)....

‘In His Image’: Gala focuses on serving others as an act of faith 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County hosted its annual fundraising gala Thursday, Nov. 6. The “In His Image” Gala drew around 450 guests for an evening centered on compassion, service and faith.  The...

Alabama DHR: November SNAP benefits update

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received notification the night of Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). As per FNS, this...
(Facebook/Aurora IV and Wellness: Cullman)

Marshall files suit against Cullman IV clinic for allegedly administering unapproved weight loss drugs

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday, Nov. 10, announced that the Cullman County Circuit Court granted his request for a temporary restraining order against Aurora IV and Wellness, a Cullman-based...

Obituary: Gary “Charlie” Freeman

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A graveside service for Gary “Charlie” Freeman, 76, of Bremen will be 1 p.m. Thursday, November 13th, at Antioch Baptist Church cemetery in Bremen. Visitation will be prior to the service from 9 a.m. until...

Obituary: Mary Hunt

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Funeral services for Mary Hunt, 82, of Hanceville will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 12th at Hopewell Cemetery.  Visitation will be prior to the service from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 10, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  November 6  harassing communications; Countryside Acres Rd.  domestic violence; CR 1352  harassment; CR 1043  burglary; CR...

WSCC Department of Nursing Education holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital event 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For many young children, a trip to the doctor or hospital can bring anxiety and fear, but Wallace State Community College's Department of Nursing Education is working to change that.  Last week,...
Vinemont High School’s Cross Country team made school history at the 2025 AHSAA 3A State Championship Nov. 8, bringing home multiple All-State honors and record-breaking performances. Left to right are Aurellia Powell, Anakin Powell and Brady Johnson. (April Powell)

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Vinemont makes school history at AHSAA State Championship

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The following is a guest article from April Powell VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont High School’s Cross Country team made school history at the 2025 AHSAA 3A State Championship Nov. 8, bringing home multiple All-State honors...
A clean-up crew departs to spend the morning on the Duck River Reservoir. (Anabelle Howze/The Cullman Tribune)

Lake Cleanup Days ‘worth every bit of effort’

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Utilities wrapped up its second annual Lake Cleanup Days on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Volunteers, employees and community members met to pick up garbage around two of Cullman's most vital water...

Record-breaking cold temperatures forecast Monday and Tuesday

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CLANTON, Ala. - Very cold air entered the state from the north Sunday morning with dropping temperatures during the afternoon.  A Freeze Warning has been issued for the northern half of Alabama from late...

COLUMN: A day at Billy Graham’s Library

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A couple of days after our recent visit to Andy Griffith’s hometown of Mt. Airy, North Carolina, we visited the home and library/museum of another famous North Carolinian – Dr. Billy Graham.  I had...

Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 8, 1956

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From the files of Nov. 8, 1956 Garden City News Funeral services for Causey Chambles, former resident of Garden City, were held at Mt. Tabor Church, Monday, November 5th. He died in Veterans hospital in Birmingham...
A uniform on display at the Veterans Day program at the Cullman OmniPlex on Nov. 5, 2025 (Anabelle Howze/The Cullman Tribune)

Veterans Day at OmniPlex: ‘The least we can do is thank you’

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Veterans, families, friends and community members gathered on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Cullman OmniPlex for a luncheon honoring those who served in the armed forces. The event offered food, fellowship and...
The West Point High School varsity cheerleading squad last month won first place at the UCA Space Center Regional in Huntsville. It was one of eight local squads to qualify for the National High School Cheerleading Championship, which will take place in Orlando in January/February. (West Point High School)

West Point cheerleaders headed to nationals 

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WEST POINT, Ala.- The West Point High School varsity cheerleading squad last month won first place at the UCA Space Center Regional in Huntsville. It was one of eight local squads to qualify for...
West Elementary School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, with two shows put on by the school’s fifth-grade classes. (Lauren Estes/The Cullman Tribune)

West Elementary honors veterans with annual program

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CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 7, with two shows put on by the school’s fifth-grade classes.   Fifth-Grade Teacher Sgt. Keenan Hollingsworth said the group...
Listerhill Credit Union on Thursday, Nov. 6,2025,broke ground on what it says will be a new, state-of-the-art branch in Cullman,“designed to enhance accessibility through advanced technology and personalized service together under one roof.”(Listerhill Credit Union)

Listerhill Credit Union breaks ground on new Cullman location 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Listerhill Credit Union on Thursday, Nov. 6, broke ground on what it says will be a new, state-of-the-art branch in Cullman, “designed to enhance accessibility through advanced technology and personalized service...

Cullman’s Isaac Jackson named Small Business Employee of the Year 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Cullman’s Isaac Jackson was named Small Business Employee of the Year during the Alabama Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities (GCEPD) awards. The awards, sponsored by the committee and...

2025 FCCLA All-County Sweet Potato Cook-Off showcases culinary talent

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The warm aroma of sweet potatoes filled the air at the Cotton Creek Venue on Tuesday, Nov. 4, as students from schools across Cullman County gathered for the annual FCCLA All-County...
First look at the new Vinemont Town Council with newly elected Mayor Bonnie Goodwin presiding over the group’s first official meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025 (Gauge Day)

Vinemont officials sworn in for new terms 

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VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council held its scheduled organizational meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, which served as the official swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected mayor and council members. The evening opened with...

Obituary: Janie Louise Stedham

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Our Lord has called Janie Louise Baird Stedham home. Louise was born March 11th, 1930, in Anniston, Alabama. She passed away on November 6th, 2025.  Her parents, William Pace Baird and Lee Oma Leslie Baird, sister Edna...

Obituary: Jack H. Stricklin

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Funeral services for Jack H Stricklin of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Monday, November 10, 2025, at Hanceville funeral home Chapel, the Reverend Ken Dunivant officiating, with interment at Hopewell Cemetery. The family...

Obituary: Jolinda Carol Cannon

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Funeral service for Jolinda Carol Cannon, age 59 of Cullman, will be Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Cornerstone Revival Center, officiated by Bishop Wilbanks. Visitation will be held prior to the service from...

Gudger details efforts to honor veterans 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As Veterans Day approaches, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman on Thursday, Nov. 6, said he and his fellow lawmakers continue working hard to honor the service of those...
The 2025 AHSAA Cross Country State Championship took place in Danville on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, and the Cold Springs Lady Eagles finished as the 1A-2A state champions, while the Eagles ended up taking home the runner-up trophy. (Cold Springs High School)

PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs girls win state; boys finish runner-up

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DANVILLE, Ala. - The 2025 AHSAA Cross Country State Championship took place in Danville on Saturday morning, and the Cold Springs girls and boys took home some more hardware. The Lady Eagles finished as the 1A-2A...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont falls at No. 10 Westbrook Christian

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RAINBOW CITY, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Rainbow City for a first-round matchup against Westbrook Christian Friday night and they had their hands full with the Warriors. The Eagles trailed 21-0 at...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Meek topples Woodville on the road 42-25 to advance

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WOODVILLE, Ala. – After finishing with the third seed in Region 7, the Meek Tigers hit the road for a round one game at Woodville Friday night, and it was a nailbiter. Meek trailed...
Love Like Lexi Founder Andrea Mills with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker at the second annual Love Like Lexi Gala on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 (Facebook/Love Like Lexi)

Love Like Lexi: Event highlights suicide prevention efforts

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker recently attended the second annual Love Like Lexi Gala, which was held Thursday, Oct. 30, at The Bibb Mill Event Center in Columbus, Georgia, in...
Luna (Cullman County Animal Shelter)

Pet of the Week: Luna is your purrfect match

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Luna, a 7-month-old domestic shorthair tuxedo cat, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. Sociable and affectionate, Luna enjoys the company of both people and other cats.  She greets her caretakers with...
(Left) Outgoing Mayor Gerald Schafer receives a recognition plaque. (Right) Outgoing Councilmember Frankie Jones receives a recognition plaque. (Anabelle Howze/The Cullman Tribune)

West Point seats new mayor, council; 2 seats vacant

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WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday, Nov. 3, held an organizational meeting and swearing-in ceremony. Members were seated on the town council and appointed to leadership roles for the...
The Town of Holly Pond held its organizational meeting on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. (Chasady Woods/The Cullman Tribune)

Holly Pond seats new officials

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Town of Holly Pond swore in the mayor and council for their new terms on Monday, Nov. 3. The meeting began with an invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led...
(Facebook)

Good Hope, Garden City, Dodge City seat officials for new terms

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GOOD HOPE GOOD HOPE, Ala. -  The City of Good Hope on Monday, Nov. 3, swore in council members and the mayor for their new terms. Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Gregory Nicholas administered the...
Vinemont Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser, left, swears in Berlin Town Clerk Keirstyn Montgomery on Monday, Nov. 3, 2025. (Chasady Woods/The Cullman Tribune)

Berlin Town Council welcomes new members

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BERLIN, Ala. – New and incumbent members of the Berlin Town Council were sworn in at the council’s meeting on Monday, Nov. 3. Vinemont Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser administered the oaths of office for Mayor...

Arrests and Incidents reported November 7, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 7, 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...

Fairview welcomes new mayor and council members 

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - It was a night of new beginnings in Fairview Monday, Nov. 3, as new Mayor  Clint Haynes and several new council members were officially sworn in. Friends, family and residents filled...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: ‘They just never backed down’: No. 10 Good Hope tops Cherokee...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders kicked off their postseason run with a heavy-weight matchup against Cherokee County Thursday night. The Warriors struck first to take an early lead and took a...

PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison advances with 71-39 win over Ragland

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ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Ragland Purple Devils in a first-round playoff matchup, and the Bulldogs were not very good hosts as they won easily, 71-39. Don't let the score fool you, this game...