Gulf State Park Pier reopens to the public

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GULF SHORES, Ala. - The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, Aug.19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months. The pier closed in...

Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 20, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 20, 2024. 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...

Third Rock Revivals outfitting vintage lovers locally

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A local traveling vintage shop is taking Cullman by storm and procuring vintage clothing and vinyl records for the sustainable fashion crowd. The duo behind Third Rock Revivals, Matt Burns and...

FAITH: ‘He has changed my life time and time again’: Fairview’s Anna Strane discusses...

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Anna Strane is starting her junior year at Fairview this fall and, in this interview, she talked about the different ways God has impacted her life. "God means more to me than...

CCBOE approves Special Education contracts

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CULLMAN, Ala. - At its Aug. 15 meeting, the Cullman County Board of Education approved additional Special Education contracts to assist the system’s schools in accommodating students with an array of special needs. “This is...

Vinemont High cuts ribbon on new facilities

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The students of Vinemont High School are enjoying new facilities this week. Members of the Cullman County Board of Education, along with Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, Vinemont Mayor...

FAITH: ‘Lead by example’: Cullman’s Bentlie Bullard reflects on how God has changed her...

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman's Bentlie Bullard is a freshman at Cullman High School this year and in this interview, she discusses her relationship with God and the support she’s received from friends, family, teammates...

Obituary: Jeffery L. Parker

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A memorial service for Jeffery L. Parker, 68, of Hanceville will be 4 p.m., Saturday August 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home from 2 p.m....

Obituary: Cletus Sims

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A memorial service for Cletus Sims, 89, of Colony will be 1 p.m. August 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home at Hanceville Funeral Home from 12...

Obituary: John Lawrence Hopper

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John Lawrence Hopper, 77 of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024, after living a full and rewarding life.  John was born on December 14, 1946, to Emmanuel Reid Hopper and Evelyn Hopper....

Arrests and Incidents reported August 19, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 19, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  August 15  harassment; 2nd Ave. SW  theft...

Obituary: Lori Ann Malone

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Lori Ann Malone, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, August 18, 2024, at the age of 60. Mrs. Malone was born in Colbert County on December 23, 1963, to the late Curtis...

WSCC Engineering Technology program introduces Digital Fabrication Pathway

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College's Engineering Technology program now offers a Digital Fabrication Pathway, an innovative track designed to equip students with the latest skills in the rapidly evolving field of digital...

ACES: Fall armyworm outbreaks impacting Alabama producers

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — Fall armyworms are plaguing pastures and hayfields in many areas of Alabama. These pests can quickly invade and destroy a stand of healthy forages in a manner of hours. This...

Wallace State’s Adult Education program empowers record number of graduates in 2023-2024

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  From July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, Wallace State’s Adult Education program celebrated a milestone achievement by serving over 1,000 students and awarding over 350 individual certifications and degrees. This...

Obituary: Diane Swann Dover

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Funeral service for Diane Swann Dover, age 58 of Falkville, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at Temple Baptist Church with Doyle Berry officiating. Mrs. Dover will lie-in-state from 12...

2 Hanceville favorites combine under 1 roof: Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In light of the recent economic challenges, two beloved Hanceville businesses, Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed, are joining forces to ensure their continued success. Both shops, which have become staples in...

Letter to the editor: Auburn University says farewell to diversity

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On Monday, July 29, Auburn University announced that the Office of Inclusion and Diversity (OID) would be dissolved by Aug. 15. In an email sent to faculty, staff and students, university administration stated that...

Agriplex ‘Harvest to Home’ dinner Sept. 12

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  Alabama Farm Credit will present the North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner and Auctions Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5 p.m. at the Wallace State Community College...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Briar Club’ by Kate Quinn

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If you have read my past reviews, you know I am a big fan of Kate Quinn. While “The Briar Club” is different from her previous historical fiction, I found her latest book captivating. Her other novels...

Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930, 1950

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From the files of 1900:   M. Dickerman has purchased the sawmill, belonging to W. Turney, near Vinemont. Doctor W.A. Barclift, of Hartselle, is having a cottage erected on the bluff, overlooking the Vinemont railroad station and...

Obituary: Joseph ‘Joe’ Franey

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Memorial Mass for Joe Franey, 84, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024 at 10 a.m., at St. Bernard Abbey; Abbott Marcus Voss presiding.  Mr. Franey was born July 8, 1940, to Joseph and...

Vinemont seeking competitors for October’s Chillin-N-Grillin BBQ Fest

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VINEMONT, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 26, the air will take on the distinctive smell of sticky and sweet barbecue as grill masters and competitors take to the fires for Vinemont’s Chillin’-N-Grillin’ BBQ Fest. The...

Vinemont council tables software talks, prepares for senior luncheon

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday resumed discussions on Text MyGov communications software and chose to table the item of business until its next meeting. It also discussed the next senior luncheon. On Monday, Aug. 19, the...

Retail site to ‘transform’ area in north Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A new retail center is under development just north of Urban Cookhouse and Pasquale’s on the northbound side of U.S. Highway 31 and 12th Way North in Cullman. This new development...

PREP FOOTBALL: Addison hosts jamboree against Lynn

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ADDISON, Ala. -- On a very humid night, the 2024 High School Football Season kicked off tonight for the Addison Bulldogs as they hosted one of their county rivals, Lynn Bears, in a jamboree. The...

Cullman Lions Club presents $50K to Good Samaritan Health Clinic

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In April, the Good Samaritan Health Clinic announced plans to build a new location along Veterans Drive Southwest to better serve the residents of Cullman County. On Friday, Aug. 16, the...

Obituary: Douglas Wayne Cordes

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Douglas Wayne Cordes, age 48, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Douglas was born in Cullman, Alabama on September 5, 1975 to David Wayne and Margie Ann Todd Cordes. He...

Obituary: Marjorie Alyce-Snow Etheredge

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We announce the everlasting life of our beloved mother, Marjorie Alyce Snow Etheredge, 94, from Logan, Alabama. Margie went home to her precious Lord and Savior on August 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving...

Obituary: Annette Marie Alexander

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Funeral service for Annette Marie Alexander, age 84, of Cullman, will be Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Valley Springs Baptist Church, with Bro. Jeremie Clark and Pastor Tim Box officiating. Mrs....

Obituary: Pat Rich Thomas

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Funeral service for Pat Rich Thomas, age 75, of Cullman, will be Monday, August 19, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Jim Laney officiating. Visitation will be at the...

Arrests and Incidents reported August 16, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 16, 2024. 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...

West Point High School Class of 1974 celebrates 50 years

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The West Point High School Class of 1974 recently celebrated its 50-year class reunion at The Barn at Lake Catoma. Attending classmates were: Back row, left to right, David Hale, Michael Campbell, Mike Floyd, Darrell Fell,...

Alpha Nutrition and The Garage hosting cash prize unsanctioned powerlifting meet Aug. 24

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Alpha Nutrition and The Garage are teaming up to host an in-house, unsanctioned powerlifting meet with cash prizes. The meet is set for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 4 p.m. until the...

Pet of the week: Meet Sable

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old. Sable is sharp girl who loves being in...

Severe thunderstorms possible today through Sunday

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CLANTON, Ala. – Several clusters of showers and thunderstorms will move from northwest to southeast across Alabama today through Sunday.  A few damaging wind gusts and hail are the main threats.  Frequent lightning and...

Obituary: Janet Carol Peebles

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Janet Carol Peebles, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.  A visitation for Janet will be held Monday, August 19, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral...

Obituary: Dorothy Rice

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Dorothy Rice, age 95, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024.  A visitation for Dorothy will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home,...

Obituary: Melanie Rae Watkins

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Melanie Rae Watkins, age 66, of Morris, Alabama passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.  Melanie is survived by her sister Marilyn Dean Whitton and her brother Ricky (Marilyn) Dean; her sons Johnny Ray Sego,...

Obituary: John Purdy

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With deep sorrow we announce the funeral services for John Purdy which will be 4 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery in...

Obituary: Joel Franklin Moon

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Funeral service for Joel Franklin Moon, age 88, of Crane Hill, will be Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel. Visitation will be held at the chapel from 10...

Commission approves purchase of road equipment

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CULLMAN, Ala. – At its August meeting, the Cullman County Commission ended months of discussions surrounding the Cullman County Road Department and its aged and deteriorating equipment. As discussed at its July meeting, the road...

Long-Lewis acquires Cullman’s Eckenrod Ford Lincoln

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Long-Lewis Automotive Group, effective Aug. 12, 2024, acquired Eckenrod Ford Lincoln in Cullman. The official name of the dealership is Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln of Cullman. Long-Lewis purchased all assets, including the...

Obituary: Sherry Boone-Nelson

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A memorial service for Sherry Boone-Nelson, 67, of Hanceville, will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.   Sherry, a beloved member of our community, was born on March 1, 1957...

Obituary: Mary Pauline Scott

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Mary Pauline Scott, age 82, of Vinemont, passed away on Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, at her  residence.  A small graveside service will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery Saturday, August 17, at 11 a.m.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Mary was born November 3, 1942, to Albert and May Buchanan.  She was preceded in death by her parents; Richard Buchanan (Novella).  She is survived by her son, Robert J. Scott; daughter, Annette Johnson; brother, John Buchanan  (wife, Dorothy, deceased); sister, Margaret Jetton; grandchildren, Ricky Johnson (Sheena), Abby  Johnson, Hannah Johnson, Madison Johnson, Brayden Johnson, Christy Williams (Gerald), Eli  Williams, Alex Williams, Aaron Shonkwiler, Peyton Shonkwiler, Brandon Williams; a host of  nieces and nephews.  “When life is at its worst, that’s when God is at His best.”  Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.

Obituary: Chris Trimble

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Chris Trimble, age 58, of Bremen, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 11, at UAB Hospital.   There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 1 p.m. at Chris's residence:   100 County Road 108.  The family asks all Chris's family and friends to  please come and celebrate his life with them.  All are welcome and they ask you please continue  to keep them in your prayers.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Chris was born November 2, 1965, to Erston Daniel Trimble, Jr. and Anna Ruth Redwine.  He is preceded in death by his parents.    He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Eilts-Noe; brothers Lenn Trimble (Darlene), Barry Trimble,  and Darrell Trimble; sister, Melanie Perry; special friend, Samantha Jones; a host of nieces and  nephews and family and friends.  Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook. 

Arrests and Incidents reported August 15, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Incidents August 12 assault; CR 1643 burglary; CR...

Cullman City Council holds water, sewer, sanitation rates steady for 2nd year

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council voted on Monday to hold the city’s water, sewer and sanitation rates at their current levels for residential customers.“For the second year in a row, we are...

St. Paul’s inaugural golf tournament set for Sept. 14

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CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host its inaugural golf tournament Saturday, Sept. 14, at Cross Creek Golf Course. Golfers and teams are welcomed to the course to register for the tournament prior...

PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs ready to hit the field this fall

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BREMEN, Ala. -- August is here, which means schools is back in session, fall weather is on the way and all of our local football teams are gearing up for yet another season under...

Cullman City Schools among best in Alabama in state rankings

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CULLMAN, Ala. - According to state testing in English/Language Arts, Math and Science from the 2023-2024 school year, Cullman City Schools remains in the Top 10 academically compared to the more than 100 districts...

Good Hope City Council adopts 4 new Resolutions, reports successful Back-to-School Bash

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first August meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and adopted four new resolutions. Resolution No: 017-2024 was the annual resolution to adopt the...

Kerry Watson will not seek re-election to Cullman County Commission

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner for District 1, Kerry Watson, announced Tuesday, Aug. 13, that he will not seek re-election in 2026. He made the announcement during the commission meeting. “I have been very...
Johnny Dyar (Cullman Tribune file photo)

Former Baileyton Mayor Johnny Dyar pleads guilty to using office for personal gain

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Baileyton Mayor Johnny Dyar on Wednesday pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor counts of use of office for personal gain.  The dates of the offenses were between June 16 and July 21,...

(Updated) 1 dead following incident at Rusken Packaging

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Updated Aug. 14, 2024, at 9:44 p.m. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick on Wednesday night confirmed that Doug Cordes, 48, of Vinemont, passed away following a medical emergency while driving a forklift at Rusken Packaging....

Obituary: Bill Ballew

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Funeral Service for Bill Ballew, age 49 of Cullman, will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. David Chambers officiating; burial at Antioch Baptist Cemetery-...

Arrests and Incidents reported August 14, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 14, 2024. 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...

Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

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With more than $150 million available for renovations, repairs and construction, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) State Parks System is in the middle of major upgrades and enhancements to help...

Southern Crown’s Disney Divas Pageant welcomes all ages Aug. 18

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Disney Divas Pageant is set to take place at the Hanceville Civic Center on Sunday, Aug. 18, starting at 10 a.m. Registration is currently open to all prospective contestants. The pageant...

Obituary: Euldean Cagle Allen

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Euldean Allen, age 93, passed away peacefully at her residence surrounded by loved ones on Monday, August 12, 2024 and entered into her heavenly home to be with the Lord. She was born on...

Obituary: Gary Levon Rodgers

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Funeral Service for Gary Rodgers, age 70 of Falkville, will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Buddy Perkins officiating; burial at New Ground Fellowship Ministry...

PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies excited to get back on the field in 2024

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Football season is nearly upon us once again and in Fairview, that means it’s nearly time for the Aggies to hit the field and take another run at the state playoffs....

Names not forgotten

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Annual Purple Heart memorial service remembers local heroes HARTSELLE, Ala. - On Saturday, Aug. 10, Chapter 2212, the Joe Hooper, Medal of Honor, Chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart hosted its annual...

Obituary: Rita Louise Blakely

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Rita Louise Blakely, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024.  Rita is survived by her sisters Valerie Thomley and Edna Earl Boddie, brother Wade Alston ; her stepdaughter Jennifer Lynn...

Cullman Police officer recognized for apprehension of wanted suspect

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of Cullman Police Officers stopped by City Hall Monday evening as the City honored one of their teammates for a job well done. Assistant Chief Brandon Patterson and Sgt. Joey...

West Point Back-to-School Bash a slam dunk

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WEST POINT, Ala. - The town of West Point helped the community’s students run away from the back-to-school blues on Saturday, Aug. 10. The town held its annual Back-to-School Bash at West Point Municipal...

Arrests and Incidents reported August 13, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 13, 2024. 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...

Sherry Boatright, Barbara Whitehead inducted into Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  The Donald E. Green Active Adult Center was abuzz with celebration on Monday, Aug. 12, as two of its cherished members, Sherry Boatright and Barbara Whitehead, were inducted into the Alabama...

PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont ready to hit the field this fall

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VINEMONT, Ala. -- August is here, school is back in session and that means football season is just around the corner. All of our local teams are gearing up for another season on the...

New CCPS playground set to open

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The finishing touches are being put on the new playground at Cullman City Primary School, with the expansive new amenity set for student use in the coming days.The new playground features...

West’s Community Block Party returning for 2nd year

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CULLMAN, Ala. - With the success of its 2023 event, the West Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is bringing back the Community Block Party on Aug. 29, at the West Elementary School playground. ...

Cullman Swim and Dive Team holds end of season banquet

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim and Dive Team held its end of the season banquet at Stone Bridge Farms, graciously sponsored by Traditions Bank, last. At the banquet, each swimmer and diver was recognized with a trophy for how...

Commission on Aging to host Spaghetti Fundraiser Aug. 22

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  The Cullman County Commission on Aging will host the 2024 Spaghetti Fundraiser at the Cullman Senior Center on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 4:30-8 p.m.  COA Director Stephanie Lawson said the event is...

Obituary: Kenneth Bill Glover

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Kenneth Bill Glover, age 72, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024.  A visitation for Kenneth will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral...

Obituary: Leonard D. Sewell

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Funeral services for Leonard Sewell, 83, of Morris will be 11 a.m., Friday August 16th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August...

Arrests and Incidents reported August 12, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  July 8  dog bite; CR 688  domestic...

FAITH: ‘I want to be that light for them’: Hanceville’s Mattie Keith’s discusses her...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville's Mattie Keith will be a sophomore this school year and, in this interview, she shared her story about how God has helped her overcome challenges in her life. She has...

PREP FOOTBALL: West Point preparing to hit the field this fall

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WEST POINT, Ala. – All of our local teams are getting ready to kick off the upcoming football season and at West Point High School, the Warriors are gearing up for the first season...

13 graduate Wallace State as registered sonographers

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program recently celebrated the success of 13 students in its OB/GYN pathway with a pinning ceremony attended by graduates, family and friends. As each...

CCSO, commission purchase 80 life-saving AEDs

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Cullman County Commission recently made what the CCSO called a “substantial investment” into the lives of Cullman County residents. The CCSO partnered with Birmingham-based...

Obituary: Bobby Ray Landers

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Bobby Ray Landers, age 69, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Jack H. Landers and Freida Cothran, sons, Benjamin and Daniel Landers, sister,...

Obituary: Ann Yearwood Wells

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A Memorial Service for Ann Yearwood Wells, age 79, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Hollis Gardner officiating.  Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...

Cullman County CASA urgently seeks compassionate volunteers to be advocates for local children

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA, a nonprofit program under Cullman Caring for Kids, is urgently seeking volunteers to join its mission of advocating for children in dependency cases. The organization plays a crucial...

Cullman County Farm-City Banquet scheduled for Nov. 21 at Loft 212

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Farm-City Committee is pleased to announce the annual Cullman County Farm-City Banquet, set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 21, at Loft 212. The evening's festivities will commence...

Cullman County Republican Women hosting planning meeting Aug. 13

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Republican Women will host a planning meeting at the VFW in Cullman on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 6 p.m. President Cathi Bradford said the group is planning its strategy...

First Source for Women to host inaugural Tinsel & Timber event

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit First Source for Women (FSFW) on Thursday, Nov. 14, will host a new fundraiser, Tinsel & Timber. The event will feature a live and silent auction, live music, heavy...

ALEA: Drive responsibly, arrive safely this school year

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Schools across the state are back in session, or will be soon, meaning heavier traffic and busier morning commutes. This school year, ALEA is urging parents, teen drivers and citizens of...

St. Bernard Prep School teachers and staff gather for in-service meeting

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The teachers and staff of St. Bernard Preparatory School recently convened for their annual in-service meeting, beginning the day with a Mass celebrated by School Chaplain Fr. Linus Klucsarits in the...

Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950

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From the files of 1900 The Polytechnic College will close Friday and the scholars will picnic at Blue Hole on Saturday. Mrs. Judge Fuller and pretty little daughter, Gladys and Miss Caroline Schlosser visited Birmingham this...

Obituary: Leo Junior Himmel

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Leo Junior Himmel, age 80, of Joppa, passed from this life on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his residence. There are no services planned at this time.   Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the...

Celebrating tradition: Amy McAfee Wood named 2024 Burgermeister of Cullman Oktoberfest

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CULLMAN, Ala. - In the heart of Cullman, where tradition and community run deep, Amy McAfee Wood has been named the Cullman Oktoberfest 2024 Burgermeister, a title that she said fills her with immense...

Peinhardt Farm Days scheduled for Oct. 19-20

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Peinhardt Living History Farm Foundation will host Peinhardt Living History Farm Days over two days again this year. Peinhardt Farm Day has entertained and educated generations of north Alabamians since...

Cullman Regional Airport partners with U.S. Department of Energy for UAS atmospheric collection operations

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VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport has been working in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) user facility and housed government-owned, contractor-operated uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) – or...

PREP FOOTBALL: Tigers hungry for postseason return in 2024

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ARLEY, Ala. – Football season is fast approaching and at Meek High School, Head Coach Daniel Evans and the Tigers are preparing to kick things off at the end of August. Evans will be...

Cullman Regional Airport ‘breaks ground’ on expansion project, accepts $1M ADECA grant

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VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport officials on Thursday, Aug. 8, ceremoniously “broke ground” on a major renovation of its terminal apron and new hangars. An additional $1 million to help fund the renovation...

Double the Chick-fil-A?

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently, the Chick-fil-a in Cullman went through a complete overhaul, leaving some consumers without their favorite chicken meals.  At the most recent meeting of the City of Cullman Planning Commission meeting, documents...

Obituary: Jennifer Lee Wilkins

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Jennifer Lee Wilkins age 44, of Cullman passed from this life on Friday, August 9, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.   Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Jennifer was born...

Obituary: Shari Ann Gato

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Graveside Service for Shari Ann Gato, age 60 of Crane Hill, will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024 at Prospect Church of Christ Cemetery.  Mrs. Gato passed away on Thursday, August 8,...

Obituary: Raymond Field Earp

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Raymond Field Earp, age 71, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024, at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be held for Raymond at a later date, at Murfreesboro Funeral Home...

Obituary: Walter G. Welford Jr.

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Walter G. Welford, Jr., age 76, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.  A graveside service will be held at Haughton Memorial Cemetery in Amory, Mississippi, on...