‘We believe every young girl deserves to feel seen, celebrated and empowered’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts will host Once Upon a Crown Princess Camp July 21-24, from 9 a.m.-noon at Heirlooms Studio.
The camp gives young girls a chance to enjoy princess-themed activities while building confidence, creativity and character. The camp is for...
Agriplex hosts 26th annual Touring Farms for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Children recently spent two days learning where their food comes from during the North Alabama Agriplex's 26th annual Touring Farms for Kids program.
Agriplex Executive Director Rachel Dawsey said the program started over 20 years ago as a partnership between local farm...
Obituary: Brent Nicholas Smith
Brent Nicholas Smith, 43 of Baileyton passed away at his home Monday, June 8, 2026. He was born August 6, 1982, the son of Clifford Hershel Smith and Deborah A. Harper Smith. He was a 2000...
‘This is their time to shine’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco and Ms. Super Senior Cullman County Mazzie Twilley competed in the Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant Saturday, June 6, in Daphne, with each bringing home honors.
Rasco...
Blountsville police chief no longer employed by town
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Town of Blountsville announced Tuesday that Police Chief Joseph Ragan is no longer employed by the town.
The announcement was made in a joint statement from Blountsville Mayor Michael Glass and...
Aspen Institute names Wallace State finalist for $1M 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Aspen Institute (Aspen) on Tuesday named Wallace State Community College in Hanceville one of 10 community colleges that are finalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the...
Cullman Police Department hosting 1-day Citizens Academy July 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department will host a one-day Citizens Academy on Saturday, July 11, giving residents an inside look at local law enforcement, police operations and the criminal justice system.
The academy will...
All paws on deck!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brindlee Mountain Animal Rescue and the Cullman County Animal Shelter joined forces once again for a “Pints & Paws” adoption event. It took place Saturday, June 6, at Ethos Craft Brewing, located on 1842 County Road 222.
The event featured local pups who all share a...
Editorial: Protect Cullman’s children, but stop hiding the playbook
No one should mistake this position for sympathy toward anyone who attempts to prey on a child. If a person knowingly seeks sexual contact with a minor, communicates with someone he believes to be a...
Wallace State athletes earn President’s List, Dean’s List honors for Spring 2026 semester
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State student-athletes continued to shine in the classroom during the Spring 2026 semester, with 94 athletes earning recognition on either the President’s List or Dean’s List.
The academic honors recognize students...
Hanceville library welcomes librarian Beth Ellis
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville recently hired a new librarian as part of its staff. Library Manager Teresa Rivera said the staff was excited to welcome fun new librarian Beth Ellis.
“She is full of ideas, bringing new energy to the Hanceville Library,” Rivera...
Wallace State cross country teams earn NJCAA All-Academic honors
Wallace State’s men’s and women’s cross country programs were recognized for their work in the classroom following the 2025 season, with both teams earning NJCAA All-Academic Team honors.
The recognition was awarded by the All-Academic...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 8, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 4
possession of controlled substance;...
Gardendale man killed in I-65 crash in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Gardendale man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. Monday, June 8. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Hakeem X. Collins, 21.
Troopers said...
Obituary: David Bruce Conway
David Bruce Conway, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at UAB Hospital. Born on August 28, 1967, in Alabama, David lived a life marked by dedication,...
Obituary: Millard Ray Buchmann
Millard Ray Buchmann was larger than life, in every way. At 6-foot-4, he was known as “Big Ray,” and he lived up to the nickname – excelling in sports, music and academics in his youth, and...
Tales & Tails reading program runs June 10-July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Critter Crew is launching a six-week reading program called “Tales and Tails,” which will run Wednesdays from 9-10 a.m. June 10-July 15. The program will take place at Cullman Christian School, located at 1803 Beech Ave. SE in Cullman.
The program is described as: “Where...
Heavy Rainfall And Possible Flooding Today
CLANTON – Monday, 700 am, June 8, 2026
A Flood Watch is in effect for areas near and north of I-20 through 8 pm.
Except for southeastern Alabama, many areas across the state received 1-3 inches...
Rainer: WFF, 68 Ventures team up to relocate gopher tortoises
With about 95% of land in Alabama in private ownership, partnerships with landowners and developers are crucial for the conservation of threatened species like the gopher tortoise. That type of collaboration happened recently in Baldwin...
Cullman Sports Cooperative hosting ‘Play it Forward’ drive June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Sports Cooperative is holding its first “Play it Forward” sports equipment drive on Saturday, June 27, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center, 1636 Field of Miracles Drive SW.
The drive will collect...
AARP Alabama warns of new ‘Publishers Clearing House’ scam using FaceTime technology
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - AARP Alabama is alerting residents across the state to a troubling new scam in which criminals impersonate representatives of “Publishers Clearing House” and use FaceTime calls to exploit victims through facial recognition technology.
According to reports received by...
COLUMN: A porch goose on the loose
Have you seen them? They first arrived in America about 40 years ago. Back then, there seemed to only be a small gaggle of them and after a little while they seemed to disappear....
Files from Yesteryear: June 6, 1946
From the files of June 6, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
First hand news of home was received recently by Sgt. Lloyd L. McClendon, who had been overseas fifteen months, when his uncle Pfc. Joseph...
Obituary: Hank Alan Murphree
A visitation for Hank Alan Murphree, 64, of Hanceville will be Tuesday June 9, 2026, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Murphree was born November 11, 1961, in Arab, Alabama to...
Troy punches ticket to Omaha with Super Regional sweep of Little Rock
TROY, Ala. - For the first time in program history, Troy is headed to the College World Series.
The Trojans punched a ticket to Omaha after sweeping Little Rock in the Troy Super Regional in front...
Summer Movies at Art Park returns June 26, July 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host the Summer Movies at Art Park series June 26 and July 24, from 8-10 p.m. Art Park is located at 205 Second St. SW.
Christy Turner with CPRST said the series was started...
Downtown library hosting block party June 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library is hosting its second annual Summer Reading Kickoff Block Party to celebrate the beginning of its summer reading program on Monday, June 8 from noon-2 p.m.
Cullman County Public Library System Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said they will...
‘The People’s Artist’: Brian Greer finishes 12th in art contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man and his handmade jewelry company recently finished 12th in The People’s Artist, an online nationwide competition presented by actor and artist Johnny Depp.
Brian Greer, owner of The Fun Company, is a jewelry artist and has been...
Wallace State Esports competitor Arian Kennedy reflects on national championship runner-up finish
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Esports competitor Arian Kennedy and his teammate Christopher James Donahoo had a strong run on the national championship stage, before falling just short in a 3-1 series. The team finished National...
19 local students graduate from Alabama Connections Academy
ATHENS, Ala. - Alabama Connections Academy honored 991 graduates from across the state during its commencement ceremony on May 14 in Montgomery.
Of those, 19 students* are from Cullman County. Those graduates include:
Maleah Ashley
Owen Campbell
Deven Edmondson
Patricia Graham
David Jones
Jacob Mayo
Alexander Nacilla
William Privett
Harley Reynolds
Tinsley...
Obituary: Rhoda Echols
With grateful hearts for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of Rhoda Echols who passed away on June 4th, 2026, at the age of 99.
Rhoda spent her life bringing joy, kindness, and...
Obituary: Brian O’Neal Sanford
A Memorial service for Brian O'Neal Sanford, 58, of Cullman will be at 6 p.m., Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning...
Obituary: Larry Eugene Britton
Larry Eugene Britton, age 79, passed peacefully into the presence of The Lord on June 3, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.
Born on January 28, 1947, Larry was the son of...
COLUMN: Birmingham may have seen the last of the Stallions
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A long list of now-defunct professional Birmingham sports teams may sadly be getting a new chapter soon.
At the Birmingham Stallions’ home opener on April 18 vs. Orlando, new UFL owner Mike...
‘You’re going to have to earn it’: No. 4 Auburn hosts Ole Miss in...
AUBURN, Ala. – No. 4 Auburn survived and advanced, winning an arduous regional to become one of only two programs in the country to host super regionals in consecutive seasons.
“Excited to be back home,” said Auburn...
The Blooming Barista grand opening this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Blooming Barista is set to hold its grand opening Friday, June 5, from 3-6 p.m. and Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in the gravel lot beside the Cullman Basketball Complex at 1366 County Road 715.
The event will feature free,...
Miss Wallace State Anna Kate Taylor competing at Miss Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is being represented this week at the Miss Alabama competition by sophomore Anna Kate Taylor.
Taylor, 19, is a general studies major from West Point with plans to...
Obituary: Henry Charles Guthery, Jr.
Henry Charles Guthery Jr., age 63, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 30, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1962, in Birmingham Alabama.
Henry’s life reflected steady determination and strength of spirit—qualities that...
Obituary: Ruth Agnes Hayes
Ruth Agnes Hayes, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday evening, June 3, 2026, at the age of 69. Ruth was born on May 5, 1957, in Potsdam, New York, to the late...
Obituary: Nellie Harvell Green
Funeral services for Nellie Harvell-Green, 79, of Cullman will be 11 a.m. Tuesday June 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday June...
Obituary: Irene Mary Welch
Irene Mary Welch, 86, of Hanceville passed away Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, at Cullman Regional Hospital.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Irene was born August 16, 1939, to Max Carl and...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
June 1
criminal mischief; CR 1342
domestic...
Holly Pond Town Council awards camera bid, discusses park updates
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, June 1, awarded a bid for cameras and discussed park updates.
At last month’s meeting, the council discussed the installation of approximately 45 new cameras around town hall, the senior center, event center, concession...
Berlin Farmers Market opening for season June 6
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Farmers Market will officially open for the season this Saturday, June 6. It will be open 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
The town is encouraging families to come out to enjoy the day. Neighboring the farmers market pavilion is a...
Fairview Town Council talks parks and events
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday addressed a full agenda including multiple items related to the town’s parks and recreation facilities and staff. The council passed resolutions to:
Pay the park’s concession stand...
5 students receive Sydni Helms Memorial Scholarship, including Vinemont’s Jayden Friedrich
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sydni Helms Memorial Scholarship Fund recently awarded five $2,000 scholarships to well-deserving students, continuing its mission of honoring Sydni Helms Hipp’s legacy by helping students pursue their educational goals.
This year's recipients included Troy Bailey...
Vinemont Town Council discusses long-term projects, annexation opportunities
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 2, discussing long-term projects and annexation opportunities.
During the work session, council members discussed several long-term projects and priorities for...
Pet of the Week: Mr. Melson is ready to roll
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mr. Melson may be unassuming at first glance, but this affectionate domestic shorthair has a personality that does not take long to show. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
He is approximately a year old. He is gentle, funny and...
Vacation Bible School listings
CULLMAN, Ala. - Churches across Cullman County are holding Vacation Bible School programs, kick-off nights, Bible roundups, gospel meetings and other summer events for children and families.
Events are listed below by community. Families are...
Relay For Life: ‘Cancer touches everybody in our community’
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Relay For Life event took place Saturday, May 30, at Depot Park. The celebration raised money for the American Cancer Society, honored cancer survivors, remembered those lost...
Checking in on the Trash Pandas and Barons as summer kicks off
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local high school sports are done for the summer, but those looking for a day out at the ballpark don't have to look far. The Rocket City Trash Pandas and Birmingham...
Obituary: Carol Janease Childs
Carol was called home to join her beloved husband of 67 years, Wendell and her parents Clyde and Louise Poole and brother Clyde Poole on Friday May 29, 2026.
Carol was born in Jackson, Mississippi...
Obituary: Delrine Hale
Graveside services for Delrine Hale, 85, of Cullman will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Cullman City Cemetery. She passed away on May 30, 2026. The service will be...
Obituary: Carlton O’Neal Swann
No services are planned at this time for Carlton O'Neal Swann, 65, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
O'Neal passed away Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, at CRMC. He was born January...
Obituary: Robert “Bob” Charles Montgomery, Jr.
Robert “Bob” Charles Montgomery, Jr., born on July 9, 1943, lived in Cullman, Alabama, and passed away on May 30, 2026.
He received an engineering degree from Auburn University and also earned an MBA from...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 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...
PREP SOCCER: Olivia Caretti looks back on her career at Cullman after graduation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior soccer player Olivia Caretti graduated on May 22nd, 2026. She played soccer for 11 years, six of those years coming on Cullman's soccer team, four of those on the...
Op-Ed: The importance of art
During my sophomore, junior and senior years in high school I painted props in advanced theater. I tried to place the color yellow into every piece that I made because yellow became a beacon of hope...
Hanceville Library begins this year’s Summer Reading Program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville hosted an Animal Tracks event recently as part of its Summer Reading Program.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera said they will have many meaningful summer programs that are free to the...
ALEA encourages continued vigilance as 101 Days of Summer Safety Campaign begins
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the Memorial Day holiday travel period concludes, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding motorists and boaters that the summer travel season is just beginning and urging everyone to...
Rainer: WFF asks public for assistance with wild turkey brood survey
For the first time, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division is asking the public to participate in the annual wild turkey brood survey, which starts on June...
Pennsylvania man, allegedly connected to PA homicide, dies in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Pennsylvania man died in Cullman June 1, and was, according to the Cullman Police Department, a person of interest in connection with a homicide in Manheim Borough, Pennsylvania.
Cullman County Coroner...
Cullman’s Sarah Kate Dockery recognized as Stephen D. Lee Scholar at Mississippi State
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Mississippi State University congratulates more than 160 spring graduates recognized as Stephen D. Lee Scholars for achieving a cumulative 4.0 GPA during their college careers.
Cullman’s Sarah Kate Dockery was among...
Obituary: Marie Melton
Funeral services for Marie Melton, 96, of Hanceville will be 12 p.m. Wednesday June 3rd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 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...
Wallace State Flag Football Finishes No. 20 in Final WCFFB Top 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State flag football closed its season ranked No. 20 in the final Women’s College Flag Football Top 25 rankings after completing an undefeated fall season.
The Lady Lions finished 26-0, giving...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The Correspondent’ by Virginia Evans
“The Correspondent” is an epistolary (a story told through letters) debut novel.
The book is about Syble Van Antwerp, a retired law clerk in her 70s. Syble tends to be cranky and a little bit difficult to get along with.
The novel begins in 2012 and...
Wallace State’s Gautier earns ITA Junior College All-American honors after national championship season
HANCEVILLE — Wallace State sophomore Angel Gautier added another honor to his championship résumé when he was named to the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Junior College All-America Team following the release of the final national...
Wallace State women’s tennis lands three entries in final ITA national rankings
HANCEVILLE — Wallace State women’s tennis placed three entries in the final Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Junior College National Rankings, which were released May 28 following the conclusion of the 2026 season.
The Lady Lions were...
Hanceville Library celebrates poetry contest winners
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Writers from across Alabama were invited to Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Friday, May 29, to participate in library's annual Poetry Night and poetry competition to celebrate creativity and literacy.
Library Manager Teresa Rivera...
Hanceville council approves park improvement funding, restaurant liquor license
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting on Thursday, May 28, the Hanceville City Council approved park improvement funding and a liquor license for a local restaurant.
Parks
Councilman Robert Powell explained the proposal of combining the C.W. Day Park improvement project and park fencing project into one larger, three-phase project, with a...
Cleghorn, McCluskey named May CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) and AmFirst recently recognized Gerrita Cleghorn of West Point Middle School and Kerrie McCluskey of Good Hope Middle School as Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Gerrita Cleghorn
Cleghorn has served...
Lindsey Howard named principal of Holly Pond Elementary School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has selected Lindsey Howard as the next principal of Holly Pond Elementary School, pending approval by the Cullman County Board of Education.
Howard brings more than 15 years...
PREP SPORTS: Holly Pond’s Maggie Nail reflects on her time as a Bronco
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond multi-sport athlete Maggie Nail received her high school diploma in May. Before heading to the University of Alabama in Huntsville this fall, she shared some of her favorite...
Obituary: Ruby Dean Corley
Ruby Dean Corley, age 87, A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Ruby's life was centered on the people she loved most. Her family was her greatest joy, and she treasured every moment spent...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 1, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
May 28
violation of protection order;...
Obituary: Steven Larry Thomas
Steven Larry Thomas passed on May 28, 2026, at the age of 51. He was born on November 2, 1974, in Cullman, Alabama, and was a resident of Holly Pond, Alabama.
Steven is preceded in...
Obituary: Judy K. Ballew
Graveside Service for Judy K. Ballew, age 78, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Antioch Baptist Cemetery- Fairview with John McKoy officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored...
Obituary: Christopher Jason Woods
Graveside Service for Christopher Jason Woods, age 52 of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Friendship Methodist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Woods...
No. 7 Alabama baseball advances to Super Regionals after thrilling 9-7 win over Oklahoma...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – No. 7 national seed Alabama baseball (40-19) punched its ticket to the Super Regional round of the 2026 NCAA Baseball Tournament, as the Crimson Tide topped Oklahoma State (39-22) following a back-and-forth...
Attention seniors! Jammin’ in the Gym returns in June
CULLMAN, Ala. - Adults 55 and older are invited to spend Tuesday evenings in June dancing, socializing and enjoying live music during the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center's annual "Jammin' in the Gym" series.
The free event, held from 6-8...
Wallace State awarded grant to help U.S. students obtain passports
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College has been selected by the Institute of International Education (IIE) to receive an IIE American Passport Project grant that will enable Wallace State students to obtain their first U.S. passport...
Rasco, Twilley honored with Ms. Senior Alabama Pageant send-off celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - On May 28, friends, family and fellow seniors came together at the Cullman Senior Center to honor Ms. Senior Cullman County Sheri Rasco and Ms. Super Senior Cullman County Mazzie Twilley with a send-off celebration...
COLUMN: Too old for a mid-life crisis
I was two days out of knee surgery, lying on my bed in a Lortab-laced fog, when I sat up and uttered a sentence to my wife that I never imagined would come out of...
Good Hope City Council meeting notes: May 26
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council had a regularly scheduled meeting Tuesday, May 26.
During the financial reports, council members reviewed grant reimbursements related to a USDA-funded project, alcohol license revenue and...
Evelyn Burrow Museum opens ‘Nympheus Luminansis, Water Lilies of Light’ exhibition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition that pays tribute to the work of impressionist Claude Monet.
“Nympheus Luminansis, Water Lilies of Light” by French artist Laurence...
COLUMN: In memory of Mrs. Annie Jo Cochran
In the spring of 1989, my little family and I moved to Rainbow City, Alabama, where I had been called as pastor of White Springs Baptist Church. Ashley, our one and only child, was...
Files from Yesteryear: May 30, 1929
From the files of May 30, 1929
Bees and Butterflies
Elwin Kinney is home from Auburn.
Louis Keller spent Sunday in Moulton.
Bill Beller spent the first of the week fishing in Town Creek.
Mr. and Mrs. Paton White...
I-65N at Lacon to close Tuesday night, June 2, for bridge repair
ALDOT will close I-65 northbound at Exit 318 at Lacon in Morgan County for one night next week to repair the deck of the northbound bridge over the CSX railroad.
Weather permitting, ALDOT plans to close...
Hanceville Middle School’s new addition will be ready for new school year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Middle School’s new addition has passed inspection and will be ready for students when school starts in August. The expansion brings six classrooms, meeting spaces, a library and a new...
Cullman Electric Co-op, Cullman County: Tentative start date for new water and sanitation billing is Sept. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Officials from Cullman Electric Cooperative and Cullman County recently met to discuss the transition of water and sanitation billing services from Cullman Electric back to Cullman County. After months of planning, both organizations...
Relay For Life TONIGHT at Depot Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County’s annual celebration is tonight, Saturday, May 30, from 6-10, in Depot Park. This is a free, rain-or-shine event.
Event Lead Emily Abney said there is a...
Red Barn Farm Flower Cottage: ‘Bloom where God has you right now’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Red Barn Farm Flower Cottage has opened its doors to the community through the summer.
Flower artisan and owner Allie Johnson said that a few years ago, the family was trying...
FAITH: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church to install Deaconess Kate Phillips for International Mission Service
St. Paul’s recently announced:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invites the community to join in giving thanks to God and honoring Deaconess Kate Phillips as she begins a new chapter of service in international mission work. Deaconess...
Cullman City Council approves tax abatement for ‘Project Panel’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Tuesday, May 26, passed a resolution to approve an economic development tax abatement for “Project Panel” in the amount of $364,914. The total...
Adriana Skutchan named principal of Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Cullman County School Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Adriana Skutchan to the Cullman County Board of Education as the new principal of Holly Pond High School.
Skutchan would succeed Dr....
Local woman dead following house fire
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A local woman died Friday, May 29, following a house fire at a residence on Mize Road.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as Joni Mize, 65. He said...
Obituary: Tommy “T-Bone” Wade Barnett
On May 22nd, 2026 the world lost a true original. Tommy "T-Bone" Wade Barnett passed away peacefully at his home at the age of 72, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant as the life...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope leads the way with five players selected to All-Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education released their 2026 All-Cullman County Softball team on Friday afternoon, which comprised of 21 of the area's top players. The Good Hope Lady Raiders, winners...
Obituary: Tiberius “Tibby” Damian Lowe
Tiberius “Tibby” Lowe, 15, passed away May 25th, 2026.
Tiberius was a lover of many things, namely computers, orchestra, literature, and video games. Anywhere he went, it was assumed he would have hacked his way...
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Cullman Police searching for man who took police vehicle; vehicle recovered
UPDATE: The man who stole a Cullman Police vehicle early Tuesday morning has been found and is in custody, according to Cullman Police Chief...
