Obituary: Jayne Braswell Cobb​

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Jayne Braswell Cobb, 86, of Cullman left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on May 16 after a long illness. Jayne was born on July 13, 1937, in South Walter to...

Library Board talks progress, future plans

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board at its monthly meeting on Thursday, May 16, approved the addition of newly appointed Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore to...

Cullman County PALS Beautification Award nominations underway

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) is currently accepting nominations for Beautification Awards. These awards are a physical recognition for local businesses, churches, practices and organizations that add to...

Cullman Regional Foundation donates $150K for new ambulance

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Regional Foundation Board of Trustees recently  donated $150,000 to Cullman Regional for a new ambulance at Cullman Emergency Medical Services (EMS). "The generous giving from the community and fundraising efforts...

Get ready for the sizzle: Hanceville’s 4th annual Grilled Cheese Festival coming May 25

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On May 25, downtown Hanceville will transform into a hub of culinary delight and community celebration with the fourth annual Grilled Cheese Festival. From 9 a.m.-5 p.m., attendees can indulge in...

2 CHS Career Tech Education students honored

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Two Career Tech students from Cullman High School’s Educators in Training program, Anna Hill and Maddie Doyle, received first place at the Future Teachers of Alabama State Conference for their submission to...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 17, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman...

Obituary: Franklin D. Speakman

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Franklin D. Speakman, 81, of Falkville, Alabama, entered into his heavenly home on Wednesday evening, May 15, 2024. Mr. Speakman was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on August 27, 1942, to the late Irwin...

Obituary: Sandra Denise Long

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Sandra Denise Long, age 63, of Guntersville, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024.  A visitation for Sandra will be held Monday, May 20, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral...

Obituary: Jaudon William Wiggins

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Jaudon William Wiggins, “Don”, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024. He was born on August 31, 1933, in Duncanville, Alabama, to Lottie Grace and Marion Richmond Wiggins, and grew...

City: Social media post by Cullman Daily depicting closing of Swafford Road inaccurate

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A social media post by Cullman Daily on Wednesday depicting the closing of Swafford Road is inaccurate, according to the City of Cullman. "A rendering of a proposed shopping center development...

‘Genius Hour’ at West Elementary

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CULLMAN, Ala. – West Elementary fourth and sixth graders participated in a “Genius Hour” program this year. “Mrs. Regan Caldwell, West Elementary School’s counselor, and I hosted what we call a ‘Genius Hour’ for grades...

Vinemont Town Council announces Henry & Roe Wood Park cleanup day, Senior Citizens Day

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council at its recent meeting shared details about upcoming community initiatives. One such event is the Senior Citizens Day, scheduled for Monday, May 20, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at...

Pet of the week: Fly high with Maverick!

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Maverick, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a male Husky who is approximately 2 years old. He's described as a medium-energy, leash-savvy young male who understands personal space.  While at...

Cullman Electric’s ‘Touch a Truck’ coming this Saturday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Touch a Truck will take place Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds, with a sensory-friendly hour from 9-10. Admission is free. Touch...

Cullman Regional to establish Level II nursery as part of OB expansion

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is expanding obstetric and nursery services with the addition of a fourth OB- GYN physician, six neonatologists and four neonatal nurse practitioners to its medical staff, the hospital said...

‘Stamp Out Hunger’: Cullman Caring for Kids sees large donation from postal worker drive

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Caring for Kids this week received a massive product donation to its food pantry, thanks to the Cullman Post Office. As part of the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual...
Antonio Dequan Hasberry and Diaundre Rashad Perez (Cullman Police Department)

2 arrested following crash, pursuit

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Jefferson County men were arrested in Cullman County Thursday, May 16, after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, according to the Cullman Police Department. “Officer Chad Ashworth stopped the subjects on Cherokee...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 16, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  May 13  possession of drug paraphernalia;...

WildWater to open Memorial Day weekend with new features; Heritage Park upgrades coming

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CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson told the Cullman City Council this week about plans for upgrades at Heritage Park, and announced that WildWater, the city’s aquatic...

Wallace State’s Luke Fernandez named ACCC Pitcher of the Year

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State student-athlete Luke Fernandez was named Pitcher of the Year by the Alabama Community College Conference. Fernandez led the ACCC in strike outs. The freshman out of Cummings, Ga., smoked 100...

Cullman City Council moves toward airport expansion

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved resolutions to complete several years of pavement repairs and upgrades at Cullman Regional Airport, and pave the way for future expansion of facilities and...

Obituary: Matthew James Baker

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He was preceded in death by his partner, Patty Sterling; parents: Deirl & Geree Baker; nephew, Jashua Kanaday and great niece, Anna Hocutt.  Matthew is survived by his brothers: Carter Baker, Rayburn Baker, Kenneth Baker,...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 15, 2024 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  No incidents or arrests reported.  Cullman...

WSCC Dental Hygiene graduates 26 from program

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Dental Hygiene program held a pinning ceremony on May 8, recognizing 26 students successfully completing the program for the Class of 2024. “It will be an absolute honor...

Vinemont holds inaugural Farmers and Makers Market

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont welcomed in the warm weather and took advantage of the sunshine on Saturday, May 11, at the  inaugural Farmers and Makers Market. The market was a...

Wallace State Celebrates commencement for Class of 2024

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Around 650 graduates participated in graduation ceremonies at Wallace State Community College on Friday, May 10, 2024, at the Traditions Bank Arena inside Tom Drake Coliseum. Around 2,450 degrees and certificates...

PREP SPORTS: ‘I will cherish the memories and friends I made from these sports...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Dakota Overton is preparing to graduate later this month and in this interview he discussed his stellar career on the basketball court and the baseball field during...

Obituary: Donald Edward Massey

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A Celebration of Life for Donald Edward Massey, age 76 of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Northbrook Baptist Church with Keith Warden and Wade Maynard...

Obituary: Frederick Earnest Tetro Jr.

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Frederick Earnest Tetro, Jr., age 68 of Trussville, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, at St. Vincent's East. He was born Monday, May 7, 1956, to Frederick Tetro and Vivian Tetro.  He was preceded...

Obituary: Norma Fae Neely

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Funeral service for Norma Fae Neely, age 88, of Cullman, is Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with Chaplain Ed Flaig officiating. Visitation will be held from 12...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 14, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear Cullman County Sheriff’s Office No incidents or arrests reported. Cullman...

Local area business spotlight: Hippie Hill Homestead

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DANVILLE, Ala. - Jadyen Guthery is a mother, wife, homemaker and now a small business owner. As if her time wasn’t occupied enough with her 2-year-old daughter, Nellie, she and her husband have turned their brood of small backyard...

Good Hope City Council applying for USDA Grant to build new multi-use community center

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its first May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and passed a pair of Resolutions to get the ball rolling on a...

Cullman’s Truth in Nature chapter calls for volunteer outdoorsmen to mentor young men

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Truth in Nature, a nationwide outdoor ministry, has a simple but powerful mission: to support young men from fatherless and single-parent homes by fostering a connection with nature, community and faith....

‘This is what education is about’

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Local sophomores launch summer business VINEMONT, Ala. -  Two Vinemont High School students have decided to take their summer plans into their own hands and start a business with the help of their teacher. Bryant...

Obituary: Ricky E. McMinn

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Funeral Service for Ricky Eugene McMinn, age 71 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Sidney McMinn officiating, burial at McMinn Cemetery. Visitation will...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 13, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  May 9  possession of dangerous drugs;...

2 Cullman County Schools recognized for excellence at state event

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) recognized Parkside and Cullman Area Technology Academy on Monday as Schools of Distinction from State School Board District 6. Parkside won Banner School...

Auburn men’s golf sweeps SEC yearly awards

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After a record-smashing regular season that culminated in the program's fifth Southeastern Conference Championship, No. 1 Auburn men's golf was recognized by the league with nine yearly SEC honors, including a...

Gulf State Park Pier repairs reach milestone

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The reconstruction of the Gulf State Park Pier reached a milestone recently when the walkway to the octagon on the end was partially completed. Lamar Pendergrass, the South Region operations supervisor for the Alabama Department...

‘I’ve never let anything hold me back’: Bronco blade runner Daniel Figueroa talks athletic...

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond student Daniel Figueroa put together another great season on the track and on the hardwood this year. Daniel is known around campus for his positive attitude and athletic...

Ivey signs ‘most significant amendment to Alabama’s public records law in over 50 years’

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MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, May 8, signed Senate Bill 270, a bill to set specific timelines that public entities in Alabama must follow when responding to public records requests. Sponsored...

Obituary: Edward Louie Scarborough

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Edward Louie Scarborough, 66, “Special Ed”, “Fast Eddie”, “Big Ed”, “Grandaddy” and “Dad”, went to his heavenly home on May 10, 2024. He was surrounded by his immediate family at UAB hospital after a...

COLUMN: Dear Coach Saban

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Dear Coach Saban, Since I wrote a letter to Kalen DeBoer a few weeks ago and gave him some pointers about the South, I thought it was only fair to drop you a note and...

Maldonado, Lindsey named to ACCS All-Alabama Academic Team

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Two Wallace State Community College students were recognized recently at the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) All-Alabama Academic Team Banquet in Birmingham. Vianney Verdin Maldonado and Makayla Lindsey represented Wallace State as...

United Way of Cullman County hosting Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet May 30

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) will host its Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet on Thursday, May 30, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Loft 212, where the past year’s community...

Flooding rainfall and potential severe weather coming this week

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CLANTON, Ala. -- Several upper-level disturbances will affect the state this week. The first will produce rain and thunderstorms beginning this evening in the western sections of the state and spreading eastward across most...

Wallace State Respiratory Therapy graduates 23 from program

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HANCEVILLE, Ala.  — Wallace State Community College’s Respiratory Therapy program held a pinning ceremony on May 8, recognizing 23 students successfully completing the program for the Class of 2024. “This pinning ceremony marks the important...

Files from yesteryear: 1936, 1952

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From the files of 1936 Mrs. H. Parker was a nice hostess on Thursday for a dance. George Stiefelmeyer, Grand Master- Elect of the Grand Lodge of Alabama Odd Fellows, attended the district convention of the...

Obituary: Garlan A. Hood

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Funeral Service for Garlan A. Hood, age 90 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Alton King officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation...

Obituary: Jennifer Ann Folette​

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Graveside service for Jennifer Ann Follette, age 47, were held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Panama Cemetery with Rev. Larry Duke officiating.  Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Mrs....

‘I promised Curt I would never let him be forgotten’

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Annual Clothed in Cullman event raises funds for Curt’s Closet CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet held its largest fundraiser of the year on Thursday night, May 9, at Stone Bridge Farms’ Browne Stone Centre. The...

Best in Show

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CHS art student Lane McLeod wins U.S. Congressional Art Competition CULLMAN, Ala. - A young artist from Cullman High School has won the prestigious Best in Show award for the 4th Congressional District's Annual Art...

‘It means a lot to play where my daddy did’: Good Hope’s Kylee and...

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – At the Smith household, playing for the Good Hope Raiders has become something of a family tradition and just one season into her varsity career, Good Hope’s Kylee Smith is...

Op-Ed: To the single mother on Mother’s Day

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I write this as a man who was raised by a single mother during the most transformative years of my life. It's hard to express in words the depth of my gratitude for all...

Sullivan Creek Ranch hosting 5th annual Gather and Branding Day May 19

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Step into the world of traditional ranching with the Sullivan Creek Ranch as it opens its doors for the 2024 Gather and Branding event. Scheduled for Sunday, May 19, starting at...

Cornerstone Revival ALTARED Youth group holding BBQ fundraiser

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cornerstone Revival Center (CRC) ALTARED Youth group is hosting a BBQ fundraiser to support its growing ministry.  Youth Pastor Jordan Fitzgerald and his wife, Jade, run CRC’s Youth Ministry. “Every Friday night,...

Obituary: Donald Wayne Harrison

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Donald Wayne Harrison passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024. He was born Tuesday, December 1, 1953, to Tharon Harrison and Methel Harvison.  He was preceded in death by his parents and Siblings.  Survivors include his...

Obituary: Patricia White Smith​

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Patricia White Smith entered into the presence of our Lord on Thursday evening, May 9, 2024, at the age of 72. Mrs. Smith was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on January 11, 1952, to...

Obituary: Melba Jean Scott

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Funeral service for Melba Jean Walling Lindsey Scott, 90, will be at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery, 31 North, Vinemont, AL. The...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 10, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 10, 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...

Obituary: Thomas E. Hall​

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Funeral services for Thomas E. Hall, 87, of Colony, Alabama will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, May 10th at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church. The burial will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation...

Obituary: Hazel Marie Culp​

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Graveside Service for Hazel Marie Culp, age 76, will be at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024, at Union Grove Cemetery with Chris Brooks officiating; burial at Union Grove Cemetery in Holly Pond,...

Obituary: Lennes Mae Cheatham​

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Lennes Mae Cheatham, age 76, of Berlin, AL, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. There will be a memorial service for Ms. Cheatham announced,...

Vintage Magnolias hosting Mother’s Day tea and book signing with local author Beverly Davis...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Vintage Magnolias in Hanceville is set to host a Mother's Day tea and book signing event on Saturday, May 11, featuring local author Beverly Davis. The event promises a charming afternoon...

The Link community education courses beginning May 13

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County is knee-deep in preparations for its community education classes that are set to begin on May 13.  “The Link is driven to empower individuals and families to...

Aspen Institute names Wallace State semifinalist for prestigious 2025 Aspen Prize

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WASHINGTON D.C. – On May 7, the Aspen Institute named Wallace State Community College as a semifinalist for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The $1 million award is the nation's signature...

Pet of the week: Toby, the gentle giant

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Pets are great additions to any family or household, often ending up  loving, cherished members of the family. Prospective pet parents often look for a fluffy pal that can play around...

Fact check: Potential Topre America employees not undocumented

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The following is a follow-up to www.cullmantribune.com/2024/05/08/going-to-work-100-plus-apply-for-positions-at-topre CULLMAN, Ala. - Topre America in Cullman is not hiring undocumented immigrants or busing undocumented Haitian workers to the Cullman Career Center, as has been erroneously reported in...

3 juvenile escapees captured in Cullman County 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Three juvenile escapees from Jefferson County are in custody following a pursuit in Cullman County. At approximately 4 p.m. today, Thursday, May 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop...

Severe weather threat continues through Friday morning

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CLANTON, Ala. -- Through 6 pm, the greatest threat of severe weather will be generally south of I-20 and east of I-65 where scattered to numerous thunderstorms will continue.  Damaging wind gusts, hail, localized...

Fairview Town Council approves funds for VFD

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. – At its monthly meeting on Monday, May 6, the Fairview Town Council voted to assist the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department with some necessary purchases. Fire Chief Alan Miner requested that the council...

WSCC Women’s Golf places 3rd at NJCAA Women’s South District Championship

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s women’s golf team finished third in the district at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s South District Championship in Brenham, Texas. The Lions finished behind Tyler...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 9, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  May 6  domestic violence; Hwy. 157  theft...

Make the most of summer: Area programs

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Summertime is on the way, and the school year is coming to a close. For families with children, entertainment for those youngsters is oftentimes a needed summertime resource. Summer camps, clinics...

Lauren Agnello of Cullman receives UA Department of Art and Art History Outstanding Student...

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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The UA Department of Art and Art History is proud to announce the six recipients of our Outstanding Student Awards for academic year 2023-2024, awarded in recognition of their exemplary dedication...

‘It’s going to make a huge difference’: Hanceville Softball celebrates new additions to Rayford...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville High School Softball hosted an open house to celebrate and show off its new additions to the Rayford Talley Athletic Training Facility Wednesday afternoon. Two indoor nets, a new pitching...

Baileyton Town Council names Jennifer Harlow Volunteer of the Year

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BAILEYTON, Ala. – At its monthly meeting on Monday, May 6, the Baileyton Town Council presented the Volunteer of the Year award to Jennifer Harlow. Councilman Dewayne Sumner shared, “A volunteer is a person who...

Holly Pond increases budgets for infrastructure, prepares to update scrapyard ordinance

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday passed amendments to add funds to two infrastructure budgets, pointing to the cost of recently completed and planned projects. The amendments add a total...
Cullman Career Center (File photo)

Going to work: 100-plus apply for positions at Topre  

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‘It is a terrible disservice to our community, the State of Alabama and Topre America for a social media blog to disseminate unsubstantiated claims that spark controversy’CEDA Director Dale Greer CULLMAN, Ala. - Despite online...

PREP SOFTBALL: Vinemont splits East Regional matchups with Hokes Bluff, Geraldine

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ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles hit the road to begin their run at this year’s 3A East Regional Tournament at Sand Mountain Park in Albertville and after dropping their first game of the...

Obituary: Brandi Herron Elrod

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Brandi Herron Elrod, age 47, passed from this life on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at her home in New Port Richey, Florida.   Brandi was born February 10, 1977 in Pikeville, Kentucky. She was the oldest...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 8, 2024

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 8, 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...

Crane Hill man’s bond revoked on sodomy, rape charges

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CULLMAN, Ala. – A Crane Hill man is behind bars following his arrest on May 5, 2024, on multiple bond revocation charges. Austin Chase Ray Van Keuren, 27, was arrested by deputies for statutory rape,...

Obituary: Rita Ann Sparman​

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Rita Ann Sparman, known to most as Maw-Maw, 78 years of age, of Empire, Alabama went to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday May 3, 2024. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on...

Join the 2nd annual Picnic with Ponies May 18

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VINEMONT, Ala. - A Leap of Faith Equestrian Center LLC in Vinemont invites the community to its second annual Picnic with Ponies event, set for May 18, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This family friendly...

Obituary: Steve Rasnick​

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Steven Odell Rasnick, age 66, of Cullman passed away on May 4, 2024.  There are no services planned at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook. 

Obituary: Brenda Bailey

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Funeral service for Brenda Kay Bailey, age 81, of Hanceville, is Friday, May 10, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., at Shelton Grove Baptist Church in Cold Springs. Mrs. Bailey will lie in state from 11...

Stony Lonesome Sasquatch Mud Run 2024 coming this Saturday

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BREMEN, Ala. - The Stony Lonesome Sasquatch Mud Run will take place this Saturday, May 11, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park.  Cullman County Parks and Recreation Marketing Director Sara Morgan said the...

Vivi B Bakes holds 1st public pop-up shop

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CULLMAN, Ala. - If the Shoe Fits held so much more than adorable shoes, clothing and accessories on Thursday, May 2. Vivian Brock, a recent Holly Pond High School graduate, brought her talent to the storefront, in the form...

Obituary: Pascal Eugene Nelson, “Billy”​

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Services will be held at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home on Wednesday May 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Delbert Freeman and Wade Warren officiating. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on...

Robots take over Cullman City Schools for showcase

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Robots staged a mini-takeover at West Elementary School this week, but don’t worry, they were thankfully all under student control as part of an ambitious robotics club showcase competition.West and East...

Obituary: George Marion Teague

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George Marion Teague of Vinemont, Alabama passed away May 7, 2024. George graduated Vinemont High School in 1981, and went on to serve our country in the US Air Force for two years. Following...

Obituary: Christopher Glenn Rhodes 

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Christopher Glenn Rhodes  Funeral services for Christopher Glenn Rhodes, originally of Good Hope, will be 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, at Mt. Joy Baptist Church.  Burial will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery. ...

PREP SOFTBALL: Meek splits North Regional games with Belgreen, Marion County

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FLORENCE, Ala. – After winning the Area 14 championship last week, the Meek Tigers were back in action at the 1A North Regional Tournament in Florence Tuesday. After dropping their first game of the...

2 CARTS crashes in 1 day

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, May 6, there were two crashes involving CARTS  buses. Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said no one was injured in either crash.  “The more serious crash was at Highway 31 and...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 7, 2024

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

PREP SOFTBALL: Cullman eliminated from North Regional with 6-3 loss to Buckhorn

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FLORENCE, Ala. – After splitting their first 6A North Regional matchups with Hazel Green and Fort Payne Monday, the Cullman Bearcats were back on the field at Coffee O’Neal Park Tuesday morning for an...

Inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival a sweet success

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CULLMAN, Ala. - One quick zip through the center of Cullman over the weekend, and anyone should have been able to tell that something big was happening. Traffic was creeping down U.S. Highway 31 on Friday...