CULLMAN, Ala. -Cullman High School hosted its first STEM Day recently, a partnership with local industries and associations to showcase the many career and study opportunities available within the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics...

I should’ve known. I mean, I know a bad omen when I see one. Why didn’t I pay attention? On a recent trip to Disney World, the people at our hotel rented my wife...

Cullman County Sheriff’s Office arrest roundup: April 3 Deputies arrested William Bennett Clark, 67, of Hanceville, on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from multiple incidents that occurred over the past several years.  Clark is charged with second-degree stalking...

VINEMONT, Ala- The South Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 9. It was announced that Councilwoman Charlotte Cosper resigned, effective immediately, with a drafted letter of resignation given...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 8, presented a certificate of commendation to Cherri Drake, thanking her for 28 years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission. Drake...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring For Kids hosted a fundraising plant sale that was planned for Friday and Saturday, but sold out early Friday afternoon, raising just over $1,000.  Senior Director Javon Daniel said the...

From the files of 1918 Mrs. John Lewis and children, of Birmingham, are the guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Linton. Colonel and Mrs. A.A. Griffith and son, Kenneth, have returned home from a...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After dropping game one at Good Hope 11-2 Friday, the Bulldogs bounced back Saturday with a walk-off win over the Raiders Saturday, securing a postseason berth. After a scoreless eighth inning,...

Funeral Service for Richard Earl, age 71 of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Holly Pond Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m....

Cullman County Animal Shelter encourages volunteers CULLMAN, Ala. - Animals have been shown in popular culture as loving and loyal companions. As it turns out, science supports that characterization. In addition to the countless ways...

Winners honored during Farm-City Awards, including state's 2024 Farm of Distinction AUBURN, Ala. - Agritourism was on display during the annual Farm-City Awards Program April 11 in Auburn.  Detailed activity reports, bright posters, well-worded essays and...

VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Elementary and Vinemont High School recently received the Purple Star School designation from the Alabama Purple Star Schools Program. This accolade recognizes the efforts of K-12 across the state that...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is bringing back its community cookout for the first time since 2020. The event will take place Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cullman Housing...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The city of Cullman has been ranked No. 3 on USA Today’s 10Best list of Best Small Town Cultural Scene for 2024. This is the first time Cullman has been recognized...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After a week filled with postponements and wet weather, the Good Hope Raiders finally got the chance to host the first game of its area series against Hanceville Friday night....

Funeral services for Melissa Kay Bowers, age 42, of Cullman, are incomplete at this time. Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. Melissa was born March 31,1982 to David Morton and Debra Thornton Morton....

Barbara Vassilee Nelson (Lee) passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday April 10, 2024, with her daughters at her side. She was born January 8, 1942.  She is survived by her husband Donald Nelson....

Tim was born in Alabama on May, 13th, 1952 to Eugene F. Ray and Willodean Oden Ray. He is preceded in death by his parents and wife: Terri Ray.  He is survived by his daughter:...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College announces that women’s and men’s head basketball coach Allen Sharpe has accepted a position as head coach of the University of Alabama at Huntsville women’s basketball program. Sharpe...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 12, 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...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques and Things, a local business fueled by a mother-daughter duo's passion for revitalizing antiques, is excited to announce its Spring Sidewalk Sale. The sale is scheduled for Saturday,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) is set to host a significant job fair event aimed at rounding out its team with fresh talent. The job fair is scheduled for...

David T Cole, age 81, of Cullman passed away on April 9, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife, Reba White Cole, parents, Taft and Addie Lee Cole, brother and sister-in-law, Steve Cole...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Jimmie Williams, the freshman guard for the Wallace State Community College men’s basketball team, has been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association’s (NJCAA) Division I All-America Teams, earning a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  April 9  domestic violence; CR 699  criminal...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met for its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 9, began planning for the 2024 Festival of Trees and nominated a new member. Cullman resident Pat Sharpton was...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, April 8, held the first reading of an amendment to the City’s zoning ordinance to govern the location and signage of vape retailers. The ordinance,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Some say cursive writing it is a dying skill. For the Zaner-Bloser publishing company, that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Once a year, the company holds its National Handwriting Contest,...

Much needed repairs coming to local roadways following Gov. Ivey's announcement  MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, April 10, announced that more than $7.9 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, downtown Cullman – particularly Depot Park and the Festhalle – will host the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival. What was formally known as the Cullman Strawberry...

ONEONTA, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College men’s golf pushed through the final round of play at the Alabama Community College Conference Region 22 championship to take second place in the tournament. The Lions entered...

A Memorial Service for Marlon Randall Bates, age 63 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 12, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dennis Bates and Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating.  Mr. Bates...

Pamela Rae Key, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Pamela was born in Cullman, AL.  A visitation for Pamela will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. at...

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

Sidewalk plaques of Auburn greats Takeo Spikes, Kasey Cooper, Caitlin Atkinson-Tomlin and Cliff Ellis will soon grace downtown Auburn AUBURN, Ala. – A Fantastic Four representing three decades of Auburn Athletics excellence: Takeo Spikes, Kasey Cooper, Caitlin...

Fr. Patrick Egan, O.S.B, pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus church in Cullman, is shown offering Benediction rites during the annual Divine Mercy Sunday services. This religious event takes place each year on the...

WEST POINT, Ala. - Renovation Church hosted a fun-filled community fellowship event after its church service on Sunday, April 7. The non-denominational congregation came together to feed and entertain attendees at its first Spring...

Mr. Herring passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at his residence. He was born Wednesday, September 12, 1979, to Russell Keith Herring and Sharon Annette Adams.  He was preceded in death by his grandfather,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - It was a night straight out of the heart of Mobile, with sparkling greens, gilded golds and shimmering purples at Flourish of Cullman’s annual fundraising banquet, this year with a Mardi...

Lindan Jerome “L.J.” Hill, 47, died unexpectedly at his home in Bremen, Alabama. Cause of death was due to underlying heart conditions. He is son of Lindan B. and Constance H. Hill, who survive....

James “Kenneth” Neal, Sr. of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born in Cullman to Earnest R. Neal and Gracie Nix Neal. He is preceded...

MONTGOMERY – Baker High School’s Myla Reed recorded the state’s fastest outdoor time in two sprint events last week, and Cold Springs High School senior Ethan Edgeworth set an all- classification record, landing the duo in this week’s AHSAA Outdoor Track...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  April 4  possession of dangerous drugs;...

CULLMAN, Ala. - In honor of “Encourage a Young Writer Day,” the main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will be home to an interesting new offering for young adults and...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first April meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and they took the next step in their wastewater treatment plant expansion project. Bids...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s first luxury boutique hotel will be open its doors to the public Saturday, May 4, 2024.  The Flying Fifty Hotel is preparing to welcome its first guests as it pays homage...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – Local nonprofit Chainbreaker’s Ministries on Saturday, April 6, cut the ribbon and welcomed visitors to the grand opening of the Frierson House addiction recovery/transition center in Holly Pond. Founders/Directors Doug...

West Point 5 - Fairview 4 (Softball) A solo home run off the bat of Brinlee Phillips gave West Point an early 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first. Fairview tied the game up...

FALKVILLE, Ala. - Heritage Homestead will host an Intro to Canning class on Tuesday, April 9, at the home of Joanna McConnell, located at 558 Hills Chapel Road in Falkville. Scheduled from 6-8:30 p.m....

Funeral service for Stephen Paul Barnett, age 66, of Cullman, is Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 10,...

Graveside service for Janice Carrine Gulledge, age 89, of Altoona, is Friday April 12, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Simcoe. Bro. Chris Kitchens will be officiating.    Cullman Funeral Home is...

Funeral Service for Iris Bernice Carter, age 87 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rodney Thompson officiating; burial at New Hope #2. Visitation...

Edna Jane Hedges, age 97, of Haleyville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Edna was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on June 22, 1926 to George D. and Maurine Deakins McIsaac. She is...

Funeral service for Margaret Odine Laney, age 97, of Cullman, is Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Mrs. Laney will lie in state Thursday...

CULLMAN, Ala. -- A single-vehicle crash on County Road 813 in the Trimble area at approximately 9:20 a.m. Monday morning claimed the life of a Cullman man. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed James...

James Martin Copeland, of Holly Pond, Alabama, entered into the presence of our Lord on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 82. Mr. Copeland was born in Sipsy, Alabama, on July 2,...

Arrangements for Mable C. Lolley, age 84, of Decatur, are incomplete, at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Mable was born July 3, 1939 to Emory W. Lane and Lena Pearl...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  No incidents reported.  Arrests  April 4 –...

Shirley D. Hooper, age 83, of Falkville, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Woodland Village Health Care. She was born Thursday, April 3, 1941 to William Blake Moore and Viva Lou Moore.  She...

AUBURN, Ala. – Nicknamed "Captain Crunch" for his rugged tackling, former Auburn linebacker Mike Kolen passed away Wednesday at the age of 76. A 1985 Alabama Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Kolen led Auburn in...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Gov. Kay Ivey recently awarded more than $791,000 in grants to improve public safety in 12 municipalities and seven counties. Local law enforcement agencies receiving funds include the Cullman County Sheriff’s...

Funeral Service for Martha Ann Smith, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Emeus Cemetery. Visitation will be from...

Charles Ray Johnson, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 6, 2024, at the age of 59. Mr. Johnson was born to Charles Edgar and Jettie Corbin Johnson on June 15, 1964, in Blount...

AUBURN, Ala. – Hometown freshman Towns McGough kicked seven field goals and drilled a 58-yarder on the final play to give Auburn's offense a 28-27 A-Day victory in front of 33,526 to conclude spring...

While plastic was invented in 1909, it did not become popular until Tupperware was invented in 1946. The creation of this novel product brought plastics to the forefront as an affordable, durable, lightweight product...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - If the ‘70s groove is your thing, make plans to attend the Wallace State Singers’ upcoming performance entitled “That ‘70s Show.” “We can’t wait to take our audience back to the 1970s,”...

Smoke billows into the sky, visible to nearby residents and motorists as a sign that something is burning in the Alabama forest.  It’s a prescribed fire at Oak Mountain State Park, which sometimes causes alarm...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is gearing up for kindergarten registration for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Families interested in enrolling their children can now pre-register online at www.ccboe.org/k where a step-by-step guide...

From the files of 1955 Fred Harbison won the Grand Championship at the Beef Show with a shorthorn steer. Mary Wood won Reserve Champion with a Hereford steer. Don Morgan, nine year old son of Mr....

A celebration of Life gathering for Kerry L. Scott, 58, of Cordova, Alabama will be held on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Mr. Scott was born...

Women in Diesel Meet and Greet When: April 11Time: 5 to 7 p.m.Where: WSCC Diesel Technology  BuildingRegister: www.wallacestate.edu/womenindieselinfo  HANCEVILLE, Ala. -  Wallace State Community College’s Diesel Technology program is hosting a Women in Diesel Meet and...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Aggies took game one of their area series with Hayden 8-0 on the road Wednesday and they returned home to Mark Moore Field Friday night with a chance to win...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) supports 19 nonprofit partner agencies. It is currently seeking volunteers for its Allocation Committee. Executive Director Stephanie Childers explained, “At United Way of Cullman County,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Local pregnancy resource center First Source for Women held its annual banquet fundraiser Thursday, April 4, at Loft 212.   Executive Director Janet Davis and Board President Julia Rushing both spoke to...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville invites residents to participate in the 2024 Spring Clean-up, with citywide yard sales April 19-20, followed by a free landfill pickup week April 22-25. Yard sales: April 19-20 Kickstarting...

WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point High School (WPHS) Scholars Bowl team has been on a white-hot streak in the quiz world, winning match after match. The students are making a name for...

Arrangements for Judy Tanksley, age 64, of Cullman, are incomplete, at this time.  Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.  Judy was born November 14, 1959 to Edsel Sparks and Minnie Marie Oden Sparks....

Funeral Service for Florence Joann Ivey, age 88 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Danny Garrison officiating; burial at Cook Cemetery. Visitation...

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

CULLMAN, Ala—On Monday, April 1, WellStone, one of Cullman County’s mental health resource centers, unveiled its newly completed expansion and renovation project, which added additional office spaces and patient care rooms. A new entrance...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces it will hold Admission Workshops on Saturday, April 6, and Saturday, May 18, for anyone seeking assistance with filling out their application for admission to the...

HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday passed a resolution proclaiming April Civitan Awareness Month in the town. “As always, we really appreciate the Civitan Club in this community because they...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Otters are often portrayed as silly, goofy, adorably playful things that dart and dash around. The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week shares both name and attributes with the sweet animals....

Pamela Whaley Hagan, age 65, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.  No services are scheduled at this time. 

Robert 'Bobby 'Gene Blevins, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.  A memorial service will be held at the St. Bernard Abbey Columbarium  at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11.  A reception will follow from 3-5 p.m. at the All Steak Restaurant. Surrounded by loving family and friends, Bob Blevins passed away  peacefully at his home in Cullman, Alabama where he resided for over 60  years.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  Bob was born  in Cullman, Alabama on December 17, 1937.  He was a young 86 year  old.  He is survived by his son Robert Blevins and wife Cindy, daughter  Candice Blevins, grandsons Travis Blevins, Taylor Blevins, Alexander  Shoaff, Aidan Shoaff and nephew Xavier Flores.  Bob was preceded in  death by his loving wife Arabella Blevins and his ten brothers and sisters.  Bob was a very proud Marine and while stationed in Padre Island, Texas  he met the love of his life, Arabella Tamez. They were married for 62  years. Bob was very artistic and athletic. He was an excellent golfer and  an enthusiastic follower of all sports, especially the University of  Alabama athletics and Crimson Tide football. Most of all, he loved his  lake home at Smith Lake.  He was an experienced and passionate  fisherman. There were never any bad days at the lake for he and Arabella.    Professionally, Bob was a barber for over 60 years and practiced his trade  in Birmingham, Alabama. Blevins Barber Shop in downtown  Birmingham was the town hall for gossip, sports and politics.  He used to  say “I’m driving everyday to be with my friends”. It was not work in his  mind. Bob will be missed by all and especially his family.  The family would sincerely like to thank the caregivers that shared their  kindness and assistance to both Bob and Arabella over the years. Heart  felt thanks to Sheila S., Shelia G., Robyn, Barbara, Christy, Nicole,  Kenneth, Mary, Shanna, Patsy, and Crystal.   In lieu of flowers, the family requests  that contributions be made to St. Bernard Preparatory School located at  1600 St. Bernard Drive, SE in Cullman, Alabama 35055.   Please visit mossservicefh.com to leave condolences for the family.   Moss Service Funeral Home Directing.   

Funeral Service for Earlene Simmons, age 81 of Cullman, will be at noon on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Seventh Street Baptist Church, with Parker Allen and Rev. Delbert Freeman officiating; burial at Emeus...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park, with its expansive lake, acres of trees, wildflower and butterfly trail and arboretum, is a destination for nature lovers and conservation enthusiasts. Fans of the park can now...

WEST POINT, Ala. – After taking game one of their area series at Jasper Wednesday night, the West Point Warriors returned home Thursday for games two and three against the Vikings. The Warriors took...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School this week received a grant from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to support its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs. The grant will support a robotics...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 4, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s Office  Incidents  April 1  trafficking drugs; possession of...

VFW honors local Vietnam veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day CULLMAN, Ala. - On March 29 each year, members of Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214, along with their families and friends, gather...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On April 9, 2024, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church will celebrate 150 years of ministry to Cullman and its surrounding community. Planned festivities between now and October begin with participation...

HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, April 1, tabled a request from Jared Ibrahim, owner of BNF Metals, to modify the Town ordinance that governs activities at his scrapyard...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday presented $5,000 checks to each of the town’s schools: to Holly Pond High School Principal Dr. Nate Ayers, and to Holly Pond K-8...

Cold Springs 13 - Altamont 10 (Baseball) Cold Springs didn't waste any time getting on the scoreboard against Altamont. They batted around and scored six runs in the first inning. RBI singles by Lindan Hill,...

VINEMONT, Ala. – For the first time in nine seasons, a new team stepped up to claim the county championship at the Vinemont Sports Complex Wednesday night. After toppling the nine-time defending champion West...

Dr. Martin Bruce Harbison, age 84, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 31, 2024 in Birmingham surrounded by his family.  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. in the morning on Friday,...

Betty Jean Wamp Holt, 89, passed away peacefully April 2, 2024. She was born May 5, 1934 in Cullman, Alabama. Jean graduated from Cullman High School in 1952, and Birmingham Southern in 1956 with...

Updated April 4, 2024, at 10:24 p.m. Graveside service for Loretta Young, age 75, of Good Hope, is Sunday, April 7, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Good Hope Cemetery, with Rev. Steve Rodgers officiating. Visitation...

Funeral services for Cody Lowell Self (SPC) will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 5th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shelton Grove Cemetery with military honors.  Visitation will be...