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2 transported to Cullman Regional following lightning strike at Smith Lake Park

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Updated 7-20-19 8:36 p.m. TRIMBLE, Ala. - Two people were transported to Cullman Regional following what officials are saying was a lightning strike near the...

Fire destroys cottage at Stone Bridge Farms

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple agencies responded to a fire at Stone Bridge Farms early Sunday evening, where a cottage in the northeast corner of the property...

Two vehicle accident in Simcoe sends three to hospital

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SIMCOE, Ala. - A Sunday afternoon wreck in Simcoe had Gold Ridge firefighters working hard, and led to the medical transport of three injury...

Accident in Holly Pond leaves two with minor injuries

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - Shortly after 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, two minivans collided at the intersection of State Hwy. 91 and U.S. Hwy. 278...

BREAKING: Wife accidentally shoots husband during road rage dispute; currently jailed without bond

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BREMEN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies arrived on scene shortly after a call came into dispatch regarding a road rage incident that turned...

Freedom Celebration lights up the night in Fairview

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - During the evening of Independence Day, crowds filled Randall Shedd Fairview Town Park as the town’s First Baptist Church hosted its 18th...

BREAKING: Man shot following possible road rage incident in Bremen; victim transported to UAB

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Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry stated, “Yes, we had a shooting but it’s in the early stages of the investigation. Once any or possible...

(Bonus) Pet of the Week: King seeking his palace!

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay informed us of happy happenings: our last two Pets of the Week, Chip and Remmy, have...

Locals fill Addison for annual 4th of July Celebration

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ADDISON, Ala. – After Thursday morning’s parade and a chance to cool off, locals and visitors sat down in the cool shade at Alexander...

Thousands flock to Smith Lake for food, fun, and fireworks

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SMITH LAKE - Despite the heat and humidity, Smith Lake Park once again saw a crowd of thousands throughout its annual Fireworks and Music Festival. The...

Tyson: recent road spills not a health threat

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - As it continues to confront lawsuits and other legal issues related to an early June wastewater spill than contaminated miles of...

Search continues for missing boater on Smith Lake

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SMITH LAKE – On Friday morning, searchers resumed their efforts to locate a missing boater who disappeared on Smith Lake late in the evening...

Colony does not renew NARCOG contract for town librarian, library faces possible temporary closure

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COLONY, Ala. – After a special called meeting last Friday, on Monday the Town Council of Colony delivered to North Central Alabama...

Troop banners keep memories alive in Addison

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ADDISON, Ala. - Reminders of those who have sacrificed for our freedoms are currently on display throughout the Town of Addison. Images of...

New Hope #2 Baptist Church holds first 4th of July community event

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HOLLY POND, Ala. – For the first time, New Hope #2 Baptist Church joined the list of Independence Day community events on Wednesday night. New pastor...

Holly Pond community sending local team to World Series

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HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's 12-and-under baseball team is heading to the Dizzy Dean Baseball World Series in Southaven, Mississippi. The Broncos qualified...

Wallace State students win two SkillsUSA gold medals and six medals overall at national...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College students Jacob Humphrey, Chase Blakey and Benjamin Brownlee each earned gold medals at the 55th annual SkillsUSA National...

Afternoon, evening thunderstorms possible July 4th

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Seasonably warm conditions are expected this Fourth of July, with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms possible, mainly during the afternoon and early...

Cullman courts are going to the dogs!

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Alabama a national leader in use of facility dogs to ease stress in courts; coming to Cullman soon MONTGOMERY - Alabama’s courts are going to...

Ms. Senior Alabama Donna Harris and Ms. Senior Cullman County Phyllis Hain reflect on...

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Ms. Senior Alabama Donna Harris and Ms. Senior Cullman County Phyllis Hain are representing not only our amazing senior community but...

AMBER ALERT: Catalina Rimpsey (2 years) Last seen July 3, 2019 in Anniston, AL

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ANNISTON, Ala. – The State of Alabama has issued a Child Abduction Emergency, Amber Alert. The Calhoun County, AL Sheriff’s Office and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency...

Arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 3, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

Addison set for annual 4th of July celebration

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ADDISON, Ala. – The annual Independence Day celebration in Addison kicks off Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m. Several activities are planned throughout the...

Municipality Closings for July 4th

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The following list shows which Municipality offices will be closed in observance of Independence Day tomorrow.  Baileyton – Closed from July 4...

Branded by Christ Cowboy Church holds Faith, Family, & Fireworks Extravaganza in Good Hope

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – To kick off the week leading up to Independence Day, Branded by Christ Cowboy Church held its first-ever Faith, Family,...

Garden City, local churches celebrate freedom with community fireworks show

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GARDEN CITY, Ala. - On Sunday evening, Garden City got a jump on the Independence Day holiday by holding a community fireworks show...

Victoria’s Hope Thrift and Treasures now open in Cullman

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CULLMAN - On Monday morning, April German, who created Victoria’s Hope (VH) last year as a way to help single parents and families in...

Inaugural Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Ride

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Saturday yielded a good turnout for the first Children’s Miracle Network Benefit Ride at the Southern Wal-Mart located on Olive Street....

Arrests and incidents reported July 2, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 2. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...

Pet of the Week: Help Remmy find his forever home

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay informed us that Peanut, a recent Pet of the Week, has been adopted; and...

Baileyton Council adding new security measures for community

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BAILEYTON, Ala – The Baileyton Town Council considered adding security cameras to the town’s facilities to help reduce theft, vandalism and drug use. Harold Nelson, owner...

🚨Smith Lake Park Traffic Information🚨

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will be responsible for traffic control following the fireworks show at Smith Lake Park...

Arrests and incidents reported July 1, 2019

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Maggie Darnell CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 1. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

2019 Cullman City & County Blood Drive

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Join us for our annual Cullman City & County Blood Drive on Friday, June 7, 2019, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m....

Art Park eyeing amphitheater following Dinner on First

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CULLMAN, Ala. – It was a perfect evening for a pretty party at the fourth annual Dinner of First Friday night in Cullman’s Warehouse...

Exotic pet expo returns to Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Exotic animal vendors from all over the country gathered at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday morning to showcase their animals and animal accessories....

Obituary: Louise Shedd

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Louise Shedd, 86, of Baileyton, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019.  She was born August 18, 1932, to Rufus and Molly Jones Garrett. Louise...

Cullman Community Theatre back with ‘Oklahoma!’; auditions Monday, Tuesday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After success with “The Music Man” last summer, the revived Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) is ready to crank things...

Obituary: Dwain Winston Moody

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Dwain Winston Moody, 87, of Double Springs, entered into rest on May 17, 2019 at Walker Baptist-Brookwood in Walker County, Alabama. Dwain was born on...

FAITH: West Point’s Emma Thrasher talks about her faith, getting baptized and religious influences

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WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point sophomore/upcoming junior cheerleader Emma Thrasher thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life,...

Cullman County Schools holds Military Signing Day

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools on Tuesday, May 5, held its 2026 Military Signing Day at the Cullman County Board of Education office,...

Wallace State finishes runner-up at NJCAA Division II National Championship

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SUMTER, S.C. — Wallace State's women's tennis team concluded its season Wednesday with a runner-up finish at the NJCAA Division II National Championship. The Lady...

Obituary: Reginald “Reggie” Clay

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Reginald "Reggie" Clay, 77, passed away leaving behind a life defined by hard work, dedication, and deep love for family. He was born February...

Obituary: Candace Mae Lovell

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Funeral Service for Candace Mae Lovell, age 81 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Obituary: James Franklin Turner, Jr.

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James Franklin Turner, Jr., 71, passed away on May 3, 2026, at UAB Hospital.  He was born on January 3, 1955, in Kentucky to...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 6, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Make sun protection a habit to help prevent skin cancer 

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable. May is National Skin...

Guided ghost tour through downtown Cullman 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday evening, May 2, visitors gathered at Sipsey Winery for a guided ghost walk that combined local history and hands-on activities along...

COLUMN: Poster board procrastination 

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It was usually about 8:45 on a rainy Sunday night when the drama began.   One of my boys would burst into the den, chest heaving...

All Modes of Severe Weather Possible Today into Thursday

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CLANTON – Wednesday, 6:00 am, May 6, 2026 It now appears that supercells will move into the western portions of the state this afternoon and...

PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope falls 6-5 in area championship matchup with West Morgan

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EAST LAWRENCE, Ala. - After falling to West Morgan to start out this year's Class 4A Area 13 tournament on Monday, Good Hope rolled past...

53rd annual Arley Day Festival set for May 16

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ARLEY, Ala. - The 53rd annual Arley Day Festival is set for Saturday, May 16, at D.H. Hamner Memorial Park. Hosted by the Arley...

Cullman marks Small Business Week with proclamation at city hall

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at...

Welti Elementary classes canceled Wednesday, Thursday after fire in K1 building

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Classes at Welti Elementary School have been canceled for Wednesday, May 6, and Thursday, May 7, following a fire in the...

Severe threat increasing for portions of central Alabama

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CLANTON, Ala. – Tuesday, 2 p.m., May 5, 2026 A cluster of storms will move across far northern Alabama tonight into early Wednesday morning.  A...

Obituary: Doreen Annette Waldrep

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Doreen Annette Waldrep passed on May 1, 2026, at the age of 70. Born April 16, 1956, to Oxford O'Neal and Stella Marie Ray,...

Obituary: James Charles Veach

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James Charles “J.C.” Veach, 89, of Cullman, Alabama, formerly of Corbin, Kentucky, passed away on April 29, 2026. J.C. was born on February 9, 1937,...

Obituary: James Dion Marrs

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James (Jamey) Dion Marrs born September 15, 1966, went to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026. He leaves behind a son Dion Marrs,...

Arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Sasquatch 5K Mud Run this Saturday at Stony Lonesome 

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BREMEN, Ala. - The Sasquatch 5K Mud Run, formerly known as the Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run, will take place this Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park.   Cullman County Parks and...

Kiah Lake awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship  

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Kiah Lake was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Kiah...

Jackson Haynes awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship 

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Jackson Haynes was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Jackson...

Annalee Allen awarded Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship  

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Annalee Allen was awarded the Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery....

PREP SOFTBALL: Hanceville tops Locust Fork 6-1 in area championship game, secures first ever...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted Locust Fork in the Class 3A, Area 12 title game on Monday night. In their prior matchup...

Local angler lands 72-pound catfish, celebrates love of fishing and family

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  What started as a calm day on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for local angler Savannah Woods, who recently...

Arrests and Incidents reported May 4, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: Jimmy Freeman

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Funeral Service for Jimmy R Freeman, age 79 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Lightning’ by Dean Koontz 

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My husband was the first to recommend this book to me. It was spoken highly of to him by his godfather and his copy...

CATA holds inaugural Career Fair  

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its innaugural Career Fair on April 30, inviting students, employers and community members to learn about different career options.   Jeff Johnson, assistant principal and...

Wallace State Future Foundation Scholarship Brunch celebrates more than 350 students  

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation recently hosted its 14th annual Scholarship Celebration Brunch, recognizing the generosity of its donors and celebrating...

TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs’ girls repeat as state champions, local stars shine at...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2026 AHSAA Outdoor Track and Field State Championship meets in Cullman (1A-3A) and Gulf Shores (4A-7A) took place over the...

Harmony students celebrate America 250 

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LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held a program Thursday, April 30, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. Students, faculty, staff, families and community members gathered for an evening of charming performances.   Event organizer Heather Lynn said the program was...

FAWN returns next week for Cullman 6th graders 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Sixth-grade students across Cullman will have the chance to step outside the classroom and interact with nature during the upcoming FAWN program,...

PREP SOCCER: Both Bearcat varsity squads fall just short of the Final Four in...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A row of pickup trucks, all packed with students, lined the east fence of the Cullman Soccer Complex on Saturday night....

COLUMN: Marbella by morning

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I know the song says, “Amarillo by morning, up from San Antone,” but on our tour across the South of Spain, I found myself...

Files from Yesteryear: May 2, 1963

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From the files of May 2, 1963 HANCEVILLE NEWS KATHLEEN MALLORY CIRCLE The Kathleen Mallory Circle met in the home of Mrs. J. J. Dunlap on Monday,...

Obituary: Gregory Julian Swann

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Gregory “Greg” Julian Swann, 71, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on April 30, 2026.  Born on July 29, 1954, in Cullman, Greg was devoted...

‘Lions caring for Lions’: CDC students host food drive for WSCC Lions’ Kitchen 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Cullman County Child Development Center teamed up with Wallace State Community College to organize a food drive for the college’s on-campus pantry,...

Clothed in Cullman: ‘Together, we are changing lives’ 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet hosted its annual Clothed in Cullman event at Cotton Creek Warehouse on Thursday night.   Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said the event was a beautiful...

Good Hope council proclaims Child Abuse Awareness Month, receives $1M in funding for sewer upgrades 

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, April 27, heard from local advocates and state leaders who spoke about child welfare issues and funding for city infrastructure.  Alyson...

PREP SOFTBALL: Butler fans 13, scores two to push Hanceville over Locust Fork in...

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Lady Bulldogs, host of the Class 3A, Area 12 softball tournament, took on Locust Fork after taking down J.B....

Arrests and Incidents reported May 1, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

New partnership to add advanced cardiovascular care at Cullman Regional

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Baptist Health’s Cardiovascular Associates, Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Medical Group have partnered to expand advanced cardiology care in Cullman. Well known...

Tree Commission approves tree purchase, highlights Arbor Day success

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met April 21 at Cullman City Hall. City Arborist Shane Bivins reported business as usual and responded...

Community College Month spotlight: Finding a future in welding at Wallace State 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - When Robert Henry Cook III began searching for the right place to launch his career, Wallace State Community College stood out for one...

Wallace State Nursing hosts Innovations in Simulations workshop 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 100 educators and healthcare professionals gathered at Wallace State Community College last week for the Department of Nursing Education’s annual workshop,...

PREP BASEBALL: Addison collects second round sweep of South Lamar to move on to...

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SOUTH LAMAR, Ala. - After sweeping Hackleburg to start out their 2026 postseason, the Addison Bulldogs made the trip over to South Lamar to...

PREP SOCCER: Saturday night Elite Eight matchups set for both Cullman soccer clubs

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After Cullman's boys took a 1-0 shootout victory over Randolph and the girls defeated Decatur 2-1 last night, the stage is...

Colton Lindsey wins Outstanding Management Student Award at Troy

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TROY, Ala. - Colton Lindsey of Cullman was among the students recognized for outstanding achievements in academics, leadership and service during Troy University's Sorrell...

U.S. 31 improvements at Lacon to detour traffic to I-65 beginning May 4

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An upcoming project to improve U.S. Highway 31 at Lacon in Morgan County will divert traffic to I-65. The $1.9 million project includes safety widening,...

Arrests and Incidents reported April 30, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

‘What does America mean to me?’ 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Elementary and Hanceville Middle School on Wednesday, April 29, hosted a special event commemorating America’s Semiquincentennial – the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration...

The Aspen Institute names Wallace State semifinalist for $1M Aspen Prize 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Aspen Institute on Wednesday, April 29, named Wallace State Community College one of 25 semifinalists for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence....

Pet of the Week: Biscuit-making Coal-Man  

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Coal-Man, an approximately 2-year-old domestic short hair, is The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.  Coal-Man is a gentle, quiet fellow with a soft personality and curious...

Fairview Robotics teams place in MATE ROV Competition  

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Robotics competed for the second consecutive year in the Northern Gulf Coast Regional MATE ROV Competition. The Dauphin Island Sea Lab’s Discovery Hall Programs hosted...

2 Hanceville women sentenced to multiple years in prison in separate cases

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Hanceville women were sentenced Wednesday in Cullman County Circuit Court, including one woman sentenced to 20 years in prison in...

PREP SOFTBALL: Brackets and schedule for this weekend’s area tournament matchups

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CULLMAN, Ala. - With baseball well into the playoffs, softball joins them this weekend, kicking off the postseason with area tournaments. Meek (21-9), Hanceville...

Chaviers, Ellard named Wallace State’s Student, Teacher of the Year

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced Student of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, presented Thursday, April 24, during...

Trett Hardman named Fairview High School principal

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Trett Hardman as the next principal of Fairview High School. A Fairview...

Alabama Strawberry Festival draws estimated 70K

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Rain concerns and an uncertain forecast did little to slow the Alabama Strawberry Festival, as large crowds filled downtown Cullman Friday...

Obituary: Ruth Keese Tuck

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Ruth Keese Tuck, 85, of Cullman passed away April 28, 2026 at her home.  Born at her family home on Indian Creek in the...

Obituary: Mildred Urilla Posey

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Mildred Urilla Posey, 97, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on April 27, 2026. Born September 30, 1928, Mildred’s long life was marked by steady...

Obituary: Jannette Lynn Leverett

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Jannette Lynn (Leverett) Legue, 79, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Huntsville, AL. No services will be held. Born on January 7, 1947,...

Obituary: Terry Dewayne Campbell

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Memorial service for Terry Dewayne Campbell, 61, of Arley will be at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 3rd, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel.  The...

WSCC: More than 150 inducted into National Society of Leadership and Success 

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 150 Wallace State Community College students were inducted into the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) during the 2025–2026 academic...

Pilot Club holds annual fashion show 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman held its annual fashion show and luncheon last week, raising  money for several local organizations.   Pilot Club President Brenda Allison said one of the best...

Arrests and Incidents reported April 29, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Captivate Learning Center gearing up for Summer Experience 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A local alternative education program aims to combine academics with life skills and give families more time together.   Lauren Rainwater, who founded and owns Captivate Learning Center,...

Cullman teams make pulling a tractor look easy 

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CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, April 25 at the Alabama Strawberry Festival, local titans united in a contest of strength, pulling a colossal John Deere tractor in support of The...

PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview’s Zayden Cruce signs scholarship offer to attend Huntingdon College

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - At Fairview High School this morning, Zayden Cruce signed his scholarship offer to play football at Huntingdon College in Montgomery. After...

Arley man dies after Cullman County wreck

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CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified...

State of Education: Students, teachers honored

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple students and educators were honored at the 2026 State of Education Breakfast community breakfast hosted by the Cullman Area Chamber...

Severe Weather Threat Update

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CLANTON – Tuesday, 1:00 pm, April 28, 2026 Storms near and south of I-20 will continue to redevelop this afternoon with very heavy rainfall, a...

Obituary: Sammie Audrey Jones

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Sammie Audrey Jones, age 72, passed away on April 24, 2026. Born on February 7, 1954, in Cullman, Alabama, Sammie lived in Hanceville, Alabama. Sammie...

Obituary: Allyson Helton Yoder

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Funeral service for Mrs. Allyson Helton Yoder of Cullman, is Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 1 p.m. at West Point Baptist Church, with Rev....

Obituary: Roger Dale Holmes

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Roger Dale Holmes, age 74 of Hanceville, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at his residence. He was born, December 23, 1951 to...

Arrests and Incidents reported April 28, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Severe Weather Threat Into Wednesday

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CLANTON – Tuesday, 6:30 am, April 28, 2026 There are two separate threats of severe weather today into early Wednesday.   The first is due to...

Hanceville students to host America’s 250th celebration Wednesday

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville students will mark America’s 250th birthday Wednesday with a community celebration centered on patriotism, student performances and recognition of veterans and active military...

PREP SOCCER: Cullman boys hold off Randolph in penalty kick shootout, win 3-2 to...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After knocking off Ft. Payne at home to start out the Class 6A 2026 state soccer playoffs, the Cullman Bearcats looked...

Fairview High Principal Dr. Brad Stapler leaving at end of school year

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Principal Dr. Brad Stapler will be leaving Fairview at the end of the school year to pursue a...

TRACK & FIELD: Several local stars qualify for State Championships with sectional performances

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Track and field sectionals took place this past weekend across the state, and stars from around Cullman County and beyond earned...

Unsettled Pattern with Periods of Storms this Week

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CLANTON – Monday, 2:30 pm, April 27, 2026 An area of thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will move into the far northern portions of the state...

Obituary: Kenneth Lavon Willoughby

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Kenneth Lavon Willoughby, 61, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on April 25, 2026. Born August 28, 1964, in Alabama, Kenneth was a beloved...

Obituary: Shelby Ann Barker

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Funeral service for Shelby Ann Barker, 65, will be at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 30th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in...

Arrests and Incidents reported April 27, 2026

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

PREP BASEBALL: Addison’s Kiah Lake signs scholarship to play at Bevill State

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ADDISON, Ala. - Addison senior Kiah Lake signed a scholarship with Bevill State in front of a large group of family and friends at...

Obituary: Jerry Marlin Cornelius

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Memorial Service for Mr. Jerry Marlin Cornelius, age 84, of Addison, is Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home,...

Obituary: Mary Anita Fleischamel

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Funeral service for Mary Anita Fleischamel, 78, of Arab will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 29th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...

From drafting tables to global missions: The journey of Shawn Doss

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For Hanceville native Shawn Doss, the path from a college drafting lab to mission fields across the globe was anything but expected — but it...

Unsettled Pattern with Periods of Storms this Week

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CLANTON – Monday, 6:00 am, April 27, 2026 An area of thunderstorms with heavy rainfall will move into the far northern portions of the state...

Remembering Johnny ‘The Flash’ Thornton

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Long before Johnny Thornton became known across Cullman County as “The Flash,” he was a Good Hope Raider with a love...

Former Cullman star accepts invite to Indianapolis Colts Rookie Minicamp

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, former Cullman Bearcats tight end Kaleb Heatherly accepted an invite to participate in...

Free Touch A Truck event returns May 2 with giveaways supporting Community Cupboard 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative will host its annual Touch A Truck event on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Admission is free, and this year’s event will combine family fun with an opportunity...

Op-Ed: Alabama’s outdoors key to our state’s economic growth – Innovate Alabama is a key partner in that growth 

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From the mountains of the Tennessee Valley to the shores of the Gulf Coast, and everything in-between, our state is second to none in...

Heavy Rainfall With Some Possible Severe Weather This Week

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CLANTON – Sunday, 7:00 am, April 26, 2026 As of 630 am, a cluster of thunderstorms in central MS is moving southeastward and may produce...
Cullman's Jonah Inman (right) celebrating with teammates after his game-ending grand slam. (Photo via. Lucas Gray)

PREP BASEBALL: Inman’s grand slam finishes off Southside, Bearcats win 11-0 to move on...

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CULLMAN, Ala. - After a blowout game one win over Southside followed by a stunning loss in game two, Cullman hosted the Panthers for...

COLUMN: ‘This Little Line of Mine’

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I am a writer. I write articles, books and songs. While I have won a few awards for some of my newspaper and magazine...

Files from Yesteryear: April 25, 1940

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From the files of April 25, 1940 Joppa News The order of the day around Joppa this week has been land preparation and planting. Mr. Waylon...
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