DRG crews begin inspections across Cullman Power Board system
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Power Board customers may see crews from Davey Resource Group (DRG) in neighborhoods over the next several weeks as part...
‘One of the most rewarding experiences’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted over 1,700 kids at the special needs rodeo at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center...
CHS senior Madison Johnson receives full scholarship to Denison University
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School senior Madison Johnson was recently admitted to Denison University in Granville, Ohio, with a full, four-year QuestBridge National...
Local farmers honored at 104th annual meeting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - After a banner year fraught with battles on Capitol Hill and in weather-worn fields, Alabama farmers celebrated resiliency, resolve and their...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont sweeps Hanceville at home
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Eagles hosted the Hanceville Bulldogs in a county matchup on Friday night, and Vinemont came away with a 2-0...
Woodall, Butts named CCBOE/AmFirst November Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced that Derrick Woodall and Karen Butts were named November Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month:...
Extension specialist outlines buying safe, appropriate toys and gifts this holiday season
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The holiday shopping season is here, bringing with it the hustle and bustle of searching for the perfect gift. When...
PREP BASKETBALL: West Point wins both matchups over Addison
ADDISON, Ala. - 1A Addison hosted a double header against 5A West Point on Friday night and came out with two losses. The Addison's girls'...
EMA: Be prepared for this weekend’s cold weather
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) said residents should be prepared for dangerously cold weather this weekend. EMA Director Tim...
City of Good Hope thanks Nexan Building Products for longtime Christmas sponsorship
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The City of Good Hope shared the following message, thanking Nexan Building Products for its longtime sponsorship of the Christmas...
Obituary: Sara Elizabeth Wilson
Sara Elizabeth Wilson, born on September 16, 1998, in Cullman, Alabama, passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 27. A resident...
Obituary: Justin Bailey Hall
Funeral services for Justin Bailey Hall, 22, of Hayden will be 1 p.m. Sunday December 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 12, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace St. Lady Lions still “nowhere near our ceiling” despite 79-41 win over Motlow
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Wallace State Lady Lions, ranked 13th in the NJCAA, continued their hot start to the season with a 79-41 thrashing of...
Obituary: Steven Dean Ozment
Steven Dean Ozment, age 63, passed away on December 9, 2025, at Hospice House in Birmingham, Alabama.
Born on September 9, 1962, in Stillwater, Oklahoma,...
Obituary: Francis Geraldine Snow
Francis Geraldine Snow age 82 of Cullman, Alabama passed away December 10, 2025. She was born September 7, 1943, in Cullman, Alabama.
Francis loved baking....
Obituary: Hollena Faye Rosen
Holly was born to Hollis W Byrd and Nellie Faye Miller on Nov 24, 1961, in Cullman, Al. She flew to heaven on Dec...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison boys and girls pick up wins over Sumiton Christian
Addison hosted the Sumiton Christian Eagles in a boys/girl's matchup and the home folks came away happy with two wins. The girls opened up...
Op-Ed: APA Journalism Foundation responds to UA suspending publications
The Alabama Press Association Journalism Foundation is stunned by the recent decision by the University of Alabama to suspend the publication of two student...
Lydia Haynes elected to State Equine Committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, Alabama farmers gathered in the Capital City Dec. 7-8 to fine-tune commodity-specific...
Obituary: Doris Utah White
Funeral Service for Doris Utah White, age 97 of Falkville, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vinemont Town Council addresses municipal funds and surplus equipment
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, addressing financial updates and municipal equipment during...
Judge Greg Nicholas retiring
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Greg Nicholas is retiring after serving 20 years in the Alabama court system. In the 32nd...
Pet of the Week: Sherwood and his soulful ‘Aroo!’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sherwood is a Siberian Husky mix who is about 5 years old, with a steady medium energy that makes him a...
Outback opens in north Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. -The ribbon was cut on the brand-new Outback Steakhouse in north Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of...
CCSO hosts sponsor dinner ahead of this weekend’s rodeo
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday night at Cotton Creek Warehouse, ahead of this...
Falkville hosts 27th annual Christmas in the Park
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville hosted its 27th annual Christmas in the Park event on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at Jack McCaig...
Hayden man killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. Alabama State Troopers...
Obituary: John Wayman Plunkett
John Wayman Plunkett, 55, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on December 9, 2025. Mr. Plunkett was born in Hollywood, Florida, on February 10, 1970,...
Obituary: Elizabeth Michelle Ezell
Funeral services for Elizabeth Michelle Ezell, 31, of Hanceville will be 12 p.m. Thursday, December 11th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Tracey Lynn Stewart
Funeral services for Tracey Lynn Stewart, 53, of Cullman will be 1 p.m. Friday, December 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Zelda Ann “Hidee” Turner
Funeral Service for Zelda Ann "Hidee" Turner, age 76 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Raymond Turner
Raymond Lynn Turner, age 68 of Vinemont, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was born August 5, 1957, to David Turner and...
Obituary: Bobby Black
Funeral service for Bobby Black, age 76 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Bailey Faith White
Funeral service for Bailey Faith White, 22, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Saturday, December 13th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
ALL-SEC: Auburn’s Atkins leads quartet of all-conference Tigers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins earned First Team All-SEC honors while the league’s coaches voted defensive linemen Keldric Faulk and Keyron Crawford and running back Jeremiah Cobb to the Third Team, the...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders, Eagles notch county victories
BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Good Hope Raiders in a pair of varsity matchups on Tuesday night, and each school came away...
Holiday safety at home: Protecting your family, tree and traditions
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Christmas quickly approaches, local officials are reminding families to slow down long enough to make sure the season’s decorations, lights...
Fun holiday beverage trail
Several coffee shops around Cullman have rolled out their holiday drink and treat menus and there’s plenty to choose from. From cozy classics like...
What’s on your Christmas reading list?
Christmas is a blink away! It’s time to grab a cup of hot cocoa and savor the holiday magic with a great book.
Want a...
Budget-friendly holiday meal options
The Christmas season is busy for everyone. Lighten the load this year by whipping up a budget-friendly holiday meal.
Taco Soup
Ingredients and prices from Walmart:
2.25...
City of Cullman recognizes Steve Cummings for service
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs recently recognized Steve Cummings for his years of service on the City of Cullman Planning Commission.
Cummings served...
Santa and Mrs. Claus stop by Karma’s Coffee House
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma’s Coffee House hosted a heartwarming holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming families to spend the afternoon listening to stories,...
Good Hope City Council talks Leonard Road, Love’s, Christmas activities
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, Dec. 8, revisited earlier agreements regarding a subdivision off Leonard Road.
The council noted...
Obituary: Averleigh Grace Ballanger
We were honored to enjoy Averleigh Grace Ballanger for seven days in our arms. Then, having reached perfection, she was recalled to heaven to...
Bremen woman charged with trafficking fentanyl
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen woman as been charged with trafficking fentanyl. The Cullman Police Department said Kayla N. Graham, 32, was arrested Friday,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
BOWL SEASON: A guide to postseason college football in Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala.- For teams like UAB and Auburn, it's time to look ahead to new eras, but the season's not over yet for a...
Obituary: Ronald Gene Speegle
Ronald Gene Speegle, age 83 of Falkville, Alabama, passed away December 7, 2025. He was born July 7, 1942, in Cullman, Alabama.
Ronald is preceded...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman frontcourt fuels 63-48 win over Thompson
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Bearcats got back in the win column on Monday night, defeating Thompson 63-48 behind a strong performance from their frontcourt....
Hanceville Robotics Team takes top county honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville High School Robotics Team competed in Cullman County High School Robotics Competition late last month, receiving the Excellence Award....
‘Simple joy of being outdoors’: East Elementary Garden Club hosts Christmas celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. – Community members gathered at East Elementary Friday evening, Dec. 5, for a warm and festive Christmas celebration hosted by the school's...
CHS Theatre wins Best in Show at State Trumbauer for 2nd straight year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre has done it again, earning Best in Show at the State Walter Trumbauer High School Theatre Festival...
Cullman council to update waste and zoning ordinances, approves loan for airport improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Dec. 8, took on multiple tasks including property annexations, money for airport improvements, updating...
AMRV celebrates grand opening of Jack’s in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Alabama Mountains Rivers Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) Council gathered with local leaders, state officials and community members recently...
Cullman Regional NICU welcomes 1st set of triplets
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced the delivery of its first set of triplets since opening a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in...
Obituary: Barth Wayne Hale
A graveside service for Barth Wayne Hale, 64, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m., Wednesday December 10th, at Hopewell Cemetery. Bro. Junior Wolfe will...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 8, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: James Clifton Thomas
James Clifton Thomas, of Eva, Alabama, passed away on November 27th, 2025, at the age of 85. Mr. Thomas was born November 1st, 1940,...
Obituary: William Carl Langlois
William Carl Langlois, age 84 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at North Alabama Medical Center. He was born in Ishpeming,...
Waterloo woman killed in Hwy. 157 crash; baby transported to hospital
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Waterloo woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, on Alabama...
Fit Society: Pilates and more
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local teacher Christina Watson opened Fit Society in October. Watson, a biology teacher at Hanceville High School, has spent several years...
Obituary: Karen Cassandra Rogers
Karen Cassandra Rogers, born on May 4, 1963, passed away on December 4, 2025, at the age of 62. She was a resident of...
COLUMN: ’Twas the day after Thanksgiving
‘Twas the day after Thanksgiving, when all through the store – shoppers came early, for bargains galore – Some arrived early, to wait in...
Files from Yesteryear: Dec. 6, 1951
From the files of Dec. 6, 1951
North Vinemont News
Mr. and Mrs. Adell Maner and Barbara and Mrs. Perry Maner enjoyed dinner Sunday with Mr....
PREP SPORTS: West Point track and field participates in the Magic City Invitational
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Cullman's West Point High School Track and Field team traveled to participate in the annual Magic City Invitational this weekend. The indoor...
Honoring our loved ones – 9th annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony set for Dec....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Moss Service Funeral Home will host its ninth annual Tree of Remembrance ceremony on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m. in...
Hanceville library hosting multiple events
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has a host of community events scheduled in December, January and into February.
Library Manager...
2026 Festival of the Cranes coming Jan. 9-11
DECATUR, Ala. – Over 14,000 Sandhill Cranes, along with several pairs of Whooping Cranes, spend the winter each year at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge...
Obituary: Toni Sue Buzbee
Toni Sue Buzbee age 79 of Bremen, Alabama passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on December 4, 2025. She was born July 27, 1946, in Elgin,...
Obituary: Lila Mae Freeman
Lila Mae Freeman, aged 87, passed away on December 5, 2025. She was a resident of Cullman, Alabama.
She is survived by her daughter, Charlene...
Obituary: Ruth Keevan
Ruth Keevan, a cherished resident of Cullman, Alabama, departed this life on December 3, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on May 7, 1937, Ruth...
Obituary: Glenda Sue Boyd-Vansant
Funeral services for Glenda Sue Boyd-Vansant, 89, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Sunday December 7th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at...
Obituary: Barbara Lazella Persall
Barbara Lazella Tilley was born to Maedel Crider Hale Tilley and Thomas Corby Tilley on January 28, 1930, and she went home to glory on December 5, 2025.
Barbara...
PREP SPORTS SCOREBOARD: Dec. 1-6
Monday, Dec. 1
Prep Basketball
Priceville 45 - Good Hope 41 (VG)
Fairview 54 - Cold Springs 48 (VG)
Cullman 66 - Cordova 18 (VG)
Cold Springs 65 -...
Local officers complete SWAT training
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department officers and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies recently completed SWAT Level 3 Hostage Rescue training. Cullman Police Chief Joey...
‘Together, we make a difference’: Brandin’ Iron reflects on another successful veterans dinner
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has been hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner honoring local veterans for a decade....
Warming stations: What you need to know
CULLMAN, Ala. – Across the county during winter months, warming stations are available for community members.
In the city, the designated warming shelter is the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors, Eagles collect county wins
BREMEN, Ala. - The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors made the trip to Bremen to take on the Cold Springs Eagles on Friday night, and...
ALEA reports 7 traffic fatalities during Thanksgiving 2025 enforcement period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has wrapped up its seven-day Thanksgiving 2025 holiday enforcement period, from Tuesday, Nov. 25, through...
(Updated) Cullman woman charged with financial exploitation of an elderly person
Updated with mugshot Dec. 5, 2025, at 5:19 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local woman has been indicted on charges of first-degree financial exploitation of...
Obituary: Yvonne Anderson Sterling
Funeral Service for Yvonne Anderson Sterling, will be at 12 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Steve...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Kicking his goals one at a time
UWA business student balances the classroom and the gridiron
Whether he’s flying around a motocross track or drilling field goals for the University of West...
Mortensen named UAB head football coach
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – UAB Director of Athletics Mark Ingram has named Alex Mortensen the eighth head coach in UAB Football history. Mortensen has served as the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison defeats Cullman Christian 68-36
ADDISON, Ala.- The Addison Bulldogs, with less than a week of practice since the end of their football season, hosted the Cullman Christian Lions...
Cullman City Schools honored with Alabama School Counseling Program of Distinction Awards
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has seen its guidance counseling programs honored among the best in the state this past year, with several...
Eve Brantley named director of Alabama Cooperative Extension System
AUBURN, Ala. - Auburn University has named Eve Brantley as the 1862 Extension director for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, effective Jan. 1, 2026,...
Wallace State celebrates industry partners, student success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development celebrated its successes by showing appreciation to the people who have...
Ivey announces CHOOSE Act family applications for 2026-2027 school year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced The CHOOSE Act (Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education Act of 2024) family...
Obituary: Howard James Charles Anderson
Howard James Charles Anderson was born on October 12, 1932, in Cullman County, Alabama, and passed away on November 28, 2025, at the age...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville man killed in crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3. Alabama State Troopers...
Vinemont man facing child pornography charges
VINEMONT, Ala. – A Vinemont man is facing multiple child pornography charges. Omar Blas Hernandez, 32, was arrested Dec. 2, by Cullman County Sheriff’s...
CCSO hosting rodeo sponsor dinner Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual rodeo sponsor dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 9, beginning at 6 p.m. at...
Pet of the Week: Gina, a gentle soul searching for her person
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sweet, soft-hearted Gina is a shepherd and hound mix who is about 2 years old. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of...
Town of South Vinemont 4th annual Christmas in the Park Dec. 7
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of South Vinemont will host its fourth annual Christmas in the Park on Sunday, Dec. 7, welcoming the community...
Cullman Senior Center in need of volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Senior Center is searching for local volunteers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in Cullman. Cullman County Commission on Aging...
APLICATIONS
Arrests and incidents reported April 5, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 5, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
