PREP BASKETBALL: Addison opens County Tournament with 63-37 win over Lynn
ARLEY, Ala. -- Addison opened the Men's side of the Winston County Tournament Bracket at Meek High School Thursday night with a game against...
Obituary: Franklin Ervin “Frank” Aderholt
Franklin Ervin “Frank” Aderholt, age 74, of Cullman, passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at his home.
He was born August 3, 1947 to Ervin...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope handles Hanceville 75-39, Lady Raiders down Lady Bulldogs 60-27
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders and Lady Raiders made the trip over to Hanceville’s Lane Horton Gymnasium Thursday night for a pair...
Gov. Ivey awards $18 million in grants to improve communities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $18.2 million to provide improvements in more than 50 Alabama towns, cities and counties.
Grants awarded and...
Arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville man arrested on multiple charges on Monday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputies stopped a Hanceville man for a traffic violation on Monday, January 17, which ended with multiple...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy the day with Val!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Val!
According to Ruttkay, Val is...
Local choir Cullman Women Sing make successful return to the stage with performance: ‘Take...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Women Sing Choir performed its first concert in two years on Tuesday evening at the Seventh Street Baptist Church....
Cullman City Schools selects Teachers of the Year for elementary, secondary levels
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has selected its Teachers of the Year at the elementary and secondary levels. April Dean (elementary) and Christopher...
Obituary: Alvin Foster
Funeral services for Alvin Foster will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 22 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Colony Cemetery. Visitation...
Obituary: Timothy Wesley Hallmark
Timothy Wesley Hallmark, better known as Wes to family, Tim to his co-workers and Pop to his grandkids, went home to be with the...
Obituary: Michelle Lynn Patrick
In loving memory of Michelle Lynn Patrick, born to this life on the June 14, 1969, and entered eternal life on January 18, 2022.
We...
Obituary: Ella Marie Sims
A celebration of life service for Ella Marie Sims will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 21 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Arrests and incidents reported January 19, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 19, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope eatery Stash House Distillery offering local investment opportunities
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Patrick “Katdaddy” Watson is giving the Cullman community an exciting opportunity to invest in his business The Stash House, a...
‘Find a way to serve’
COLUMBIA FALLS, ME — Each year, millions of Americans come together to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families and TEACH...
Berlin Town Council seeks federal funding for road projects
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening voted to pursue funding under the American Rescue Act that could pay for the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs picks up senior night wins over Vinemont
BREMEN, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hosted the Eagles of Vinemont at Jesse George Gymnasium Tuesday night and on top of celebrating senior...
Cullman City Schools issues COVID-19 update
Cullman City Schools officials are keeping a close eye on COVID-19 cases in the area. If we determine that classes cannot be covered by substitutes...
Obituary: Pamela Gail Hackney
Pamela Gail Hackney, 63, of Blountsville, Alabama, was welcomed into heaven by her loving Father on January 17, 2022. Pam was born June 9,...
Obituary: Brenda Gayle Wix
Brenda Gayle Wix, 75, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Brenda was born November 22, 1946.
Brenda loved her family, especially...
Obituary: Nancy Carden Maddox
Nancy Carden Maddox, age 71, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022. Nancy was born February 24, 1950 in Cullman, Alabama...
Obituary: Louise Carter White
Louise Carter White, age 90, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Louise was born October 25, 1931 in Morgan County,...
Obituary: Constance Leeth-Vinson
A Celebration of Life service for Constance Leeth-Vinson will be 12:00 P.M. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Fairview Baptist Church in Colony, Alabama. Visitation...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball teams notch conference sweep at Enterprise State; play Snead State, Bishop...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s basketball teams swept Enterprise State on the road Monday night. The women opened with a 72-52 victory, and the...
Arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 18, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Simply Southern television show brings Extension expertise to wider audiences
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—The Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s partnership with Simply Southern TV is expanding. In 2022, viewers can learn ways to transform their landscapes...
All oyster harvest zones to close January 21, 2022
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Pursuant to Section 9-12-28, Code of Alabama 1975 as stated by Rule 220-3-.02, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’...
Rep. Harbison discusses support of constitutional carry bill HB44
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In the new legislative session for the Alabama House of Representatives, many leaders across the state have been divided over a...
NASA’s James Webb Telescope completes deployment of mirrors provided by General Dynamics
CULLMAN, Ala. - The James Webb Space Telescope, NASA’s largest and most powerful space science telescope, launched on a historic mission on Christmas Day. The...
West Point Town Council creates new Park and Rec Plus ball program
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council met Monday evening to discuss the new items needed for the concession stand at the...
Obituary: William James Welsh
William James Welsh, age 98, of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Summerford Nursing Home. He was born August 18, 1923,...
Obituary: John V. Tillman, Jr.
John V. Tillman, Jr. of Cullman, Alabama passed away on January 15, 2022 at the age of 97. Mr. Tillman retired in 1987, after...
Obituary: Wilfred “Colvin” Autrey, III
Colvin Autrey, a beloved husband, son, brother, father and grandfather, passed away January 14, 2022, at the age of 59.
He was preceded in death...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope, Lady Bearcats collect wins at MLK Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Several local squads were in the field competing at this year’ MLK Day Classic at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum early...
Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are at record high in Alabama, immediate measures necessary
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Hospitalizations of children in Alabama due to COVID-19 are at a record high, and immediate measures should be taken to reduce...
Obituary: Lee Dewayne “Wayne” Peppers
Lee Dewayne “Wayne” Peppers, age 74, of Phil Campbell, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022.
He was born on October 4, 1947 in Russellville, Alabama...
Obituary: Ellen Carolyn Lowery
Funeral service for Ellen Carolyn Lowery, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Hopewell Road Church...
Obituary: Douglas Wayne Dooley
Graveside service for Douglas Wayne Dooley, age 79, of Hanceville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, at Cullman City Cemetery with...
Applications open for senior farmers market vouchers
DECATUR, Ala. - Spring is on the horizon, and local farmers markets are preparing to open in a few months. This also means applications are...
52 ODES TO JOY: SMILE-MAKING
ODE TO SMILE-MAKING
When you’re smiling, the muscles it takes are 17.
But, when you’re scowling, it takes 43 and looks so mean.
When you’re smiling,...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1950
From the files of 1930:
The honor roll of seniors at Cullman High School for the first semester includes: Maria Callahan, Charon Denson, Alfred Glaser,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison dominates county matchups against Lynn
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their county rivals the Lynn Bears in what could have been trap games for both teams. Both the men's and...
Obituary: Christian Paul Fraley
Christian Paul Fraley, a precious one year old little boy, is now running wide open through the streets of heaven. Christian left this earthly...
Obituary: Tony Lee Brown
Tony Lee Brown, 52, of the Helican Community, passed away January 14, 2022 at his residence.
He was born in Haleyville, Alabama on September 18,...
Meek High School cheer team competes in 2022 Winston County All County Cheerleaders
ARLEY, Ala. - Meek High School hosted the 2022 Winston County Cheerleading Championship January 9 in the high school gymnasium. The schools participating were...
Hanceville City Council discusses damages at Veterans Park
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At Hanceville City Council’s meeting Thursday evening, the council appointed Leigh Ann Courington, professor at Wallace State, to place three on...
Performing Arts scholarship auditions scheduled at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Performing Arts programs will hold scholarship auditions for the 2022-2023 academic year on Feb. 11 and March...
PREP BASKETBALL: Wheeler’s late free throws lift Warriors over Tigers 66-64, Lady Warriors handle...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors were back home at Jim Boyd Gymnasium for a pair of huge area...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 2 Good Hope downs Oneonta 53-39 to clinch top area seed,...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Both of the Good Hope varsity squads were on their home court at D.E. Ryan Gymnasium Friday night, and both...
Obituary: Delton Lynn Vaughn
Delton Lynn Vaughn, age 79, of Addison, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born July...
Obituary: Hilda Jeanette Wakefield
Hilda Jeanette Wakefield, age 75, of Double Springs, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at her residence.
Jeanette was born on February 5, 1946...
Obituary: Sadie Kuikendall Kibodeaux
Sadie Kuikendall Kibodeaux, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Sadie was born September 11, 1929.
Sadie is survived by...
Obituary: Danny Lee Stallings
Danny Lee Stallings, age 70, of Addison, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. Danny was born on September 6, 1951 in Cullman,...
Obituary: Alice Tawana June Canada
Funeral service for Alice Tawana June Canada, age 67, of Hanceville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Elton Hale, Sr.
Funeral service for Elton Hale, Sr., 91, of Cullman will be at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 17, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
South Vinemont trailer park dumpster overflow causing litter problem for surrounding homes
VINEMONT, Ala. - South Vinemont has been experiencing a litter problem around the Vinemont Estates mobile home community for months. The dumpsters at the...
Cullman County Schools hires director of Special Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Education, at its January 13 board meeting, approved the employment of Lana Tew to be the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison topples No. 4 Winston County 54-48, Bulldogs down Yellow Jackets 33-30...
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – Addison traveled to take on their arch-rival county foes, the Winston County Yellow Jackets Thursday night and came away with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Lady Broncos split home matchups with Locust Fork
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos and Lady Broncos hit the court at Felton Easterwood Gymnasium Thursday night to host a pair...
Obituary: Maddelle Ashwander
A graveside service for Maddelle Ashwander of Hanceville, Alabama will be 3:30 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will...
Obituary: Madeline Nicole Schuler
Funeral service for Madeline Nicole Schuler, 22, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Steve Rodgers...
Arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SPORTS: Cullman’s Stancil, Barksdale sign with Snead, Wallace State
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall was packed with friends, family, teammates, and coaches Thursday afternoon to celebrate a pair of Bearcats...
Cullman Middle School hosting Miss Pioneer Pageant Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Middle School Miss Pioneer Pageant will be held tomorrow, January 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the Cullman High School...
Cullman’s Cyber Central Robotics team wins first place at VEX Robotics Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College held VEX IQ Lion’s Pride Robotics Tournament Saturday, Jan. 8. The tournament, administered by the Wallace State...
CORONAVIRUS-19 (COVID-19) FLASH released Jan. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Jan. 12, Cullman Regional Medical Center released the following COVID update:
Cullman County is in the High-Risk category for overall level...
Baileyton Town Council approves community rentals of the senior center
BAILEYTON, Ala. –It was brought to the attention of the Baileyton Town Council Monday evening that the playground equipment for the park which was...
Remembering Mayor Tawana Canada
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Town of Dodge City lost a pillar of the community Tuesday with the passing of Alice Tawana Canada, serving...
Obituary: Robert Alan Whitehead
Robert Alan Whitehead, age 49, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. Robert was born January 1, 1973 in Huntsville, Alabama...
PREP BASKETBALL: Brackets set for 2022 Cullman County Tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – We’re a couple weeks into the new year and that means it’s almost time to tip off this year’s Cullman County...
Arrests and incidents reported January 12, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 12, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
COVID-19 boosters now authorized for ages 12-15, dosing interval lowered, additional primary dose recommended...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has notified Alabama healthcare providers that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
Tesha Brewer State Farm Insurance accepting donations for ‘Coats & Can-uary’
CULLMAN, Ala. - To celebrate State Farm's 100th anniversary in June, State Farm Insurance Agent Tesha Brewer has been performing acts of service to...
2022 Annual Polar Bear Plunge draws first-time divers at The Cullman Wellness and Aquatic...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center held its annual Polar Bear Plunge Saturday morning, Jan. 8. The event allows anyone willing...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits tight area battles against Falkville
ADDISON, Ala. – After collecting a pair of road wins over Lynn Saturday, the Addison Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs returned home Tuesday night for...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman bounces back with area wins over Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bearcats and Lady Bearcats returned home Tuesday night after their trip to Hartselle over the weekend and bounced back with...
Obituary: Steven Ray Parker
Steven Ray Parker, 38, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 at his residence. He was born Thursday, February 24, 1983 in...
Obituary: Lenise Marie Dye
Lenise Marie Dye, age 77, of Haleyville, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022, at her residence.
Mrs. Dye was born on January 5, 1945 in...
Obituary: A. V. Bailey
A graveside service for A. V. Bailey, 82, of Cullman, will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 13, 2022, at Etha Baptist Cemetery. Brother Randy Phillips...
Obituary: Rita Sue Sutherland
Rita Sue Sutherland, 63, of Addison, entered into rest on Monday, January 10, 2022 at her home.
Rita was born on May 6, 1958 in...
Arrests and incidents reported January 11, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 11, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Making right choices’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is in the midst of a two-week rollout of inclusiveness, communication and anti-bullying training for staff and students...
Chamber of Commerce holding Community Luncheon to discuss public safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber of Commerce will be holding the first Community Luncheon of the year on January 21, 2022 presented by...
Weekend proves a busy one for Cullman County Sheriff’s Office with multiple arrests
CULLMAN, Ala. - Multiple unrelated arrests from Thursday-Sunday kept the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office busy.
At approximately midnight on Thursday, January 6, CCSO Deputies conducted...
Cullman City Council recognizes law enforcement on behalf of Coach Page at Monday meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - At Cullman City Council’s Monday meeting, Councilman John Cook recognized the members of law enforcement, saying, “I do have one brief...
New date, location announced for Relay For Life of Cullman County; kick-off meeting Jan....
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Relay For Life of Cullman County announces the 2022 event will be held on a new date and location from previous...
Obituary: Eugene Tunney Fell
Eugene Tunney Fell, age 92, of Crane Hill, Alabama passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022. Eugene was born December 18, 1929 in Crane...
Obituary: Kathryn Louise Howse
Kathryn Louise Howse, 91, of Addison, passed away January 9, 2022 at Folsom Center in Cullman, Alabama.
Louise was born October 18, 1930 in Cullman,...
Obituary: John Charles Norman
Funeral service for John Charles Norman, age 81, of Vinemont, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: John William Snyder
John William Snyder, 86, of Arley, entered into rest on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at his home.
John was born on December 3, 1935 in...
Obituary: Charlotte Faye Bishop
The funeral Service for Charlotte Faye Bishop, 78, of Hanceville, will be 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. ...
Cullman mayor proclaims January 11, 2022, ‘Human Trafficking Awareness Day’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed January 11, 2022, “Human Trafficking Awareness Day” in the City of Cullman Monday, Jan. 10....
Arrests and incidents reported January 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Daniel Delane Foshee
Daniel Delane Foshee, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022. Daniel was born March 16, 1943 in Cullman, Alabama.
Daniel...
Obituary: Theresa Bernadette Tremblay
A funeral mass for Theresa Bernadette Tremblay, of Hanceville, will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 12 at Christ the King Monastery. The...
‘Great man, great heart, great friend.’
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department (JCFD) announced the retirement of Chief Micah Netherton after 30 years of service to the...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1900
Mrs. Annie Mackentepe and son, after an extended trip to Cincinnati and other northern points, have returned home.
Nine cheeses, about $40 worth, were stolen...
APLICATIONS
Files from Yesteryear: 1955
From the Files of 1955:
DeLane Hulsey, Cullman High’s star baseball pitcher, signed with the Saint Louis Cardinals on Monday afternoon. He signed the one...
