FAITH: ‘God is in control’: Good Hope’s Cammi Graves reflects on how her faith...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Cammi Graves feels so blessed to have God in her life, and He has helped her overcome...
Severe weather possible through at least Monday
Scattered to numerous thunderstorms will develop across much of state this afternoon with the highest concentration over the northern half of Alabama. A few...
Cullman County Schools announces Jennings, Strane as new principals
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Jyme Jennings as the next principal of Good Hope High School and...
Caldwell announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tyler Caldwell recently announced his candidacy for Place 1 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Caldwell’s announcement, unedited and...
Obituary: Nolan “Topper” Wayne Lynn
Nolan" Topper" Wayne Lynn, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. He was born in Cullman on April 9,...
Obituary: Dorothy Louise Scott
Dorothy Louise Scott, 98, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on June 4, 2025.
Friends are invited to join the Scott family for a time...
Obituary: Richard E. Hart, Sr.
Funeral Service for Richard Eddie Hart, Sr., age 77 of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Stacey Paul
Memorial Service for Stacey Jeanne Paul, age 62 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Active pattern Friday into next week
Concerning Friday, it is still unclear whether scattered thunderstorms will develop across Alabama or a Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) with clusters or line of...
PREP SPORTS: ‘At Vinemont, we are all one family’: Vinemont’s Aubrey Sandlin reflects on...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior Aubrey Sandlin collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports memories...
West Point scholars heading to quizbowl championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School will compete in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8,...
Cullman City Schools: 2024-2025 year in review
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the 2024-2025 school year comes to a close, the Cullman City Board of Education is looking back at a year...
Cullman Swim Team wins 1st home meet over Jacksonville Swim Team
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team hosted its first home meet of the season Tuesday night and collected a win against the Jacksonville...
Taylor, Gay named May CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above...
Obituary: Sonia Santos Salerni
Funeral Mass for Sonia Santos Salerni, 77, of Hanceville will be 10 a.m. Friday June 6th at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. Burial...
Obituary: Steve Cupit
Memorial services for Steve Cupit, 79, of Logan are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘Trust God through it all’: Fairview’s Elleigh Henry discusses her faith
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- God has played a major role in Fairview senior Elleigh Henry's life and in this interview, she talked about her journey...
Caring for aging relatives
For individuals age 50 or older living in the United States, chances are one or both of their parents are still living. It’s not...
FAITH: ‘I deeply hope I’ve inspired other young people to get closer with the...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' senior Addison Raymond feels blessed to have a relationship with God and in this interview, she talked about how...
Severe weather threat Friday into weekend
A very active pattern will occur into early next week.
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will develop mainly across both the southern half of...
FAITH: ‘God is always listening’: Vinemont’s Reagan Robinson talks about her relationship with God
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont's Reagan Robinson will be a senior this upcoming school year and in this interview, she talked about how much God...
Obituary: Marlin Ray Hawkins
Funeral services for Marlin Ray Hawkins, 86, of Vinemont will be 12 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The graveside...
Obituary: John Roland McGraw
Funeral services for John Roland McGraw, 81, of Falkville will be 2 p.m. Thursday June 5th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Good Samaritan announces construction project out for bids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic Executive Director Jolanda Hutson on June 2, 2025, announced that the clinic’s new facility project is officially...
Obituary: Wanda Faye Smith
"Gramma Wanda"September 5, 1939 – June 1, 2025
Wanda Faye Maddox Smith, lovingly known as Gramma Wanda, age 85, of Center Hill, Alabama, passed away...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman City Schools working to double number of pre-school students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Learning can never start too soon, according to Cullman City Schools, which said it is actively working to grow its pre-kindergarten...
Rainer: Rosen’s cobia dish takes Alabama Seafood Cook-Off crown
In its first year under the Sweet Grown Alabama banner, the Alabama Seafood Cook-Off recently continued its legacy of highlighting Alabama-grown products, especially Alabama...
Active pattern returns Wednesday through the weekend
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms return to the forecast across the southern half of the state Wednesday and statewide Friday through at least...
Cullman City Council shows support for local arts, officials and police
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday showed its support for local arts by donating to the Cullman High School Theatre program,...
FAITH: Renovation Church welcomes new Senior Pastor Ryan Wilburn
VINEMONT, Ala. - Renovation Church said it is excited to announce Ryan Wilburn as its new senior pastor.
“Pastor Ryan, along with his fiancée Brittany...
LIST: The ultimate Cullman VBS summer roadmap
CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a place for your kids to participate in a local Vacation Bible School this summer? Look no further! The...
Obituary: Stacy A. Thomas
Mr. Stacy A. Thomas died peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the age of 85.
Stacy is survived by his wife, Emma, his son,...
Obituary: James Austin Wesson
James Austin Wesson, Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. James was born in Dora, AL on December 16th, 1939. He passed away on February...
Obituary: Barbara Joan James
Barbara Joan James, 65, of Cullman passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born February 24, 1960.
She was preceded in death...
FAITH: ‘Spread God’s word’: Holly Pond’s Ava Claire discusses how God has changed her...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Ava Claire will be a senior in August, and on May 25, Ava gave her life to Jesus...
Obituary: Betty Guthery Shikle
Funeral service for Betty Guthery Shikle, 84, of Cullman will be at 12 p.m., Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Mt. Vernon Congregational Methodist Church,...
Obituary: William Ronald Parker
William Ronald Parker, age 75, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025.
A devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, William served...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
(Updated) 1 dead, 1 detained in stabbing in Colony
Updated June 1, 2025, at 10 p.m. (corrected)
COLONY, Ala. - One person has died and another has been detained in a stabbing incident in...
COLUMN: What’s under your bed?
Jennifer Garner must have asked me a thousand times, “What’s in your wallet?” The answer is always the same, “Nothing, absolutely nothing!” I keep...
(Update) DA says Colony stabbing was ‘justifiable homicide’ under Stand Your Ground law
Updated June 2, at 1:50 p.m.
COLONY, Ala. – A local man died as a result of a stabbing in the Colony community on Sunday,...
‘Everyone just made it feel like home’: Good Hope’s Luke Shelton looks back on...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope senior Luke Shelton recently collected his high school diploma and in this interview, he shared some of his...
Education notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Listed are educational achievements submitted by colleges and universities for area students.
Berry College Class of 2025
ROME, Ga. - Berry College welcomed...
Cullman Regional: Hospital achieves zero CLABSI infection rate
CULLMAN, Ala. - In its most recent update, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) dataset revealed that Cullman Regional...
Vinemont Golf Team to host 3rd annual golf tournament June 9 at Terri Pines
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont High School Golf Team will host its third annual golf tournament fundraiser on Monday, June 9, at Terri Pines...
Files from Yesteryear: May 31,1956
From the files of May 31, 1956
--Back -- a -- Bit---From the Tribune Files of 1906 & 1936
50 YEARS AGO
Prof. Homer F. Morris will...
Obituary: Rusty Lynn Perkins
Rusty Lynn Perkins, 47, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on May 13, 2025. Born on January 12, 1978, Rusty lived a life rooted in...
Obituary: Betty Jo McDonald
Betty Jo McDonald, age 59 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 29, 2025. She was born September 6, 1965, in Cullman county, Alabama.
Betty wouldn’t...
Obituary: Edith Marie “Deedie” Marcum
Funeral Service for Edith Marie "Deedie" Marcum, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Cullman Heritage...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Everyone truly cares for one another’: Fairview’s Ralie Gaines reflects on Aggie...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview senior Ralie Gaines walked across the stage at Wallace State and picked up her diploma recently and in this interview,...
Tractor Supply opens in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tractor Supply Companyin Hanceville is celebrating its grand opening now through June 1. The company said there will be deals, daily...
ABC Board: New state regulations for vape products set to take effect June 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Effective June 1, Act 2025-403 passed by the Alabama Legislature and sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond, D-Mobile, designates two specific retail...
Mike Dean named Cullman City Schools athletic director
Updated May 31, 2025, at 11:26 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has announced the appointment of Coach Mike Dean as its new athletic...
Pet of the Week: Hey Joe!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Joe, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. He’s an approximately 4-month-old chocolate lab mix who is ready for your...
Archers raise nearly $5K at 14th annual Bow-Up Against Breast Cancer tournament
CULLMAN, Ala. – Over 100 archers from across the region gathered May 24-25 at the Cullman Community Archery Park for the 14th annual Bow-Up...
Hanceville man arrested for child sex crimes, human trafficking in Blount County
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was arrested on May 29, in Blount County, for multiple alleged sexual offenses during an operation conducted...
Obituary: Ottis Harold Dean Pitts
A memorial service for Ottis Harold Dean Pitts, 79, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday June 3rd at Hopewell Cemetery.
Mr. Pitts was born...
Obituary: Lynelle Braswell
Lynelle Braswell age 83 of Cullman, died Thursday May 29, 2025
She was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Braswell; infant son, Rodney...
Obituary: Judy Dianne Echols
Judy Dianne Echols, age 70 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 28, 2025. She was born April 3, 1955, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Judy was a...
Obituary: Ann Juanita Crist
Ann Juanita Crist, age 78, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Throughout her life, Ann exemplified devotion- to her family, work,...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Moulton man sentenced to 300 years in prison for crimes against children
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Lawrence County man has been sentenced for committing multiple child sexual exploitation crimes, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.
U.S. District...
Wallace State releases spring 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 685 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Spring...
Jacobs proclaims May 31 ‘Relay For Life Day’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Saturday, May 31, 2025, “Relay For Life Day” in the city of Cullman. On-hand...
Jana Shelton announces candidacy for Hanceville City Council
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Jana Shelton has announced her candidacy for Hanceville City Council, Place 1.
Below is Shelton’s announcement.
I am excited to announce my candidacy...
Obituary: Mary Catherine Hudson
Mary C. Fairbrother Hudson, age 89, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
She is survived by her husband Maxie Hudson, her...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘I always made an effort to pour into others’: Holly Pond’s Megan Fry talks...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Megan Fry graduated earlier this month and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories...
Record number complete Wallace State Adult Education, Workforce programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated the accomplishments of hundreds of students who over the last year have earned more than 2,000...
PREP CHEER: ‘I want to be remembered as the kind of person that never...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Christian's Destiny Siegel collected her diploma recently and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite memories from her...
Vinemont council moves forward on water bottle refill station at South Vinemont Trail
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council convened its monthly meeting on May 27 with all council members in attendance. Key highlights of the...
Local, state law enforcement: Memorial Day Weekend sees decreased activity
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency reported decreased Memorial Day Weekend activity.
Cullman Police Assistant...
Republican Jared Hudson launches U.S. Senate campaign
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Republican Jared Hudson on May 28, announced his candidacy for the United States Senate for the 2026 election. The seat is...
Obituary: Mary Jane Schaffer
Mary Jane Schaffer, age 84, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
A visitation for Mary Jane will be held Thursday, May...
Obituary: Jane Carolyn Rice
Jane C. Rice age 86 of Cullman, Alabama passed away May 25, 2025. Jane was born May 11, 1939, in Blount County, Alabama.
Jane is...
Obituary: April Dawn Steele
April Dawn Steele passed away on May 27, 2025, at the age of 47. April was born in Decatur, Alabama, on February 2, 1978,...
Obituary: Daniel Derrick Culwell
Funeral services for Daniel Derrick Culwell, 75, of Blountsville will be 1 p.m. Thursday May 29th at Trinity Lutheran Church. Burial will follow the...
Obituary: James Hershel Morgan, Sr.
James Hershel Morgan Sr. passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, in Hanceville, Alabama, at the age of 81.
James was born on June 19,...
Obituary: Jeffrey Austin Dean
Visitation for Jeffrey Austin Dean, age 56 of Birmingham, will be from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Cullman...
Why your family medical history matters: 5 things you should know
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - When you go to the doctor, the first thing you’re asked is, “Do you have a family history of X?” Do...
COLUMN: I can see clearly now
At my age, the time has come. One of the last parts of my body that was still working properly finally needs help, and...
Good Hope Council vacates portion of Williams Drive, awards bid for multi-use community center
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second May meeting at Good Hope City Hall Tuesday night and they kicked things...
Dr. Jenny Folsom announces Cullman City Council re-election bid
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman City Council President Dr. Jenny Folsom has announced her re-election bid. Folsom began her fourth term on Nov. 2, 2020....
CCSO Deputy Patrick Bishop kicks off Alabama lieutenant governor campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Deputy and Retired U.S. Army Major Patrick Bishop on Memorial Day announced he is running for the...
‘Vinemont is like a big family’: Vinemont’s Lily Hasting looks back on Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont senior Lily Hasting just earned her diploma to wrap up her high school career and in this interview, she shared...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Period of rain and thunderstorms through Friday
Most of the state will remain dry today into the evening hours. The exception will be near the coast, where the sea breeze will...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Open Season’ by Jonathan Kellerman
“Open Season” is the 40th book in the Dr. Alex Delaware book series by Jonathan Kellerman. The main characters are Delaware, who is a child psychologist,...
Ari Randall of Cullman selected for University of Alabama Blackburn Institute Class of 2025
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Ari Randall of Cullman was recently selected as a member of The University of Alabama Blackburn Institute's class of 2025.
Only 50...
Brad Smith announces Cullman City Council candidacy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Councilman Brad Smith has announced his candidacy. Smith was sworn in on June 6, 2022, to serve his first...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 27, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Myrtis C. Shelton
Myrtis C. Shelton, age 82, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Myrtis was preceded in death by her parents Jim Clingan...
Obituary: John Leland Wise
A graveside service for John Leland Wise, 83, of Bremen will be 11 a.m. Thursday May 29th at Mt. Joy Cemetery.
Mr. Wise was born...
Obituary: Jo Helen Wilson
Jo Helen Morris Wilson, 92, of Cullman passed away peacefully from this earth into the glory of the Lord May 26, 2025. She died...
Obituary: Randall James Reese
Randall James Reese, age 81, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Sunday evening, May 25, 2025, at his residence. He was born June 5,...
Obituary: Alta Gaye Freeman
Funeral Service for Alta Gaye Freeman, age 84, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Heavy rainfall and severe weather potential this afternoon
A Flood Watch is in effect for Central Alabama until 12 AM.
A line of thunderstorms will affect areas east of I-65 through mid to...
APLICATIONS
WSCC basketball teams advance to ACCC Tournament championship games; Women’s golf...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Both Wallace State basketball teams have advanced to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Tournament championship game.
The Lady Lions notched a 61-58 overtime...
