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...
Fairview High FCCLA students advocate on Capitol Hill
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Students from Fairview High School attended FCCLA’s Capitol Leadership in Washington, D.C., held Nov. 15-19, 2025. The five-day event brought together...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Broncos, Broncos sweep Locust Fork at home
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Locust Fork Hornets in a pair of area games on Tuesday night. In the...
Holly Pond’s Allbright signs with Murray State
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond’s Cade Allbright on Wednesday, Dec. 3, signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his athletic career at...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Regina Allaine Ryan
Regina Allaine Ryan age 70 of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away December 2, 2025. She was born November 12, 1955, in Huntsville Alabama.
Regina is preceded...
Obituary: Dale Douglas Parris
Dale Douglas Parris, 74, of Woodstock, Georgia (formerly of Cullman, Alabama), left this world far too soon on November 13, 2025, but not before...
Obituary: Carolyn Gail Barbee
Funeral services for Carolyn Gail Barbee, 82, of Hayden will be at 1 p.m. Thursday December 4th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Obituary: Marvin Eugene Pounders
A Celebration of Life Service for Marvin Eugene Pounders, age 67 of Vinemont, will be Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Check out a Little Free Library near you!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Little Free Library nonprofit organization was founded in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and now, you can find a Little Free Library...
Op-Ed: The 1-hour glucose test
Let’s talk about the one-hour glucose test.
For those of you who don’t know what this is, allow me to explain. This is a mandatory...
FCCLA students lead in service at the Farm-City Banquet
CULLMAN, Ala. - FCCLA members from Cold Springs, Vinemont and Holly Pond schools, as well as Cullman Christian School, demonstrated leadership, professionalism and a...
Buy local this holiday season: RedBird Farm
The season of giving is upon us! What better way to show your love and appreciation than with a local, hand-crafted gift?
RedBird Farm is...
Christmas at the Grotto: ‘There’s something here that brings peace’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas at the Grotto has officially returned for its seventh year, inviting visitors into a peaceful, artistic and spiritually centered holiday...
Obituary: Jerry Dale Burgess
Jerry Dale Burgess age 78 of Cullman, Alabama passed away Monday December 1, 2025. He was born August 20, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama.
Jerry is...
Obituary: Deborah Burgess Crawford
Funeral service for Deborah Burgess Crawford, 71, of Baileyton will be Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with interment in New...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 2, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Kenneth George Doedtman
Kenneth George Doedtman, a beloved, gentle, and kind-hearted soul, passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on September 2,...
Obituary: Thomas Wayne Hampton
Thomas Wayne Hampton, age 61 of Arab, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. He was born August 19, 1964, to Thomas Afton Hampton...
Obituary: Roy Payton Burroughs
Mr. Roy Payton Burroughs, 70, of Falkville passed away December 1, 2025, at Falkville Health & Rehab. He was born December 3, 1954, to...
Obituary: Yvonne Marilyn Gentry
A memorial service for Yvonne Marilyn McAfee Gentry, 90, of Logan will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at Harmony Baptist Church,...
Obituary: Jason Heath Birmingham
Jason Heath Birmingham, born on March 28, 1969, passed away on November 28, 2025. Jason was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a...
CCSO’s annual rodeo returns Dec. 12-13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office’s annual rodeo will return to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Dec. 12-13. Cullman County Sheriff Matt...
Cullman City Schools Foundation launches ‘Paws for the Holidays’ giving campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Schools Foundation (CCSF) has launched its “Paws for the Holidays” year-end giving campaign, inviting the Cullman community to...
Lockhart, Barnett named October CCBOE Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently congratulated Elizabeth Lockhart and Zane Barnett for being named the October Employees of the Month. Teacher of...
Holiday movie guide
Looking for the perfect holiday watch? From heartfelt romances to action-packed adventures, these seasonal favorites bring the magic, chaos and charm of Christmas to...
Wallace State’s annual Christmas Spectacular set for Dec. 11
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts (FPA) programs will host their Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 7...
Obituary: Jewel McCarn Hall
Jewel McCarn Hall, 82, of Cullman passed away November 30, 2025, at her residence. She was born April 19, 1943, to Ray & Geneva...
Obituary: Samuel David McCluskey
Graveside service for Samuel David McCluskey, 67, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025, at Springhill Baptist Cemetery, Friend Jeff...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 1, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 1, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Morgan Amber Shirley
Morgan Amber Shirley age 29 of Montevallo, Alabama passed away November 25, 2025. She was born January 10, 1996, in Alabama.
Morgan is preceded in death by her mother...
Obituary: Glenda Lou Watts
Glenda Lou Hyatt Knight Watts, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama, entered her eternal rest on November 29, 2025, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. She...
COLUMN: Are you grateful or hateful?
There is an old story of a person who used to complain because he had no shoes, until he saw someone who had no...
Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 29, 1945
From the files of Nov. 29, 1945
Notes Of A Cullman High Senior . . .
The Rev. C. C. Helmly was guest speaker on Monday...
Alex Golesh named Auburn’s new head football coach
AUBURN, Ala. — Widely regarded as one of the top offensive minds in college football, Alex Golesh has been named Auburn Football’s head coach,...
Shop with a Cop coming Dec.13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department will host its 12th annual Shop with a Cop event on Saturday, Dec. 13.
CPD Community Relations Officer Adam...
Falkville’s 3rd annual Christmas Parade set for Dec. 8
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville will host its third annual Christmas Parade on Monday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m.
Parade Event Planner and...
Falkville’s 27th annual Christmas in the Park happening Dec. 7
FALKVILLE, Ala. - The Town of Falkville and Community Pride will host their 27th annual Christmas in the Park event on Sunday, Dec. 7,...
Eagle Awareness Weekends celebrate 40th anniversary in January
An overflow crowd is expected to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Eagle Awareness Weekends at Lake Guntersville State Park in January, and no one...
Recipe revival: A Germanic Christmas Day menu
Enjoy a taste of Germany by incorporating these authentic German recipes into your holiday feasts!
Vorspeise (appetizer)
Grießklößchensuppe - A festive soup with clear beef broth...
PREP BASKETBALL SCOREBOARD: Nov. 24-26
Monday, Nov. 24
Good Hope 61 - Montevallo 57 (VB)
Corner 62 - Vinemont 36 (VB)
Cold Springs 57 - Dora 17 (VB)
Hartselle 68 - Hanceville 27...
Obituary: Mary Hendrix Johnson
Graveside service for Mary Hendrix Johnson, age 93 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Remlap Community Cemetery with Dean...
To you Laura, for giving me a place to call home
This feature ran in the last issue of The Cullman Tribune's "Community Matters" magazine.
On Sept. 18, 2025, Laura Long left this world to enter...
The Bridge: Bridging the gap for young adult ministry
This feature ran in the last issue of The Cullman Tribune's "Community Matters" magazine.
The Bridge is a ministry outreach program designed for young adults...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison’s postseason run ends with 22-14 loss to No....
ADDISON, Ala. – The 6th ranked Addison Bulldogs hosted the top ranked Wadley Bulldogs in front of a packed house at A.G. Hicks Stadium in...
Rooted in service: Dr. Kira Sims and the mission of Cullman County Extension
This feature ran in the last issue of The Cullman Tribune's "Community Matters" magazine.
From tending a small home garden to earning a Ph.D. and...
31st annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium Feb. 7 in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 31st Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium will take place Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Wallace State Community College School of...
Voices of 4-H: Young reporters share their journeys
This feature ran in the last issue of The Cullman Tribune's "Community Matters" magazine.
Each year, 4-H clubs across Cullman County elect a student reporter...
Obituary: Vince Edward Lord
A visitation for Vince Edward Lord, 54, of Hanceville will be Sunday, November 30th from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Lord was...
The gift of warmth: Mary Carter Store encourages community donations on Small Business Saturday...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mary Carter Store is inviting the community to take part in its Winter Warmth Drive during Small Business Saturday on Nov....
2 rain-producing systems beginning this weekend
CLANTON, Ala. - The good news is that no severe weather is forecast for the next seven days.
Two upper levels system will produce rainfall...
Local Artist Spotlight: Roman Davis
Two years ago Roman Davis was living in Covington, Georgia, working as a manager at Game Stop, but he moved here to be with...
Dodge City Tattoo Company is now Mud Creek Tattoo Company
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Kelsey and John Riendeau recently rebranded and reopened their tattoo and piercing shop, Mud Creek Tattoo Company.
The shop was originally known...
Explore Wonderland Under Warrior at Rickwood Caverns
WARRIOR, Ala. - Families looking to add a little adventure to their holiday festivities won't have to travel very far. About 25–30 minutes from...
Cullman’s Kathryn Cleckler named to ‘The 87’ by Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Kathryn Cleckler of Cullman has been selected by Troy University as a member of "The 87.”
The 87, formerly Who's Who, recognizes...
Pet of the Week: Conner and his signature sit
CULLMAN, Ala. – Conner, an Aussie mix around 10 months old, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
He has quickly become a shelter...
Lowe’s of Cullman marks 6 years of Thanksgiving service
CULLMAN, Ala. – For the sixth straight year, Zach Lee, Brian Roberts and their team at Lowe’s of Cullman served the community in a...
Christmas event calendar
Cullman Christkindlmarkt
Through Dec. 23 | Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. | Sundays, noon- 8 p.m. | Open seven days a week beginning Dec. 11...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Addison preparing for huge showdown with No.1 Wadley
ADDISON, Ala. - The quarterfinals of the 2025 AHSAA State Football Playoffs concluded last week, and Addison was the only local team to emerge...
Curt’s Closet Christmas Open House set for Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Curt's Closet will host its first Christmas Open House this year. The event will take place Sunday, Dec. 7,...
PREP SWIMMING: Bearcats deliver strong showing at state swim meet
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman High School Bearcat Swim Team turned in an impressive performance at the AHSAA State Swim Meet held this past...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 26, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Thanksgiving holiday travel tips from ALDOT
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will have no temporary lane closures on interstate routes during the Thanksgiving holiday. Lane closures...
Cullman Housing Authority hosting Christmas movie event Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority will host a kid-free holiday movie event for residents 18 and older on Tuesday, Dec. 9, at...
(Updated) Cullman attorney Sara Baker allegedly tried to kill husband with fentanyl
Updated Nov. 26, 2025, at 10:53 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Court records made public on Wednesday, Nov. 26, allege that local attorney Sara Baker, 74,...
Obituary: Kenneth Delmer Roden
Funeral services for Kenneth Delmer Roden, 78, of Hanceville will be 2:30 p.m. Wednesday November 26th at Mountain Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Darla Denise Bowen
Darla Denise Bowen, age 62, of Baileyton, AL. died Sunday, November 23, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, Billy Bowen; daughters, Paige Norris (Paul)...
Arrests and Incidents reported November 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wonderland Under Warrior returns to Rickwood Caverns State Park
WARRIOR, Ala. - For the ninth straight year, Rickwood Caverns State Park will become a walkable holiday extravaganza known as Wonderland Under Warrior. The...
Local entrepreneur hosts 2nd Small Business Christmas Market
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local entrepreneur hosted her second Small Business Christmas Market event on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade...
The Link serves up Thanksgiving blessings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman community combined efforts on Saturday, Nov. 22, at The Link of Cullman County’s Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru event. Local...
Wreaths Across America to include Holly Pond, Duck River and Cullman City Cemetery ceremonies...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three Cullman County cemeteries will take part in this year’s Wreaths Across America tribute, joining thousands of locations across the country...
APLICATIONS
The Life and Times of Mother Angelica, Part 1
Photo: Rita Antoinette Rizzo, held by her mother Mae Helen Rizzo
HANCEVILLE - Mother Angelica, given name Rita Antoinette Rizzo, was born in Canton,...
