‘God is amazing!’ Unsheltered International hosts fundraising event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Unsheltered International held its annual Dinner & Charity Auction on Friday, July 10, at The Venue at Cotton Creek.
Unsheltered International is a nonprofit...
Visit Cullman named 2026 State of Alabama Tourism Organization of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Visit Cullman has been named the 2026 Alabama Tourism Organization of the Year, the highest honor presented to a destination marketing...
Agriplex hosts Edible Flowers Lunch & Learn
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex last week hosted its monthly Lunch & Learn. This one was titled “Edible Flowers: Growing, Harvesting Cooking”...
Cullman moving forward with Logan Street SW infrastructure improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. – Infrastructure improvements are moving forward on Logan Street Southwest, with additional work planned on Sixth Street Southwest and Austin Avenue Southwest.
City...
Obituary: Billy Woody
Billy Woody was born on November 11, 1934, in Cullman, AL; and lived there for most of his life in the Valley Grove Community....
Obituary: Jesse Donald “Don” Greer, Sr.
Jesse Donald "Don" Greer Sr., 85, was born on January 18, 1941, in Fitzgerald, Georgia, and passed away on July 6, 2026. A resident...
Obituary: Clara Jean Buckelew
Funeral service for Clara Jean Buckelew, age 95, of the Gold Ridge community, is Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Jeffrey Mayo Smith
Jeffrey Mayo Smith, 71, of Cullman passed away Monday, July 13th, 2026, at the Folsom Center. A visitation will be Thursday, July 16th, 2026,...
Obituary: Lee Chester Burkart
Lee Chester Burkart of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on July 6, 2026, at the age of 80.
Lee was born on March 16, 1946, grew...
Obituary: Kent Wallace
Kent Wallace, 76, of Decatur, Alabama, entered the gates of Heaven on July 13, 2026.
Born on October 3, 1949, in Decatur, Alabama, Kent was...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Recovered stolen vehicle leads to arrest in Cullman
Updated July 14, 2026, at 5:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A vehicle reported stolen from Huntsville was recovered Monday evening in Cullman, leading to the arrest of...
CPD hosts first-ever Citizens Academy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department hosted its first-ever Citizens Academy on Saturday, July 11.
Police Chief Joey Duncan said the Academy gives participants an opportunity to learn more about...
Think you have Cullman County’s best tomato? Here’s your chance to prove it –...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Think you have the best tomatoes in Cullman County? Here's your chance to prove it. The fourth annual Cullman County Tomato Taste-Off will take place...
Cullman preparing to replace nearly 60-year-old primary water transmission line
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is preparing to replace approximately 9,100 linear feet of its 30-inch primary water transmission pipeline, a nearly 60-year-old line that...
Road closures and service notice Tuesday, July 14
Drivers should prepare for multiple temporary road closures in Cullman today, Tuesday, July 14, 2026, as city crews complete street patching and utility repairs.
The following closures...
Cullman residential water, sewer rates to decrease in fiscal year 2027
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman residents using an average of 8,000 gallons of water per month are expected to save roughly $10 per month under the city’s fiscal year 2027...
2nd Fridays a celebration of America 250
CULLMAN, Ala. – 2nd Fridays was a celebration of America 250 on Friday, July 10 downtown. With 16 nonprofit sponsors, well over 50 vendors and 31 food trucks, festivalgoers had plenty to do. On the main stage were The Overtones, who...
FAITH: Kinlee Cryer on how God has impacted her life and athletic career
Cullman, Al. - At the start of the 2026-27 school year next month, Fairview's Kinlee Cryer will be in her junior year as an...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Marshall Malcom, Jr.
Funeral services for Marshall Malcom Jr., 81, of Colony will be 1 p.m. Saturday July 18th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Joan E. Smith
Memorial Service for Joan E. Smith, age 73 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Unsettled pattern through Tuesday
CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday, 7 a.m., July 12, 2026
Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will occur mainly during the afternoon and evening hours from today through Tuesday, with isolated...
Records show CCSO Flock system connected to broad shared-network list
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office operates its own Flock Safety automated license plate reader system, maintains a written policy for its use and produced audit records...
Op-Ed: Online resale warning for parents
When you become a parent it is easy to purchase more items than necessary. The bassinet now gathers dust in the corner, practically used for storage. The changing...
Kids Loving Kids accepting ‘Christmas in July’ donations
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kids Loving Kids is requesting donations be brought to the Spirit Life Church throughout the month of July.
For “Christmas in July” they advise that...
Hanceville PTO hosting Back-to-School Backpack Drive
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is stepping up to ensure every local student is equipped for success. Driven by a mission to support every student and family within the district, the PTO is hosting its Back-to-School Backpack Drive, a communitywide initiative aimed...
COLUMN: A week that left me weak
It was the kind of week that most people would like to forget. There were definitely some highs in the week but some frightening...
Files from Yesteryear: July 11, 1940
From the files of July 11, 1940
Good Hope News
Teams that played ball on the Fourth of July at Good Hope included Simcoe, Logan, Welti,...
Obituary: Robert Owen Pace
Robert Owen Pace, 86, of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and devotion to his family.
Funeral...
Rainer: Alabama Catfish Trail highlights fishing and food
With catfish living in almost all of the freshwater streams, creeks, rivers and reservoirs in Alabama, the Alabama Tourism Department decided it was time...
Bremen’s Ella Stephenson selected for 2026-2027 Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Department of State and Cultural Vistas are pleased to announce that Ella Stephenson is one of 65 Americans selected...
Volunteers sought for 9/11 tribute at Fairview High School football game
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Organizers are seeking active and retired military members, firefighters, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel and other first responders to help with...
Cullman Community Theatre preparing to stage ‘My Fair Lady’ in August
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre will stage its production of “My Fair Lady” in late August.
The production will be directed by Kristy McCrickard, who is also the co-choreographer.
The production...
Hanceville Council fills vacancies, approves food pantry relocation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Hanceville City Council at its meeting on July 9 approved several appointments, funding requests and community initiatives. These included the approval of a long-discussed rezoning ordinance and the relocation of the city's food pantry.
The council nominated Teja McIntyre to serve as city clerk. An official employment offer will be extended to McIntyre in the coming...
Cullman Library hosts Rise Raptor Project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rise Raptor Project out of Huntsville visited the Cullman County Public Library on July 6. Nikki McElroy and her daughter Lorelei McElroy showered the audience...
ALEA reports significant reduction in 4th of July holiday traffic fatalities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reported a significant decline in traffic fatalities following its statewide Fourth of July holiday enforcement...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Eugene Reid
A graveside service for Eugene Reid, 60, of Hayden will be Saturday, July 11, at 2 p.m. at Union Grove Baptist Cemetery in Hayden....
Obituary: Sharon Ann Sparks
Sharon Ann Sparks, 77, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 7th, 2026.
Sharon was a devoted Christian and a faithful member of Highway 157...
Obituary: Duane Earl Hildreth
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Duane Earl Hildreth, who passed away on July 9, 2026, at the age...
Op-Ed: Rural communities deserve the same healthcare access and opportunities as everyone else
In Washington, healthcare debates often focus on insurance plans, reimbursement rates, and federal spending. In rural America, the conversation is often much simpler: Will...
Public invited to ALDOT North Region transportation planning meeting
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Transportation’s North Region will host a public involvement meeting on July 15, 2026, from 5-7 p.m. The public is...
Records show Hanceville Flock cameras authorized for transfer after police department dissolution
Flock series, part 2
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s four-camera Flock Safety system became part of the city’s law enforcement transition after officials dissolved the Hanceville...
Cullman council approves utility rates, theater grant, AHSAA contract
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, July 6, meeting approved new fiscal year 2027 sanitation, sewer and water rates, along...
Obituary: Nathan Ray Thomas
Nathan Ray Thomas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born on August...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 9, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Fairview Town Council tables motion on Sprout franchise fee agreement
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday voted to table a motion to create a franchise agreement with Sprout Fiber Internet, declining to...
The Cullman Tribune earns 39 honors; wins inaugural Alabama CFINR award
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune earned 39 total honors in the 2026 Alabama Press Association Media Awards and related awards program, including 17 first-place...
Vinemont Town Council seeks federal support for Highway 31 expansion
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 7, at the Vinemont Town Hall.
During the work session, council...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue hosts 26 for latest CPAT course
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Fire & Rescue is a testing site for the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) course, the first step toward becoming a firefighter. The department was a happening place...
Pet of the Week: Macie Moo is a priceless companion
CULLMAN, Ala. – Meet Macie Moo, a tortoiseshell cat, often called a tortie, who is approximately 2 years old. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This little...
Obituary: Jean Wynn
Jean Wynn, of Cullman, AL, passed away Monday, July 6. She is preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Arvel J Wynn,...
Obituary: James Wheeler “Poppy” Daniel
James Wheeler “Poppy” Daniel, age 87, passed away in July 2026. Born on June 22, 1939, he was the son of Thomas Levi Daniel...
Obituary: Nathaniel Putnam Hutchinson
Nathaniel P. “Hutch” Hutchinson, age 87, of Hanceville, passed from this life on Thursday, July 2, 2026. A celebration of life for Hutch will...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 8, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Tiny pest, big problem: Researchers take on tomato virus outbreak
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - When carefully inspecting produce, many consumers look for visible, physical imperfections like blemishes or bruises. Meanwhile, out in the fields, horticultural researchers...
Editorial: Facebook is not a free-for-all
There is a dangerous misunderstanding on social media that needs to be addressed.
Just because something is posted on Facebook does not mean it is...
Call for volunteers: Help Hanceville celebrate America 250
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville will celebrate America 250 on Saturday, July 25, and the city needs your help to make it an unforgettable success.
From noon-9 p.m. that day, C.W. Day Park...
3 local students graduate from Ole Miss
UNIVERSITY, Miss. - More than 3,800 students graduated from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in May 2026. Undergraduate and graduate candidates received degrees...
Obituary: Harold Lee Wilhite
Harold Lee Wilhite, 85, of Cullman, Alabama, was born August 28, 1940, and passed away July 5, 2026.
Harold will be remembered with deep respect...
Obituary: Timothy Hogland
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Timothy Irvin Hogland, age 65 of Cullman, AL.Tim married the...
Obituary: Susan Marie Smith
Susan Marie Smith, 66, of Hanceville passed away Monday, July 6th, 2026. She was born February 25, 1960, to Daniel Luther Moody and Juliet...
Obituary: Gary Lee “Butch” Aris
Gary “Butch” Aris, born March 16th, 1951, died July 5th, 2026. Butch lived in West Point, Cullman County, AL. Butch was proceeded in death...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 7, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Records show Cullman Police Department’s Flock camera system expanded as retention policy changed
Flock series, part 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Public records obtained by The Cullman Tribune show the Cullman Police Department’s automated license plate reader (ALPR) system has expanded over...
Dripping Springs DAR dedicates Minuteman statue at Veterans Memorial Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) on Friday, July 3, dedicated a Minuteman statue and memorial at Veterans Memorial Park at...
Smith Lake Park celebrates America 250 and 4th of July
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park hosted its annual 4th of July Fireworks Festival Saturday, following a week of stifling temperatures and heat warnings that persisted throughout the majority of the...
Alabama Strawberry Festival named ‘Alabama’s Best Music Festival’ by Alabama Magazine
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Strawberry Festival has been recognized as Alabama's Best Music Festival in the 2026 Best of Bama Awards by Alabama...
FAITH: Cullman’s Addison Vogelaar discusses her faith, life-changing trip to Guatemala, religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Addison Vogelaar will be a senior next month, and God has been for her every step of the way. A...
Obituary: Kitty Karla McClendon
Kitty Karla McClendon, 67, passed away on July 4, 2026. Born on February 13, 1959, in Clay, Alabama. She was the beloved daughter of...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Patsy Jo Wilson
Patsy Jo Wilson, age 74, passed on June 15, 2026; born May 11, 1952, of Cullman, Alabama.
Patsy Jo was preceded in death by her...
Obituary: Timmy Lemark Hines
Funeral service for Timmy Lemark Hines, age 63 of Cullman, is Sunday, July 5, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with...
Obituary: Winford Charles Gregory
Winford Charles Gregory, born on August 14, 1956, in Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at Cullman Health Care. His departure left...
WSCC Machine Tool Technology hosting CNC Machining Camp July 13-15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s Machine Tool Technology/CNC program is hosting a CNC introductory camp for high school juniors and seniors. The camp will be held...
Summer Concerts at Art Park Thursdays in July
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host “Summer Concerts at Ark Park” every Thursday through the end of July.
CPRST writes: “Join us for an evening of live...
Op-Ed: Mom tips for summer survival
Summer heat is no joke and nothing to handle unprepared. Though it’s not so easily avoidable, especially when you have children.
Here are some tips to keep...
The American Revolution and today – immunization saves lives
As Americans celebrate our nation’s semiquincentennial, we are grateful to our forebears for a multitude of reasons, including the public health advances that have improved...
COLUMN: Happy Birthday, everyone
July, July – my, oh my – is it really July? – Christmas was only last week – and now the new year is...
Files from Yesteryear: July 4, 1946
From the files of July 4, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
Next Wednesday, the Cullman Chamber of Commerce will have a membership campaign here. Business...
Teen killed, 4 people injured in Blount County crash
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:10 p.m. Friday, July 3, claimed the life of a Blountsville teen and...
Obituary: Allen Theron McSwain
Allen Theron McSwain, age 95, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. After...
The invisibility cloak: Why some swimsuit colors disappear in the ocean
When you’re packing your beach bag, you probably think about sunscreen, towels and snacks. But it turns out that the color of your swimsuit...
Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 17-19
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama shoppers will have a chance to save on certain back-to-school purchases during the state’s 21st annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday.
The sales...
Museum celebrates John G. Cullmann’s birthday
CULLMAN, Ala. – John Gottfried Cullmann was born on July 2, 1823, and died on Dec. 3, 1895, at 72. The Cullman County Museum, houses in a replica of his home, offered...
Farmer, Parkside Principal Caleb Elrod selected for elite A.L.F.A. Leaders program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Caleb Elrod, a cattle farmer and principal of Parkside School in Cullman County, has been selected to participate in Class VII of Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A....
408-foot Argosy VI latest addition to Alabama’s Artificial Reef Zone
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. - Alabama’s unparalleled artificial reef system added another jewel to its crown this week when the Argosy VI, a former riverboat...
Heat Advisory Continues with a Few Severe Storms Possible
CLANTON –Friday, 7:30 am, July 3, 2026
Scattered thunderstorms are forecast to develop mainly near and north of I-20 today. A few storms could produce...
COLUMN: Pop! Boom! Ohhhhh!
That, my friends, is the sound of a very distinctive holiday: the Fourth of July.
Sure, we've got more important ones. Like Thanksgiving, that glorious celebration of...
Cullman Christian School Science Club raising funds for travel
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School launched its Science Club at the end of this school year. The club is raising funds to go toward travel to zoos, museums,...
Hanceville America 250 Community Celebration set for July 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville and Hanceville Parks and Recreation will host the Hanceville America 250 Community Celebration on Saturday, July 25, from noon-9...
Run for Good 5K & Fun Run raises funds for Good Samaritan Health Clinic
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flores Eyecare hosted the inaugural Run for Good 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, June 27, with proceeds benefiting the Good...
2 arrested in Smith Lake Park shooting investigation
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two people have been arrested in connection with the Wednesday, July 1, shooting incident at Smith Lake Park, according to the...
Obituary: Cary van Mark Bennett
Lifelong Cullman resident, devoted parishioner of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, and beloved chiropractor, Cary Bennett, born September 21, 1961, to Margie and...
Obituary: Brittney Lynne Campbell
Some people leave a mark on the world simply by being kind. That was Brittney.
On June 27, 2026, after an epic battle with cervical...
Obituary: Melvin Ray Barbee
Funeral Service for Melvin Ray Barbee, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Cheyenne “Becky” Rebecca Hilbert
Cheyenne "Becky" Rebecca Hilbert, age 72 of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her residence. She was born, July 25, 1953,...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Editorial: Alabama’s age-of-consent debate is not as simple as a Facebook comment
Every time Alabama sees a case involving an educator, a school employee and a student, the same public argument erupts.
One person says the age...
APLICATIONS
‘Clothed in Cullman’ raises more than $18K for Curt’s Closet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hundreds of Cullman-area residents turned out at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday to shop, eat and show their support for Ashley...
