Arrests and Incidents reported June 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Julia A. Dyer
A graveside service for Julia A. Dyer, 85, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday June 25th at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from...
Obituary: Carol Bonita Graves
Funeral services for Carol Bonita Graves, 65, of Cullman will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 26th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel, followed...
Obituary: Bonnie Kay Alldredge
Bonnie Kay Alldredge, age 72 of Eva, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Cullman Regional. She was born, October 15, 1953, to David Smith...
Obituary: Martin Valcarcel
Martín Valcárcel, 83, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 22, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama.
Born May 18, 1943, in Calzadilla...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School opens enrollment for 2026-2027 school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School is now enrolling students for the 2026-2027 school year, inviting families to learn more about its Christ-centered classical...
COLUMN: It wasn’t my time
There are moments in life when the distance between an ordinary day and tragedy is measured in inches.
I’ve thought about that a lot lately.
A few...
Cullman City Council imposes temporary moratorium on data centers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its meeting on Monday, June 22, adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers.
What is a data...
Cullman City’s tennis complex renovation ‘a game-changer’ for the Bearcat tennis program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School's sports complex is due to receive a major upgrade soon.
Cullman City schools announced last week that in...
Obituary: Elina Jean McElvenny
Memorial service for Elina Jean McElvenny, 46, of Cullman is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Elina passed away...
Obituary: Mamie Elizabeth “Liz” Hawkins
Mamie Elizabeth “Liz” Hawkins, 85, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026. She was born on April 22, 1941, to the late Cumbow and...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Mary Carter Store hosts fun Father’s Day workshop
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Mary Carter Store on Saturday, June 20, held a special “Make & Take” workshop for Father’s Day. The activity encouraged...
‘We’re just kind of one of those little hidden jewels’
CRANE HILL, Ala. - On the morning of Saturday, June 20, customers cut fresh flowers, sampled local honey and made their own bouquets at...
17 years later, Tabitha Franklin’s family still searches for answers
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Aug. 13, 2009, Cullman County resident Tabitha Lynn Franklin, then 27, vanished.
She was a mother of three. She was known to family and friends...
Critter Crew reading program participants leap into week 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Critter Crew brought week two of its reading program Tales & Tails to Cullman Christian School on Wednesday, June 17, featuring several amphibious friends.
Critter Crew member Cassidy...
CLECS to host 4th annual charity golf tournament Sept. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Law Enforcement and Community Services (CLECS) will host its fourth annual charity golf tournament Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at Terri Pines Country Club.
The tournament...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, DA offer $5K reward in Logan School vandalism investigation
LOGAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker are offering a combined $5,000 reward for tips that...
FAITH: Fairview’s Paisley Hopper on her religious influences, Snowbird Church Camp and more
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fairview's Paisley Hopper will be a senior starting in August, and credits God as one of the main reasons she's the...
Severe Storm Watch For Northern And Parts Of Central Alabama
CLANTON – Monday, 125 pm, June 22, 2026
Clusters or broken line segments extend from central Mississippi to northwestern Alabama as of 1 pm. These...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Dean Cotton Procter
Dean Cotton Procter, 93, of Alabaster, formerly of Cullman passed from this life June 20, 2026, at Shelby Ridge Nursing Home.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Rebecca Long deQuesada
Rebecca Long deQuesada, age 70 of Decatur, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Huntsville Hospital.
She was born on May 6, 1956 in...
Obituary: Tommy Smith
Tommy Smith, age 63 of Decatur, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the Decatur Morgan Hospital.
He was born on June 8, 1963...
Obituary: Carol Dezort
Carol Dezort, age 82 of Good Hope, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned...
Obituary: Ralph “Shorty” Ingram
Mr. Ralph “Shorty” Ingram, age 82 of Falkville, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. A memorial service with military...
Severe Storms Possible this Afternoon into Early Tuesday
CLANTON – Monday, 6:30 am, June 22, 2026
Since yesterday, the Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has expanded the Slight Risk to now include northern and...
Small Business Spotlight: Six Sweet Reasons
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – An area mom made her dream into a reality. Destiny Blackwood began running a small business from her home in Blountsville. Six Sweet Reasons...
Blountsville to celebrate America 250 with July 3 community event
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Town of Blountsville will celebrate America’s 250th birthday with an afternoon and evening of family-friendly activities, contests, hometown pride and fireworks...
Small Business Spotlight: Blooming Joy Farmstand
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Jesslyn Williams and her mother Pam Draper started Blooming Joy Farmstand in the summer of 2025.
Williams said her parents have lived in Fairview her whole...
Small actions can make a big difference for pollinators
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Pollinators, such as insects, birds and bats, play a big role in our food system. Through pollinating plants and crops, they are responsible for one out...
Unsettled Through Friday
CLANTON – Sunday, 8:30 am, June 21, 2026
Today, scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are forecast mainly across the southern half of the state....
Files from Yesteryear: June 20, 1946
From the files of June 20, 1946
To and Fro
By EAGLE EYE
Cullman is expected to have a record breaking crowd attend the inauguration of James...
COLUMN: Rowdy really wasn’t rowdy
I’ve heard it said that our first friends are our first cousins. I had a bunch from which to choose, but one of my...
Obituary: Billy Hugh Phillips
Billy Hugh Phillips, a beloved husband, father, Pawpaw, brother, mentor, and friend, passed away on June 18, 2026, leaving behind a legacy that is...
Obituary: Mary Ann Schwaiger
Funeral service for Mary Ann Schwaiger, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with...
Appeals Court affirms 3 Cullman County convictions, sentences, DA says
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals this week affirmed convictions and sentences in three 2025 Cullman County criminal cases, according to...
OmniFootball becoming an OSA staple as flag format surges; REC+ to add new layer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As flag football continues to grow, especially among youth, OmniSports Academy's OmniFootball league has seen a surge in participation.
Since its...
Right-of-way work helps keep Cullman clean, safe and moving
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman is recognizing the employees who help keep public rights of way clean, safe and attractive, while also reminding residents that...
Cullman County seeks public input for roadway safety plan
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents are being asked to share their concerns about roadway safety as the county develops a Safe Streets and Roads...
Inaugural Run for Good 5K & Fun Run supporting Good Samaritan June 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flores Eyecare will host the inaugural Run for Good 5K &Fun Run on Saturday, June 27, with proceeds benefiting the Good Samaritan Health Clinic. The event...
Arboreadum Bookshop and Garden opens near downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new independent bookstore opened in Cullman this week, combining a love of books with a passion for gardening. Arboreadum Bookshop and Garden is housed in a...
Local Boy Scout shares love of bats with young readers
HANCVELLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Thursday, June 19, welcomed Boy Scout Colin Hyde, who presented a program titled “Bats, Bats and More Bats!” The presentation was...
6 local students named to UA Early College Spring 2026 Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 672 students enrolled in UA Early College during Spring Semester 2026 at The University of Alabama were named...
Obituary: Manuel Jesus’ Cerro
Manuel Jesus' Cerro, born June 11, 1944, in Lima, Peru, passed away on June 19, 2026. He was a devoted poultry farmer whose passion...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 19, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASKETBALL: Swindall stepping up for Cullman; Loftin leads with 20 in final summer...
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - On Friday morning, head coach Stu Stuedeman and the Cullman Bearcats wrapped up their summer games with a trip to Guntersville's...
Obituary: Juanita “Emma” F. Johnson
Funeral Service for Juanita “Emma” F. Johnson, age 80 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Amanda Leigh Sandifer
Funeral Service for Amanda Sandifer, age 32 of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Timy Joe Williams
Timy Joe Williams passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Cullman Regional. He was born March 7, 1958, in to Cordis Ed and...
City School Board recognizes student Isaac Heinze for perfect ACT score, approves transfer for tennis project
CULLMAN, Ala. - During its regular meeting on June 16, the Cullman City Board of Education recognized Cullman High School student Isaac Heinze for earning a perfect...
Cullman Tree Commission discusses Festival of Trees, Heritage Park replanting, and community tree issues
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Tree Commission met Tuesday, June 16, in the Administration Conference Room at city hall. The meeting was held in the...
Berlin Council adopts new amusement and gaming device ordinance, announces upcoming event
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its June 15 meeting adopted a new amusement and gaming device ordinance and announced an upcoming...
From hometown service to statewide leadership: Sartin named AAEM president
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Tim Sartin has spent much of his life working behind the scenes to help...
Cullman Christian names Matt Heaton head cross-country, track and field coach
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Christian School has named Matt Heaton its new head cross-country and track and field coach.
Heaton brings more than 20 years...
Cullman City Council sets public hearing for possible new fencing ordinance
Updated June 19, 2026, at 8:27 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – At its meeting on Monday, June 15, the Cullman City Council set a public hearing...
Alabama’s copperhead and cottonmouth: What to know about these venomous snakes
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Alabama is home to a variety of snakes, including six venomous species. The copperhead and cottonmouth are the most encountered...
Obituary: Lorraine (Lori) Marie Cole
Lorraine (Lori) Marie Cole, 61, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on June 15, 2026. Born January 25, 1965, in Alabama, Lori was a lifelong...
Obituary: Shelia Ann Willoughby
Shelia Ann Willoughby, cherished by her beloved family, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, at CRMC. Born on August 6, 1957, in Alabama.
Sheila's...
USMNT VS. AUSTRALIA: OPPONENT PROFILE, RECENT FORM & HISTORY
The U.S. Men’s National Team is set for a top-of-the-table clash against Group D foe Australia in the Pacific Northwest this Friday. While the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 18, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 18, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Pet of the Week: Coco is a rare beauty with a personality to match
CULLMAN, Ala. – Coco is a chocolate tortie about 3 months old. Her rare, striking coat makes her as distinctive as her personality. She’s The Cullman Tribune Pet...
Unsheltered Dinner & Charity Auction set for July 10 at Cotton Creek
CULLMAN, Ala. – Unsheltered International will host its 2026 Dinner & Charity Auction on Friday, July 10, at The Venue at Cotton Creek in Cullman.
The event is...
Hanceville library hosting storytime with Bart Absher June 24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will welcome Hanceville Assistant Fire Chief Bart Absher Wednesday, June 24, at 10 a.m. for a special storytime event. Children are asked to...
Balloon releases: Environmental impacts and eco-friendly alternatives
Balloon releases have long been a popular way to mark special occasions such as weddings, graduations, and memorials. While it may seem harmless to watch colorful...
Ivey announces Public Service Commission appointments
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced she is appointing Ron Burgess, Fred Johnson, Demarcus Joiner and Dr. Quinton T. Ross Jr....
Dooley sentenced to 198 years in 2020 New Canaan double homicide
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tyler Dwight Dooley, 32, of Arab, was sentenced Wednesday, June 17, to two consecutive 99-year prison terms for the Aug. 15,...
Turney sentenced to 22 years in 2020 CR 222 burglary, protection order case
CULLMAN, Ala. – Terry Lelan Turney, 60, of Arab, was sentenced Wednesday, June 17, to 22 years in prison for burglary and one year...
Blount County man arrested for allegedly poisoning 4 cats in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Blount County man has been charged with four counts of aggravated cruelty to animals in Cullman County. Travis Wade Black,...
Obituary: Nancy Elizabeth Baker
Nancy Elizabeth Baker, a cherished mother, grandmother, and steadfast believer in faith, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, at CRMC. Born on May...
Obituary: Darrell Ray Maddox
Darrell Ray Maddox, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on June 16, 2026.
Mr. Maddox was born on April 18, 1949, in Hartselle, Alabama,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 17, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Jubilee hosting ‘Spanish Summer’ June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Kitchen and Bar will host its summer menu launch and wine party, Spanish Summer, on Wednesday, June 17, from 4-9 p.m. Owner/Operator Katie Fine said they wanted to create an...
June 18 at the Hanceville library: Bats, Bats & More Bats!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville will have a special program about bats on Thursday, June 18, at 10 a.m.
Local Boy Scout Colin...
Sneezy the Thrift Cat needs a home
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Sneezy is looking for his people! He has been carefully looked after by the employees at Three Bees Thrift Store in Hartselle, but is...
Alabama EMA urges residents to prepare for extreme heat
CULLMAN, Ala. – With summer heat settling across Alabama, the Alabama Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is reminding residents to prepare before extreme heat becomes dangerous.
The agency shared extreme...
PRIMARY RUNOFF RESULTS: Wahl, Moore, Robertson, Hill, Zeigler, Wess come out on top
Updated statewide results 10:53 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – John Wahl, Barry Moore, Katherine Robertson, Corey Hill, Jim “Zig” Zeigler and Everett Wess came out on...
Wallace State featured on season 16 of ‘The College Tour,’ premiering today on Amazon...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will be featured in Season 16 of “The College Tour,” the nationally acclaimed television series available for...
Obituary: Gregory Dewayne Williams
Gregory Dewayne Williams, age 59, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, with his beloved wife and his two daughters by his side.
Greg was...
FAITH: Hanceville’s Kynzlee Farr discusses her faith, how it played a role in the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hanceville rising junior Kynzlee Farr has God to thank for so many things that she has achieved in her life so...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 16, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: David Richard Loyd
David Richard Loyd, age 61, passed on June 13, 2026; born July 31, 1964,
He is preceded in death by his parents, Cordie Lester Lee...
Obituary: Alton Nail
Alton Nail, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Saturday morning, June 13th, 2026, at the age of 86. Mr. Nail was born to...
Obituary: Joshua Lee Goodin
Joshua Lee Goodin, age 40, of Alabama, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on June 15, 2026, after a brief illness....
Obituary: Susa Diane Wisner Malin
Mrs. Malin passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at her home. She was born on January 3, 1951, in Oneonta, AL to...
Dodge City Council meeting notes: June 11
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council met Thursday, June 11, to review town finances and discuss several community projects and maintenance needs.
Council members...
Cullman music scene gathers for ‘Rock Around the Block’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman music scene is getting continued exposure with 2nd Fridays making its return. The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce selected the theme...
Very Heavy Rainfall Rest Of Week
By Jim Stefkovich, Meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency
CLANTON – Tuesday, 6:30 am, June 16, 2026
An area of low pressure is expected to emerge over...
Render Aid Alabama hosts elder abuse awareness event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama hosted its annual event Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Friday, June 12, at the Traditions Bank event building.
Render...
Obituary: Ryan Patrick Taylor
Ryan Patrick Taylor, born on October 19, 1988, in Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at UAB Hospital. He was a man...
Obituary: Reverend Jimmy D. Baker
Funeral services for Reverend Jimmy D. Baker will be held at Cullman Funeral Home on Tuesday June 16, 2026, at 2 p.m. with visitation from 12...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Troy scores seven unanswered runs to eliminate Ole Miss from College World Series
OMAHA, Neb. - Troy launched three homers and scored seven unanswered runs to top Ole Miss 12-8 in Sunday's College World Series elimination game.
The Trojans...
Op-Ed: A summer day out for the family
Summertime heat in Alabama can be brutal, but the need for outdoor fun doesn’t stop! If you’re looking for a way to have a nice early morning or...
The Blooming Barista holds official grand opening
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Blooming Barista held its official grand opening last weekend.
Owner Emma Thompson established The Blooming Barista in September 2025 and told The Tribune, “We like specialty lattes and to...
COLUMN: ‘Southern summer – we don’t sweat, we marinate’
“Honey, it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.”
That’s not just a saying in the South – it’s a warning.
Everyone who lives here knows we pay for those mild winters...
More than Nuisances: Mosquitoes pose serious health dangers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - People know mosquitoes as those annoying insects that can ruin any outdoor activity. However, there is more to these flying pests than...
COLUMN: When it’s not football season
Alabama is football country. So, what do we do when it’s not football season? This week we had a most unusual sporting event. At...
Files from Yesteryear: June 13, 1912
From the files of June 13, 1912
HANCEVILLE ROUTE 3.
Mrs. Roy Bogardens and children of Jasper are the guest of her mother-in-law, Mrs. J. B....
Obituary: Drusilla Lynn Paris
Drusilla Lynn Parris, age 67, of Arley, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Drusilla was born...
APLICATIONS
MISSING PERSON: Jordan Lee Wilson, last seen on May 15
CULLMAN - Jordan Lee Wilson has been missing for almost two weeks. She was last seen on Sunday, May 15.
Wilson was last seen in...
