Obituary: Jackie Wayne Needham
Jackie Wayne Needham, of Blountsville, Alabama, passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 70. Mr. Needham was born in Cullman County,...
Obituary: Robert “Bob” Chaney
Mr. Robert Leon “Bob” Chaney, age 79, of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his...
Obituary: Judy Yates Nelms
Judy Yates Nelms, 72, passed on April 23, 2026. Judy was a resident of Cullman, Alabama. Judy was born in Franklin, Georgia, to the...
Alleged cockfighting operation under investigation in Cullman County
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an alleged cockfighting operation in Baileyton.
Cullman County Animal Control...
Hanceville proclaims April Child Abuse Prevention Month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.
“It’s become a...
The Tribune Debate Series returns, and the invitation stands
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune Debate Series will return in May, bringing candidates together in a format built on transparency, accountability and direct engagement with the public.
At its...
County Commission honors historic cemeteries, OKs road and community projects
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical...
CCS Foundation celebrates 30 years, recognizes award winners
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Schools Foundation marked its 30th anniversary during its 15th annual Distinguished Alumni & Service Awards brunch on Tuesday, April 21, at Loft 212.
The...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman and Southside set up a Saturday tiebreaker
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bearcats kicked off their 2026 playoffs with a first round matchup against the Southside Panthers on Friday night.
In...
PREP BASEBALL: Boaz sweeps West Point in first round of Class 5A playoffs
BOAZ, Ala. - The West Point Warriors took a road trip over to Boaz to take on the Pirates in the first round of...
Obituary: Jeanean Carolyn Taylor
Jeanean Carolyn Taylor, 83, of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away on April 22, 2026. Born on February 2, 1943, Jeanean's life was marked by...
Obituary: Margie Nix Girard
A Celebration of Life for Margie Nix Girard, age 77, is Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Cullman Seventh-Day Adventist Church at...
Obituary: Ellen Burks
Funeral Service for Ellen Burks, age 81 of Vinemont, will be at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Zoning board approves Auto Zone expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.
Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square...
50 years of the Wallace State Big Band Dance
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Friday, April 17, Wallace State Community College marked a special milestone as the annual Big Band Dance brought together current musicians and...
City school board spotlights students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April 21 meeting recognized student award winners.
Cullman High School Junior Grayson Gay was recognized for recently...
5 German-inspired strawberry recipes
Pork Schnitzel with Strawberry Mustard Sauce
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
2 boneless pork cutlets, pounded thin
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Vegetable...
Line of Storms Later Today
CLANTON – Friday, 7:30 am, April 24, 2026
A line of thunderstorms will move into western Alabama this evening and rapidly weaken once reaching the...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison completes first round sweep of Hackleburg
ADDISON, Ala. - The 2026 AHSAA baseball playoffs are officially underway, and the Addison Bulldogs hosted the Hackleburg Panthers, a team that they defeated...
Community Matters 2026-2
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🍓☀️ Summer starts here, Cullman! Our May–July Community Matters magazine is out now with everything you need to know about the 2026...
Bremen man sentenced to 25 years for 2025 shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man on April 20, 2026, was sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection with a Jan. 24, 2025,...
Obituary: Norman Aaron Brown
Norman Aaron Brown, age 74 of Arley, passed away April 22, 2026, at UAB Medical Center in Birmingham.
He was born October 14, 1952, to...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASEBALL: 2026 AHSAA State Baseball Playoff first round matchups set to begin tonight
CULLMAN, Ala. - The first round of the 2026 AHSAA State Baseball Playoffs start tonight, with the 20-6 Addison Bulldogs taking on Hackleburg in...
Berlin council talks farmers market, park
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at...
Pet of the Week: Everybody needs an Uncle Phil
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is Uncle Phil, a Great Pyrenees with badger markings and the kind of calm, steady presence that...
3Sixty Jeep Club hosting Autism Night Ride April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 3Sixty Jeep Club will host Jeep Night at Rock N Roll Sushi on Saturday, April 25, at 5 p.m. At 8,...
State of Education breakfast April 24 at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host the State of Education community breakfast Friday, April 24, from 9-11 a.m. at the Bailey Center on the...
FAITH: Cullman’s Kaylee Johnson talks faith, religious influences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Kaylee Johnson is so blessed and grateful to have God in her life, and despite some challenges...
Head coach Kalen DeBoer’s contract extended through 2033 season
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – A contract extension for Alabama head football coach Kalen DeBoer was approved Wednesday by The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees Compensation Committee.
The...
Obituary: Joanie Griggs
Memorial Service for Joanie Griggs, age 76 of Huntsville, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Ava Grimmett
Ava Grimmett, age 103, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Sunday, April 19, 2026, with her family at her side. She was a native of Eva,...
Obituary: Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt
Funeral Service for Rebecca Laminack Peinhardt, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at St. John's Evangelical...
Obituary: Jimmie Lou Golden
Funeral Service for Jimmie Lou Golden, age 97 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Allen: Deadline to register to vote in May 19 Primary Election is May 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026. “The right...
Planning Commission calls for Comprehensive Plan update from city
CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.
“It is recommended by the code of...
Wallace State to present Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert April 23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with its Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert on Thursday,...
2024 Alabama law changed what out-of-state boaters need before hitting the water
CULLMAN, Ala. – Lake season is coming, and, as a reminder, Alabama’s rules for out-of-state boaters changed in 2024. The change ended a longtime exemption that allowed some...
Active Pattern Friday into Next Week
CLANTON – Wednesday, 6:00 am, April 22, 2026
Models continue to indicate a series of upper-level disturbances will bring much-needed rainfall to the state Friday...
More: Rural King financial incentive resolution splits Cullman City Council 3-2
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 21, 2026
BASEBALL
Winston Co. 15, Meek 5 - Batting: E. McCay 2-2 Pitching: E. McCay 3.0 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 5 BB, 3 K...
PREP SOFTBALL: Bates’ dominant two-way game gives Cullman a 10-0 run rule win over...
JASPER, Ala. - With the end of the regular season rapidly approaching, Cullman looked to continue an incredible season (34-7-1) on the road against...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal of Cullman Middle...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal...
Adams arrested, charged with sexual crimes with student
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Paige Parker Adams, 35, was arrested today, charged with:
Sex Offense / School...
Obituary: Mary Graham Haas
Mary Graham Haas passed away on April 16, 2026, at 100 years and 5 months of age.
Born November 15, 1925, to Walker A. Graham and Nancy Lula Graham...
Obituary: Margie Dell Cason
Funeral services for Margie Dell Cason, 94, of Hanceville, AL will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 22nd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Obituary: Tammy Gail Naler
Celebration of Life Service for Tammy Gail Naler, age 67 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Seventh Street Baptist...
Obituary: Tova Beth Lindsey
Celebration of Life Service for Tova Beth Lindsey, age 47 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 21, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 20, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 12, Cold Springs 2 - Batting: J. Williams (Add.) 2-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Thompson 2.0 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2...
Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR awards JROTC medals at CATA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026. There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC...
Cold Springs HS 1936 Club earns statewide recognition with CLAS School of Distinction Award
BREMEN, Ala. - The 1936 Club at Cold Springs High School earned a CLAS School of Distinction Award for State School Board District 6, placing it among just four programs in the...
Cullman council approves Rural King incentive agreement for proposed 90K-sq.-ft. store
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project...
PREP SOFTBALL: Benefield fans 15, late rally propels Good Hope to 5-4 come-from-behind win...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The first two meetings between Good Hope and Hanceville saw the Lady Raiders win the first one in a high-scoring...
Obituary: Mary Frances Starnes
Funeral services for Mary Frances Starnes, 76, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday April 21st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Wallace State flag football wins Tiger Town Showdown Championship at Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. — Wallace State completed a perfect inaugural season on Saturday, defeating Clemson 13-12 in the championship game of the Tiger Town Showdown...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Kay Anderson Niezer
Kay Anderson Niezer, a beloved mother, grandmother, and lifelong educator, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Kay...
Obituary: Christina Ann Jones
Christina Ann Jones, age 51, of Vinemont, passed away too soon on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A Celebration of...
Alleged off-campus incident under active criminal investigation, Barnette says
Updated April 20, 2026, at 9:58 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette on Monday morning said an alleged incident that...
Cullman County PALS calls for volunteers, urges residents to stop littering
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) is in need of volunteers to assist in cleaning local roadways. The organization's president, Cherrie Haney, said cleanup can take anywhere from...
Wallace State foundation laid path to lifelong career for alumna Melissa Stricklin
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Melissa Stricklin knew she wanted to start her career as soon as possible, and that Wallace State was the best way to do...
Mavens & Makers hosting pretzel-making classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mavens & Makers recently hosted a pretzel-making class, where instructor Anett Schlabach showed attendees how to make two kinds of pretzels: single servings and a larger braided style....
WSCC’s Drummond, McLeroy named to All-Alabama Academic Team
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Two Wallace State Community College students were recognized by the Alabama Community College System at its 31st annual All-Alabama Academic Team Recognition Program on...
Ivey signs bill giving tax break on overtime, suspending state grocery tax May 1-...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, and Sen. Arthur Orr,...
COLUMN: I fell in love with Ronda
Now, before you let your mind go where it shouldn’t, this Ronda is not a woman. Ronda was the next city we visited in...
Files from Yesteryear: April 18, 1957
From the files of April 18, 1957
Concord News
A number of people from this community went to the all day singing at Fairview Baptist Church...
Blazers complete spring drills with annual Spring Showcase
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The UAB Blazers football team closed out spring practice Saturday with its annual Spring Showcase at Legacy Pavilion, wrapping up the program's...
Auburn concludes spring practice with first A-Day scrimmage of Golesh era
AUBURN, Ala. – After a Tiger Walk reminiscent of an SEC gameday, Auburn concluded spring practice with the first A-Day scrimmage of the Alex Golesh era Saturday in...
Cullman FBC fitness class helping local seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new strength and fitness class at Cullman First Baptist Church aims to help local seniors improve their balance, build strength and connect with others.
Jeanne Madara said she started the...
COLUMN: 2 dogs, 1 bed, no dignity
I woke up at 3 a.m., which is not unusual. At my age, the bladder rules. It was time to take a bathroom break, return...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 18, 2026
BASEBALL
Memphis 2, Cullman 1 - Batting: C. Bowen 1-2 Pitching: B. Vincent 6.0 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 7 K
Colliersville 7, Cullman 6 -...
Cullman High School Theatre to present ‘Les Misérables: School Edition’ April 20-21, 23-25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre will present “Les Misérables: School Edition” Monday-Tuesday, April 20-21, and Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25, at 7 p.m., along...
TRACK & FIELD: Several local teams shine at fourth annual Andy Page Memorial Meet...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The fourth annual Andy Page Memorial Meet took place at Cullman High School on Thursday night, and several local teams put on some...
Expansions progressing at CDC, Hanceville Middle School
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools officials marked the district’s ongoing growth on Thursday, April 16, holding two ribbon-cutting ceremonies for new and planned facility expansions. Alabama State...
Center of the Arts Community Theatre receives $750K boost from ARC
CULLMAN, Ala - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, announced a $750,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to the City of Cullman to support the renovation of...
Poultry Cook-off winners recognized
CULLMAN, Ala. – Various county school students on Tuesday, April 14, met at The Venue at Cotton Creek for the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Cullman County Poultry Cook-off.
Students competed in two categories: Casseroles...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats for April 17, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 5, Vinemont 1 - Batting: T. Thompson (Add.) 2-4 (2B x2) Pitching: K. Lake 7.0 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 6 K, W
Houston...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison celebrates Senior Night with a 5-1 win over Vinemont
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison hosted the Vinemont Eagles for Senior Night on Friday, and were able to send their seniors out with a 5-1...
Bloomin’ Festival this weekend!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bloomin’ Festival returns this weekend to the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School, offering unique arts and crafts,...
Obituary: George “Douglas” Rigsby
George "Douglas" Rigsby Born August 8, 1939, in Cullman AL, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, surrounded by family at his home in...
Obituary: Schlenia Ann Curvin
Funeral service for Schlenia Ann Curvin, 61, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Monday, April 20th, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Micheal Edward Lindsey
A graveside service is incomplete at this time for Micheal Edward Lindsey, 57, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Lindsey...
Obituary: Evelyn Aline Dover Stinson
Funeral services for Evelyn Aline Dover Stinson will be 1 p.m. Saturday April 18th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service...
Arrests and Incidents reported April 17, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP BASEBALL & SOFTBALL: Scores and stats from April 16, 2026
BASEBALL
Addison 5, Sumiton 2 - Batting: T. Thompson 2-3 (3B), 1 RBI Pitching: J. Williams 7.0 IP, 5 H, 0 ER, 3 K, W...
PREP SOCCER: Meharg scores twice as Cullman seals area with 3-0 win over Mortimer...
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the girls team blew out the Blue Devils 8-0 to seal their area, Cullman's boys took the field to face...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman collects area doubleheader sweep of Mortimer Jordan
CULLMAN, Ala. - After falling just short in their area game at Mortimer Jordan on Tuesday afternoon, the Bearcats hosted the Blue Devils in a huge...
Katie B. Kirkwood Architectural and Interior Design opens in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was officially cut on Katie B. Kirkwood Architectural and Interior Design, a residential design studio in downtown Cullman, on Friday, April 10.
Said the Cullman...
Op-Ed: Judge the book by its cover
In recent years, the Corporate Memphis style has been widely used for advertising. This form of art is known for its “low-effort” presentation. It is highly popular...
Ivey signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act. This comes just ahead of National Work Zone Awareness...
Clothed in Cullman set for April 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Clothed in Cullman fundraiser, which supports Curt’s Closet, will take place on April 30 at The Venue at Cotton Creek.
The popular...
Agriplex hosting summer camps
CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, the North Alabama Agriplex is giving kids a chance to try new adventures. Along with popular returning programs, kitchen-based activities have been added.
Executive Director Rachel Dawsey explained that the new...
(Updated) Randall Hogan indicted on murder, abuse of a corpse charges in connection with...
Updated April 22, 2026, at 8:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man on April 13, 2026, was indicted on charges of murder, abuse of...
Obituary: Roger Whitehead
Roger Whitehead, 77, of Baileyton, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday evening, April 14, 2026. Mr. Whitehead was born on June 19, 1948, to the...
Obituary: Kimberly Lancaster Thomas
With heavy hearts, but the assurance of eternal life in Heaven, we share the passing of our beloved Mother, Granna, Aunt, Sister, Daughter, and...
Obituary: Douglas Maze Ponder
On April 15, 2026, the patriarch of our family, Douglas M. Ponder, died at his home in Cullman, Alabama. He was born in the...
FAITH: Cullman’s Zoe Snider talks religious influences, making a positive impact on her community
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Zoe Snider thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life, and that...
APLICATIONS
Arrest reports: Oct. 17-18, 2018
CULLMAN - Below are the arrests reported for Oct. 17-18, 2018. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
