Berlin annexes 70-acre property
BERLIN, Ala. – In a special-called meeting Monday evening, the Berlin Town Council approved the annexation of 70 acres, which, according to Mayor Patrick...
Arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 30, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Retail Specialists breaks ground on Kingfisher subdivision near Berlin
BERLIN, Ala. – The ground was broken Tuesday morning for the Kingfisher subdivision near the town of Berlin. The neighborhood is slated to have...
Ivey extends Alabama’s Safer at Home Order through July 31
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday extended Alabama’s Safer at Home Order, which was set to expire July 3, through July 31....
Opinion: 112 days
112 days. That’s how long our seniors, the members of the Greatest Generation, have been locked down inside assisted living and nursing homes. 112...
Cullman-area students named to UAB President’s, Dean’s Lists
Updated 6-30-20 at 9:51 a.m.
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) recently released its Presidential Honors List and Dean’s List for...
CCCDC awards more than $217K in grants
CULLMAN, Ala. – The
Cullman County Community Development Commission (CCCDC) met and awarded a total
of $217,500 in grants Monday night.
The following grant requests were...
5-member CDC team now assisting ADPH in fighting COVID-19
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) recently welcomed a support team from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
Cullman’s Blaise Wilson takes 1st place at Emerald Coast Golf Tour event in Mississippi
CHOCTAW, Miss. - On Sunday afternoon, 2009 Cullman High School graduate and student athlete Blaise Wilson tied for first place in the Emerald Coast...
Obituary: Buna J. Warren
Buna J. “B.J.” Warren, 91, of Double Springs entered into rest Monday, June 29, 2020 at Hendrix Health and Rehab.
She was born Aug. 2,...
Obituary: James Carl Daniel
James Carl Daniel, 93, of Haleyville passed away June 28, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born Feb. 13, 1927 to Sid and...
Obituary: Stella M. Duke
Funeral services for Stella M. Duke, 74, of Hanceville, Alabama will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel....
Obituary: Jerry Merring
In loving memory of Jerry Merring, 72, of Bremen, Alabama
Graveside services for Mr. Merring will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at...
Obituary: Evelyn Helms Akin
Evelyn Helms Akin of Hartselle passed away June 28, 2020 at the age of 68.
Evelyn was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She adored...
Obituary: Donald Douglas Gibson
Donald Douglas Gibson of Blountsville passed away June 27, 2020 at the age of 43.
He was born June 9, 1977 to Donald and Wanda...
Ivey awards $30M to support COVID-19 testing, app for colleges, universities
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday awarded $30 million of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) money to...
Cheryl Harrison announces candidacy for Cullman City School Board, place 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cheryl Harrison on Monday announced her candidacy for Cullman City School Board, place 3. Place 3 is currently held by Lee...
Arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 29, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Update: Pursuit ends in Holly Pond, 2 arrested
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Two people were arrested following a pursuit that began near Colony and ended in Holly Pond Sunday evening along Brooklyn...
ADOL announces Extended Benefits unemployment program to begin
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) announced Monday that the state will begin offering Extended Benefits (EB) for those who qualify...
(Updated) Cullman woman killed in Hwy. 69 crash in Simcoe
Updated 6-29-20 at 2:36 p.m.
SIMCOE, Ala. - One person is dead following a multi-vehicle wreck along Alabama Highway 69 in Simcoe Monday morning. Cullman...
CCSO: Pursuit ends in Holly Pond, 2 arrested
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2020/06/29/update-pursuit-ends-in-holly-pond-2-arrested/
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A pursuit that began near Colony ended in Holly Pond Sunday evening along Brooklyn Road.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office...
Obituary: Dylan Harris-Tidwell
Dylan Harris-Tidwell, 19, of Vinemont passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at his residence. He was born Nov. 29, 2000.
He is preceded in death...
Remembering John Hunt
Updated 6-29-20 at 12:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sunday was an emotional day at Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center as friends, family and colleagues gathered...
ALEA resumes normal driver’s license operations
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Despite the challenges of COVID-19, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division has continued to serve the citizens of...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Our cats
When Rudene and I lived in town, we didn’t have much time to take care of a pet or a place to keep one....
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1954
From the Files of 1904:
Married Sunday at 3 p.m. were Miss Addie Smith and Wiley Burks.
C.W. Holmes, formerly of Unity is now a businessman...
Berlin holds Census Day, celebrates fire department’s 45th anniversary
BERLIN, Ala. - To aid its residents in completing the 2020 Census, the Town of Berlin on Saturday held a Census Day event at...
Obituary: J.T. Howell
J.T. Howell, 91, of Double Springs passed away Saturday, June 26, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehabilitation.
He was born May 8, 1929 to Edgar...
Desperation Church cancels medical debt for more than 2,000 families across state
CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church recently made good on its promise to purchase and cancel the outstanding medical debts of families in need across...
Dos and Don’ts for fireworks in your community
CULLMAN, Ala. - Firework stands are beginning to appear throughout Cullman County in the days leading up to Independence Day. Depending on where a...
Tribune brings home 24 Alabama Press Association Media Awards
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Press Association on Friday revealed the winners of the 2020 Alabama Press Association Media Awards. The APA said this...
Tribune’s Martha Needham wins APA Photo of the Year award
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Press Association on Friday revealed the winners of this year’s APA Media Awards and one of The Tribune’s own...
Obituary: Larry Avis Overton
Larry Avis Overton, 67, of Houston entered into rest June 24, 2020 at his residence.
Larry was born Jan. 10, 1953 in Winston County, on...
Obituary: Eugene Wilford Simmons, Jr.
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Eugene Wilford Simmons, Jr., 63, of Cullman.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr....
Obituary: Linda Darnell Smith
Funeral services for Linda Darnell Smith, 79, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with...
Obituary: Lucinda Kay Brown
Lucinda Kay Brown, 62, of Cullman passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at her residence. She was born May 15, 1958 to Royce Brown...
Obituary: Jessie Sue Chappell Smith
Jessie Sue Chappell Smith, 88, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and educator, passed away peacefully Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Hanceville Nursing Home. Mrs. Smith...
Truth in Nature: An outdoor ministry to fatherless boys
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brian and Beth Burchett knew when they bought their farm adjacent to the Bankhead National Forest that God had a greater...
Cullman announces $20.5 M in debt repayment savings, opening of pipeline from Duck River...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday announced two major projects have been completed or are near completion - one financial, the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 26, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 26, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
(VIDEO) Jacobs: ‘We are strongly urging our people to wear masks in public’
COVID-19 update from Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs- June 26, 2020
"On behalf of Mayor Jacobs, we are strongly urging our people to wear masks in...
Cullman siblings win 1st, 3rd place in APT Young Writers Contest
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ever since she was in pre-school, Anna Kate Allcorn has wanted to write. Now a third grader, she has placed in...
Wallace State’s Jiselle Woodson selected as NJCAA Women’s Basketball Coaches Association All-Star
HANCEVILLE, ALA. –
Wallace State’s Jiselle Woodson has been selected as a 2020 National Junior
College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s Basketball All-Star by the NJCAA
Women’s Basketball...
‘They are supported and they are appreciated’
CULLMAN, Ala. - As a show of its continuing support of law enforcement, Pepsi Cola recently donated a case of Aquafina Water and a...
ALSDE releases plans for returning to school this fall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey on Friday introduced the ALSDE’s roadmap for returning to school this...
17 Cullman-area students named to Samford University Dean’s List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 1,759 students named to the 2020 spring semester Dean's List. To qualify for the Dean's List, a student...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Gen Flynn is looking for his best friend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shared some good news this week:
“Many people in the community have located their lost...
Obituary: Vera Louise Brooks
Vera Louise Brooks, 71, of Double Springs entered into rest Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Vera was born July 2, 1948 Double...
Obituary: Eva Jo Bell
Eva Jo Bell, at 90 years young, went running into the arms of Jesus June 24, 2020. We know she saw her King face...
(Updated) LIST: Local 4th of July celebrations
Updated July 1 at 12:21 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - While the popular 4th of July events at Smith Lake Park and Lake Guntersville were canceled...
Susan Eller announces her re-election bid for Good Hope City Council, place 3
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Susan Eller on Thursday announced her re-election bid for Good Hope City Council, place 3. The Municipal Election will take...
Annual Mopar car show raises $4K for Secret Meals for Hungry Children
CULLMAN, Ala. - After the success of this year's Mopars by the Lake car show, the Pentastar South Car Club tallied up the proceeds...
Alabama sees daily record-high 1,129 new cases of COVID-19
Updated 6-25-20 at 9:12 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Thursday morning reported a record-high 1,129 new cases of COVID-19...
Arrests and incidents reported June 25, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 25, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Autwell pleads guilty in 2018 crash that killed Hanceville woman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Terry Autwell, 28, of Hanceville, pleaded guilty earlier this month to a charge of criminally negligent homicide in the Dec. 10,...
Men’s Basketball Coach Allen Sharpe returns to Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala.--Wallace
State Community College is pleased to announce the return of Allen Sharpe as
head men’s basketball coach.
Sharpe previously served as head coach of...
Cullman GOP chair/candidate embarrassed over accidental publication of ‘very private photo’
Editor's note: The Tribune did receive a copy of the photo, but will not publish it.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Republican Party Chairman and...
Groundbreaking for new subdivision near Berlin set for June 30
BERLIN, Ala. – Real estate firm Retail Specialists will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new subdivision near the town of Berlin Tuesday, June...
Alabama AG Marshall, Louisiana AG Landry lead 11-state AG letter to Congress in support...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall and Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry led an 11-state Attorney General letter to Congressional leadership in...
Obituary: Wanda Sims Cole
Funeral services for Wanda Sims Cole, 74, of Cullman will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Pleasant Grove Church with Eugene...
Adjusted Vacation Bible School programs around the county
CULLMAN, Ala. - Despite COVID-19 holding some churches back from hosting Vacation Bible School (VBS) this summer, many have made adjustments and are planning...
Arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point’s Cochran joining teammates at ALABCA All-Star Event
WEST POINT, Ala. – More
good news just keeps rolling in this month for the West Point baseball team. A
third standout Warrior will be on...
5 Cullman-area students named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce
students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Spring Semester and
Term 4 of...
C.A.S.T. for Kids Smith Lake Park set for Sept. 19
Updated 6-24-20 at 2:02 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year’s C.A.S.T. for Kids Smith Lake Park event is set for Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020 from...
Commission talks COVID-19 precautions, Commission on Aging expansion
CULLMAN, Ala. -
Local physician James Thomas, at the Cullman County Commission’s regular
meeting Tuesday, addressed the commissioners about the first day of the new
policy requiring...
Urban Cookhouse, Joe Hudson Collision Center, new Taco Bell location coming to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman
will soon have a couple of new businesses and a new location for an old
favorite. Urban Cookhouse, Joe Hudson Collision Center...
Hanceville’s Mayor Nail visits Colony Town Council; council notes June 23, 2020
COLONY, Ala. - As the Colony Town council gathered for its pre-meeting work session Tuesday afternoon, Mayor Donnis Leeth welcomed Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail...
Curtis Johnson will challenge Donnis Leeth for mayor of Colony
COLONY, Ala. - Colony Town Councilman Curtis Johnson on Tuesday afternoon announced his candidacy for mayor of Colony, challenging incumbent Donnis Leeth for the...
Obituary: Carol Irene Smith
Carol Irene Smith, 79, of Cullman passed away Monday, June 22, 2020 at St. Vincent's Hospital.
She was born Jan. 5, 1941 to Robert and...
Obituary: Okley Verron Shelton
Okley Verron Shelton of Hanceville passed away at his residence Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at the age of 81.
Mr. Shelton was a member and...
Obituary: Elaine Woody
Elaine Sellers Woody, 57, of Double Springs entered into rest Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
She was born...
Pet of the Week: Sweet Sally needs a new home
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Sally is a small Beagle who’s around...
Cullman Regional reports 2 COVID-19 deaths
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional on Tuesday confirmed two more COVID-19 deaths, bringing the total for the county to three.
"We’ve reported two additional deaths...
Good Hope man, in country illegally, charged with sexual abuse of child
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Good Hope resident, in the country illegally, was arrested June 19 by Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators, charged...
Arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
1st of its own: Northbrook hosts outside family movie night
CULLMAN, Ala. – Northbrook Baptist Church (NBC) hosted a fun evening for families at its first-ever family movie night Friday. The church provided a...
Brad Smith declares candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Brad Smith on Tuesday morning announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 1. Smith will face incumbent Andy Page in...
Ultimate Fair rescheduled for July 28-Aug. 1 in Good Hope; Miracle Ride raises more...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Ultimate Fair, originally scheduled to be in Good Hope in April, will now bring its midway to the city...
Obituary: Daniel Ray Givens
Memorial service details are incomplete for Daniel Ray Givens, 65, of Logan.
Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Givens passed away Sunday,...
Obituary: Charles Anderton
Charles Anderton, 79, of Commerce Township, Michigan passed away June 17, 2020 from respiratory complications.
Mr. Anderton was born in October 1940 in Garden City,...
Cullman City Council approves tax abatement extension for REHAU, repaving plan for Cullman High...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening voted to extend a 10-year tax abatement granted to automotive component manufacturer REHAU last...
St. Paul’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction reaches critical ticket level
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Paul's Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction to be held Aug. 1 at Terri Pines has reached a...
Arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Jason Neal announces re-election bid for Cullman City School Board, place 4
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jason Neal on Monday announced his bid for re-election to the Cullman City School Board, place 4. He will face challenger...
Going to the courthouse? Bring your mask
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met bright and early Monday morning for a special-called meeting to approve a new plan requiring all...
Nathan Haynes announces candidacy for Cullman City School Board, place 4
Updated 6-22-20 at 11:01 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local businessman Nathan Haynes on Monday announced his candidacy for Cullman City School Board, place 4. He...
ACES: Keys to boosting your immune system
ALABAMA A&M UNIVERSITY, Ala. – People come in contact with thousands of germs each and every day. Some of these germs can cause a...
Obituary: Lola Beatrice Wilson
Lola Beatrice Wilson, 90, of Massey was born July 10, 1929 in Cullman and passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 at The Sanctuary at...
Funny Things from Yesterday: The paisley tie
Most everyone has been in a small group of people, either family or friends, talking and laughing at funny things that were said. I...
Files from Yesteryear: 1954
From the Files of 1954:
Killed instantly at 6:30 Wednesday morning was Carl Milligan, 35, of Bangor. The accident occurred at the Garden City Heading...
‘The support of the community here in Cullman is amazing’: Back the Blue rally...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Back the Blue rally was held Saturday afternoon in Good Hope with a steady crowd of law enforcement officers...
‘We wanna make Cullman County a more inclusive place’: Inaugural Juneteenth cookout held...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - With black voices and experiences being highlighted on a national and international stage since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis...
Obituary: James C. Brocato, Jr.
James C. Brocato passed away May 27, 2020 and is under the care of Moss Service Funeral Home.
Obituary: Danny Michael Key
Danny Michael Key, 68, of Addison entered into rest Friday, June 19, 2020 at his residence.
Danny was born Sept. 1, 1951 in Winston County,...
Obituary: John Cade Clark, Jr.
John Cade Clark, Jr., 76, of Addison entered into rest Friday, June 19, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
John was born...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point’s Eli Folds earns invite to ALABCA All-Star Event
WEST POINT, Ala. – There will now be a pair of Warriors on the field at Troy University for this year’s Alabama Baseball Coaches...
Agriplex update
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex normally has a bounty of programs for children and adults to enjoy throughout the year. Due to...
For the record…A new spin on Hanceville business
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email christy@cullmantribune.com.
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s...
APLICATIONS
Obituary: Frances Youngblood-McNutt
Funeral services for Frances Youngblood-McNutt will be 2 p.m., Saturday, November 16th at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hanceville. Burial will follow the service at...
