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...
Get to know La Michoacanita
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email christy@cullmantribune.com.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman...
Obituary: James Virgil Wise, Sr.
Private graveside services for James Virgil Wise, Sr., 71, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Simcoe Methodist Cemetery.
Cullman...
Obituary: O.D. Carter
O.D. Carter, 89, of Double Springs entered into rest Friday, June 19, 2020 at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mr. Carter was born May 10, 1931 in...
2-part CCSO Firearms Safety Class July 7, 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) will host a two-part Citizens’ Firearms Safety Class in July. The classroom portion of the...
‘Imagine Your Story’ at the Cullman library
CULLMAN, Ala. – To make summer a little more interesting, the Cullman County Public Library’s main branch is offering a summer learning program for...
Arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CCSO deputies train to respond alone to active shooters
CULLMAN, Ala. - In 1999, two young men walked into Columbine High School in Colorado and began shooting students and teachers. The first officers...
This Saturday: Back the Blue rally in Good Hope, Juneteenth Community Cookout in Hanceville
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two much talked about events will take place in Cullman County Saturday, June 20. The Back the Blue Rally will be...
May Unemployment: Alabama’s rate drops to 9.9%, Cullman County’s to 7.6%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted May unemployment rate is 9.9%, down...
Celebration: Heritage Park receives ‘facelift’
CULLMAN, Ala. - After months of planting, painting, roofing and hail damage repair, a celebration was held at Heritage Park Thursday evening to commemorate...
Northbrook Baptist Church hosting family movie night this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Northbrook Baptist Church (NBC) invites the community out to the ball field behind the church Friday evening for its free family...
More than meets the eye: The Man Cave Market is a nursery, and so...
VINEMONT, Ala. - For years, twin brothers Pat and Chris Thompson would kick back after a long day making flower deliveries to florists around...
Obituary: Pauline Elizabeth Smith
Pauline Elizabeth Smith, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at the age of 88.
She was born April 6, 1932 in Cullman, AL...
Obituary: June Loyd Butts
Funeral services for June Loyd Butts, 83, of Walter, Alabama will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Hanceville Funeral Home. Reverend...
Cullman County Board of Education prepares to reopen classrooms Aug. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) on Thursday afternoon discussed plans to reopen schools and return to classrooms this fall....
4 Wallace State athletic programs named ACCC Academic Teams of the Year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College
athletics had four programs named Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC)
Academic Teams of the Year for the 2019-2020 academic...
Gwen Parker announces candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gwen Parker on Thursday announced her candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 3. Parker will face incumbent Johnny Cook in the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 18, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 18, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman EC launches Sprout Fiber Internet
Updated 6-18-20 at 3:38 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative on Thursday announced big news for its customers: the launch of Sprout Fiber...
‘I have 4 sons . . . Will I see them killed and no...
COLONY, Ala. - Colony’s mayor and town council, the county’s only currently-serving black elected officials, have a distinct perspective on recent events surrounding the...
Defund or defend? Long, Gentry, Culpepper talk about current attitudes toward law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - Life has recently become far more difficult for law enforcement officers across the country, as protest groups call for police agencies...
Obituary: Frances “Fran” Cecelia Minkowski Crawford Tucker
Frances "Fran" Cecelia Minkowski Crawford Tucker of Cullman passed away June 15, 2020 at the age of 85.
She was born Oct. 25, 1934 in...
Obituary: Jacqueline “Jackie” Moore
On June 16, 2020 Jacqueline “Jackie” Moore, 64, graduated from life on earth and is now living in Eternity with our Heavenly Father.
Jackie was...
Obituary: Debra Ann Marlin
Debra Ann Marlin, 56, of Falkville passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Cullman Regional.
She was born Oct. 8, 1963 to Harvey James and...
Pet of the Week: A Ray of Hope to brighten your day!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Ray-of-Hope is a 10-11-month-old terrier mix with...
‘We are trying to help’: Local company to manufacture hand sanitizer in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in May, The Tribune caught up with Gary “Sarge” Sargeant, owner of Hawg Engineering, as he was in Arizona assisting...
Celebrate Heritage Park this Thursday, June 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism invites everyone to come to Heritage Park and enjoy the newly-renovated facilities Thursday, June 18....
Anonymous patriot promotes value of all people, respect for American flag
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday evening, The Tribune encountered a distinct-looking gentleman out for a walk in Cullman, dressed in a “sauna suit” in...
Chamber mourns passing of Jackie Moore
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday announced the passing of its Director of Finance & Administration, Jackie Moore, 64.
The...
Arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Batter up! Miracle League kicks off baseball season
CULLMAN, Ala. - Monday evening, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) Therapeutic Recreation’s Miracle League kicked off its baseball season at the Field...
Drive-in good time
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 1,800 vehicles drove in Friday to Cullman’s York Farms, with concertgoers excited to see Country Music Hall of Famer...
Obituary: George Ellen Campbell
Funeral services for George Ellen Campbell, 84, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Friday, June 19, 2020 at White Oak Baptist Church with...
Obituary: Jerry Gayford Glover
Jerry Gayford Glover, 83, of Haleyville, AL, formerly of Cullman, AL, was born Feb. 25, 1937 the son of the late Coy and Iva...
Obituary: Debra Diane Watts
Debra Diane Watts, 57, of Double Springs entered into rest Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at her home.
Diane was born Jan. 18, 1963 in Haleyville,...
Obituary: Teresa A. Pearson
Teresa A. Pearson, 49, of Double Springs entered into rest Monday, June 15, 2020 at her home.
Teresa was born Nov. 23, 1970 in Jefferson...
Obituary: Kathleen Ida Parker
Graveside services for Kathleen Ida Parker, 83, of Cullman will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Douglas Durwood Morgan
Douglas Durwood Morgan, 64, of Warrior passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at Walker Rehabilitation Center. He was born May 27, 1956 to Ellis...
Popular eatery, The Fillin’ Station, closes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Fillin’ Station, a popular meat-and-three deli located inside the Texaco Station at 201 Second Ave. NW (U.S. Highway 31), has...
Garden City sets delinquent bill procedure, adopts flood damage prevention ordinance
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council Monday night set new parameters for the payment of water and sewage bills. The bills...
Courts: Brad Meeks appeals conviction in death of Curt Wilson
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bradford Neal Meeks on June 8 submitted a handwritten request to the Cullman County Circuit Court for an appeal of his...
4-year-old philanthropist donates piggy bank contents to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) administrative assistant Tonja Grace shared Sunday afternoon:
“Something happened this week that has been weighing on my...
‘We’re planning to keep on growing’: Easy Pickens Antique Market
Updated 6-17-20 at 10:24 a.m.
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email...
Mopar lovin’: Annual car show brings more than 100 Mopars, others to Sportsman Lake...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second Saturday of June marks an important occasion for car lovers in Cullman: the Pentastar South Car Club's annual Mopar (Chrysler-made...
Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point’s Cleghorn earns 2nd invitation to ALABCA All-Star Event
WEST POINT, Ala. – For
the second straight season, West Point standout Aubry Cleghorn has earned an
invitation the annual Alabama Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Event....
Berlin prepares for Census Day and fire department anniversary, discusses new subdivision
BERLIN, Ala. - Monday night, members of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department (BVFD) attended the Berlin Town Council meeting to discuss preparations for the...
Jenny Folsom announces bid for re-election to Cullman City Council, place 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council President Dr. Jenny Folsom on Tuesday announced her bid for re-election to Cullman City Council, place 5. The...
Abandoned house burns near Hanceville High School
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Early Tuesday morning, Hanceville firefighters were called to a structure fire off Stadium Street near the Hanceville High School baseball field....
‘This is a blessing’: State of Alabama takes possession of Smith Lake’s Duncan Bridge
ARLEY, Ala. – State legislators and Winston County officials on Monday gathered next to Duncan Bridge in Arley, where Senate Majority Leader Greg Reed,...
West Point council talks CR 1141 repaving
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday night discussed the paving of County Road 1141.
The Cullman County Commission recently informed...
Obituary: Janice Delores McKinney
A memorial service for Janice Delores McKinney, 81, of Cullman, Alabama was held at 3 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Garden City First...
Obituary: Roland Frances Hilby
Roland (Ron) Frances Hilby of Decatur, Alabama passed away at the Florence Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Florence Alabama June 12, 2020.
Ron was born...
Obituary: Julia Janet McCain
Julia Janet McCain, 88, passed away June 14, 2020 in Birmingham, Alabama.
Jan was born in Fairview, Alabama in Cullman County April 30, 1932 and...
Obituary: James Stanley Thompson
Funeral services for James Stanley Thompson, 66, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Redemption Church with Rodney Thompson...
Obituary: Charles Leo Waid, Sr.
Charles Leo Waid, Sr., 79, of Arley entered into rest Saturday, June 13, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Charles was born...
Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Childhaven’s Dr. Jim Wright set to retire
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Childhaven Board of Directors and Executive Director Dr. Jim Wright have announced Wright’s plans to retire at the end of...
Saint Bernard Prep to begin classes Aug. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saint Bernard Preparatory School has announced students will begin classes Monday, Aug. 17, 2020.
Each year faculty and staff work all summer...
Jade Sanford of Cullman named to Mary Baldwin University’s Dean’s List
STAUNTON, Va. - Jade Sanford of Cullman earned a place on the Spring 2020 Dean's List at Mary Baldwin University. To be eligible, a...
Hanceville’s Sebastian Campbell earns Dean’s List honors at Berry College
ROME, Ga. - The following area students were named to the Spring 2020 Dean's List at Berry College. The Dean's List honors students who...
Arley’s Marshall Bares earns degree from University of Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. - Marshall Bares, of Arley recently earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from the University of Tampa.
The virtual commencement ceremony...
Obituary: Teresa Speer
Funeral services for Teresa Speer, 63, of Hanceville will be at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 6 p.m.
Teresa Speer passed...
Smith Lake Park Public Boat Ramp to close June 18 for ‘1 or 2...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) on Sunday announced it will temporarily...
ADPH reports 1,014 news cases of COVID-19 Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Alabama Department of Public Health’s (ADPH) COVID-19 Data and Surveillance Dashboard reported 1,014 new cases of COVID-19 Sunday, bringing the four-day...
Cullman NASP social distancing archery tournament June 15-30
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) reopens its archery program with a “socially distant” National Archery in Schools Program (NASP)...
Funny Things from Yesterday: 2 snakes
The first of this article happened in the summer when I was a youngster.
Dale and I were staying at Mama and Papa Tidwell’s home....
Files from Yesteryear: 1904, 1937, 1954
From the Files of 1904:
A lively group of Decaturites came to Vinemont on Saturday and spent the day hunting chestnuts.
Born to Mr. and Mrs....
Saints Motorcycle Club visits Cullman’s Miracle League
CULLMAN, Ala. - Athletes from Cullman’s special needs Miracle League, along with their families, welcomed the Saints Motorcycle Club, cheered them on and thanked...
Obituary: Janice Ilene Hunter Cagle
Janice Ilene Hunter Cagle, 78, of Haleyville, Alabama went home to be with her Lord Friday, June 12, 2020. She was surrounded by her...
Obituary: Margaret White
Graveside services for Margaret White, 82, of Hanceville, Alabama will be at 10 a.m. Monday June 15, 2020 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.
Mrs. White...
Obituary: Thomas Clyde Smith
Graveside services for Thomas Clyde Smith, 80, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Etha Baptist Cemetery with John...
Obituary: Walter Callio
Memorial service details for Walter Callio, 86, of Cullman will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Callio passed away Friday, June 12, 2020 at...
For the love of Claire: Local dad launches patient advocacy service
CULLMAN, Ala. - After working in health care for more than a decade, Cullman County resident Jeff Byars thought he had a firm grasp...
ADPH reports 2,595 cases of COVID-19 in Alabama Thursday-Saturday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - More than 800 cases of COVID-19 were reported Thursday, June 11 (848), Friday, June 12 (859) and Saturday, June 13 (888)...
5 Cullman-area students earn degrees from Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the spring semester and Term 4 of...
Grab a burger and more at Whitlock’s General Store and Cafe
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
TRIMBLE, Ala. – Since...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Make room for Big Red!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has a few extra opportunities for love, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet...
Obituary: Gladys “Bonnie” Speakman
Mrs. Gladys "Bonnie" Speakman, 73, of Falkville, Alabama passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020.
Bonnie was born June 12, 1946 in Alabama to William Leroy...
Obituary: Magan Brittney Ford Ramirez
Magan Brittney Ford Ramirez of Holly Pond was called home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 6, 2020 at the age of 31.
Magan...
Obituary: Sue Durham Gilland
Sue Durham Gilland of Cullman passed away June 11, 2020 at the age of 76.
She was born Aug. 3, 1943 in Cullman to Bruce...
Obituary: Betty Sue Patterson
Betty Sue Patterson, 80, of Addison entered into rest Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Betty was born May 28, 1940 in...
ADPH: More than 800 COVID-19 cases reported both Thursday, Friday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday cautioned the public that the risk of contracting the novel coronavirus COVID-19 remains....
CATA seeks input on new public safety/firefighter course
VINEMONT, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Principal Billy Troutman is looking into the possibility of including a firefighter training course in the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Mopars by the Lake this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second Saturday of June marks the Pentastar South Car Club's annual Mopar show. The show was previously held at the...
‘Don’t drink and drive’: Signs near grounds of Friday’s Alan Jackson concert honor memory...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just ahead of Friday’s Alan Jackson drive-in concert at the Rock the South (RTS) venue at the intersection of County Roads...
42 years, more than 8K babies: Dr. Howard Williamson, beloved by his patients, retires
CULLMAN, Ala. - After 42 years practicing obstetrics and gynecology in Cullman, Dr. Howard Williamson recently retired. Williamson, who began practicing in 1978, estimates...
Dodge City pays off CR 216 bridge project loan with back taxes from local...
DODGE CITY, Ala. – The Dodge City Town Council on Thursday night voted to pay off the balance of its loan for the County...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic earns 2020 Gold Rating from NAFC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Good Samaritan Health Clinic earned a 2020 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality...
San Diego Padres select Levi Thomas in 2020 MLB Draft
TROY, Ala. –
Junior Levi Thomas was selected by the San Diego Padres with the
109th pick in the fourth round of the 2020 MLB Draft, Thursday
evening. Thomas becomes the sixth Trojan...
Obituary: Darlene Louise Sayre
Memorial service details are incomplete at this time for Darlene Louise Sayre, 61, of Logan.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family.
Mrs....
Obituary: Eileen Francis Paden
Eileen Francis Paden, 72, of Cullman passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at her residence. She was born Wednesday, June 11, 1947 to Sam...
Obituary: Gerald Glen Hester, Jr.
Graveside services for Gerald Glen Hester, Jr., 55, of Vinemont will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Panama Baptist Cemetery with...
Obituary: Ruby Nell (Pugh) Lay
Mrs. Ruby Nell (Pugh) Lay, 86, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Mrs. Lay was born April 14, 1934 to Riley...
Steve Cummings declares candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – Steve Cummings on Thursday announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 4. Cummings will face incumbent Clint Hollingsworth in the...
Q&A with Shane Quick about Friday’s Alan Jackson concert
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shane Quick, of Premier Productions and Rock the South, held a media briefing Thursday afternoon at the Rock the South venue,...
APLICATIONS
Hanceville City Council updates community on pool
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, April 25, the Hanceville City Council updated the community on the community pool, the...
