Pet of the Week: Satisfy your sweet tooth with Fudge Swirl!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter Volunteer Donna Ruttkay shared Monday that the last Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, Spencer, has been...
Latest health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the latest health scores reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) for food establishments in Cullman County.
Establishment...
Cullman County’s Raegan Lindsey receives 4-H Foundation scholarship
AUBURN, Ala. – The Alabama 4-H Foundation recently awarded 35 scholarships to 4-H high school seniors. Scholarships for $1,000 were presented at a recognition...
“Sassy at 60 Plus!” Colony fashion show to benefit community senior center
COLONY, Ala. - This Saturday evening, Aug. 24, the town of Colony will be celebrating its seniors and helping them out a little with...
BFFs breaking the ‘rules:’ Cross-county friendship defies historical rivalry
CULLMAN, Ala. - In today’s world of social media bickering and political divisiveness, many could learn a lesson from two amazing young women from...
(Update) Cullman man killed in Jones Chapel motorcycle crash
Updated 8-20-19 at 10:25 a.m.
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed as a result of single-vehicle crash Monday afternoon along the 3500...
Obituary: Estelle Hendrix Price
Estelle Hendrix Price of Cullman, Alabama passed away Aug. 19, 2019.
She was born Jan. 4, 1927 to W. P. and Annie R. Hendrix.
Her husband,...
Obituary: Theresa Dale Garner
Theresa Dale Garner, 40, of Arley, entered into rest Friday, Aug. 16, 2019 at Walker Baptist Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
She was...
City school board holds 1st FY2020 budget hearing
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held its first proposed budget hearing for the upcoming fiscal year Monday, with its regular board...
Berlin council plans for big year ahead
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening had an agenda packed with the future of the state’s newest incorporated municipality. During...
West Point talks new website, County Road 1143
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday night continued its discussion about the creation of a new town website.
The...
Garden City votes to enter township deputy contract with CCSO
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Garden City Town Council on Monday night voted to enter into a township deputy contract with the Cullman County...
Alabama ranked no. 4 most Fortnite-obsessed state in 2019
Whether or not you’re a video game player, you’ve likely heard of the game Fortnite. Fortnite is arguably the most popular video game out...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 19, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 19, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Search for Kelsey Starling resumes today on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – The search for Kelsey Starling, 26, of Troy, who has been missing since a boating accident on Smith Lake the night...
Friends ride to remember Wayne Mills
CULLMAN, Ala. - On what would have been Wayne Mills’ 50th birthday, Hawg Engineering hosted the second annual Wayne Mills Memorial Ride Saturday to...
Seed saving 101
Bethany A. O’Rear, regional horticulture agent for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System
As our summer vegetable and flower gardens are winding down, why not...
Letter to the Editor: New federal public charge rule will hurt families and children...
A new Department of Homeland Security regulation published last Monday will harm the health and well-being of thousands of Alabama families. The so-called public...
Obituary: Patricia Ann Swann
It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Ann Swann announces her passing Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 at the age of 56.
She...
Senior Spotlight: Cullman’s John Tillman, part 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - As you walk into the front doors of Cullman High School, to your right is Tillman Hall, named in honor of...
Files from Yesteryear: 1940
From the files of 1940:
Helton Rites Held
Mrs. Della Helton, age 60, of Cullman, Route Three, died on May 10th. Funeral services were held...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Dale County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Historic ships visit north Alabama ports
GUNTERSVILLE, DECATUR, Ala. - It’s a good time to be a maritime history fan in north Alabama, as ports in the region welcome sailing...
Obituary: Brian Hays Abbott
Memorial services for Mr. Brian Hays Abbott, 57, of Holly Pond are incomplete at this time.
Brian was born March 25, 1962 and passed away...
Obituary: Bobbie Nell Willis
Interment for Mrs. Bobbie Nell Willis, 85, of Trimble, will be held at Meadowlawn Memorial Park in Enterprise, Alabama.
Mrs. Willis passed away Friday, August...
Obituary: Dixie White Thomas
Dixie White Thomas of Hoover passed away Aug. 16, 2019 at the age of 82.
She was born Dec. 20, 1936 to L.C. and Tempie...
Obituary: Michael E. Bryant
Hanceville Funeral Home announces the death of Michael E. Bryant, 48, of Garden City. Services will be announced at a later date.
A guide to 2020 Census
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama and U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham visited Cullman, addressing...
Wallace State/CCBOE partnership puts students on fast track to success
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tucked away on a corner of the Wallace State Community College (WSCC) campus is a collection of non-traditional classrooms designed to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs ready to bounce back in McCain’s second season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - With a solid-sized senior class missing from last year’s team, including several that are gearing up to play at the college...
PREP FOOTBALL: Raiders eyeing another postseason appearance in 2019
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Last year, 2018, was a historic season for Good Hope High School. The Raiders posted a 9-1 record in the...
Lightning bugs: summer’s night light
AUBURN, Ala. – Many southerners have fond memories of catching lightning bugs on a summer’s night. The fascination surrounding these insects always invoke curious...
A place to call home: Low-cost veteran community coming to Crane Hill
CRANE HILL, Ala. - The Crane Hill community will soon be home to an 11-cottage development for veterans. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new...
Hanceville Police K-9 Unit making big impact on drug arrests
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Tribune had the opportunity to sit down Friday afternoon and talk with Hanceville Police Department Sgt. Joshua Howell and his...
Obituary: Petsey Hope Phillips
It is with great sadness that the family of Petsey Hope Phillips announces her passing on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 at the age of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats gearing up for new year with new coach
CULLMAN, Ala. - With more than a dozen seniors missing from last year’s roster, several of whom were impact players on both sides of...
Cullman’s Glasscock speaks at chamber community luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. –
With football season less than a week away, the Cullman Area Chamber of
Commerce decided to invite the newest local coach to speak...
‘Sweet Grown Alabama’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Shoppers who want to buy local will soon have a new way to identify products raised in the state, thanks to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison preparing for another postseason run
ADDISON, Ala. --2018 was another great season for the Addison Bulldogs. After advancing to the quarterfinals of last year’s AHSAA Football Playoffs and finishing...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 16. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
(Update) Cullman man identified as victim in Scenic Drive blaze
Updated 8-16-19 at 8:00 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man died Friday morning in a house fire along the 800 block of Scenic Drive...
ALEA welcomes 32 new State Troopers
SELMA, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) welcomed 32 new members to its family Thursday, Aug. 15, during Trooper Class 2019-A’s graduation...
Alabama sets new record low unemployment rate at 3.3%; Cullman’s rate falls to 2.6%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama set four new economic records in July, Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday. July’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate is...
Gudger, Harbison field questions at Community Forum in Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope and Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman came to Good Hope to meet with constituents and local...
The Shaddix Company breaks ground on new location in Vinemont
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – A groundbreaking ceremony Thursday morning celebrated the family-owned The Shaddix Company’s upcoming move from Cullman to the town of South...
River Valley Ingredients senior vice president issues statement on June 6 spill
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Tyson Foods subsidiary River Valley Ingredients recently took another step in responding to the spill that occurred at its Hanceville plant...
Obituary: Edward Earl Malone
Graveside services for Edward Earl Malone, 78, of Muscle Shoals will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019 at Jones Chapel Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Jerell Denton Box
Jerell Denton Box, 81, of Addison passed away Aug. 15, 2019 at his home.
Jerell was born March 16, 1938 in Lawrence County, TN. He...
Obituary: Gary Wayne Lester
Gary Wayne Lester, 65, of Double Springs entered into rest Aug. 13, 2019 at his residence.
Gary was born Dec. 2, 1953, in Hodges, Alabama....
CHS Alumni Soccer, Baseball Games coming up this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala.
– Football season is on everyone’s mind right now but there will be a couple of
special events involving some other sports going on...
Keep on movin’ at the Donald E. Green Senior Center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, a wonderful group of ladies meets at the Donald E. Green Senior Center ready for dance...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hwy. 69/Wesley Ave. getting a red light
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview confirmed Thursday that Gov. Kay Ivey has approved a project for improvements,...
(Update) City dams Ryan Creek in Carroll Acres following fire at Professional Coatings
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman has dammed Ryan Creek in the Carroll Acres subdivision following an early Thursday morning fire at Professional...
‘Vitally important’: Gov. Ivey, U.S. Census Director visit Cullman to promote 2020 population count
"Folks, if we turn out at the rate we did in 2000, we will lose two congressional seats. If we turn out to...
Fire severely damages building at Professional Coatings in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around 3:40 a.m. Thursday, Cullman Fire Rescue, supported by the Vinemont-Providence Volunteer Fire Department, Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office...
Wallace State unveils new program offerings this fall
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College is introducing a number of new program offerings during the Fall 2019 semester to meet demand for...
Obituary: Isaiah Estes Livingston
Visitation for Mr. Isaiah Estes Livingston, 99, of Gordo will be Thursday evening at Cullman Funeral Home, 461 U.S. Hwy. 278 E, Cullman, AL...
Obituary: Lee Mark Patterson
Lee Mark Patterson, 79, of Addison, entered into rest Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Lee was born April...
Obituary: Callene Noblett
Callene Noblett, 83, of Double Springs passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Callene was born Nov. 10, 1935. She was...
Gastric sleeve weight loss surgery now offered at Cullman Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is offering laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy surgery. This operation, also known as the gastric sleeve procedure, is a minimally invasive...
ADMH, ALSDE promote attendance awareness in Alabama schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In August and September, the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) joins with the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) to...
Beyond halftime: Meek Band of Champions ready for marching season
ARLEY, Ala. - The Meek High School Band of Champions has been hard at work preparing its 2019 halftime show, “Beyond.” The band held...
St. Bernard Prep announces growth in enrollment
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the arrival of the new school year, St. Bernard Prep on Wednesday announced growth in enrollment with the addition of...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 14, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Governor awards $308K grant to aid crime victims
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $308,904 grant to the Victims of Crime and Leniency (VOCAL) Angel House in Montgomery to...
Cullman native Melissa Warnke named Alabama State Bar director of communications
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Bar has hired Cullman native Melissa Johnson Warnke as its director of communications.
In the newly created position, Warnke...
Espy, Jr. pleads guilty to murder, Garner convicted of attempted murder
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Aug. 9, three days ahead of a trial scheduled on the Aug. 12, 2019 docket, Robert Gene Espy, Jr.,...
Colony unhappy with tax service after state levies fine for missing reports
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening returned to the tax issues that were the topic of a special called meeting...
Vinemont revisits golf cart debate, talks fuel-tax projects
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met Tuesday night, and as she promised at July’s meeting, resident Leann Evans, who last month confronted...
Pet of the Week: Spencer’s looking for his forever home
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week:
Spencer is a 1-year-old hound mix. He’s...
Obituary: Gary Dewayne Quinn
Gary Dewayne Quinn of Bremen, Alabama passed away Aug. 13, 2019 at the age of 57.
He was born in Cullman on Nov. 20, 1961...
Obituary: Lee Clinton Crigger
Funeral services for Lee Clinton Crigger, 83, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Charles Dominick Monte, Jr.
Memorial services for Charles Dominick Monte, Jr., 90, of Hayden will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Cullman...
Obituary: Nancy Jean Peek
Graveside services for Nancy Jean Peek, 47, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Ebenezer Cemetery, Rev. Greg Lee...
Obituary: James Louis “Charlie” Moore
Funeral services for James Louis “Charlie” Moore, 63, of Hanceville will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Commission awards almost $9K to library ahead of 2020 Census
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday voted to give the Cullman County Public Library System $8,881.98 to update its computer systems...
Topre receives Excellence in Value award from Honda for 8th straight year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Topre America Corporation in Cullman on Tuesday was presented the 2018 Excellence in Value award from Honda. Out of 45 original...
New Alabama law requires CDL programs to teach drivers how to recognize human trafficking
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - On Monday, Aug. 12, Gov. Kay Ivey held an official signing ceremony to give public recognition to several bills passed during...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 13, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 13, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Good Hope applying for state funding for Exit 305 lighting; building permit fees changed
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council Monday night discussed several road improvement ideas, with the opportunity to apply for infrastructure project...
City signs off on access road project, recognizes local athletes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council put its official stamp of approval on the construction of an industrial access road between County Road...
Whatever happened to Nosey the elephant?
HOHENWALD, Tenn. - In Nov. 2017, after a failed attempt to put on a circus performance in Cullman, The Liebling Bros. Family Circus put...
Obituary: Elsa Josephine Thomas
Funeral services for Elsa Josephine Thomas, 84, of Crane Hill will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 16, 2019 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Obituary: Ruby Jones Bailey
Ruby Jones Bailey, 95, of the Brooklyn community, passed away Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019.
She was born Nov. 20, 1923 to John Henry and Susanne...
Obituary: Annette Marie Russell
Funeral services for Annette Marie Russell, 49, of Hanceville, AL will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial...
Obituary: Dr. Walter Bernard Brumleve, Jr.
On Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019 Dr. Walter Bernard Brumleve, Jr. of Vinemont, Alabama passed away at the age of 64.
Walter was born Jan. 26,...
Baileyton hosts 7th Annual Roger Latham Memorial Horse Show
BAILEYTON, Ala.- The seventh annual Roger Latham Memorial Horse Show was held Friday and Saturday at the Baileyton Arena to benefit the Parkside and...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 12, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 12, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Andy Burcham named voice of the Auburn Tigers
AUBURN, Ala.—Andy
Burcham, who has been part of Auburn radio broadcasts for the previous 31 years
in various capacities, has been named the lead announcer for...
Morgan County man who faked own death pleads guilty
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A Morgan County man who faked his death pled guilty Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019 in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Jay...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Fayette County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Upcoming programs at the North Alabama Agriplex
Aug. 15 - Heritage Skills Sacred Harp Singing - 6 p.m.
North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Talley Ho Street, Cullman, AL 35056, 256-297-1044
Join local Sacred Harp...
Obituary: Lowell Chestine Kirkpatrick
Lowell Chestine Kirkpatrick, 76, of Haleyville, Alabama was born March 21, 1943 and passed away Aug. 11, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his...
Obituary: Frances Juliana Butler
Frances Juliana Butler, 87, passed away Aug. 9, 2019 at her home, surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Krefeld, Germany Sept. 25, 1931 to Franz...
Eva woman killed in single-vehicle wreck
EVA, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash at 11:35 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10 claimed the life of an Eva woman.
Christal Sharee Miller, 28, was killed...
Vinemont Baptist Church preparing to celebrate 100th anniversary
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Sunday, Aug. 18, 2019, Vinemont Baptist Church will celebrate 100 years of service to its community.
As the congregation prepared, local...
Remember When: Area seniors recall their high school days
CULLMAN, Ala. - Seniors from across the county come to Cullman’s Donald E. Green Senior Center to participate in fun activities and enjoy a...
Files from Yesteryear: 1917, 1937
From the files of 1917:
Reverend R. Pfeiffer is the new pastor of Saint John’s Church.
Miss Helen Masserman has returned to Seymore, Indiana after a...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Walker County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
APLICATIONS
Local schools gearing up for Friday nights on the gridiron
CULLMAN, Ala. –
Cullman County Schools’ second annual Media Day is in the books and all seven
county schools are gearing up for the start of...
