Community Events: Friday, April 8
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2016 State of the Schools Address Given; Students and Teachers of the Year Awarded
Photo: Cullman City Schools Secondary Teacher of the Year, Cullman High School's Jackie Donaldson, with her daughter.
HANCEVILLE - Tonight, April 7, the 2016...
Obituary: Cleora Catherine “Dink” Windsor
Cleora Catherine "Dink" Windsor, 86, passed away April 6, 2016. She suffered a stroke earlier this year and never recovered. She left this earth...
Obituary: Sharon Moody Noojin
Sharon Moody Noojin age 70, of Oneonta, passed away on April 6, 2016, at a local hospital. Mrs. Noojin was a member of the...
Obituary: Minnie Leah Norris Nickles
Minnie Leah Norris Nickles, age 76, was born October 27, 1939 and passed away on April 6, 2016, in Oneonta, at TLC Nursing Center....
Obituary: Wilma Olene Baker
Service information for Wilma Olene Baker is unavailable at this time. Please check later for service information.
Arrangements under the direction of Moss-Service Funeral Home,...
Obituary: Jearl Wayne McClendon
Service information for Jearl Wayne McClendon is unavailable at this time. Please check later for service information.
Arrangements under the direction of Moss-Service Funeral Home,...
Cullman County High School Softball Tournament Recap
FAIRVIEW - Here is a look back at the Cullman County High School Softball Tournament prior to Wednesday's Championship Title game.
West Point 14, Cold...
First Phase of Repair on U.S. 278 Slope Complete
HUNTSVILLE - The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that all lanes of U.S. Highway 278 are now open following completion of the first...
Hopper’s Family Market and Pharmacy Hosts “Sweep” To Help Area Children
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month and we know that part of stopping child abuse is feeding hungry people, feeding the children.”
Nancy Bryant
Photo: Members...
West Point Takes County Softball Crown for Third Straight Year
FAIRVIEW - Never showing a sign of panic, the West Point Lady Warriors’ incredible run through the loser's bracket of the Cullman County Softball...
Community Events: Thursday, April 7
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Obituary: Anthony Wayne “Buster” Jackson
Anthony Wayne "Buster" Jackson entered into rest April 5, 2016.
Complete obituary and announcements will be announced at a later time.
Obituary: Bradley Kyle Reynolds
Bradley Kyle Reynolds entered into rest April 6, 2016.
Complete obituary and announcements will be announced at a later time.
Obituary: Gary Lynn Reid
Graveside service for Gary Lynn Reid, 45, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Friday, April 8, 2016 at Holly Pond Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obits: Wayne Cole
Wayne Cole, age 61, of Springville, passed away on April 5, 2016. Mr. Cole was a member of Hulletts Chapel Methodist Church in Springville...
Obituary: Jacob Forest King
Graveside services for Jacob Forest King, age 23, of Cullman, were on April 8, 2016, at 1 p.m., at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, in...
Obituary: Robert Lee “Bob” Martin
Robert Lee “Bob” Martin, age 86, of Blountsville, died on April 3, 2016, at Saint Vincent’s East Hospital in Birmingham. He was born in...
Obituary: Jo Farley Taylor
Jo Farley Taylor, age 89, of Springville, passed away on April 1, 2016. She was the secretary of New Hope Church and a founding...
Berlin Community Taking First Steps Toward Incorporation
BERLIN - The community of Berlin is taking the first steps toward incorporation. This Saturday, April 9, there will be an open house at...
Baileyton Town Council Meets; Discusses New and Expanding Businesses, Honoring a Hometown Hero
BAILEYTON - A regular Baileyton Town Council meeting was held on Monday night, April 4, at Baileyton Town Hall. The biggest topics for the...
A Chat with Kenneth Walker
Photo: Kenneth Walker, in his office, taking a call from Mitch Smith Chevy for his truck bed business.
CULLMAN - Cullman County Commission Chairman Kenneth...
Wallace State softball keeps pace atop ACCC North standings with sweep of Southern Union
Photo: Wallace State sophomore Olivia Royal (14) is obstructed by Southern Union shortstop Carly Alderman as Royal attempts a steal in the second game...
Long Ball Dooms Cats
RUSSELLVILLE - It was a beautiful afternoon for baseball on Tuesday as the defending 6A state champ Cullman Bearcats traveled northwest to take on...
Obituary: Jim Stanton
Memorial Services for Jim Stanton will be Saturday, April 9, 2016, at 2 p.m., at First Baptist Church of Gadsden, AL. Visitation will be...
Obituary: Deborah Diane Green
Deborah Diane Green, age 60, passed away on April 3, 2016, at her Altoona residence. She was born on January 22, 1956, in Blount...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Kuykendall
Funeral Service for Rebecca Ann Kuykendall, age 64 of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 07, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Theaford L. Martin
Theaford L. Martin, age 55, died on March 27, 2016, at his Pinson residence. He was born in Hamon, Indiana. Mr. Martin was predeceased...
Obituary: Joe Keith Burnham
Funeral services for Joe Keith Burnham, 85, will be held at 2 p.m., April 7, 2016 at Moss Service Funeral Home Chapel with Rev....
Obituary: Reverend Thomas Edwin Self
Reverend Thomas Edwin Self, age 92, of Oneonta, passed away on April 2, 2015. He was a retired United Methodist Minister after more than...
Obituaries: Rayford Fallin
Funeral services for Rayford Fallin, 82, of Corner will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 7, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Dr. Sammie...
Obituary: Marolyn Morgan
Marolyn Morgan, age 71, of Ashville, passed away on March 29, 2016 at a Birmingham Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth Marshall...
Obituary: James “Jim” Garnett Faust, Jr
James “Jim” Garnett Faust, Junior, age 85, of Oneonta, passed away on March 31, 2016 at the Golden Living Center. Mr. Faust worked for...
Obituary: Richard Elvis Copeland
Mr. Richard Elvis Copeland, Sr., 68 of Hanceville, passed away late Tuesday night on March 29, 2016, in Cullman. He was born in Warrior,...
Obituaries: Eligah K. Graves
Service information for Eligah K. Graves is unavailable at this time.
Arrangements under the direction of Moss-Service Funeral Home, Cullman, Alabama.
Community Events: Wednesday, April 6
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Morton Buildings, Inc. Construction...
City Planning Commission- April Meeting Notes
CULLMAN - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met in the Lucille N. Galin Auditorium at Cullman City Hall on Monday evening with a...
Bigger is Better: 2016 Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN - Cullman City Parks and Recreation will host the annual Strawberry Festival on Friday and Saturday, May 6 and 7, at Depot Park...
Field of Dreams
CULLMAN - April 4 marked Opening Day for Major League Baseball, and for some very special local athletes, it marked Opening Day of the...
Wallace State Singers paying tribute to decades of music at WSCC
HANCEVILLE - As part of Wallace State Community College’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, the Wallace State Singers will present a special concert commemorating the last...
Community Events: Tuesday, April 5
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Morton Buildings, Inc. Construction...
2nd Annual Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run May 14
CULLMAN - On Saturday, May 14 at 8 a.m., Stony Lonesome OHV Park will host its second annual 5K Mud Run.
The event started last...
Cullman’s Wilson on Top in 20th Annual Bert McGriff CHS Invitational
CULLMAN - Everything seemed to go the way Cullman senior Luke Wilson wanted at the 20th Annual Bert McGriff/Cullman High Invitational at Terri Pines...
Historical Profile: The Cullman Tribune, Alabama’s Oldest Continuously Published Weekly Newspaper
CULLMAN - The Cullman Tribune is the oldest continuously published weekly newspaper in Alabama. It is also Cullman County’s oldest business. Its pages have...
CullmanSense Acquires “The Cullman Tribune”
CULLMAN - On April 1, CullmanSense officially acquired The Cullman Tribune, Alabama’s oldest continuously published weekly newspaper. CullmanSense publishers Noah Galilee and Dustin Isom...
Community Events: Monday, April 4
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City of Cullman Planning...
Obituary: Charles Tucker
Charles Tucker, 56 of Lynn, entered into rest on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
Charles was born on April 25, 1959.
Arrangements...
Obituary: Matthew Douglas Johnson
A memorial service for Matthew Douglas Johnson will be held Tuesday, April 05, 2016 beginning at 6 p.m. at Longview Church of God, located...
Obituary: Frances Imogene Jones
Funeral Service for Frances Imogene Jones, age 93 of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2016 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Sherrell J. Floyd
Funeral services for Mrs. Sherrell J. Floyd, 74 of Cullman, will be 1 p.m. Monday, April 4, 2016, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home Chapel....
Obituary: Donald Dale Tidwell
Don was born August 25, 1933 in Holly Pond. He passed away Friday, April 1, 2016, 2:06 a.m. at his residence, 1035 Edwardian Way,...
Obituary: Charlie Jones
Charlie Jones, 71 of Haleyville, entered into rest on April 2, 2016 at his home.
Complete obituary and arrangement information will be announced Monday afternoon.
Miracle League Baseball Ready for Home Runs and Loads of Fun
CULLMAN - On Monday, April 4, Spring Miracle League Baseball will begin another season of giving those with disabilities the opportunity to play a...
Profile: Baileyton Volunteer Fire Department
We are proud of the station we have been able to build that will last well into the future.”
Baileyton Volunteer Fire Department Chief Zachary...
In Honor of National Library Week, CCPL Invites You to Meet and Greet Local...
CULLMAN – The Cullman County Public Library is hosting a Meet and Greet the Author event on Tuesday, April 12, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in...
Dancing for a Cause a Smash Hit at CHS
Dancing for a Cause 2016 was a hit. Thank you to our sponsors, contestants and volunteers. What a fun evening!”
Keri Payne, The Factory Dance...
Wallace State baseball splits doubleheader against Snead State, remaining at top of ACCC North...
Photo: Wallace State shortstop Johnny Sklopan loads up to record an out at first in the Lions’ game against Snead State.
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State...
Cold Springs Excels to 1st Place in April Fools Invitational
COLD SPRINGS - Cranford Stricklin Stadium on the campus of Cold Springs High School is a difficult venue during the springtime for the opposition.
The...
Community Events: Sunday, April 3
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Sunday Brunch Buffet at...
Saturday’s Colors of Cancer Day Celebrates Fighters, Survivors, Friends and Families
Photo shows Guardians of the Ribbon Lower Alabama Chapter members with (l-r) Cullman County Commissioner, Place 1, Kerry Watson; Cullman County Commission Chairman Kenneth...
Cullman County Rescue Squad to Hold Car Show April 30
CULLMAN - On Saturday, April 30, the Cullman County Rescue Squad will hold a car show at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. The squad hopes...
Community Events: Friday, April 2
Walk for Autism Cullman
Fun Day and Walk for Autism at Heritage Park. Food, Fun, Inflatables, Games, Resource Fair, Free Health Screenings provided by Cullman...
Phase 1 Repair Work on U.S. Highway 278 West at New Bridge is Now...
CULLMAN - Phase one repair work on U.S. Highway 278 West at New Bridge/Kugler Creek is now complete, pending inspection and removal of traffic...
Cullman Primary School Set to Celebrate 20 Years
CULLMAN - Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next week with fun-filled events scheduled for the facility and students...
Townson Proclaims April 2016 Child Abuse Awareness Month in the City of Cullman
Pictured are: Blakely Hopper (Brooks' Place), Gail Swafford (Brooks' Place), Javon Daniel (Cullman Caring for Kids), Mayor Max A. Townson, Nancy Bryant (Cullman Caring...
Internet Safety: Why Worry About What Your Children Do Online?
My perspective is that predators are everywhere and they have direct access to your children through their computers and through their cell phones.”
Assistant U.S....
2016 April Walking Tours: Explore Cullman’s Rich History
We have a very interesting walk planned for you this year. This event is free, so what is stopping you?”
Drew Green, Cullman County Museum
CULLMAN...
Community Events: Friday, April 1
Light It Up Blue Autism Celebration
Friday, April 1; Heritage Park- Woodland side (Memorial Fountain/stage area). Kick-off event with blue lights. Free food and fun....
Obituary: Edwin Dale Stewart
Memorial Services for Edwin Dale Stewart, age 61 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Calvary Apostolic Church...
Obituary: Jimmie Wayne Judkins
Jimmie Wayne Judkins, age 69, of Cullman died Wednesday, March 30, 2016.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Johnson Judkins; daughter, Tara Jo (Shane)...
Wallace State’s men’s golf team finishes 3rd at Glen Lakes Invitational
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State’s men’s golf team finished third Tuesday at the Glen Lakes Invitational in Foley, shooting a 13-over par 877.
The Lions have...
Obituary: Leroy Arrington
Funeral services for Leroy Arrington, 86, of Cullman will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Hughlen...
Obituary: William C. “Sonny” Pichelmayer
Funeral services for William C. “Sonny” Pichelmayer, 86, of Hanceville will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Child Development program offers semester-long stackable certificates; addresses need for qualified professionals nationwide
HANCEVILLE - In the midst of rebuilding the Child Development program at Wallace State Community College, program director Dr. Marcie Hill created new options...
The Life and Times of Mother Angelica, Part 1
Photo: Rita Antoinette Rizzo, held by her mother Mae Helen Rizzo
HANCEVILLE - Mother Angelica, given name Rita Antoinette Rizzo, was born in Canton,...
Community Events: Thursday, March 31
Cullman Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours – Speed Networking
March 31, 5-7:30 p.m., The Abbey Byre at St. Bernard. Make 100 connections in ONE...
Obituary: Daphne Watson
Memorial services for Daphne Watson, 90, of Hanceville are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Tommy Wayne Reaves
Tommy Wayne Reaves, age 66 of Vinemont, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at his residence. He was born August 22, 1949 in Cullman...
Traffic Stop Leads to a Pair of Arrests; Meth Seized
CULLMAN – Agents with the Cullman Narcotics Enforcement Team (CNET) arrested Jose Luis Pesina, 25, of Blountsville, and Santos Lynn Thomas, 26, of Cullman,...
Delton Blalock, Cullman Tribune Editor and Owner for 26 Years, Set to Retire; Newspaper...
I would like to express my deep gratitude to hundreds of Tribune readers, advertisers, columnists and supporters. This has been the most rewarding, as...
April 6 Job Fair Offers Employment Opportunities
HANCEVILLE - Wallace State Community College is hosting a job fair on Wednesday, April 6, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., at the School of...
Cullman Soccer Celebrates Senior Recognition with Shutouts
CULLMAN - Getting a rare opportunity to play together at home on the same day, Cullman High School's soccer program made it senior recognition...
Good Hope City Council Meets; April Declared Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, Hwy...
Photo: Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett signed a proclamation declaring April 2016 Child Abuse Prevention & Awareness Month. Bartlett is pictured with Cullman Caring...
Obituary: Roy Edward Heeb
Memorial services for Roy Edward Heeb, 90, of Hanceville will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the Kingdom Hall...
Community Events: Wednesday, March 30
Relay For Life Swamp John’s Dinner
The team from Seventh Street Baptist Church is hosting a Swamp John’s meal on Wednesday, March 30 in their...
Obituary: Willodean Trussell Smith
Funeral services for Willodean Trussell Smith will be held at Moss-Service Funeral Home at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2016.
Arrangements under the direction...
Obituary: Larry Wallace Stidham
Larry Wallace Stidham age 60 of Cullman, died Sunday, March 27, 2016.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Jeffery Stidham
He is survived by...
Obituary: Helen Burrow Blalock
Mrs. Helen Burrow Blalock passed away March 26, 2016. She was 89 years old.
Funeral Services for Mrs. Blalock will be March 30, 2016 at...
Obituary: Cleopatra “Pat” Clark Selby
Cleopatra "Pat" Clark Selby, 75, of Huntsville passed away Sunday, March 27, 2016, at Huntsville Hospital. She was born April 25, 1941, in Winston...
Obituary: Flossie Loretta Campbell
Funeral services for Flossie Loretta Campbell, 80, of Good Hope will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2016, at Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Edith Marie Purdy
Funeral services for Edith Marie Purdy, 84, of Hanceville will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home;...
Obituary: Bobby Ray Dempsey
Bobby Ray Dempsey, 72 of Haleyville, entered into rest on March 27, 2016.
Mr. Dempsey was born on May 15, 1943 in Red Bay, Alabama....
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
Photo shows, from l-r, Brenda Scott, Mayor Townson, Rhonda Van Zandt
CULLMAN – On Monday, March 28, Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson proclaimed March 29, 2016...
West Elementary Students Hold Invention Convention
CULLMAN - Third- and fourth-grade students in West Elementary School’s Discovery gifted program last month held an Invention Convention on the school’s campus.
After completing...
Rough and Tumble Stony Lonesome- Can You Handle It?
Photo shows Park Manager Tyler Lindsey offering advice to a driver on how to make it up Donkey Punch.
BREMEN - “It’s like a roller...
Freeman and the Eagles Dominate Addison
ADDISON - On a chilly but sun-drenched afternoon, the Cold Springs Eagles flew into Addison to take on the Bulldogs.
It did not take the...
Cullman City Council Meets- Saving Forgotten Warriors Honored, Municipal Golf Course Renamed
Photos shows Cullman Mayor Max A. Townson and U.S. Marine Sgt. Jeremy Hogan (center) with members of Hogan's nonprofit Saving Forgotten Warriors and the...
Cullman’s Wilson Holds off Muscle Shoals to Win Good Hope Invitational
GOOD HOPE - Cullman's Luke Wilson was ready to get back to the golf course after last week’s spring break. His performance in the...
Arrest Made in Early Monday Morning Burglary
CULLMAN - Cullman Police arrested Jonathan Kerry Smith, 42, of Cullman early Monday morning at Five Points Grocery. At approximately 2 a.m., CPD received...
CRMC to Host Foundation Gala April 16
Photos shows the CRMC Foundation Executive Committee at last year’s gala. Pictured, l-r: Front row: Champ Crocker, Vice President; Stephanie Jowers, President; Dr. Jeremy...
APLICATIONS
Local schools hosting Veterans Day events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several Cullman County schools and those in the surrounding area will host Veterans Day programs to allow students to honor the...
