Obituary: Margaret Marie McAnalley
Funeral Service for Margaret Marie McAnalley, age 80 of Blountsville, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: September Lavone Finch
September Lavone Finch, age 62, of Cullman, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at UAB Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She...
CCBOE talks winter bus safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has tips for bus riders this winter.
Tips include:
Dress warmly and get to bus stops early
Wear bright colors if...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville pulls away to top Vinemont in OT 46-38; Lady Eagles collect...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles traveled to Lane Horton Gymnasium Friday night for a pair of big area games against the Hanceville Bulldogs. Both local...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits varsity matchups with Sumiton Christian
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted a pair of varsity games with Sumiton Christian Friday night and the Bulldog teams came away with a split. The...
Christkindlmarkt doubles in size, now open daily through Dec. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt has doubled in size since last year. For the first time, and it is now open daily through...
Cullman County Schools holds Middle School Student Expo
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County middle school students on Wednesday, Dec. 11, gathered for the first-ever Cullman County Schools Middle School Student Expo, held...
Obituary: Reiko Shimizu Stanfield Deter
Reiko Shimizu Stanfield Deter died peacefully in her sleep on December 11, 2024 at Woodland Village in Cullman, Alabama.
She was born Reiko Shimizu on...
Obituary: Kipp Lynn Merritt
Funeral service for Kipp Lynn Merritt, age 59 of Decatur, will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Cross Country competes in 1st indoor races
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College recently participated in the Birmingham Indoor Icebreaker event in Birmingham, competing in four meets in a field...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 13, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 13, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Regional welcomes urologist Louis Remynse, MD, to Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Regional Medical Group recently welcomed board-certified urologist Louis
Remynse, MD, who brings more than 34 years of experience to the team.
Remynse...
Alabama Farm Credit Partners with Hope Horses to exceed fundraising goal for therapeutic riding...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Farm Credit and Hope Horses this week announced the tremendous success of their Giving Tuesday campaign, which raised $6,447 —...
Pet of the Week: Mona Lisa
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week Mona, or as some call her, Mona Lisa! She is a Husky who is...
CCBOE recognizes departing members, swears in new members
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County School Board held its regularly scheduled December meeting at the central office Thursday afternoon and they had a...
Listerhill Credit Union steps up as Title Sponsor for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County this week announced that Listerhill Credit Union has claimed the Title Sponsorship ($5,000) for the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison edges Meek in OT 47-45, Lady Bulldogs collect 47-36 win
ARLEY, Ala. -- Addison traveled to Arley to take on the Meek Tigers in a pair of varsity games Thursday night and both Bulldog...
Santa is coming to town! Santa to visit Align Alabama Dec. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - Align Alabama Health & Wellness invites the community to join its Santa is Coming to Town event on Friday, Dec.13, from...
Obituary: Richard Leonard Starkel
Richard Leonard Starkel, age 100 of Crane Hill, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at his residence. He was born, November 8, 1924...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
City school system on display at Cullman City Council meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening gave plenty of attention to Cullman City Schools, presenting its annual check to support...
Rodeo dinner draws 700-plus; event this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 700 people came out to a dinner Tuesday night, Dec. 10, 2024, at Cotton Creek Warehouse downtown ahead of...
‘It’s a simple act that brings immense joy’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In the two weeks left before Christmas, the City of Hanceville will be delivering more than 700 Christmas cards to local...
Obituary: Charles C. Sinyard
Charles C. Sinyard, age 75, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
A visitation for Charles will be held Friday, December 13,...
Obituary: Jack Wallace Springer
Jack Wallace Springer passed away peacefully at his home at 11 a.m. on December 9, 2024 surrounded by his family. Jack lived a full...
Obituary: Shirley Yuvonne Preiss
Private family services will be held for Shirley Preiss.
Mrs. Preiss passed away peacefully at Folsom Center, December 10, 2024.
Obituary: James Keith Rhodes
Funeral service for James Keith Rhodes, age 62, of Cullman, will be Friday, December 13, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama’s Jalen Milroe selected as 2024 Campbell Trophy recipient
LAS VEGAS – Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe was named the winner of the 2024 William V. Campbell Trophy, the National Football Foundation announced Tuesday at the Bellagio...
Pair O’ Docs Farm 2024 Christmas Festival coming Dec. 14
BREMEN, Ala. - Pair O’ Docs Farm will host its Christmas Festival on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 1-6 p.m.
Manager Gabby Abbott said this is...
Obituary: Louis Burnett Williams, Jr.
A graveside service with military honors for Louis Burnett Williams, Jr., age 87, is Friday, December 13, 2024, at 11 a.m., at Cullman City...
Nominations open for Eagle Awards to honor special contributors to Alabama State Parks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun accepting applications for its prestigious Eagle...
McDearmond gets 2 99-year sentences in 2023 funeral home shooting
CULLMAN, Ala. - Orie Shannon McDearmond of Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 11, received two 99-year sentences in connection to a shooting at Cullman Funeral...
Local law enforcement, DA, Troopers talk traffic safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Cullman Police Department and Alabama State Troopers took part in a...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview splits varsity matchups with Section
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies returned home for a pair of varsity matchups against Section on Tuesday night and they split their games with the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders pick up 61-53 win over Oneonta
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After collecting an 88-54 win over Cold Springs on Monday, the Good Hope Raiders were back on their home court...
Obituary: Mark Stephen Persall
Mark Stephen Persall, 73, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024. Born on November 8, 1951, in Wadsworth, Ohio, Mark dedicated...
CPD makes 3 arrests in connection with Take 5 Car Wash robbery
Updated Dec. 10, 2024, at 5:21 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department (CPD) on Tuesday, Dec. 10, made three arrests in connection with...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘It’s a beautiful little community here’
Holly Pond’s ‘Christmas Cards in the Park’ happening now
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond kicked off the holiday season with its...
Berlin VFD’s Breakfast with Santa raises more than $13K for local children
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department hosted its fourth annual Breakfast with Santa at the Berlin Community Center on Saturday, Dec. 7,...
City of Good Hope preparing for annual Christmas Parade, Love’s Travel Store to open...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first meeting of December at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and discussed preparations...
HAM radio license testing offered by Cullman Amateur Radio Club – Dec. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Amateur Radio Club will host its monthly HAM radio license testing on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 7-9 p.m. The...
Tis the season for community Christmas concerts!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several performing arts groups throughout the Cullman community are celebrating the holiday season with Christmas concerts. The Cold Springs and Good...
Obituary: Jimmy Wayne Spradlin
Jimmy Wayne Spradlin, born October 2, 1951, passed away from natural causes on August 13, 2024, at the age of 72.
Jimmy is survived by...
Obituary: Peggy Joyce Narrell
Peggy Joyce Narrell, age 82, of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Peggy was a caring and compassionate lady who loved and...
Obituary: Mary Alice Todd
Mrs. Mary Alice Todd, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on December 7th 2024. Mrs. Todd was born March 16th,1948 to Burnace Turner...
Obituary: Zelma Dean Butler
Zelma Dean Goodlett Butler, aged 94, passed away on December 6, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. Dean was born in Cullman, Alabama to Murrie Greenlee...
Obituary: Thomas Franklin Griggs
Thomas Franklin Griggs, age 83, of West Point, Alabama passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024.
Tommy was born May 2, 1941, in Cullman, Alabama...
Obituary: Bobby Layne Duren
Bobby Layne Duren, 88, passed away Friday, December 6, 2024 at his home in the New Hope community near Holly Pond after a long...
Obituary: Joan Estelle Durbin-Jones
Graveside Service for Joan Estelle Durbin Jones, age 88 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Highlands Memorial...
Obituary: Sharon Rae Burroughs
Funeral Service for Sharon Rae Burroughs, age 84 of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at St. John's Evangelical...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama DHR addresses increase in EBT fraud, cautions clients against phone scams
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is continuing to receive an increased number of fraud reports throughout the state. DHR continues...
Wet conditions through early Wednesday with a few severe storms possible Tuesday
CLANTON – Periods of rain with thunderstorms at times will occur through early Wednesday morning across Alabama as several upper-level disturbances will move across...
Heritage Homeschool participants try their hands at punch needle embroidery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heritage Homeschool program participants made punch needle embroidery Christmas ornaments at the North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, Dec. 5. The students...
Obituary: Ruth Hacker Henry
Ruth Hacker Henry age 95 of Cullman, died Thursday, December 5, 2024.
Ruth’s great grandparents, who were German Immigrants, were among the first to settle...
Obituary: Alton Lee Davis
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mr. Alton L. Davis, a loving husband and devoted father. He passed...
Fairview Elementary holding Winter Coat and Shoe Drive
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School is holding its Winter Coat and Shoe Drive. Donations will be collected through Dec. 19, and distributed Dec....
Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed hosting inaugural Holiday ‘Sip & Shop’ event Dec. 13
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed are teaming up to host their first Holiday "Sip & Shop" event on Friday, Dec. 13,...
‘I wanted to help them in this mission’
DA donates equipment to help CCSO monitor sex offenders
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office on Thursday, Dec. 5, donated equipment to...
Files from Yesteryear: Dec. 20, 1962
From the files of Dec. 20, 1962
Berlin Sunshine Club Has Christmas Party
The Berlin Sunshine Club held its Christmas party at the Lorenz Restaurant Thursday...
Obituary: Norma Faye Ellard
Norma Faye Ellard, of Hanceville, Alabama, enter into the presence of our Lord on Friday evening, December 6, 2024, at the age of 86....
Chick-fil-A hosting Christmas events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Chick-fil-A Cullman is hosting a pair of Christmas events soon.
“Cookies & Milk with Santa Cow” will take place on Tuesday, Dec....
Cullman Community Band Christmas Concert set for Dec. 8
‘Holidays are special, and we look forward to Garry’s return’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Band will perform its Christmas Concert on Sunday, Dec....
Holly Pond seniors get in the Christmas spirit
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The seniors at the Holly Pond Senior Center celebrated their Christmas party lunch on Friday, Dec. 6. WVTM13 Chief Meteorologist...
Christkindlmarkt spotlight: Ironbendi Master Blacksmith
CULLMAN, Ala. - There is a variety of Artisan Workshops at the Cullman Christkindlmarkt. Among them is the Ironbendi Master Blacksmith booth, where you...
Enon Baptist Church Children’s Christmas Program this weekend
VINEMONT, Ala. - Enon Baptist Church in Vinemont will host its Children’s Christmas Program this Sunday, Dec. 8, at 5 p.m.
Nursery Sunday School...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison sweeps varsity matchups against Falkville
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Falkville Blue Devils for a pair of varsity matchups Friday night, and it was the Addison Bulldogs who...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville splits area openers against Locust Fork
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs tipped off area play against Locust Fork Friday night and the Bulldog squads ended up splitting the matchups....
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders pull away from Broncos 67-53, Lady Raiders come from behind to...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos hosted their county rivals from Good Hope Friday night, and it was a big night at...
Obituary: Christine Smith Neuman-Messina
Funeral services for Christine Smith Neuman Messina, 76, of Hanceville will be 12 p.m. Monday December 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 6, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 6, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
ALEA reports 21 traffic fatalities during 9-day holiday enforcement period
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has concluded its Thanksgiving holiday enforcement period, which took place from Saturday, Nov. 23, to...
Pet of the Week: Gentle Ben
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gentle Ben, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is chocolate Lab mix who is approximately 4 years old.
He is known...
Wallace State to present annual Christmas Spectacular Dec. 12
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts programs will be hosting the annual Christmas Spectacular on Thursday, Dec. 12. This...
ALEA: 3 missing children from Virginia found safe in Alabama
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. - On Thursday, Dec. 5, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Fusion Center (AFC) received a law enforcement bulletin concerning an...
Cullman Power Board, Cullman Electric Cooperative share cold weather guidance
CULLMAN, Ala. - As temperatures drop across the region, the Cullman Power Board (CPB) and Cullman Electric Cooperative (Cullman EC) are providing essential information...
Obituary: Linda Faye Speer
Linda Faye Speer, age 71, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Linda is survived by her daughter Candy Speer; and her...
Obituary: Morris Edward Scott
Morris Edward Scott, age 80, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024.
Morris is survived by his beloved wife, Sue Owen Scott;...
Obituary: Clarene Francis Reid
A graveside service for Clarene Francis Reid, 96, of Hanceville will be 3 p.m. Friday December 6th at Valley Springs Cemetery.
Mrs. Reid was...
Obituary: Wesley Wilson Trapchak, Jr.
Wesley Wilson Trapchak, Jr., age 59, of Cullman, died on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Memorial service information for Wesley will follow soon.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 5, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 5, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Fairview Council addresses alley, new park, Wesley Avenue parking
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This month’s Fairview Town Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman...
Shedd receives ‘Iron Award’ from Alabama House Republican Caucus
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama House of Representatives Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen, R-Hartselle, on Wednesday announced that Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, has been presented with...
Festival of Trees happening at CWAC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second annual Festival of Trees will be presented by the City of Cullman Tree Commission during an invite-only event on...
Poinsettia sale happening now at WSCC Agribusiness Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s annual poinsettia sale is happening now through Dec. 20, Monday-Thursday, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Agribusiness...
Baileyton Council welcomes new members, honors outgoing councilmen
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway called the Baileyton Town Council’s monthly meeting to order on Monday evening, Dec. 2, when two new members...
Victim in 2nd pedestrian fatality in 2 days in Cullman named
CULLMAN, Ala. - A New York woman was killed while walking along Alabama Highway 157 between Walmart and Home2Suites in Cullman on Monday, Dec....
Obituary: Mary Kay Leipert
Mary Kay Leipert, a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister, passed from this life on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 77.
Born...
Obituary: Rebecca Ann Handley
Memorial service for Rebecca Ann Handley, age 42, of Cullman, will be Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 4, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 4, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Auburn’s Broome honored as USBWA Oscar Robertson National Player of the Week
INDIANAPOLIS – For the second time of his career, senior All-American and National Player of the Year candidate Johni Broome (Plant City, Fla.) was honored as one...
State health officer: Avoid potentially hazardous toys this holiday season
Each December during Safe Toys and Gifts Month, parents are cautioned about potential risks associated with toys. Most toys are safe, but they can...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont splits varsity matchups with West Point
VINEMONT, Ala. -- The West Point Warriors traveled a short distance to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in a pair of county matchups Tuesday night...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles earn wins over Cordova
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs returned home for a pair of varsity matchups against Cordova Tuesday night and both Eagle squads collected wins. The...
Suspect arrested in fatal hit-and-run in Cullman
Updated Dec. 3, 2024, at 8:37 p.m. to add mugshot
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department on Tuesday, Dec. 3, announced it made an...
Cullman City Council, CPD announce promotions, new patrol major
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday welcomed a crowd of Cullman Police Department officers and families as Chief Joey Duncan and...
Obituary: Mrs. Betty Rae Wren
Betty Rae Wren departed peacefully from this world to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 1 from her home in Clanton, Alabama with...
Obituary: Nancy Lou Schaefers
Nancy Lou Schaefers, age 86, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Nancy is proceeded in death by her parents, Ira Hurbert...
APLICATIONS
North Alabama Agriplex makes progress with Community Hub capital campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex recently raised $2,400 with its Grub for the Hub local burger night at Goat Island Brewing, benefiting...
