Obituary: Daryl O. Lien
Daryl Lien, 91, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on January 3, 2025.
Mr. Lien served his nation honorably, and per his request, will be laid...
Obituary: John Edward Lancaster
Memorial service for John Edward Lancaster, 72, of Addison is incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Lancaster passed...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 15, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 15, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Walter Adams named to MMI fall 2024 President’s List
MARION, Ala. - Marion Military Institute is recognizing students who earned a perfect 4.0 GPA for the fall 2024 semester.
Local students on the President’s...
Local students named to Samford University’s fall semester Dean’s List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 2,230 students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester.
To qualify for the Dean's List, a...
Children’s of Alabama expands neonatal intensive care unit
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Children’s of Alabama recently announced the expansion of its neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The NICU is a Level IV unit...
5 local students named to Troy University Provost’s List
TROY, Ala. - TROY is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Provost's List for the Fall Semester and Term 2...
Very cold next week with potential winter weather
Widespread rain will spread over the state during the day on Saturday, ending in the southeastern sections by early Sunday morning. Total rainfall amounts...
(Updated) CCSO says suspect in stolen vehicle case apprehended
Updated Jan. 14, 2025, at 6:49 p.m.
Statement from CCSO PIO Chad Whaley:
"The suspect that fled from the stolen vehicle has been located and...
Obituary: Robert Henry Whitworth
Robert was born in Eva, AL, on October 10, 1929, to Thomas Jackson Whitworth and Lela Buckelew Whitworth, the youngest of five children. Growing...
Obituary: Coy T. Jones
Funeral service for Coy T. Jones, age 83, of Vinemont, is Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Wallace State Alumni Association announces travel plans for 2025
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association announces its travel plans for 2025. All trips are open to the public.
2025 Ozarks...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 14, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 14, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Regional opens freestanding ER in Hartselle
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Cullman Regional opened its freestanding emergency department in Hartselle on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. The new service is the latest addition...
2 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two men recently graduated from Cullman County Drug Court. District Judge Chad Floyd announced Tuesday, Jan. 7, that Richard Clanton and...
Cullman County 2024 death statistics
CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year, The Tribune reaches out to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and the Cullman Police...
Agriplex hosting Small Fruit Farming Workshop for beginners and veterans Jan. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Military veterans and beginning farmers interested in small fruit production are invited to attend the upcoming Military Veteran & Beginning Farmer:...
United Way Business Alliance Brunch coming Jan. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) will host a Business Alliance Brunch on Thursday, Jan. 16, from noon-1 p.m. at...
Good Hope Council renews AirEvac membership, approves severe weather preparedness sales tax holiday
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first meeting of 2025 at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and they had...
Obituary: Kyle O’Neal Mitchell
Kyle O'Neal Mitchell, age 33, of Cullman, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 at Grandview Hospital.
Kyle was born on May 17, 1991 to Mitzi...
Obituary: Elizabeth Sharon Hughes
Elizabeth Sharon Hughes, a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on January 7, 2025 in the Cardiovascular Surgery Unit of...
Obituary: James Alton Calvert
James Alton Calvert of Good Hope, Alabama passed from this earth and entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on...
Obituary: Iva Mae Reid
Iva Mae, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Passed away January 9th, 2025. She was a woman of faith and service for the...
Obituary: John Aubrey Bates
Funeral service for John Aubrey Bates is Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 12 p.m. at Mt. Hope Baptist Church in Crane Hill. Visitation will...
Obituary: Teresa Carolyn Farris-Dacar
Funeral Mass for Teresa Carolyn Farris-Dacar, age 73 of Cullman, will be at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Christ the King...
Obituary: JoAnn Geraldine Beckman
Graveside Service for Joann Geraldine Beckman, age 69, will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Enon Baptist Cemetery with Heath...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 13, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Greer, Stephenson named to Troy University Chancellor’s List
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the fall semester and Term...
Doug Teal returns to driver’s seat: Earning CDL with hand controls
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Doug Teal is reclaiming his career and earning his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) again — this time using hand controls.
Teal previously...
COLUMN: Aunt Ginnie
The first time I went to their home was for a family Thanksgiving dinner. Actually, it was the midday meal, but down here we...
Dr. Harris: Improve your health by becoming more physically active in 2025
As 2025 begins and many Alabamians resolve to lead a healthier life, a new “For Every Body” campaign of the Alabama Wellness Alliance is...
State Public Fishing Lakes update for 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Most of Alabama’s 23 State-owned Public Fishing Lakes return to regular operational hours on Saturday, Feb.1, 2025. Located throughout the state,...
Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things to host Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft Party Jan. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is hosting its Mother/Daughter Valentine’s Day Craft Party on Tuesday, January 21, from 5 p.m. to...
Cullman City Schools breaks ground on new Cullman Intermediate School
CULLMAN, Ala. - The next chapter in Cullman City Schools is officially underway. On Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, officials with Cullman City Schools, the...
Local woman promotes Little Free Libraries
EVA, Ala. - The number of Little Free Library locations continues to expand around the area, thanks in part to the efforts of a...
Susan Eller discusses new developments, challenges in Cullman business scene
CORRECTION posted Jan. 13, 2025, at 10:50 a.m.
"I incorrectly provided information to The Cullman Tribune that CVS recently closed or is closing Cullman facilities....
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Jan. 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department started hosting Coffee with a Cop events over a decade ago — a way to bridge the...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 10, 1963
From the files of Jan. 10, 1963
Newlyweds Are Invited To See Show Free
The Ritz Theatre is inviting all 1963 newlyweds to be guests of...
Obituary: William O’Neal Hogeland
Funeral services for William O’Neal Hogeland, 89, of Bremen, Alabama will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 14th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will...
Obituary: Charles Paul Freeman
Graveside Service for Charles Paul Freeman, age 76 of Athens, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Mount Hope Cemetery. Cullman...
Barnette: Weather-related decisions prioritize safety of students, faculty, staff
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the winter season brings the potential for severe weather to Cullman County, school leaders are taking extra precautions to ensure...
Urologist Rodney Sanders joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urologist Rodney Sanders, MD, has joined Cullman Regional Medical Group and will begin seeing patients in the hospital’s urology clinic on...
FAITH: ‘It means the world to me to help others find God’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Savannah Bischoff has already had some success and reached several of her own goals and she gives all...
Baileyton council welcomes new town clerk, talks community improvements
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway on Monday, Jan. 6, called this year’s first monthly meeting of the Baileyton Town Council to order, with...
Pet of the Week: It’s Baby!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Baby, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a 4-month-old Tuxedo Ragdoll kitty. He absolutely enjoys cuddles and is calm...
Travel will remain dangerous into Saturday
By Jim Stefkovich, Meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency
CLANTON, Ala. - Except for a few spots in far northern Alabama and near the I-59 corridor...
Obituary: Doris Lee Keathley
Mrs. Doris Lee Keathley, age 92, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
Doris is preceded in death by her parents, Noble...
Obituary: Betty Marie Warren
Betty Marie Warren, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
Betty is preceded in death by her parents Fred and...
Obituary: John Parker
Funeral services for John Parker of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Sunday, January 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service...
Obituary: Kanella Kelly Cook
Kanella Kelly Cook, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Cullman, Alabama on January 7, 2025, surrounded by her...
Obituary: Patricia Jane Roberts
Funeral service for Patricia Jane Roberts, age 80, of Cullman, is Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church, with Pastor...
Fairview council talks park progress, athlete scholarships
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Jan. 6, 2024, meeting of the Fairview Town Council was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with...
Holly Pond council talks spending
HOLLY POND, Ala. — The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday, Jan. 6, voted to raise two town government wages, viewed a proposed ordinance...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville earns 57-55 area win at Vinemont; Lady Eagles pull away to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to Vinemont to take on the Eagles in a pair of big area games Thursday night and they split...
Fee hired to lead Wallace State Men’s Soccer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has hired James Fee to lead the men’s soccer team, announced Dr. Vicki Karolewics, President. Fee begins...
Obituary: June Cathryn Brannan
June Cathryn Brannan, age 92, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
A visitation for June will be held Sunday, January 12,...
Obituary: James Kenneth Bryson
A graveside service for James Kenneth Bryson, 76, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Tuesday January 14th at Welti Cemetery. A visitation will be...
Obituary: Blake Rice Evans
Blake Rice Evans, 62 years old from Hanceville, Alabama, died on January 7, 2025, at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
Funeral services will take place on...
Obituary: Gayree Waldrep
Funeral service for Gayree Waldrep, 79, of the Blair community will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Friday morning’s winter storm threat
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Below is a Wednesday afternoon (press time) look at Friday morning's winter storm threat.
Some basic info to know:
Snow/ice begins to accumulate...
LIST: Cullman County warming shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. - As arctic air hits the area over the next few days, there are several warming shelters available for those in need.
As...
Winter preparedness tips for homeowners from Cullman Electric Cooperative
CULLMAN, Ala. – As winter weather approaches and storms are rolling in, Cullman Electric Cooperative is offering valuable tips for residents to stay safe...
Obituary: Eloise McClendon Hannah
Funeral services for Eloise McClendon Hannah, 79, of Bremen will be 2 p.m. Sunday January 12th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Eleanor Veigl Boike
Funeral Mass for Eleanor Veigl Boike, age 92 of Cullman, will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on January 14, 2025, at 10 a.m.,...
Obituary: Sarah Holmes
Sarah Holmes, age 41 of Holly Pond, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by...
3Sixty Jeep Club ready to assist Cullman area ahead of winter weather
CULLMAN, Ala. - As potential inclement weather approaches, 3Sixty Jeep Club is gearing up to provide critical assistance to residents of Cullman and surrounding...
Disaster preparedness tips for those living with diabetes
For those with diabetes, it can be difficult to manage chronic disease day to day, but add in a natural disaster and it can...
Obituary: Robbie Mae Hyatt Veal
Funeral service for Robbie Mae Hyatt Veal was held Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steton Hayes officiating...
Obituary: Charles “Chuck” Louis Keeton
Charles "Chuck" Keeton, age 62 of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Cullman Regional. He was born Saturday, February 10, 1962,...
Obituary: Mary Sue Gray
Funeral service for Mary Sue Gray, age 87, of Cullman, is Monday, January 13, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Obituary: Dale Ray Lambert
Dale Ray Lambert, age 78, of Cullman, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. Friends and family are invited to Whiteoak Baptist Church Thursday...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 8, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Den of Iniquity’ by J. A. Jance
“Den of Iniquity” is J.A. Jance’s 26th novel in the J.P. Beaumont series. I have read all the books in this series and enjoyed them all....
Winter storm for parts of Alabama
Significant impacts are likely for areas near and north of I-20.
Precipitation will begin to enter the western portions of the state after 9 pm...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Broncos collect 59-30 area win over J.B. Pennington, Broncos fall to...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos and Lady Broncos were back home for a pair of area matchups against J.B. Pennington Tuesday...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman opens area play with 74-42 win over Mortimer Jordan, Lady Bearcats...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena to open area play against Mortimer Jordan Tuesday night and the Bearcat teams split...
Significant impacts increasing Thursday evening through Friday night
From Jim Stefkovich, meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency
CLANTON, Ala. - Models continue to indicate an area of low pressure will develop over the northwestern...
Obituary: John Anthony Duke
Funeral services for John A. Duke of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Thursday, January 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the...
Obituary: Dorothy Clemons
Graveside Service for Dorothy Clemons, age 86 of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Antioch Baptist Cemetery-Bugtussle with Rev....
Obituary: Shelba Jean Schultz
Shelba Jean Schultz, age 84, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be...
Obituary: Jeffrey Lynn Adams
Funeral service for Jeffrey Lynn Adams, age 52, of Cullman, will be Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
ACES: Fun ways to slim down this year
The beginning of a new year often inspires us to set goals for self-improvement. Weight loss is a common resolution. Losing weight offers significant...
CCCDC hosting 2nd annual Miss Extraordinary Pageant March. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) will host the second annual Miss Extraordinary Pageant on Saturday, March 8, at 8 a.m.
Principal...
‘It’s essential to be prepared for winter weather conditions’
Advice from Allison Bright, CEO of the Utilities Board of the City of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – During winter weather, the possibility of power outages...
Cullman County cold weather resources: Senior centers, warming shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. - As cold weather approaches the area, several local entities are providing services to keep residents warm and safe.
Cullman County Commission on...
Aderholt: City of Cullman awarded $20.3M for St. Bernard Bridge Replacement Project
CULLMAN, Ala. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Monday announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $20,390,010 grant to the City...
Obituary: Leland Sandlin
Leland Sandlin, age 92, of Trussville, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. He was born in Bremen, AL, on May 5, 1932...
Obituary: Edward John Graveman
Edward John Graveman, age 99, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. Edward was born in Birmingham, Alabama on July 25,...
Obituary: Gerald Franklin Bailey
Gerald F. Bailey, longtime resident of Cullman, AL, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
Gerald was born in Winston County, AL on December 29,...
Obituary: Sandra Kay Natt
Funeral services for Sandra Kay Natt, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Thursday, January 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Clay Tankersley will...
Obituary: Lesia Renea Young
Lesia Renea, age 59, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. Arrangements have not been completed at...
Obituary: Edna Taylor Schmale
Edna Taylor Schmale, beloved mother, grandmother and aunt, of Cullman passed away at the age of 79 on January 1, 2025, at Brookwood Baptist...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Business spotlight: Dani’s Classroom Cleaning Services
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville native Danielle Haley recently started a new business venture: Dani’s Classroom Cleaning Services. Right now, she is available in the...
CASA looking for volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is in need of volunteers.
What is a CASA volunteer?
According to the CASA website:
“As...
Brown’s Creek Public Boat Ramp in Guntersville reopens after facility upgrades
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has reopened the Brown’s...
Cold temperatures and late week winter precipitation on the way
Winds behind a strong cold front will contain gusts across the state from 25-35 mph through this afternoon. Snow showers or flurries will occur...
Obituary: Maureen Elizabeth Rhodes
Maureen Elizabeth Rhodes, 100, of Cullman, passed away on January 2, 2025. Visitation will be on Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 1 p.m. to...
APLICATIONS
COUNTY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Lady Broncos top Fairview 58-32, advance to JV...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Tournament got back underway at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday night, and we tipped things off...
