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...
Obituary: Mark Allen Johns
A private family memorial service for Mark Johns, age 60, of Cullman, will be held at a later date.
Mr. Johns passed away on Sunday,...
Op-Ed: Should transparency be the price of our donations?
When residents of Cullman County open their wallets to donate or when city and county entities contribute significant funds to local organizations, there’s an...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 3, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 3, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Sen. Garlan Gudger elected senate president pro tempore
Updated Dec. 3, 2024, at 5:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. — Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, a seasoned legislator representing District 4, has taken on one of...
Hele Bowls hosting canned food drive, free Christmas meal
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hele Bowls is hosting a canned food drive now through Dec. 16, to benefit The Link of Cullman County.
Owner Sarah Morrow...
Troutman selected for leadership academy at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. - Luke Troutman, a 2022 graduate of Cullman High School, has been selected to participate in Auburn University’s Forest, Environment and Wildlife...
Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging earns reaccreditation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces the successful reaccreditation of its Diagnostic Imaging program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in...
Christmas at the library: Letters to Santa, special events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Have a little one who wants to send a letter to Santa? Bring the kids to the Cullman County Public Library...
Are you prepared for cold weather?
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Are you prepared for the cold? As temperatures drop, remember to protect the four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants. (weather.gov/safety/cold)
Extremely...
Obituary: Emily Annette Balcomb
Emily Annette Balcomb, of Baileyton, Alabama, entered the presence of our Lord on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the age of 70. Mrs. Balcomb...
Obituary: Phillip Dale Watson
A celebration of life visitation for Phillip Watson, 68, of Hayden will be Sunday December 8th from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville...
Obituary: Sister Kathleen Christa Murphy, O.S.B.
Sister Kathleen Christa Murphy, O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, died peacefully on December 1, 2024, at the age...
Obituary: Charlotte Pauline Bates
Funeral service for Charlotte Pauline Bates, age 70, of Cullman, will be Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Arrests and Incidents reported December 2, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported December 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman man struck, killed by vehicle Sunday
CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday, Dec. 1, around 6:20 p.m. in Cullman.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick ...
Senior spotlight: The dream of a lifetime
Evelyn Stevens’ journey to all 30 MLB stadiums
A dream born from the love of a husband. An unwavering dedication from a widowed mother and...
WFF samples 356 deer for CWD on opening weekend
In a continuing effort to minimize the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in the state, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’...
Obituary: Merle Carlisle Shelton
Merle Carlisle Shelton, age 85, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1939 in Cullman...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Hayes
A graveside service for Elizabeth Ann Hayes, 61, of Hanceville will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, December 3rd at Mountain Grove Congregational Christian Church Cemetery....
COLUMN: Thanksgiving is more than a holiday
The late gospel singer and writer Andre Crouch had a popular song back in the 70s titled, “To God Be the Glory.” The opening...
Senior spotlight: Cooking for Christ
Wade Maynard is a well-known name in the culinary world of Cullman County. After serving as kitchen manager for over 20 years at All...
Spilling the tea on a great new eatery
The Olive House — home of Chat & Chew, Sunday Tea Time — opened its doors to the public on Sept. 3, 2024.
Owners Roger...
Files from Yesteryear: 1955
From the files of 1955
Fred Harbison won the Grand Championship at the Beef Show with a shorthorn steer. Mary Wood won Reserve Champion with...
Obituary: Patricia Fowler Hyatt
Patricia Fowler Hyatt, age 76, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024.
Patricia is survived by her daughter Jennifer "JOY' Mckie Foshee;...
Obituary: Shirley Fay Story
Shirley Fay Story, age 76, of Cullman passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024, at Cullman Regional Medical Center. There are no services planned...
Senior spotlight: 95 years of living life to the fullest
Military veteran and Vinemont man Robert Doty, lovably known as Mr. Bob in his neighborhood, shared his knowledge and experience from his 95 years...
Ethos Craft Brewing, Bloom Winery celebrate grand opening
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A crowd of friends, family and fellow patrons gathered to celebrate the grand opening of a pair of new businesses...
Practice safety awareness this holiday season
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has some seasonal safety tips for the community to help with safer driving, shopping and overall home preparedness this...
Obituary: Otto William Evers
Otto William Evers died on November 23, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1929, in Cullman, Alabama to Magadalena Blette Evers and Otto...
Obituary: David Eugene Brooks
With heavy hearts but grateful spirits, we announce the passing of David Brooks, affectionately known as Pappy to his family and P’Nut to his...
Obituary: Troy “Butch” Cleghorn
Funeral service for Troy H. “Butch” Cleghorn, age 74, of Cullman, will be Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at Sulpher Springs Baptist...
Obituary: Eleanor Frances Vinson
Funeral service for Eleanor Frances Vinson, age 81, of Cullman, will be Monday, December 2, 2024, at 1 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel,...
Pet of the Week: Meet the famous Amos
CULLMAN, Ala. - Amos, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a passionate, sweet German Shepherd who is approximately 1.5 years old. Those...
Cullman Women Sing to present ‘Sounds of the Season’ Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Women Sing will present its annual “Sounds of the Season” concert on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. in the...
DOJ: North Alabama communities, law enforcement agencies awarded more than $7.25M
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office and Bureau of Justice Assistance recently awarded $7,256,829 to local communities...
APLICATIONS
USPS Job Fair Sept. 12 in Cullman
Immediate openings for rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United States Postal Service will hold a job fair in Cullman...
