Op-Ed: In the spirit of Thatcher, for the people of Alabama
At a Lieutenant Governor political forum in Hoover last month, one of the moderators posed a simple question: name your favorite historical figure. Without...
Cold. Bold. Cullman.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brave – very brave – participants jumped into icy waters for a great cause Saturday morning, Jan. 31.
It was a balmy...
Op-Ed: It’s time to stand up for Alabama workers
I have spent my life serving the people of Alabama, from joining the US Marine Corps at 18 years old, to serving the last...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond leaves Addison with two blowout victories to close out their...
ADDISON, Ala.- Addison hosted Holly Pond in boys and girls matches on Monday night, and the Bulldogs were hoping to exact some revenge on...
Get to know the Hanceville Library Board
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Shirley Burden Public Library Manager Teresa Rivera recently shared appreciation for members of the library’s board, saying she couldn’t do it...
Notice: City of Cullman business license renewals
City of Cullman business license renewals were due Jan. 1, 2026. Licenses not renewed by Feb. 1 are delinquent.
The City has mailed courtesy renewal...
Garden City awarded $520K EPA grant for water system expansion
GARDEN CITY, Ala. – The Town of Garden City has been awarded $520,000 in federal funding to support improvements to its water system.
The funding,...
More than 160 WSCC student athletes named to ACCC commissioner’s honor roll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates more than 160 student athletes who earned a place on the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC)...
Obituary: Melissa “Missy Rae” Munger
A Celebration of Life service for Melissa "Missy Rae" Munger, 53, will beSunday, February 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Peck Funeral Home Chapel...
Obituary: John Wayne Heatherly
John Wayne Heatherly, known affectionately as Johnny by his friends, passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on April...
Wallace State cheer finishes second nationally at 2026 UCA Nationals
HANCEVILLE — Wallace State Cheer turned in a standout performance on the national stage, finishing second in the nation at the 2026 Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) Nationals in the Open Small...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Obituary: Ernest Elton Williams
Ernest Elton Williams, 79, of Crane Hill passed away February 1, 2026, at his residence.
No services are planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is...
Obituary: Melissa June Shabel
Funeral Service for Melissa June Shabel, age 66 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Glenda Steele Bagwell
Funeral service for Glenda Bagwell, age 63 of Falkville, will be at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Alva Coyis Umphrey
Mr. Umphrey passed away January the 16th, 2026, in his home in Deatsville AL where he and his wife had lived since 1985. He...
Mom Corner: Hospital bag preparation
Among all of the things going through your mind in the last stages of your pregnancy, hospital bag preparation is one of the most...
Career Paths: Real estate with Rita Tucker
Some people believe that having a college degree is the only way to have a career. And while there are professions that do require...
Obituary: Randall Gene Buchanan
A funeral service for Randall Gene Buchanan of Welti, AL will be 12 p.m. Tuesday, February 3rd at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Welti....
Obituary: Stephen William Weissend
Retired U.S N. Sailor Stephen William Weissend of Vinemont, Alabama completed his Earthly Voyage on Jan.31, 2026. He was 77 years old. He was...
Alabama Extension to host predator control and trapping workshop in Cullman – Feb. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Extension will host a trapping workshop, titled “Wildlife Enhancement through Predator Control” on Wednesday, Feb. 11. The five-hour program will...
Editorial: Cullman County’s mental health gap is a choice, not an accident
There is a quiet truth many families in Cullman County already know but rarely see acknowledged in public.
If you are experiencing a mental health...
COLUMN: The winter storm of ‘93
It looks like we dodged the storm down here in L.A. (Lower Alabama). Much of our nation is caught in the grip of more...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 31, 1935
From the files of Jan. 31, 1935
HANCEVILLE NEWS
Hanceville, Jan. 29.—The W. M. S. met at the church Tuesday afternoon for the meeting.
Miss Hildron Thigpen...
TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs wins runner-up 1A-3A girls title, five local schools compete...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The ASHAA Indoor Track and Field championships concluded Saturday, and five Cullman-area teams participated in the event. To split classifications, 1A through...
Vinemont hosting Valentine’s Day-themed senior community luncheon Feb. 16
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Town of Vinemont will host a Valentine’s Day-themed senior community luncheon on Monday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the...
Elijah Guyton named CSC Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas — Two Gulf South Conference football student-athletes were named to the 2025 NCAA Division II Academic All-America Team, as selected and announced by...
Jubilee Kitchen + Bar hosting weekly flight nights
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jubilee Kitchen + Bar hosted its weekly flight night on Tuesday, Jan. 27, offering a flavorful variety of curated drink flights.
Jubilee...
Nurturing a lifelong love of reading
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School has a new addition: a Little Free Library.
School Librarian Jenny Helton said the Little Free Library was purchased...
Commission on Aging seeking volunteers for homebound meal deliveries
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is seeking volunteers to help deliver hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors across the county,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Huge second half helps fuel eighth-ranked Meek’s 63-54 comeback win over Falkville
FALKVILLE, Ala.- After collecting a win at Cordova on Thursday, the no. 8-ranked Meek Lady Tigers continued their road trip on Friday, as they...
Obituary: George Arnold Oden
Funeral service for George Oden, age 58, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
Obituary: Kindess LeeAnn Dye
Funeral service for Kindess LeeAnn Dye, age 57 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Ira Stoney Lee Milburn
Mr. Ira Stoney Lee Milburn, 77, of Cullman passed away Jan. 29, 2026, at his residence. He was born April 26, 1948, to Ira...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Former Cullman star, UNA’s Kaleb Heatherly declares for the NFL Draft after playing in...
CULLMAN, Ala.- Like many other kids getting into football in the 2010s, Cullman-native Kaleb Heatherly fell in love with the high-flying Matt Ryan and...
UPDATE – Gusty winds and bitterly cold temperatures this weekend
CLANTON, Ala. – The forecast continues to indicate only a 20% or less chance of any precipitation across the state from Friday morning through...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond sinks Addison 72-69 with a Dunn buzzer-beater in double overtime
HOLLY POND, Ala.- The Addison Bulldogs (18-5) of Winston County, newly minted as the fifth-ranked 1A team in the state per ASWA, traveled to...
Wallace State to host Innovations in Healthcare Simulation workshop
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host Innovations in Healthcare Simulation on April 24, 2026, a professional development workshop designed for educators...
Ivey invites students to apply for 2026 Summer Internship Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This...
5 local students selected for 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five students from East Elementary and West Elementary auditioned and were selected for the 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir. This is...
Obituary: Gennie Lue Jones
Funeral service for Gennie Lue Jones, 78, of Falkville will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Charles Ray Phillips
Funeral service with military honors for Charles Ray “Cha Cha” Phillips, 93, of Crane Hill will be at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026,...
Obituary: Susan Michelle Finch
Funeral service for Susan Michelle Finch, age 60, of Vinemont, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Crane Hill man accused of traveling to Georgia to kill President Biden in 2024
ATLANTA – Adam Benjamin Hall, 23, of Crane Hill was arrested and appeared in federal court Wednesday, Jan. 28, on a federal charge of...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASKETBALL: New ASWA basketball rankings released post-county tournaments
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Alabama Sports Writers Association released their updated rankings for girls and boys high school basketball on Thursday. Notably, Addison's varsity boys...
AHSAA State Bowling Championships begin today, including Fairview
MOBILE, Ala. – The 11th AHSAA State Bowling Championships begin championship play for winter sports this week.
The State Bowling Championships begin, today, Thursday morning...
Pet of the Week: Greg the grateful gentleman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Greg, a terrier mix with a smile that makes him easy to spot in any crowd. Approximately 5-years-old with a...
John Wahl formally announces campaign for lieutenant governor
HOOVER, Ala. – Alabama Republican Party Chairman and Alabama Public Library Service Chairman John Wahl on Tuesday, Jan. 27, announced his campaign for Alabama...
Alabama law sharply restricts hemp products; DA outlines enforcement framework
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama’s new hemp law, Act 2025-385, places sweeping restrictions on the sale, possession and distribution of hemp products in the state,...
Good Hope council talks traffic, hemp products, Taco Bell
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday approved moving forward with a traffic study tied to school-area congestion. It also...
Cullman City Council terminates City employee, moves through full agenda
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman...
Leading lady: Lake chairs State Women’s Leadership Committee
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - From grimy days cleaning out chicken houses to sweet Sundays dishing up lunch in her Cullman County farmhouse, Lisa Lake is...
Obituary: William (Mike) Michael England
William (Mike) Michael England, age 79, made the journey to his heavenly home on Jan. 16, 2026. Mike was born in Cullman, Alabama to...
Obituary: Roy James Burnham
Roy James Burnham passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Logan, Alabama and was 96...
Obituary: Wanda Lee Reynolds
A chapel service for Wanda Lee Reynolds, 92, of Hanceville will be 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 30, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Mrs. Reynolds...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne ‘Albert’ Thomason
Jerry Wayne Thomason, known to most as “Albert,” went to be with the Lord on Jan. 28, 2026, at the age of 59. Mr....
Obituary: Bobbie Lavell Messersmith
Funeral services for Bobbie Lavell Messersmith, 96, of Cullman will be Jan. 30, 2026, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, the Rev. John Bussman officiating,...
Obituary: Cecil Ray Boyd
Cecil Ray Boyd, passed away on Jan. 27, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on Jan. 13, 1952, in Cullman, Alabama, Cecil was...
FAITH: Vinemont cheerleader Jenny Price on her relationship with God
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont junior cheerleader Jenny Price is so blessed to have God in her life. He changed her life in a big...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Op-Ed: Continuing your resolutions
Every year, people create New Year’s resolutions. As the beginning of the year approaches these are goals commonly set to support their “New year,...
Local students named to Samford University fall 2025 Dean’s List
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 2,575 students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester.
To qualify for the Dean's List, a...
Op-Ed: A good person
I think some make themselves appear as a “good person,” but what really defines us as that? Are you a good person because the...
Seasonal lifeguard positions open for summer 2026 in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for seasonal lifeguards for the summer 2026 season, according...
Alabama State Parks kicks off Junior Park Ranger Program
Alabama State Parks has developed a new program that encourages youngsters to join in the fun the State Parks System provides by becoming Junior...
Cullman County football programs realign under new AHSAA structure
CULLMAN, Ala. — High school football programs across Cullman County will compete under a new alignment beginning with the 2026 season as the Alabama...
Volleyball programs across Cullman County shift under new AHSAA alignment
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman County volleyball programs will compete under a new postseason structure beginning with the 2026 season as the Alabama High School...
Cullman City Council terminates wastewater plant head Jake Calloway following arrest
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Tuesday, Jan. 27, after a lengthy closed-door executive session, voted to terminate the employment of Cullman...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Bulldogs roll past Lady Yellow Jackets in 49-18 win, boys falls...
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- It was Youth Night inside Lane Horton Gymnasium, as the Hanceville Bulldogs took on the Corner Yellow Jackets in Thursday night hoops...
Obituary: Margarette Joyce Persall
Margarette Joyce Simmons Persall was born April 9, 1942, and graduated to Heaven Jan. 26, 2026, at the age of 83.
Margarette was a devoted...
Obituary: Pauline Holder Holmes
A memorial service for Pauline Holmes, 85, of Cullman will be from 2-4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor...
Obituary: Crystal Lee Henderson
Celebration of life visitation for Crystal Lee Henderson, age 54, of Hanceville, will be Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, from 4-8 p.m. at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Blair David Jett
Blair David Jett, born on Feb.14, 1962, in Santa Rosa, California, passed away on Jan. 21, 2026, at the age of 63. Blair was...
Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Keller
Elizabeth Ann Keller, aged 96, passed away peacefully on Jan. 25, 2026. She was born June 21, 1929, to Simon and Ophelia Keller.
Ms. Keller...
Obituary: Melba Jean Bartlett
Melba Jean Bartlett, born on May 26, 1938, in Marshall County, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 24, 2026, at the age of 87.
Melba was...
Obituary: Susan Delois Bryan
Susan Delois Bryan, a beloved resident of Falkville, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 25, 2026, at the age of 72. Susan was born on...
Arrests and incidents reported Jan. 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 22 – 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ =...
TRACK & FIELD: West Point’s Sutter qualifies for state championships, Warriors compete in Last...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The West Point high school track and field team traveled to the Birmingham CrossPlex to compete in the first two days of...
BREAKING NEWS: Hanceville Mayor Paul Campbell resigns, cites personal loss and need for focus...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Hanceville Mayor Paul Campbell has resigned from office, effective immediately, citing the ongoing impact of personal loss and the demands facing...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: Jan. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board at its last meeting recognized educators, approved contracts and reviewed personnel actions during its regular meeting.
During...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Proving Ground’ by Michael Connelly
The Lincoln Lawyer is back with the eighth novel of the Mickey Haller (Lincoln Lawyer) series.
Mickey Haller is the half-brother of Harry Bosch, a...
Cornelius officially qualifies to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius has officially qualified to run for Cullman County revenue commissioner as a Republican.
Cornelius...
2025 All-County Football honors
Cullman County Schools congratulates the following young men for earning All-County Football honors for the 2025 season.
Cold Springs: Ayden Black , Will Jackson, Trey...
North Alabama Agriplex announces local author visit Feb. 13-14
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex announced it will welcome Alabama author Heather C. Morris for three separate classes.
On Friday, Feb. 13, Morris...
Obituary: Alton Keith Garnett
Mr. Alton Keith Garnett, 70, of Falkville passed away Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. No services are announced at this time.
Cullman...
Obituary: Rodney William Marks
Funeral services for Rodney William Marks, 52, of Logan, were held at noon on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Obituary: Timothy Wayne Cosper
Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Timothy Cosper, 70, of Falkville.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Cosper passed away...
Obituary: Stewart Victor Burden
Stewart Victor Burden, 68, of Addison, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at his residence. No services are planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Very cold temperatures into this weekend
CLANTON, Ala. – Monday, Jan. 26, 7 a.m.
Flurries occurred across the northern half of the state overnight, with some snow showers near and north of...
Wallace State: More than 860 students earn honors for Fall 2025 semester
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 862 students who were named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Fall...
United Way of Cullman County invites local nonprofits to apply for allocation funding
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County invests donor dollars back into local nonprofits that are working every day to improve life for...
Local band Raine performs at scholars bowl fundraiser
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Scholars Bowl team hosted a fundraising concert in the school auditorium Jan. 17, featuring a rising...
Obituary: Sandra Beeler Clark
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Ebenezer Cemetery. Friends and family are welcome to attend.
Sandra...
ALDOT warns of black ice danger as temperatures drop
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging motorists to use extreme caution in the coming days as temperatures are expected to drop below...
ALDOT prepares for icy roads in north Alabama
Plummeting temperatures across north Alabama will pose a significant and widespread threat of icy roads this afternoon and throughout the night. The threat may...
Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at 2.7%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced Friday, Jan. 23, that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for December held...
Jacobs proclaims Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs has officially proclaimed Jan. 25–31, 2026 Lutheran Schools Appreciation Week in the city of Cullman, recognizing the long-standing...
Files from Yesteryear: Jan. 24, 1952
Back - a - Bit
(From The Tribune Files of 1902 and 1932)
50 YEARS AGOMr. and Mrs. H. V. Weeks and daughter, Miss Roxie, have...
APLICATIONS
Wallace State Community College releases summer 2021 President’s and Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College congratulates the 241 students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2021 semester....
