Alabama DHR: 741 foster care adoptions finalized in FY 2023
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the Alabama Department of Human Resources finalized 741 foster care adoptions in fiscal year...
ACES: Amid industry, environmental struggles Christmas tree prices remain relatively steady
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — There is nothing quite like the scent of Christmas trees. These natural living room centerpieces are beloved and provide an...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
Miss Fannie Watts of Etha is attending music school at Holly Pond.
D.E. Jones is postmaster at Jones Chapel.
The sixth annual...
Obituary: Genevieve “Gen” Robbins Crawford
Funeral service for Genevieve "Gen" Robbins Crawford, age 86 of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 at Cullman Heritage...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt: A tradition of German Christmas magic unveiled in the South
Updated Nov. 25, 2023, at 10:57 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christkindlmarkt, the South's largest and most authentic German-inspired Christmas market, has made its...
FEMA cautions holiday shoppers against online scams
ATLANTA - The holiday shopping season is a prime time for hackers, scammers, and online thieves. While millions of people will be online looking...
Kicking Cancer dancers donate over $2K to Bosom Buddies
CULLMAN, Ala. - After their yearly dance workshop and social, dancers and organizers of “Kicking Cancer in Cullman” donated proceeds to the Cullman County...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School to perform ‘The Nutcracker’ Dec. 2-3
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Ballet Theatre School is gearing up for its third annual “Nutcracker” performance Dec. 2-3 at Hartsell High School.
Owner and Instructor...
Obituary: Freida Stidham
Funeral service for Freida Stidham, age 70, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home...
‘It’s been years in the making’: Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt officially opens
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt is officially open the for the holiday season and a crowd gathered at the newly-renovated Depot Park for Friday...
‘Industry Comes to Wallace State’ gives students chance to network with area employers
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Students from Wallace State Community College recently got the chance to network with area employers and learn about various internship, apprenticeship...
Pet of the week: Serve with Sarge
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sarge, an approximately 1-year-old male terrier mix with a chocolatey brown coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County Animal...
Dr. Joseph Jowers joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Board-certified family medicine physician Joseph Jowers, MD has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Jowers attended medical school at the University of...
Brandin’ Iron Veterans Day Dinner feeds 1.3K
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Brandin’ Iron’s eight annual Veterans Day Dinner took place Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. It was a free meal for...
Obituary: Charles Baker Davis
Charles Baker Davis passed away at home on Nov. 20, 2023 after a three-year battle with severe COPD. He was born July 8, 1949...
Berlin eyes park changes sought by local farmers
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday evening discussed a change to its plans for the current farmers market and proposed town...
Focusing on mental health this holiday season
CULLMAN, Ala. - As we enter a time of the year where many struggle with loss, challenges and depression, remembering to take charge of...
4-H Adventure Classes begin in January
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office announced an exciting new set of educational courses for Cullman County’s 4-H program in 2024. Three...
The Kick Six, 10 years later: ‘A great moment for Auburn’
AUBURN, Ala. – Chris Davis was convinced the 2013 Iron Bowl was headed to overtime, even as he stood near the back of the...
Candidates qualify for local offices
CULLMAN, Ala. – A number of candidates have qualified to run in local elections in 2024. Candidates seeking nomination by a party primary had...
Cullman’s Christkindlmarkt: German winter wonderland in the heart of Alabama!
CULLMAN, Ala. - As winter cloaks Cullman, an old-world charm takes over the streets, bringing with it the magical aura of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt....
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman downs Albertville 73-56 to win Mike Dean Turkey Shootout
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back on the court at Bearcat Arena Wednesday night to battle the unbeaten Albertville Aggies Wednesday night and the...
Obituary: Clarice Koehler Shafer
Clarice Koehler Shafer passed from this life Nov. 17, 2023. She was born April 28, 1934. Graveside service will be held at Cullman City...
Obituary: Rachel Marie Mayhall
Rachel Marie Mayhall, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 in Alamogordo, New Mexico at the home of her brother, August Mayhall....
Obituary: Sister Priscilla Cohen, O.S.B.
Sister Priscilla Cohen, O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, passed into the arms of God on Nov. 20, 2023....
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
ALEA dishes out safety tips for Thanksgiving
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Thanksgiving marks one of the busiest weeks of the year on Alabama roadways. This year, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)...
West Elementary’s ‘Winter Wonderland’ Book Fair to greet students Nov. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary School students are in for a treat when Thanksgiving break ends and classes resume on Nov. 27. West Elementary...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville drops Thanksgiving Tournament game against Dora 54-49
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament resumed at Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday and to get the day started, Vinemont knocked off Ardmore...
Karma’s Express opens on Main Ave.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Karma’s Coffee House has officially thrown its hat in the ring of food trucks serving the Cullman area with its newest...
Rusty and Beth Daniel named 2024 Farm Family of the Year
SIMCOE, Ala. – This year’s Cullman Farm-City Banquet was hosted by the Cullman County Farm-City Committee at Camp Meadowbrook Tuesday night, Nov. 21, and...
Vinemont seeking sponsors for inaugural Tinsel Trail
VINEMONT, Ala. - The countdown to Christmas is on, and the Town of South Vinemont has announced plans for a brand new holiday event....
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Raiders collect 67-22 win over Dora at Wallace State Thanksgiving Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders were back in action Tuesday afternoon competing at this year’s Wallace State Thanksgiving Classic and after...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP BASKETBALL: Holly Pond handles Addison 69-18 at Wallace State Thanksgiving Classic
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Holly Pond Lady Broncos hit the court at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Tuesday morning for a matchup against the...
Sportsman Lake Winter Wonderland officially open for season
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 21st annual Sportsman Lake Winter Wonderland is officially open for the holiday season (see days and hours below). The ribbon...
Gamer Geeks hosting free community Thanksgiving meal
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thanksgiving is a season of gratitude, family and feasting, but while many are slicing sweet potato pies and arguing with family...
Veteran spotlight: Ken Brown
In celebration of Veterans Day, Tribune reporter Cayla Grace Murphy sat down with veterans at Cullman’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 for rapid-fire...
Gudger receives statewide leadership award
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R- Cullman, was recently recognized as 2023 Alabama RC&D Senate Leader of the Year by the Alabama Association...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville tips off Thanksgiving Tournament with 67-34 win over Ardmore
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This year’s Hanceville Thanksgiving Tournament tipped off Monday and after Vinemont and Cold Springs lost their games to Mortimer Jordan and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Bearcats earn wins at Mike Dean Turkey Shootout
CULLMAN, Ala. — This year’s Coach Mike Dean Turkey Shootout tipped off at Cullman High School’s Bearcat Arena Monday night and both the Good...
Obituary: Sandra Garrison Burnham
Sandra Garrison Burnham, 78, of Dellrose, Tennessee passed away on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023.
Ms. Burnham is preceded in death by her parents, John Ray...
Obituary: Sandra Joyce Albritton
Sandra Joyce Albritton, age 80, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023, at her residence.
She was born Jan. 9, 1943, in New...
Obituary: Travis Dewayne Powe
Funeral service for Travis Dewayne Powe, age 46, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Helen Marie Holcomb
Funeral service for Helen Marie Holcomb, age 91, of Baileyton, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Patsy Plott-Jackson
Funeral services for Patsy Plott-Jackson, 69, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Nelwin Annette Taylor
Funeral service for Nelwin Annette Taylor, age 85, of Hanceville, will be Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023 at 12 p.m. at Good Hope Baptist church,...
Obituary: Boyd L. “Tyke” Browder
Funeral service for Boyd L. “Tyke” Browder, age 68, of Cullman, will be Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023 at 12 pm at Cullman Funeral Home...
Auburn to host SEC Nation Presented by Regions for Iron Bowl
SEC Network's weekly, traveling pre-game show, SEC Nation Presented by Regions, closes out the regular season with an Iron Bowl battle, as No. 8...
Updated list of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Prepared for the storm: Cullman Electric Cooperative readies for fall power outages
Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:50 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – As the fall storm season approaches, Cullman Electric Cooperative stands ready to tackle any challenges...
Alabama coaching staff selects 7 Players of the Week following Chattanooga win
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Alabama coaching staff named seven players of the week to eight spots following the Crimson Tide’s 66-10 win against Chattanooga last...
CCBOE, Premier Bank team up to offer surprise attendance bonuses
Updated Nov. 20, 2023, at 6:52 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good attendance is the foundation of doing well in school, and later in life, doing...
County commission appoints new deputy coroner, accepts grant to resurface CR 1490
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its Nov. 14 meeting appointed Brian Monk to serve as a deputy coroner, at the request...
Troy runs win streak to 8, downs Louisiana on Senior Day
TROY, Ala. –Jabre Barber threw a 20-yard pass and pulled down the touchdown reception on Troy's game-winning drive in its 31-24 victory over Louisiana on...
BOOK REVIEW ‘Blessing of the Lost Girls’ by J. A. Jance
“Blessing of the Lost Girls” is J. A. (Judith Ann) Jance’s latest book. As the title indicates, this novel is about missing and murdered...
Balloons over Broadway: CCPS students create their own balloon parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got a first-grade twist recently, as students at Cullman City Primary School created their own mini-balloon...
Repairs begin to make Gulf State Park Pier whole again
GULF SHORES, Ala. - Lamar Pendergrass had a dream several years ago when he became the South Region Operations Supervisor for the Alabama Department...
COLUMN: Common scents
My wife Carol has been strongly suggesting (I call it nagging) that I visit my doctor and get the once over. I told her...
CASA volunteers needed for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteers are needed. Volunteers “are appointed by a judge to recommend the best possible...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the files of 1900
M. Dickerman has purchased the sawmill, belonging to W. Turney, near Vinemont.
Doctor W.A. Barclift of Hartselle is having a cottage...
Obituary: John Cleveland Livingston
John Cleveland Livingston, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on Nov. 16, 2023, at the age of 87. Mr. Livingston was born July 5, 1936,...
Obituary: Michael Geroam Milligan
Funeral service for Michael Geroam Milligan, 73, of Vinemont, will be Monday, Nov. 20, 2023 at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with...
Obituary: Janice Annette Hinkle
Memorial service for Janice Annette Hinkle, age 72, of Cullman, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Janice...
ACES: Guide to cooking the Thanksgiving turkey
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — At Thanksgiving, the turkey is the star of the dinner table. However, it does no good if it is frozen,...
Unsheltered International invites community to free Thanksgiving meal Nov. 22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Unsheltered International is dedicated to helping unsheltered and unhoused individuals and connecting resources to the people who may need...
Students learn leadership skills at annual Youth Leadership Conference
COLUMBIANA, Ala. - The 2023 Alfa Youth Leadership Conference helped 87 high school freshmen and sophomores from across Alabama develop crucial life and ag...
2023 Festival of Trees begins Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s fall and the trees have our full attention! Phyllis Hain, volunteer consultant for the Cullman Tree Commission, stated, “As my...
Library board discusses changes in operations amid interim director resignation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board at its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 16, discussed director pay and changes in operations, rescinded...
Local volunteer fire departments granted $100K in American Rescue Plan Act funds
VINEMONT, Ala. – It was all smiles Thursday evening, Nov. 16, as members of the Cullman County Association of Volunteer Fire Departments received $100,000...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders take home openers over New Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Raiders and Lady Raiders of Good Hope hosted their first home games of the season against New Hope Friday...
Obituary: Wanda Knighten
Funeral services for Wanda Knighten, 65, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the...
Obituary: Robert John Schweighart
Robert John Schweighart, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023.
Robert is survived by his wife, Kattie Powe Schweighart; his...
Cullman Association of Realtors kicks off annual toy drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local realtors are gearing up for the holiday season and preparing to make Christmas wishes come true. Now through Dec. 13,...
Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show set for Nov. 17-18
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show is set for this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-18 at Cullman Church of...
‘The day was full of joy’
Hope Horses hosts Fall Fun Show
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses hosted its Fall Fun Show Saturday, Nov. 11.
“Students worked hard all year...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 17, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 17, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Pet of the week: Adventure with Emma
CULLMAN, Ala. – Emma, an approximately 3-year-old female Husky mix is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Despite her breed’s reputation of high-powered...
HAY Mamas hosting Christmas Bazaar this Saturday at Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. – In the hustle and bustle of holiday season and in a culture seemingly focused on instant gratification, a group called HAY...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview Aggies, Lady Aggies collect wins over Curry
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies and Lady Aggies welcomed the Curry Yellow Jackets to Joe Shults Gym for their home openers Thursday night...
Cullman’s Lacey Johnson crowned 2024 Miss UAB
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The new Miss University of Alabama at Birmingham is senior Lacey Johnson, of Cullman.
Nine students competed for the title in the...
Obituary: Mary Joyce Hampton Watts
Mary Joyce Hampton Watts, age 65, of Cullman, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at her residence. She was born Nov. 6, 1957,...
Obituary: Euell Franklin Bartlett
Funeral service for Euell Franklin Bartlett, age 88, of Vinemont, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Carol Fannin
Carol Fannin, age 90, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. Carol was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas on Aug. 23,...
5 arrested in deaths of 2 Cullman County brothers
WINSTON COUNTY, Ala. - The Winston County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, announced the arrests of five individuals in connection with...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Y’all come eat!’: Free Vinemont Community Thanksgiving Meal this Saturday
VINEMONT, Ala. - Community leaders in Vinemont are preparing to dish out a traditional Thanksgiving meal to local families. The town will host its...
Vinemont Town Council talks holiday events
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council at its November meeting, discussed community holiday events, including the annual Community Thanksgiving Meal, Christmas Tree Lighting,...
Restaurateurs, ranchers and foodies gather for inaugural Taste of Cullman event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Dedicated restauranteurs and chefs, local ranchers and growers and those who just love a good bite to eat gathered at Wallace...
8th annual Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner Nov. 20
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse in West Point has hosted a free meal for area veterans and their spouses for the...
Obituary: Edna M. Hardin
Funeral service for Edna M. Hardin, age 88, of Vinemont, will be Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel,...
Obituary: Corinne Byrd Glasscock
Funeral service for Corinne Byrd Glasscock, age 102, of Cullman, will be at 12 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian...
Obituary: Dakota Ray Lamons
Dakota Ray Lamons, 19, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Nov. 9, 2023. Dakota was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on Oct. 1, 2004,...
Obituary: Mary “Dean” Chambers Porter
Funeral services for Mary “Dean” Chambers Porter will be Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Ryan Baptist Church, with Rev. Perry Knight...
Arrests and Incidents reported Nov. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Addison High named Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence Lighthouse School for 2023
Updated Nov. 15, 2023 at 7:33 p.m.
ADDISON, Ala. - Addison High School is a small school in a small town in Winston County, Alabama...
Behind the Rack Consignment sale coming to Cullman Nov. 16-18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heather Stewart and her consignment sale, Behind the Rack Consignment, had been offering deep discounts on high-quality secondhand children’s items in...
Jordan Lee makes legendary return to Bassmaster Elite Series
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former back-to-back Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic champion Jordan Lee is headed back to the Bassmaster Elite Series in 2024. Lee will...
Crafternoon at the Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - Paint, hot glue and other crafting supplies lined the tables, crafters and hobbyists filtered in and Crafternoon was underway at the...
APLICATIONS
Guide to Alabama’s venomous snakes
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Summertime is in full throttle, and outdoor enthusiasts are being extra cautious because of snakes. Most native Alabama snake species...
