12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest returns Saturday with $15K top prize

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CULLMAN, Ala. – The 12th annual Smith Lake Park Bass Fest will take place this Saturday, Oct. 4, offering anglers a chance to compete for...

1950s Rock and Roll and Candlelight Walking Tour tonight at Cullman County Museum

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s 16th annual Candlelight Walking Tour, part of the Oktoberfest tradition, will swing into action tonight with some tunes to kick...
As early as Thursday, Oct. 2, Rock the South organizers are expected to announce what many residents have long heard as rumor: the festival will relocate from Cullman County to Decatur, Alabama. If confirmed, this will mark a historic shift for the concert that has become one of north Alabama’s signature events. (2025/Mike Witcher/The Cullman Tribune)

Rock the South set to leave Cullman; Decatur to take the stage

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OCT. 2, 2025, UPDATE: Rock the South officially confirms move to Decatur CULLMAN, Ala. - As early as Thursday, Oct. 2, Rock the South organizers...
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John Drozda sentenced to 90 years for 2023 murder of Thomas Brannon

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily Johnston on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, sentenced John Wesley Drozda, 38, of Cullman, to 90...

Obituary: Jimmy Dale Wunderlich

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Jimmy was born on December 21, 1949, in Ft. Worth Texas. The son of Lt. Col. Charles Van Wunderlich and Marjorie Callahan Wunderlich Heard....

Obituary: James “Larry” Grimmett

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A funeral mass for James “Larry” Grimmett, 67, of Gardendale will be 11 a.m. Friday, October 3rd at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church...

Obituary: Deborah Ann Scott

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Memorial service is incomplete at this time for Deborah Ann Scott, 72, of Cullman. Deborah passed away October 1, 2025.  She was born March 13,...

Arrests and Incidents reported October 1, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 1, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Cullman Ghost Walks coming in October

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Southern Ghost Girls will host four walking tours in Cullman in October.   Owner Lesley Ann Hyde said the Cullman Ghost...

Editorial: Hope as the next step

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Fear alerts us. Courage responds. But hope, well, hope is what carries us forward when the dust settles and the long road lies ahead. Hope...

Library board meeting notes: Sept. 25

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its regular board meeting on Thursday, Sept. 25. Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS)...

State, national leaders visit CATA, CHS, highlighting CTE

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy and Cullman High School welcomed state and national leaders recently as part of a statewide campaign to...

COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: West Point set to meet Good Hope in county finals

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VINEMONT, Ala. – After an action-packed day one on Monday, the Cullman County Volleyball Tournament resumed at Vinemont High School Tuesday night and the...

Obituary: Pamela Daun Beard Shaddrix

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It is with great love and deep gratitude that we must announce the passing into the arms of her eternal Lord and Savior Jesus...

Obituary: Martha Ann Defnall McGinnis

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Martha Ann Defnall McGinnis, 93, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on September 26, 2025. Ms. McGinnis was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on...

Obituary: Joseph Tremblay

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A funeral mass for Joseph Tremblay, 92, of Hanceville will be 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7th at Sacred Heart of Jesus of Catholic...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 30, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 30, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State sweeps Calhoun with dominant road victories

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DECATUR, Ala. — Wallace State flag football stayed unbeaten in conference play on Sunday, rolling to a pair of convincing road wins over Calhoun...

Burgermeister Ball kicks off Oktoberfest celebration

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest season officially began last week, with the third annual Burgermeister Ball on Sept. 25 at St. Bernard. After a...

‘The Crown Returns’: Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant coming Nov. 8

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Ms. Cullman County Pageant will take place at Fairview High School on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m.  Pageant Director Gidget...

COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Fairview, Vinemont, Good Hope advance to semifinals

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VINEMONT, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Volleyball Tournament officially tipped off at Vinemont High School Monday night and after a night loaded with...

Jacobs proclaims October ADK Month

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On Monday, September 29, 2025, Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of October 2025 Alpha Delta Kappa Month in Cullman. Local Alpha Delta Kappa...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 29, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CLASH OF THE TIANS: Cullman Gold 6th grade volleyball team earns runner up finish...

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CULLMAN, AL. – While local youth volleyball teams participated in the Cullman County Youth Volleyball Tournament, 6th Grade Cullman Gold forwent the county tournament...

Cullman County Commission adopts $58M FY2026 budget

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission has adopted a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2026, focused on infrastructure, public safety and fiscal discipline.  Approved...

Cullman County 4-H member Grayson Randall named runner-up for National 4-H Award

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CULLMAN, Ala. – What began as a shy, homeschooled boy with a stutter nervously giving his first 4-H speech has led to national recognition...

Cullman County Youth Football week 6 scoring recap

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week six of the youth football season is now complete, and there were more than a fair share of exciting games...

Obituary: James Rodney Creel

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James Rodney Creel (1944-2025) The world became a little less bright this day, September 27, 2025, with the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, James...

Ivey announces $3.7M in ALDOT Annual Grant projects

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced more than $3.7 million in State funding is being awarded to cities and counties for...

COLUMN: Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!

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We’ve all seen the commercials that gave birth to the catchphrase, “Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t get up!” Since the 1980s, it has...

Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 27, 1951

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From the files of Sept. 27, 1951 Fairview News Mrs. Edith Hancock of Columbus, Ga. spent last week-end visiting relatives here and at Vinemont. J. B. Mauldin...

Obituary: Buel Rayburn Wise, Jr.

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Buel Rayburn Wise, Jr., known as Randy by all, passed away on September 25, 2025, at the age of 72. Mr. Wise was born...

Obituary: Bryan Keith Thompson

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Funeral Service for Bryan Keith Thompson, age 58 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Gum Pond Primitive Baptist Church...

Obituary: Jimmie Dewayne Smith

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Jimmie Dewayne Smith, 64, of Vinemont passed away September 23, 2025, at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence.    Cullman Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.  Mr. Smith...

WSCC CROSS COUNTRY: Wallace State finishes runner-up at ON Twilight

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State’s men’s and women’s cross country teams turned in strong performances at the ON Twilight meet Friday night at John Hunt Park,...

Editorial: Courage in action

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Fear may sound the alarm, but it is courage that carries us forward. Time and again, history reminds us that progress is never written...

Wallace State’s Brookelyn Morgan named NJCAA Division II National Athlete of the Week

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State freshman cross-country runner Brookelyn Morgan has earned national recognition, being named the NJCAA Division II USTFCCCA Female Athlete of...

Victim Services announces new name: The Willow Path

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman held its fifth annual Masquerade Ball Thursday evening, Sept. 25, at Stone Bridge Farms. Not only did...

Cullman County Schools addresses bus incident, bullying concerns

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools is addressing concerns from parents and the community following a recent student fight on a school bus that...

PREP FOOTBALL: West Point handles Hayden 42-12

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WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were off last week, and they looked well-rested when the Hayden Wildcats came to town Friday...

PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont blanks West End 28-0

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VINEMONT, Ala. – After defeating Carbon Hill on the road last week, the Vinemont Eagles were back home for a non-region matchup against West...

Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy H. Oden announces re-election campaign

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Jeremy H. Oden recently announced his re-election campaign for Alabama Public Service Commission Place 1. Below is Oden’s announcement: Alabama Public Service Commissioner...

PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman collects 24-11 win at Brewer

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back on the road for a non-region battle at Brewer Friday night and the Bearcats returned home with their...

PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs downs Lynn on the road 36-12

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LYNN, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to Lynn for a non-region matchup with the Bears Friday night and in a season where the Eagles...

PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope remains unbeaten with 41-6 win at Addison

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ADDISON, Ala. – Good Hope made the trip to Addison’s A.G. Hicks Stadium for a battle of unbeatens Friday night, and the Raiders got...
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Sheriff candidate Tim Creel hosting campaign event at VFW Saturday, Sept. 27 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Tim Creel, candidate for Cullman County Sheriff, is inviting the community to a special gathering in support of his campaign on Saturday,...

Obituary: Wintford Leon Haynes

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Wintford Leon Haynes, age 87, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Wintford was born in AL. Wintford most recently served as...

Obituary: Jamie Brad Calvert

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Jamie Brad Calvert, age 51, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents: James Donald...

Obituary: Glenda Sue (Talley) Quick

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Glenda Talley Quick, age 88 of Cullman passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Glenda was born on January 21, 1937, in Cullman to Elbert...

Obituary: David Patrick Hollenack, Jr.

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David Patrick Hollenack, Jr., age 36 of Hanceville, AL passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at his residence. He was born September 26,...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 26, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 26, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

WSCC VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State falls at Calhoun, ending 9-match win streak

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TANNER, Ala. -- Wallace State volleyball's nine-match winning streak came to an end Wednesday night, as the Lions dropped a 3-0 (14-25, 22-25, 14-25)...

Savoring the season: Enjoy and preserve fall produce

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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Fall ushers in a season of change. As leaves turn colors and days grow shorter, the freshest produce available in...

COLUMN: Sweet Savannah

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Yes, I am a country boy, but one of my favorite places to visit in this world is a city. No, I do not...

Pet of the Week: Meet Buck, a gentleman terrier

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Buck, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, a 5-year-old Cairn Terrier mix with a heart as steady as his...

Obituary: David “Richard” Roberson, Jr.

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David “Richard” Roberson, Jr. passed away on September 24, 2025, at the young age of 42. Richard was currently residing in Fyffe, Alabama, but...

Public safety matters in site selection

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When companies scout new locations, the standard checklist includes availability of a quality and skilled workforce, infrastructure, and operating costs. Yet public safety, too...

COLUMN: Just a matter of time

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I need to vent, so please don’t judge me — just listen. I’ve got a problem with time. And yes, I know some of...

Obituary: Onvie Ruth Voyles

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Funeral service for Onvie Ruth Voyles, 67, will be Sunday, September 28th, 2025, at Antioch Baptist Church at 2 p.m.  Visitation will be at...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 25, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Hoover man pleads guilty in attempt to hire hitman to murder wife, 6 children 

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A Birmingham area man has pleaded guilty to murder for hire as charged, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona. Mohammad Mohammad, 64, of...

Small Business Christmas Market coming to Ag Center Nov. 22

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Christmas Market will welcome dozens of vendors and will take place at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center...

Editorial: Fear has its place, but cannot rule us

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Fear is a curious thing. It is both a gift and a burden, a spark that keeps us alive and a shadow that can...

The 40 Acre Wood hosting fall scavenger hunts in October

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Forty Acre Wood is inviting the community to participate in family friendly fall scavenger hunts, held every Sunday in October...

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

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Literacy and STEM Collide in Cullman City Schools CULLMAN, Ala. -- It’s dinosaur time in Cullman elementary schools, with a recent project blending literacy, retention,...

Covered Bridge Festival coming Oct. 11

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ONEONTA, Ala. – With three covered bridges still in existence, Blount County carries the title of Covered Bridge Capital of Alabama, and as a...

Every holiday together: Holiday Haus set for Oct. 17-18

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host a Holiday Haus shopping event at the OmniPlex Friday and Saturday, Oct. 17-18,...

Obituary: David Wayne “Schoolboy” Cordes

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David Wayne “Schoolboy” Cordes age 67 of Cullman, Alabama passed away September 22, 2025. He was born November 14, 1957. David was a truck driver...

Obituary: Janet Eva Winfrey

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Janet Eva Livingston Winfrey, known to most as Jan, passed away on September 22, 2025, at the age of 65. Jan was born in...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 24, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Jacobs proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, Mayor Woody Jacobs recently proclaimed the month of October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) in...

Steven Pearl named Auburn Men’s Basketball Head Coach

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AUBURN, Ala.— Steven Pearl has been named Auburn men’s basketball head coach, Athletics Director John Cohen announced Monday. Pearl, who has spent the previous 11...

City of Good Hope passes $6.8 million budget

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its final September meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a...

Goatoberfest coming this weekend

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will kick off this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations with Goatoberfest. There will be live music Friday, Sept. 26, starting...

PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs collects 3-1 area win over Falkville

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BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back home to host an area match against Falkville Tuesday night, and the Eagles celebrated senior night with...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 23, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Obituary: Jodie Renea Smith

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Jodie, beloved wife, daughter, mother, and Nana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 10:18 a.m., just two days shy of her...

Obituary: Ernest Malon Boone

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A graveside service for Ernest Malon Boone, 77, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Friday, September 26, 2025, at Cullman Memory Gardens. Mr. Boone was...

WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State remains perfect with 50-6 win over Bishop State

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MILLBROOK, Ala. – Wallace State women’s flag football continued its dominant start to the season on Sunday, rolling past Bishop State 50-6 at 17 Springs...

WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State defeats Shelton State 31-7 in conference play

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MILLBROOK, Ala. — Wallace State women’s flag football continued its strong start to conference play with a 31-7 victory over Shelton State on Saturday at 17...

WSCC SOCCER: Wallace State battles to 1-1 draw at Enterprise State

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ENTERPRISE, Ala. – Wallace State men’s soccer earned a point on the road Saturday, playing to a 1-1 tie in an Alabama Community College Conference...

WSCC CROSS COUNTRY: Wallace State posts strong finishes at Firehawk Invitational

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PULASKI, Tenn. – Wallace State men’s and women’s cross country turned in strong performances on Saturday at the Firehawk Invitational hosted by UT Southern, with both...

Cullman leaders press federal priorities during DC Fly-In

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - More than 30 Cullman County leaders and community representatives traveled to the nation’s capital this past week for the annual Cullman...

WSCC VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State shines at Fall Bash with 4-0 weekend

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball turned in a dominant showing at its annual Fall Bash, winning all four matches across two days at...

New chapter for Addison Municipal Airport

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ADDISON, Ala. - Community leaders and aviation partners gathered on Friday, Sept. 19, to celebrate a new chapter for the Addison Municipal Airport. Earlier...

Auburn’s Bruce Pearl to step down as head coach

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AUBURN, Ala.— Bruce Pearl, who has guided the Auburn men’s basketball program to unprecedented heights in his 11 years on The Plains, will step...

Cullman’s Sadie Land honored at Accountancy Day Award Ceremony at Troy University

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TROY, Ala. - Sadie Land of Cullman was among the students recognized for outstanding achievements in academics during the Accountancy Day Award Ceremony at...

Troy scores 21 in the 4th quarter to rally past Buffalo

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BUFFALO, N.Y. – Troy scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to rally past Buffalo, 21-17, in non-conference action Saturday at UB Stadium. It's the...

Obituary: Michael Anthony Hooper

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Michael Anthony Hooper age 55 of Cullman, Alabama passed away September 17, 2025. He was born December 17, 1969.  Michael was a kind and simple...

Obituary: Buddy E. Reed

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A Celebration of Life Gathering for Buddy E. Reed, 86, of Cullman will be Sunday, September 28th, 2025 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel from...

WSCC CROSS COUNTRY: Wallace State earns top 3 national rankings

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State's cross-country programs continue to make noise on the national stage. In the latest U.S. Track & Field and Cross...

Arrests and Incidents reported September 22, 2025

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported September 22, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Jubilee to host Oktoberfest themed wine and dine event

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Jubilee Coffee and Wine Bar will host a German inspired Menu event for the public on Monday, Sept. 29 at 5:30...

Cullman County Youth Football week 5 scoring recap

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- Week five of the 2025 Cullman County Youth Football season is in the books, and there were several key games going...

Obituary: Cynthia Kaye Rainey

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Cynthia Kaye Rainey, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on September 20, 2025, at the age of 59. Ms. Rainey was born on April 26,...

Obituary: Teresa Ann Graves

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Teresa Ann Graves, age 67, of Cullman, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Baptist Health Princeton Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.  Cullman Heritage Funeral...

Fortenberry Farms wins Best Appetizer Award at Taste of Northeast Alabama

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CULLMAN, Ala. – Brian and Jacob Fortenberry of Fortenberry Farms in Cullman, Alabama, earned top honors at Taste of Northeast Alabama on Tuesday, Sept....

Have a heart for hospitality and a hunger for change? Host a Supper Club!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently revived a classic Southern tradition as part of Hunger Action Month. The Supper Club is...

Cullman County students shine at FCCLA All-County Beef Cook-off

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- The aroma of sizzling beef and the excitement of competition filled Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman on September 16, 2025, as...

Cullman youth volleyball team finishes undefeated, earns platinum bracket spot in regional youth volleyball

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CULLMAN, Ala. -- 6th Grade Cullman Gold volleyball team comprised of 6th-grade students from East Elementary School has finished the season undefeated in the...