PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview races past West Point 42-14
WEST POINT, Ala. – The seventh annual Brandin Iron Bowl was hosted by West Point this year and the Warriors welcomed in the Fairview...
Ivey proclaims National Hunting and Fishing Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday, Sept. 21, signed a proclamation celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day, which is Saturday, Sept. 23,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region battle with Susan Moore 35-16
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Eagles were back home for another regional matchup against Susan Moore, but they were plagued by turnovers throughout the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bulldogs fall at No. 2 Cherokee County 55-0
CENTRE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road for a regional battle at Cherokee County Friday night and unfortunately for Bulldog fans, the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Locust Fork on the road 56-8
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles hit the road Friday night for a regional matchup at Locust Fork but unfortunately for Eagle...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab drops 1st game of season at Scottsboro 28-14
SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – The Arabian Knights made the trip to Scottsboro for a critical regional matchup and after taking a 14-0 lead in the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Southeastern pulls away to top Holly Pond 35-6
REMLAP, Ala. – The Holly Pond Broncos traveled to Remlap, Alabama to take on Southeastern Friday night and despite trailing by just one score...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek mauls Phillips for 72-16 homecoming win
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek returned to Tiger Stadium Friday night to host this year’s homecoming game against Phillips Bear Creek and the Tigers celebrated...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
PREP CHEER: ‘Be a valuable asset to the team’: Vinemont’s Maggie Payne enjoying sophomore...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore Maggie Payne is cheering on the varsity squad for the first time this season and she's had an incredible...
Pet of the week: Shelly
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shelly, an approximately 10-month-old female Border Collie mix with a dark coal coat, is available for adoption at the Cullman County...
Wahl, APLS vote to create list of ‘inappropriate’ library books
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board of Diretors on Wednesday approved a resolution creating a list of books with content...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Fairview wins senior night matches over Scottsboro, Decatur Heritage
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies celebrated Senior Night on the volleyball court Thursday with a tri-match against Scottsboro and Decatur Heritage. After trailing the...
Marketing moves
Students learning marketing, design skills at CHS, CMS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman students are able to learn marketing and design skills this year, as part...
Obituary: Myrtle Jean Davis Chaney
Myrtle Jean Davis Chaney, 81, of Russellville, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 20, 2023, at Alive Hospice Murfreesboro Office and Residence.
She was born June 23,...
Obituary: Bill Wesley Dyer
Funeral service for Bill Wesley Dyer, age 78, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 24, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Bailey Keef named to Mississippi College Volleyball Team
CLINTON, MS (09/21/2023)-- Bailey Keef of Good Hope, has been named to the 2023 Mississippi College Volleyball Team.
Mississippi College congratulates the student athletes who...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Commission approves FY 2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday approved the budget for the 2024 fiscal year. It reported total budgeted expenses of $31,467,929...
Obituary: Emma Pauline “Polly” Hite Stricklin
Emma Pauline "Polly" Hite Stricklin was born on April 18, 1933. She passed away at her home on Sep. 14, 2023. She was 90 years...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘Every role on the team is important’: Cold Springs’ Hollyn Bruer ready...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Hollyn Bruer will be a freshman this upcoming basketball season and will be on the JV team this year....
Oktoberfest in Cullman: Bridging Bavarian roots and Alabama traditions
CULLMAN, Ala. — As autumn leaves transition to golden hues, Cullman takes on a distinctly Bavarian atmosphere, embracing its roots in Oktoberfest, a renowned...
Senior spotlight: Meet Angie Carter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet local pageant queen, senior citizen advocate and community member Angie Carter. The Cullman Tribune recently sat down for a Q&A...
‘Train to Drive’: ALEA participates in Operation Clear Track
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Whether you’re a veteran, unexperienced driver or make your living behind the wheel of a bus or a commercial vehicle, staying...
Obituary: David Timothy “Tim” Richie
David Timothy “Tim” Richie, 62, of Haleyville, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 20, 2023, at Haleyville Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born Sep. 23, 1960, in...
Obituary: Jana Starling Davis
Jana Starling Davis, age 35, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023.
Jana is survived by her daughter Lakin McBee; and her...
Obituary: Christopher Ian White
Memorial Services are incomplete at this time for Christopher Ian White, 44, of Vinemont.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. White passed...
Obituary: Bobbie Mahan Shedd
Ms. Bobbie Mahan Shedd, age 66, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 19, 2023. Bobbie was born in Bessemer Alabama on April...
PREP CHEER: ‘Spread God’s word as much as you can’: Good Hope’s Lexi Doss...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lexi Doss will be heading into her fourth and final year as a varsity cheerleader and has...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Mayberry Goes to Hee Haw’ again Oct. 26
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hundreds of fans of classic family friendly comedy piled into the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre at Wallace State Community College on...
Cullman library board discusses challenged books, censorship
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tensions rose at Cullman County Public Library System's board meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 19. The board heard from several community members...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point splits tri-match with Cold Springs, Lawrence County
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors hosted Lawrence County and Cold Springs in a tri-match on Tuesday afternoon. West Point lost 3-1 to...
Obituary: Lt. Col. Julian Richard Campbell
Funeral service for Lt. Col. Julian Richard Campbell, age 103, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sep. 23, 2023 at Seventh...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 19, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 19, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CCBOE rolls out new buses
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools received the first of its new air-conditioned buses last week. But A/C is not the only feature the...
Walk for MS awareness back this October
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Walk is back for the first time since COVID-19, thanks largely in part to a collaboration with...
Walk for MS awareness back this October
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Walk is back for the first time since COVID-19, thanks largely in part to a collaboration with...
Cullman Electric Cooperative hosts 87th Annual Meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Despite a little morning drizzle, hundreds of members of the Cullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) assembled at Northbrook Baptist Church on Saturday,...
Paul J. Kim to speak at St. Bernard Sept. 21-22
CULLMAN, Ala. – Saint Bernard Preparatory School on Monday announced a special event featuring one of America's most sought-after Catholic youth and young adult...
Obituary: Wayne Frederick Burgett
Funeral services for Wayne Frederick Burgett, of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: James W. Braswell
Funeral Service for James W. Braswell, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Sep. 21, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
NWTF Alabama commits over $230K for 2024, boosts sew Habitat for the Hatch Initiative
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - The Alabama NWTF State Chapter recently approved $183,613 to 25 projects across the state for the 2024 Fiscal Year, along with...
Cullman Association of Realtors donates $73K to local charities
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Sept.13, the Cullman Association of Realtors (CAR) hosted a luncheon at Stone Bridge Farms, where it presented checks totaling...
Obituary: Ida Lou Peregoy
Ida Lou Peregoy, age 89, passed away on Sunday, Sep. 17, 2023 at Cullman Regional. She was born, Sep. 21, 1933 to William Jessie...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 18, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 18, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
St. Bernard students awarded academic honors from College Board National Recognition Programs
CULLMAN, Ala. – Students at Saint Bernard Preparatory School have achieved academic honors through College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs serve as a...
PREP CHEER: ‘Hand it to God’: Hanceville’s Haylee Nethery excited for cheer season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville junior cheerleader Haylee Nethery had an amazing experience in her first year cheering with the Bulldogs varsity squad last year...
1 killed in late-night shooting, active manhunt underway
CULLMAN, Ala. -- According to Cullman Police Department Director of Communications Adam Clark, at approximately 10:55 p.m. Sunday evening a shooting took place near the 200...
STEM Day takes over Cullman City Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - STEM took over Cullman City Primary School this week, introducing young students to all kinds of real-world Science, Technology, Engineering and...
Cullman County Youth Football Week 3 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- It's near the halfway point of the 2023 Cullman County Youth Football season and there were more than a handful of...
Obituary: Margaret Lanier
Margaret Lanier, age 102, of Cullman (formerly of Birmingham), Alabama passed away on Saturday, Sep. 16, 2023. Margaret is preceded in death by her...
Hanceville Council reviews proposed FY2024 budget
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville City Council at its meeting on Thursday read and reviewed the proposed fiscal year 2024 budget.
Mayor Kenneth Nail said that...
Celebrating in the Wundergarten: Shhh and secrets
“Shhh” in a Cullman County library was likely first heard in the home of Colonel John Cullmann, the county’s founder. The Colonel was known...
CDC cuts ribbon on Cullman County Life Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Thursday afternoon, the Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) hosted a ribbon cutting for its new Cullman County Life Center....
Files from yesteryear: 1917, 1937
From the files of 1917
Mrs. O. Kinney, Mrs. G.W. Johnson, Honorable and Mrs. A.A. Griffith have returned from a ten day stay in Dawson...
Obituary: Zonie Gail Sullenger
Funeral service for Zonie Gail Sullenger, age 77, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sep. 18, 2023 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: James “Jim” Ray Mechaw
James "Jim" Ray Mechaw, age 90, of Cullman, went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023 at MMCS in...
Barnette gives update on CCBOE projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Schools system spans a vast geographical area with multiple campuses, each with unique needs and characteristics, and the...
Blount County high-speed chase called off
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. -- Saturday afternoon, a high-speed chase originating in Blount County was making its way toward Cullman County before it was called...
2 killed in Saturday morning wreck
UPDATE: The driver of the Chrysler 300 has been identified.
DECATUR POST – A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, has claimed...
WSCC: 226 students named to summer 2023 President’s, Dean’s Lists
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College congratulates the 226 outstanding students named to the President’s List and Dean’s List for the Summer 2023...
Cullman’s Little Free Pantry needs your help
CULLMAN, Ala. – Even with the recent 1% drop in grocery tax, area food banks and free pantries are struggling to keep up with...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison drops tight game at Hackleburg 32-28
HACKLEBURG, Ala. – Addison traveled to Hackleburg, Alabama to take on the Panthers for a game with major region championship implications. In an exciting...
PREP FOOTBALL: Bearcats bounce back with 21-14 win at Decatur
DECATUR, Ala. – On a beautiful night for high school football, the Cullman Bearcats made another trip north to take on the Decatur Red...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview knocks off Good Hope 28-7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies hosted the Good Hope Raiders in a huge county game for both teams. After holding a slim lead...
Tower Challenge
Local first responders complete challenge remembering 9/11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue firefighter Seth Brock said he and four fellow first responders have a...
Cullman Oktoberfest back, bigger than ever Sept. 28-30
CULLMAN, Ala. – With crisp autumn air just around the corner, Cullman is gearing up for its annual take on Oktoberfest, celebrating Cullman's German...
PREP FOOTBALL: Pleasant Valley edges Holly Pond 15-14
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Pleasant Valley Raiders visited the Holly Pond Broncos Friday night and were able to leave with a tight, 15-14 victory over...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont hammers Brindlee Mountain 44-0
VINEMONT, Ala. – Coming off a tough non region slate to kick off the season, Vinemont hosted Brindlee Mountain for homecoming and its region...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville earns 32-6 region win over Ashville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville was back home at Ray Talley Stadium for another big regional matchup Friday night and the Bulldogs of Hanceville proved...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls to Lamar County 46-20
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs was back at home Friday night to host a regional game against Lamar County and despite a three-touchdown performance...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region opener at Russellville 48-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – The West Point Warriors made the trip to Russellville to open up region play Friday night and they had their hands...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek falls in 30-28 nailbiter at Colbert Heights
TUSCUMBIA, Ala. – The Meek Tigers made the trek to Tuscumbia for a regional battle with Colbert Heights Friday night and the Tigers made...
PREP FOOTBALL: Arab remains unbeaten with 29-26 win over Sardis
ARAB, Ala. – The Arabian Knights returned home for another regional matchup against Sardis Friday night, and it was a tight one between the...
Obituary: Tula Romine
Tula Romine, age 96, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023.
Tula is survived by her son Leonard (Linda) Romine; her daughters...
Obituary: James Stanley Posey
James Stanley Posey, age 71, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023. James was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Stanley...
Obituary: Billy Lynn Thompson
Funeral Service for Billy Lynn Thompson, age 79, of Warrior, will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sep. 17, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Wilda Sue Owens Barnes
Memorial Service for Wilda Sue Owens Barnes, age 75, of Cullman, will be at 4 p.m. on Monday, Sep. 18, 2023 at Cullman Heritage...
Obituary: Jerry Wayne Johnson
Jerry Wayne Johnson, 77, of Haleyville, passed away Sep. 13, 2023 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama.
He was born March 1, 1946...
Obituary: Ruth Brigham
Ruth Brigham passed away peacefully in bed on August 31, 2023. She was 98 years old.
Ruth was born and raised in Hanceville on the...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Baileyton council discusses new AED for senior center
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council held its regular meeting, delayed one week, on Monday, Sept. 11, 2023. The council welcomed Donna Kent,...
Harbison stepping down from United Way
CULLMAN, Ala. – United Way of Cullman County Executive Director Waid Harbison on Thursday, Sept. 14, announced his resignation, effective November 2023. Harbison was...
Gatecrasher arrested after collision at manufacturing plant
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man was arrested Thursday evening after crashing through a gate at Yutaka Technologies, causing $19,000 in damage but no injuries.
Ryan...
Shannon Nickens convicted of armed robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County jury on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, convicted Shannon Dewayne Nickens of first-degree robbery (armed robbery) in connection with...
WSCC Cross Country teams ranked 7th in national preseason poll
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s cross country teams both are ranked No. 7 nationally in the 2023 NJCAA DII...
Obituary: Brenda “Gail” Burden
Brenda “Gail” Burden, age 80, of Vinemont, passed away Wednesday, Sep. 13, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born...
Obituary: Era Faye Denney
Era Faye Denney, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on Thursday morning, Sep. 14, 2023, at the age of 86. Ms. Denney was born...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman City School Board sets FY2024 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board on Monday, Sept. 11, passed its budget for the 2024 fiscal year. Total revenue for the...
Cullman City Council passes $55M annual budget
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening passed the City’s 2024 fiscal year budget. The new budget totals $55,290,609, a 4.5%...
Pet of the week: Marshall
CULLMAN, Ala. – Marshall, an approximately 2-year-old male Great Pyrenees with a soft cream coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Marshall...
PREP CHEER: ‘Put the Lord before anything’: Vinemont’s Krimson Gingrich excited for cheer season
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont sophomore cheerleader Krimson Gingrich is cheering on the Eagles varsity squad for the first time this year and has had...
AL SoS Allen speaks at Cullman County Republican Women meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen on Tuesday night spoke at the Cullman County Republican Women meeting. He said his primary...
Obituary: Kaeden Ryan Dawson
Celebration of Life for Kaeden Ryan Dawson, age 19, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Sep. 15, 2023, at East Side...
Obituary: Howard O’Neal Hays
A graveside service for Howard O’Neal Hays, of Hanceville, will be 11 a.m. Friday, Sep. 15, 2023 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverend Ruland...
Obituary: Mildred Athlee Baker Sandlin
Mildred Athlee Baker Sandlin, age 97, of Bremen, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. Mildred was born in Cullman, Alabama on March...
Obituary: Dale Dewayne Campbell
Immediate family graveside service for Dale Dewayne Campbell, age 64, of Crane Hill, will be at Bethany Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in...
Arrests and Incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sep. 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
APLICATIONS
Critically injured CCSO Deputy Adam Clark ‘making progress’
Updated 2-12-20 at 4:36 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala.- Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry said Deputy Adam Clark, who was critically injured in a wreck early Tuesday...
