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Christmas at the Grotto: ‘There’s something here that brings peace’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas at the Grotto has officially returned for its seventh year, inviting visitors into a peaceful, artistic and spiritually centered holiday...
Holiday movie guide
Looking for the perfect holiday watch? From heartfelt romances to action-packed adventures, these seasonal favorites bring the magic, chaos and charm of Christmas to...
Explore Wonderland Under Warrior at Rickwood Caverns
WARRIOR, Ala. - Families looking to add a little adventure to their holiday festivities won't have to travel very far. About 25–30 minutes from...
Christmas event calendar
Cullman Christkindlmarkt
Through Dec. 23 | Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. | Sundays, noon- 8 p.m. | Open seven days a week beginning Dec. 11...
The Link serves up Thanksgiving blessings
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman community combined efforts on Saturday, Nov. 22, at The Link of Cullman County’s Thanksgiving Meal Kit Drive-Thru event. Local...
Christkindlmarkt open for the season
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christkindlmarkt is open for the season, with officials cutting the ribbon to kick of the holiday festivities on Thursday, Nov....
LIST: Local Thanksgiving meals
CULLMAN, Ala. – Here’s a list of local Thanksgiving meal events. Know of one we missed? Email us at news@cullmantribune.com.
Spirit Life Church Thanksgiving Holiday...
Honey Baked Ham opens in southwest Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Honey Baked Ham is officially open in Cullman. It’s located at 1738 Second Ave. SW (U.S. Highway 31) next to Farmers...
Harmony 5th graders collect more than 1K pairs of socks for Curt’s Closet
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School's fifth-grade Pirates and Pixies clubs successfully completed their first major service project. Students worked hard and collected more than...
Good Hope City Council talks community center updates
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council at its Nov. 13 meeting heard updates on several ongoing projects, including the construction of...
ECBA preparing for annual Nursing Home Ministry Christmas Store
CULLMAN, Ala. - The East Cullman Baptist Association is preparing for its annual Nursing Home Ministry Christmas Store. The program offers nursing home residents...
State Report Card: County, City school systems report highest grades in system histories
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama State Department of Education Report Card for the 2024-2025 school year was released Thursday, Nov. 13, and both Cullman...
Wallace States hosts TVA Welding Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 50 vocational students from across Alabama and Tennessee gathered at Wallace State Community College on Friday, Nov. 14, for...
‘In His Image’: Gala focuses on serving others as an act of faith
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County hosted its annual fundraising gala Thursday, Nov. 6. The “In His Image” Gala drew around 450...
WSCC Department of Nursing Education holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For many young children, a trip to the doctor or hospital can bring anxiety and fear, but Wallace State Community College's...
Lake Cleanup Days ‘worth every bit of effort’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Utilities wrapped up its second annual Lake Cleanup Days on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Volunteers, employees and community members met to...
Veterans Day at OmniPlex: ‘The least we can do is thank you’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Veterans, families, friends and community members gathered on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Cullman OmniPlex for a luncheon honoring those who...
West Point seats new mayor, council; 2 seats vacant
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council on Monday, Nov. 3, held an organizational meeting and swearing-in ceremony. Members were seated on...
Good Hope, Garden City, Dodge City seat officials for new terms
GOOD HOPE
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The City of Good Hope on Monday, Nov. 3, swore in council members and the mayor for their new...
‘12 Angry Jurors’ opens Nov. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre is trading in musical numbers for high-stakes deliberation with its newest production, "12 Angry Jurors," opening Thursday,...
Library board meeting notes: Oct. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met on Thursday, Oct. 30, to discuss a busy month of outreach, events and upcoming...
WildWater trunk-or-treat makes triumphant return
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a few years off, WildWater Cullman’s trunk-or-treat event made its triumphant return Tuesday, Oct. 28, with more than 2,000 visitors...
Cullman City Council recognizes outgoing members
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met Thursday, Oct. 30, for its final session before newly elected members take office Nov. 3. The...
‘We are out here walking for a cure to fight MS’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Saturday morning, Oct. 25, participants gathered at Heritage Park for the annual Cullman MS Walk to raise awareness and support...
Upcoming holiday events at Gypsy Souls Nov. 1, 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is getting into the holiday spirit this year with two fun-filled events to spread some Christmas...
Halloween safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year, full of fun costumes, thrilling events and activities, and delicious...
Nearly 2K trick-or-treaters attend Smith Lake Park event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Park hosted its annual trick-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 25, bringing the largest crowd the event has ever seen....
Milliken Halloween: A fun, over-the-top experience
CULLMAN, Ala. - For creative minds Heidi and Rick Milliken, Halloween is more than just a night of trick-or-treating; it's a full-scale project that...
‘It’s something families look forward to every year’
Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat held indoors due to rain
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Despite rainy weather, families still gathered Sunday afternoon for the annual Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat, a Halloween...
Students enjoy Halloween STEM Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Fairview High School, Fairview Middle School and Parkside School came together on Thursday, Oct. 23, to bring science and Halloween fun...
St. Andrew’s donation aids Good Samaritan
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Andrew’s Methodist Church has made a significant contribution toward the construction of Good Samaritan Health Clinic’s new location, assisting in...
Harmony School rocking ‘Socktober’
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School fifth-grade “Pirates and Pixies” clubs are working hard to make an impact in Cullman County this month with “Socktober,”...
Investing in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – Representatives from the Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council joined local leaders and organizations on Monday, Oct....
Taste of Cullman Grown Food Show benefits The Link
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Culinary Arts and Horticulture departments and North Alabama Agriplex hosted the annual Taste of Cullman Grown...
Not-So-Scary Stories in the Park happening all month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre is putting on Not-So-Scary Stories in the Park every Sunday in October. Families looking for a unique way...
Dodge City Council talks S&S break-in, finances, events
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Council at its Oct. 9, meeting heard updates from local law enforcement, discussed recent expenditures and approve...
Chamber luncheon spotlights public safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center on Friday held its monthly community luncheon. The October event, which took...
Learning about fire safety at the Shirley Burden Public Library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 8, hosted Fire Safety Storytime led by Hanceville Fire Chief Bart Absher.
The goal...
Library hosts ‘Picnic with a Purpose’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted “Picnic with a Purpose,” on Saturday, Oct. 4, to raise funds for ongoing improvements. The...
The 40 Acre Wood opening for field trips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning Nov. 1, The 40 Acre Wood will welcome school field trips, allowing students to learn and play outdoors while exploring...
‘It feels like home’
Florida couple makes Cullman Oktoberfest an annual tradition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Oktoberfest is one of the city’s biggest celebrations of the year, but its...
Get to know Rise & Shine Hope Ranch
CULLMAN, Ala. - For Chaplains Dr. Jady and Pamela Pipes, faith is at the center of everything they do. "First of all, we want...
Library board meeting notes: Sept. 25
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
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Technology Academy and Cullman High School welcomed state and national leaders recently as part of a statewide campaign to...
Burgermeister Ball kicks off Oktoberfest celebration
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 40 Acre Wood hosting fall scavenger hunts in October
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Forty Acre Wood is inviting the community to participate in family friendly fall scavenger hunts, held every Sunday in October...
New chapter for Addison Municipal Airport
ADDISON, Ala. - Community leaders and aviation partners gathered on Friday, Sept. 19, to celebrate a new chapter for the Addison Municipal Airport. Earlier...
Have a heart for hospitality and a hunger for change? Host a Supper Club!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently revived a classic Southern tradition as part of Hunger Action Month. The Supper Club is...
Enjoy Singo Bingo at Drifters
CULLMAN, Ala. - Drifters Bar & Grill on Smith Lake is hosting weekly Singo Bingo nights. Hosted every Monday at 6:45 p.m., Singo Bingo...
Laps for Lincoln this Sunday at The 40 Acre Wood
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, Sept. 21, the Forty Acre Wood will open its trails to support a local family facing the ongoing challenges...
City school board approves budget, declares emergency project for CHS baseball field
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, when it discussed the budget, and emergency...
Community luncheon highlights area tourism
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Cullman Area of Chamber of Commerce September Community Luncheon on Friday, Executive Director of Tourism Harmony Heard shared an...
Dodge City Council talks budget approvals, infrastructure projects
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Council held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, addressing everything from budget approvals and infrastructure projects...
Parkside School awarded Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Be Healthy School Grant
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Parkside School in Baileyton has been awarded a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Be Healthy School Grant. Parkside intends...
Pilot Club Fall Vendor Market coming Sept. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman is swapping its usual rummage sale for a Fall Vendor Market on Saturday, Sept. 20, from...
Attention plant lovers! The Plantique now open
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new plant nursery has officially opened in Cullman. The Plantique opened on Tuesday, Sept. 2, in the former Mustard Seed...
Library board meeting notes: Aug. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board held its monthly meeting on Thursday, Aug. 21. It approved minutes from the previous meeting, along with the...
Pollinator Party focuses on pollinator conservation
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office hosted a “Pollinator Count Party” the morning of Friday, Aug. 22, as part of the Great...
‘There’s a new level of performance here’
Cullman Community Theatre director reflects on ’Fiddler on the Roof,’ future
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre recently wrapped its production of “Fiddler on...
Cullman City School Board: Aug. 19 meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board held its regular board meeting and first FY2025-2026 budget hearing on Aug. 19. A budget was...
Business spotlight: Golden Touch Luxury Showers
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new, locally owned business has opened up in the heart of downtown Cullman: Golden Touch Luxury Showers.
Co-owners Rita and Michael...
Agriplex hosts ‘Armadillo Rodeo’ for Little Farmers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex's Little Farmers Preschool Program gives children an opportunity to explore agriculture, nature and community through hands-on, kid-friendly...
Dodge City Town Council talks finances, roads, parks
DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council held its monthly meeting on Aug. 14, discussing finances, road projects and park maintenance plans.
The...
Hidden gems: Smith Lake Zip Line Adventures
Smith Lake Zip Line Adventures is more than just a fun day at the lake; it’s a family friendly adventure filled with sky bridges,...
Recipe revival: Grandma Ottie Bentley’s Boiled Cookies
The aroma of cocoa and peanut butter bubbling in an iron skillet can be a magical memory. These sweets are more than just what...
Restaurant spotlight: Cullman’s Wissota Chophouse blends Midwestern flavors with Southern culture
Wissota Chophouse introduces a new dining experience to Cullman. Tucked inside the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites on the city’s southwest side, Wissota is a...
Local heroes: Judy Snead and the impact of Snead’s Farmhouse
What began as a spontaneous decision to raise a few chickens quickly blossomed into a life-changing mission for Cullman’s Judy Snead — a mission...
Business spotlight: Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things
Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is a store that embodies an eclectic appreciation of the past. In addition to vintage finds, the store is...
Glam & Glow Salon opens in Dodge City
DODGE CITY, Ala. - On Monday, Aug. 4, a new business opened in Dodge City. Glam & Glow Salon, a full-service hair and tanning...
City school board meeting notes: Aug. 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education met Aug. 5, to address a series of action and personnel items.
The board awarded bid...
Mavens & Makers open downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local favorite Mavens & Makers, owned by Ashlea Chance, in June relocated to a more accessible location in downtown Cullman, bringing...
‘Heartland Revival’: Quilters hold 2025 show
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Heartland Quilters Guild hosted its 2025 quilt show, the “Heartland Revival,” Aug. 1-2, at St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church. The...
A day in the life: Officer Bill Pagan
Long before the first school bell of the day rings, Cullman Police Department School Resource Officer (SRO) Bill Pagan is already hard at work,...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met July 28 to discuss personnel matters and action items before the start of the new...
From practice fields to Friday nights: Area bands marching toward fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Band students all across Cullman County have been working hard from early mornings to late at night, marking drill sets, memorizing...
Cullman Christian School purchases Beech Ave. property
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School has officially purchased the Beech Avenue property it has called home since 2020. The school purchased the property...
Eliana Hollis creates East Elementary garden mural
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School graduate Eliana Hollis has created a vibrant mural for East Elementary School’s garden. For Hollis, the project was...
Shirley Burden Public Library happenings
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has had a full schedule throughout July, featuring fun activities for young readers, hosting...
Hawk Fest celebrates community, new gymnasium floor at Harmony
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held its traditional Hawk Fest celebration on Saturday, July 26, giving the community a chance to come together before...
25 years of Rumors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rumors Deli part of Hank's Sports Bar & Rumors Deli celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, July 25. While...
Cullman City Schools construction progress update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School...
City celebrates grand opening of OmniPlex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grand opening of the Cullman OmniPlex was held Friday, July 25, marking a significant milestone for local recreation, tourism and...
Karma’s celebrating 10 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is celebrating 10 years in business this month with a schedule full of exciting events and reflections on...
Library board meeting notes: July 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs.
The...
Forum focuses on improvements at East Side Park
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism on Thursday hosted a special community forum at the OmniPlex to gather input on the...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met Tuesday morning for its regular meeting to discuss facility updates, staffing and student programming that...
Meet Ms. Alabama Senior America 2025 Cheryl Parker
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman resident Cheryl Parker holds the title of Ms. Alabama Senior America. She will compete in the national pageant in October.
Parker,...
‘We just want people to have a great time on the lake’
Local business spotlight: Cappy’s Boats
CULLMAN, Ala. - From a pandemic-era conversation between Gretchen and Scott Travis came one of the most recognizable boat rental...
4th of July weekend safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Fourth of July weekend, people heading to Smith Lake are encouraged to prioritize safety while enjoying the summer festivities.
Boating is...
CPRST holds pickleball camp
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pickleball is a trend that has swept the nation, and Cullman is no exception. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism began...
Trees slated to be removed for drone installation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Plans are currently being made to remove several large trees at Sportsman Lake Park near Cullman Veterans Memorial Park. The Veterans...
Half Shell Oyster House officially open downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. - A coastal addition has just expanded Cullman’s culinary scene. Half Shell Oyster House officially opened its 15th location, its sixth in...
Cullman County Historical Society talks quilting, U.S. Semiquincentennial Celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Historical Society met on Sunday, June 22, to discuss ongoing projects, upcoming events and local preservation efforts.
Julia Floyd...
Learning farm life in real time
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex has been hosting its Touring Farms for Kids program for the past 24 years. The program is...
Key Lime Pie: Cullman’s newest live music sensation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Key Lime Pie is a new, genre-blending band that grew from humble beginnings into a crowd-pleasing favorite. Starting as a backyard...
Cullman County Economic Development doing legwork to improve roads
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County officials have begun the process of applying for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to help fund important road...
‘We honor them by remembering’
Historical marker placed at Berlin/Kritner Cemetery
BERLIN, Ala. - After decades of obscurity, the once-nearly lost plot of land that is now the Berlin/Kritner Cemetery...
‘What makes Cullman feel like home?’
What makes Cullman feel like home? We asked around the county and received answers filled with pride and a strong sense of community spirit....
June 17 Cullman County Commission meeting notes
Updated June 23, 2025, at 5:23 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission, at its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 17, acknowledged two retiring...
Local businesses, residents preparing for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South returns this weekend. As the city prepares, many are filled with excitement. For some who live and work...
