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Hanceville awaits insurance answer on possible return of police department; council approves higher deductibles,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville could know within approximately two weeks whether it can obtain insurance coverage for a future municipal police department, Mayor Nolan...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue introduces new sauna
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Fire & Rescue now has a Good Health Sauna to help keep its firefighters safe, thanks to the Hanceville City...
Colony Town Council addresses road concerns, funding
COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council at its Aug. 11 addressed local roads.
The Council announced that the town was not awarded a grant from the Rebuild Alabama Act Annual Grant Program this year.
The Alabama Department of...
Hanceville Holly Market coming this December; vendors needed
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The City of Hanceville will host the Hanceville Holly Market this December, and vendors are needed.
The city’s parks and rec department posted: “The City...
‘It’s been a great life’: Hanceville Library hosts retiring magician Mr. Larry
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville recently hosted Larry Darnell, who presented Mr. Larry’s Magic Show as part of the library’s kids’ programming.
Mr....
VFW hosts Back-to-School Bash
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman VFW on Aug. 8, hosted its third Back-to-School Bash.
The VFW Auxiliary’s Gina Adams said that the event was for...
Cullman County Public Library Board meeting notes: Aug. 6
Financial operations and reporting
May and June financials - no anomalies
Closing with Alabama Credit Union by Oct. 1
Passed motion to pay bill for e-books and audiobooks of $2,000 and $4,000 for content credit
$23,702.50 from operating balance (Alabama Credit Union transfers) cashed out and awaiting investment decision; Board agreed to deposit into operations and trigger a special call when a 4% CD is identified
Board policy changes and state code compliance
APLS/state code changes required specific wording additions across policies to remain eligible for state aid;...
Fairview’s Blueberry Gal Boutique holds grand opening
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Blueberry Gal Boutique Owner Tina Weldon, a retired school teacher, hosted a grand opening Aug. 5.
Before the ribbon cutting, Weldon spoke with The Tribune, saying Blueberry Gal has been around...
Local Business Spotlight: Blue Ridge Land Clearing
Blue Ridge Land Clearing is owned and operated by Dylan Gilbert, who is also the owner of Blue Ridge Cattle Company.
Gilbert was in the U.S Air Force. He attended Marion Military...
Op-Ed: Did you see the Buck Moon?
On July 29, there was the full moon, the Buck Moon – also known as: Thunder Moon, Salmon Moon and Hay Moon. The name...
Baileyton hosts Alabama State Horse Show
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Baileyton hosted the National Gaited Horse Association (NGHA) Alabama State Horse Show on July 25, at Baileyton Park Arena.
There were quite...
James C. Fields Jr. on the history of Colony
CULLMAN, Ala. – James C. Fields Jr. was the special guest speaker at the recent meeting of the Cullman County Historical Society. He spoke about the history of Colony.
Fields...
Hanceville celebrates America 250
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The city of Hanceville celebrated the America 250 on Saturday, July 25, at C.W. Day Park.
The day-long festivities include food and beverage options like JJ’s Tacos, Warehouse Nutrition and fresh watermelon slices. There were also several different vendors to browse, one of which traveled from Birmingham.
Both children and adults got to spend time playing in the fun zone sponsored by Life Church, with three bounce houses and face painting available.
Admission to the pool...
‘Lasting Impressions: Fossils & Artifacts’ at Hanceville library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville welcomed Education Curators Christian Wysmulek and Richard Trammell from the Alabama Department of Archives & History on July 22. The pair presented “Lasting...
Supporting local veterans: Devil Dawgs Concessions
Joe Brown, a retired Marine, started his business back when he was active duty. He’s the owner of Devil Dawgs Concessions.
“We just started with a hot dog cart. Something that...
Hanceville City Council welcomes new city clerk Teja McIntyre
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its July 23 meeting swore in new City Clerk Teja McIntyre. McIntyre replaces former clerk Tania Wilcox, who resigned earlier in the summer.
Mayor Nolan...
Inside look: Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts
We were invited by the Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program to attend a rehearsal for “I Am a Pilgrim: The Evolution of American Gospel Music”...
Solar-powered fun!
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library invited Cullman County 4-H Extension Agent Kerri Roberts and Agent Assistant Daphne Gilmore to discuss and demonstrate solar power with young readers on July 15. Part...
West Blount 2026 Market at the Maze accepting vendor applications
WARRIOR, Ala. – Organizers for the third annual Market at the Maze have officially opened the vendor application process for the fall 2026 season. Held annually at the West Blount Corn Maze, the two-day event functions as a combined community market and autumn festival, attracting regional families and local shoppers.
Unlike traditional stand-alone markets, this...
Cullman Community Theatre holds annual summer camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Community Theatre’s summer theater camp kicked off this week with Rodney Basenburg, Wayne Cook and Laura Harris.
Cook, who is the founding member...
Agriplex hosts Edible Flowers Lunch & Learn
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex last week hosted its monthly Lunch & Learn. This one was titled “Edible Flowers: Growing, Harvesting Cooking”...
2nd Fridays a celebration of America 250
CULLMAN, Ala. – 2nd Fridays was a celebration of America 250 on Friday, July 10 downtown. With 16 nonprofit sponsors, well over 50 vendors and 31 food trucks, festivalgoers had plenty to do. On the main stage were The Overtones, who...
Hanceville PTO hosting Back-to-School Backpack Drive
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is stepping up to ensure every local student is equipped for success. Driven by a mission to support every student and family within the district, the PTO is hosting its Back-to-School Backpack Drive, a communitywide initiative aimed...
Cullman Library hosts Rise Raptor Project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rise Raptor Project out of Huntsville visited the Cullman County Public Library on July 6. Nikki McElroy and her daughter Lorelei McElroy showered the audience...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue hosts 26 for latest CPAT course
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Fire & Rescue is a testing site for the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) course, the first step toward becoming a firefighter. The department was a happening place...
Call for volunteers: Help Hanceville celebrate America 250
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville will celebrate America 250 on Saturday, July 25, and the city needs your help to make it an unforgettable success.
From noon-9 p.m. that day, C.W. Day Park...
Dripping Springs DAR dedicates Minuteman statue at Veterans Memorial Park
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) on Friday, July 3, dedicated a Minuteman statue and memorial at Veterans Memorial Park at...
The invisibility cloak: Why some swimsuit colors disappear in the ocean
When you’re packing your beach bag, you probably think about sunscreen, towels and snacks. But it turns out that the color of your swimsuit...
‘Shrek the Musical Kids’ a sold-out hit
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts staged “Shrek the Musical Kids” June 26-27 at Wallace State Community College’s Burrow Center. Founder Paige Clabo said her students decided the musical was the perfect...
Cullman Amateur Radio Club holds Field Day
Updated June 30, 2026, at 7:11 p.m.
CULLMAN Ala. – The Cullman Amateur Radio Club held its Field Day June 27-28 at Veterans Memorial Pavilion at...
Hanceville Fire & Rescue hosting next CPAT July 3
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Want to become a firefighter? The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) course is your first step. Hanceville Fire & Rescue is a testing site, and will hold...
Local Eats: Country Wok is Hanceville’s go-to Chinese spot
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Country Wok Owner Kenny Lee was a soldier in the United States Army. Being deployed to Iraq gave him the opportunity...
‘Shrek the Musical’ coming June 26-27
CULLMAN, Ala. – Step into a beautiful world as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairytale, “Shrek the Musical” is bound to make you smile.
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts will stage the production on Friday,...
Local Boy Scout shares love of bats with young readers
HANCVELLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville on Thursday, June 19, welcomed Boy Scout Colin Hyde, who presented a program titled “Bats, Bats and More Bats!” The presentation was...
