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Obituary: Robert B. Silvey
0Robert B. Silvey, 100, a native of Cullman, AL and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019. He served in the…Obituary: Sherry Ann Peterson
Sherry Ann Peterson was born on Feb. 21, 1968 and passed away on April 21, 2019. She is survived by Claus Peterson, husband; Christopher Seth Dwayne…Obituary: Virgil Hurel Green
Funeral Services for Virgil H. Green, 66, of Hanceville will be Saturday April 27, 2019 at noon at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will…Cullman Sheriff’s deputy loses battle with cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputy has lost his battle with cancer. The CCSO Tuesday evening announced the passing of…Commission votes to vacate portion of County Road 821 at Rock Creek
CULLMAN, Ala. – The decision to vacate a portion of County Road 821 was made at Tuesday morning’s Cullman County Commission meeting. The portion…Cullman-area students complete day of service in storm-stricken Lee County
Story submitted by Melody Basch CULLMAN, Ala. – Ask someone what they think of the students of today and you will get answers all over…Arrests and incidents reported on April 23, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on April 23, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury;…(Updated) Cullman County Commission votes to repeal half-cent sales tax
Updated 4-23-19 3:07 p.m. Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette told The Tribune's media partner, WVTM13: "I am so disappointed for the children of…Annual State of Our Communities event this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is set to host its annual State of Our Communities event this Friday, April 26…’63 Aggies hold 55-year* reunion
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview High School class of 1963 met for a reunion Saturday at the local Brandin’ Steakhouse, where close to 25…Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…Cullman Hospitality Association calls for lodging tax to be removed from Cullman Chamber
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Hospitality Association, which represents the area’s hotels and motels, on Monday sent a letter to the Cullman Area Chamber…
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Alabama wins “Clash in Cullman” over Belmont 6-4 in front of sell out crowd
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tuesday night was a special one at Heritage Park in Cullman as over 1,500 fans made their way to the park…PREP SOCCER: Lady Bearcats win on the road, Aggies shut out Warriors, Monday scoring wrap-up
HARTSELLE, Ala. – With the playoffs looming later this week, the Cullman Lady Bearcats capped off the regular season with a 6-0 performance on…PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont and Hanceville split Monday doubleheaders
VINEMONT, Ala. – After edging Hanceville in a pair of thrillers to win the area title, the Vinemont Eagles welcomed the J.B. Pennington Tigers…PREP SOFTBALL: Voce tosses 1-hitter in 15-0 win over Vinemont, Monday scoring wrap-up
BREMEN, Ala. – It was all Cold Springs from the start on Monday and after taking a 2-0 lead over Vinemont in…PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance after sweeping Albertville, Fairview and Cold Springs fall on the road
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – For the 18th straight season, the Cullman Bearcats are headed to round two of the AHSAA state baseball playoffs after sweeping…PREP BASKETBALL: 10 local athletes invited to inaugural AHSAA Elite 100 Showcase
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama High School Athletic Association’s first ever Elite 100 Basketball Showcase will be here in June and there…WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State’s women’s golf team wins 3rd straight ACCC championship
HANCEVILLE, ALA. — Wallace State’s women’s golf team captured its third consecutive Alabama Community College Conference/Region 22 tournament championship this week, winning…CULLMAN CITY-COUNTY CLASSIC: West Point Warriors repeat as Cullman City-County Classic Champions
CULLMAN, Ala. – Forty-one boats loaded with anglers from across Cullman County hit Smith Lake early Thursday morning and after a day…PREP SOFTBALL/BASEBALL: Ball’s walk-off homer lifts Fairview over Ashville; Tuesday scoring wrap-up
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Ashville traveled to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies in Tuesday afternoon area softball action and the story from this…PREP GOLF: Lady Aggies win 9th straight County Championship, Good Hope and Fairview win boys’, JV titles
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2019 Cullman County Golf Tournament is in the books and for the ninth consecutive year, the Fairview Lady Aggies are…PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles earn team titles at Cullman County Championships
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs High School was the site for this year’s Cullman County Championship Track Meet and the homestanding Eagles and Lady…PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats defeat Sparkman, honor late teammate on senior night; Monday scoring wrap-up
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Bearcats traveled to Hartselle for a matchup against Sparkman Monday night and after edging the Senators 5-4, Cullman…
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Cullman-area students complete day of service in storm-stricken Lee County
Story submitted by Melody Basch CULLMAN, Ala. – Ask someone what they think of the students of today and you will get answers all over…Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…Wallace State students Lexie Riggins, Emily Dia recognized at All-Alabama Academic Team banquet
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State students Lexie Riggins and Emily Dia were recognized Friday at the Alabama Academic Team Scholars banquet held at the…Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging students win Student Bowl trophy for 2nd year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Wallace State Community College Diagnostic Imaging program held on to the trophy it claimed last year when students came in…Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Teachers of the Month: Anna McSwain and Tim White
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – On Tuesday, the Tony Serra Nissan/Cullman Tribune Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Month were honored and presented with their…City School Board celebrates teacher, student achievements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board and Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson Tuesday evening celebrated the achievements of many students and their teachers. Teachers…Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Principal of the Month: Welti Elementary’s Gina Webb
WELTI, Ala. – Welti Elementary School’s Gina Webb has been named the Tony Serra Nissan/Cullman Tribune Principal of the Month for April. Representatives of…West Point grad Tom Weaver’s composition performed at UA’s ‘Composers Present’ concert
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama student Tom Weaver, a graduate of West Point High School, had a musical composition performed by UA's Contemporary…Daniel among first Wallace State Fast Track students
CULLMAN, Ala. – Charles Daniel was one of the first Fast Track students at Wallace State Community College, taking part in the pilot program…Tennis led Cullman chef to Wallace State, career
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ricardo “Rico” Nishimura was playing tennis for a college in Bristol, Tennessee, when he first visited Wallace State more than 13…University of Alabama dance team visits Welti Elementary
WELTI, Ala. – A bad weather school closure may have canceled its February visit, but University of Alabama student dance team Dance Alabama! stayed…CCBOE says new tax already having a positive impact
CULLMAN, Ala. – Revenue from the new half-cent sales tax is bringing much-needed updates to area schools sooner than expected. At its meeting Thursday…
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Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…67-County Alabama Garden Party: Shelby County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…Annual Big Band Dance a hit at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – “It’s about keeping the big band music of that era alive,” Wallace State Music Department Director and director of the college’s…West Point grad Tom Weaver’s composition performed at UA’s ‘Composers Present’ concert
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama student Tom Weaver, a graduate of West Point High School, had a musical composition performed by UA's Contemporary…Files from Yesteryear: 1950
From the Files of 1950: The Democrats captured the local offices on Tuesday. B.F. Fant defeated Hubert E. Mitchell for State Senator, Kenneth J….67-County Alabama Garden Party: Tuscaloosa County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…67-County Alabama Garden Party: Marengo County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…University of Alabama dance team visits Welti Elementary
WELTI, Ala. – A bad weather school closure may have canceled its February visit, but University of Alabama student dance team Dance Alabama! stayed…(Photos) Strawberry Festival Pageant winners
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2019 Strawberry Festival Pageant took place this past week. Below are all the winners. Queens Infant Shortcake Queen Charley Smith; Parents Jacob…April Walking Tours begin, will continue Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first of four historic walking tours began Saturday morning at the Cullman County Museum. Begun by the Alabama Tourism Department…Colony to host Birmingham African American Genealogy Group
COLONY, Ala. – Councilwoman Ethel Alexander at Tuesday’s Colony Town Council meeting reported that the town will be visited this Friday by members of…Vinemont celebrates history
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont Elementary celebrated the town’s history Saturday in conjunction with the ongoing Alabama 200 Bicentennial celebration. Chosen as one of the…
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Grace Episcopal Church welcomes new rector Jay Gardner
Jay Gardner with his wife Paige and son William (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN, Ala. – Grace Episcopal Church welcomed James (Jay) Wynn…St. Andrews Youth Group opens free food pantry in southwest Cullman
The St. Andrews United Methodist Church Youth’s Free Food Pantry is at the corner of Main Avenue and Sixth Street Southwest in Cullman. It…St. Bernard’s Abbot Cletus D. Meagher set to retire this year
Abbot Cletus D. Meagher, O.S.B. (St. Bernard) CULLMAN – In accordance with the law proper to the American-Cassinese Congregation of Benedictine Monks, which stipulates 75…A Night to Shine for the area’s special needs community
A guest gets into the spirit at Friday’s Night to Shine Prom at Fairview: The Grace Place in Falkville. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman…Cullman’s The Steeles notch no. 1 Southern Gospel Song of 2018
Left to right are Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, Brad Steele, Jeff Steele, Sherry Steele and Duke Cleghorn. (contributed) CULLMAN – On Jan 10, a special…
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Obituary: Robert B. Silvey
Robert B. Silvey, 100, a native of Cullman, AL and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Monday, April 22, 2019. He served in the…Obituary: Sherry Ann Peterson
Sherry Ann Peterson was born on Feb. 21, 1968 and passed away on April 21, 2019. She is survived by Claus Peterson, husband; Christopher Seth Dwayne…Obituary: Virgil Hurel Green
Funeral Services for Virgil H. Green, 66, of Hanceville will be Saturday April 27, 2019 at noon at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will…Cullman Sheriff’s deputy loses battle with cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) deputy has lost his battle with cancer. The CCSO Tuesday evening announced the passing of…Commission votes to vacate portion of County Road 821 at Rock Creek
CULLMAN, Ala. – The decision to vacate a portion of County Road 821 was made at Tuesday morning’s Cullman County Commission meeting. The portion…Cullman-area students complete day of service in storm-stricken Lee County
Story submitted by Melody Basch CULLMAN, Ala. – Ask someone what they think of the students of today and you will get answers all over…Arrests and incidents reported on April 23, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on April 23, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury;…(Updated) Cullman County Commission votes to repeal half-cent sales tax
Updated 4-23-19 3:07 p.m. Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette told The Tribune's media partner, WVTM13: "I am so disappointed for the children of…Annual State of Our Communities event this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is set to host its annual State of Our Communities event this Friday, April 26…’63 Aggies hold 55-year* reunion
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview High School class of 1963 met for a reunion Saturday at the local Brandin’ Steakhouse, where close to 25…Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…Cullman Hospitality Association calls for lodging tax to be removed from Cullman Chamber
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Hospitality Association, which represents the area’s hotels and motels, on Monday sent a letter to the Cullman Area Chamber…
- Sports
- AllAddisonCold SpringsCollegeCullmanCullman ChristianFairviewGood HopeHancevilleHolly PondLocal SportsMeekOutdoorsProfessionalSt. Bernard PrepVinemontWallace StateWest PointWinston County
Alabama wins “Clash in Cullman” over Belmont 6-4 in front of sell out crowd
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tuesday night was a special one at Heritage Park in Cullman as over 1,500 fans made their way to the park…PREP SOCCER: Lady Bearcats win on the road, Aggies shut out Warriors, Monday scoring wrap-up
HARTSELLE, Ala. – With the playoffs looming later this week, the Cullman Lady Bearcats capped off the regular season with a 6-0 performance on…PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont and Hanceville split Monday doubleheaders
VINEMONT, Ala. – After edging Hanceville in a pair of thrillers to win the area title, the Vinemont Eagles welcomed the J.B. Pennington Tigers…PREP SOFTBALL: Voce tosses 1-hitter in 15-0 win over Vinemont, Monday scoring wrap-up
BREMEN, Ala. – It was all Cold Springs from the start on Monday and after taking a 2-0 lead over Vinemont in…PREP BASEBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats advance after sweeping Albertville, Fairview and Cold Springs fall on the road
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – For the 18th straight season, the Cullman Bearcats are headed to round two of the AHSAA state baseball playoffs after sweeping…PREP BASKETBALL: 10 local athletes invited to inaugural AHSAA Elite 100 Showcase
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama High School Athletic Association’s first ever Elite 100 Basketball Showcase will be here in June and there…WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State’s women’s golf team wins 3rd straight ACCC championship
HANCEVILLE, ALA. — Wallace State’s women’s golf team captured its third consecutive Alabama Community College Conference/Region 22 tournament championship this week, winning…CULLMAN CITY-COUNTY CLASSIC: West Point Warriors repeat as Cullman City-County Classic Champions
CULLMAN, Ala. – Forty-one boats loaded with anglers from across Cullman County hit Smith Lake early Thursday morning and after a day…PREP SOFTBALL/BASEBALL: Ball’s walk-off homer lifts Fairview over Ashville; Tuesday scoring wrap-up
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Ashville traveled to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies in Tuesday afternoon area softball action and the story from this…PREP GOLF: Lady Aggies win 9th straight County Championship, Good Hope and Fairview win boys’, JV titles
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2019 Cullman County Golf Tournament is in the books and for the ninth consecutive year, the Fairview Lady Aggies are…PREP TRACK & FIELD: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles earn team titles at Cullman County Championships
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs High School was the site for this year’s Cullman County Championship Track Meet and the homestanding Eagles and Lady…PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats defeat Sparkman, honor late teammate on senior night; Monday scoring wrap-up
HARTSELLE, Ala. – The Bearcats traveled to Hartselle for a matchup against Sparkman Monday night and after edging the Senators 5-4, Cullman…
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Cullman-area students complete day of service in storm-stricken Lee County
Story submitted by Melody Basch CULLMAN, Ala. – Ask someone what they think of the students of today and you will get answers all over…Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…Wallace State students Lexie Riggins, Emily Dia recognized at All-Alabama Academic Team banquet
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State students Lexie Riggins and Emily Dia were recognized Friday at the Alabama Academic Team Scholars banquet held at the…Wallace State Diagnostic Imaging students win Student Bowl trophy for 2nd year
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Wallace State Community College Diagnostic Imaging program held on to the trophy it claimed last year when students came in…Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Teachers of the Month: Anna McSwain and Tim White
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – On Tuesday, the Tony Serra Nissan/Cullman Tribune Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Month were honored and presented with their…City School Board celebrates teacher, student achievements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board and Superintendent Dr. Susan Patterson Tuesday evening celebrated the achievements of many students and their teachers. Teachers…Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Principal of the Month: Welti Elementary’s Gina Webb
WELTI, Ala. – Welti Elementary School’s Gina Webb has been named the Tony Serra Nissan/Cullman Tribune Principal of the Month for April. Representatives of…West Point grad Tom Weaver’s composition performed at UA’s ‘Composers Present’ concert
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama student Tom Weaver, a graduate of West Point High School, had a musical composition performed by UA's Contemporary…Daniel among first Wallace State Fast Track students
CULLMAN, Ala. – Charles Daniel was one of the first Fast Track students at Wallace State Community College, taking part in the pilot program…Tennis led Cullman chef to Wallace State, career
CULLMAN, Ala. – Ricardo “Rico” Nishimura was playing tennis for a college in Bristol, Tennessee, when he first visited Wallace State more than 13…University of Alabama dance team visits Welti Elementary
WELTI, Ala. – A bad weather school closure may have canceled its February visit, but University of Alabama student dance team Dance Alabama! stayed…CCBOE says new tax already having a positive impact
CULLMAN, Ala. – Revenue from the new half-cent sales tax is bringing much-needed updates to area schools sooner than expected. At its meeting Thursday…
- Lifestyle
Spread the news! West Point Theatre presents ‘Newsies’ this week
WEST POINT, Ala. – This Thursday, April 25, West Point High School Theatre will begin a four-day run of the Disney Broadway production “Newsies”…67-County Alabama Garden Party: Shelby County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…Annual Big Band Dance a hit at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – “It’s about keeping the big band music of that era alive,” Wallace State Music Department Director and director of the college’s…West Point grad Tom Weaver’s composition performed at UA’s ‘Composers Present’ concert
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – University of Alabama student Tom Weaver, a graduate of West Point High School, had a musical composition performed by UA's Contemporary…Files from Yesteryear: 1950
From the Files of 1950: The Democrats captured the local offices on Tuesday. B.F. Fant defeated Hubert E. Mitchell for State Senator, Kenneth J….67-County Alabama Garden Party: Tuscaloosa County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…67-County Alabama Garden Party: Marengo County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,…University of Alabama dance team visits Welti Elementary
WELTI, Ala. – A bad weather school closure may have canceled its February visit, but University of Alabama student dance team Dance Alabama! stayed…(Photos) Strawberry Festival Pageant winners
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2019 Strawberry Festival Pageant took place this past week. Below are all the winners. Queens Infant Shortcake Queen Charley Smith; Parents Jacob…April Walking Tours begin, will continue Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first of four historic walking tours began Saturday morning at the Cullman County Museum. Begun by the Alabama Tourism Department…Colony to host Birmingham African American Genealogy Group
COLONY, Ala. – Councilwoman Ethel Alexander at Tuesday’s Colony Town Council meeting reported that the town will be visited this Friday by members of…Vinemont celebrates history
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont Elementary celebrated the town’s history Saturday in conjunction with the ongoing Alabama 200 Bicentennial celebration. Chosen as one of the…
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Grace Episcopal Church welcomes new rector Jay Gardner
Jay Gardner with his wife Paige and son William (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune) CULLMAN, Ala. – Grace Episcopal Church welcomed James (Jay) Wynn…St. Andrews Youth Group opens free food pantry in southwest Cullman
The St. Andrews United Methodist Church Youth’s Free Food Pantry is at the corner of Main Avenue and Sixth Street Southwest in Cullman. It…St. Bernard’s Abbot Cletus D. Meagher set to retire this year
Abbot Cletus D. Meagher, O.S.B. (St. Bernard) CULLMAN – In accordance with the law proper to the American-Cassinese Congregation of Benedictine Monks, which stipulates 75…A Night to Shine for the area’s special needs community
A guest gets into the spirit at Friday’s Night to Shine Prom at Fairview: The Grace Place in Falkville. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman…Cullman’s The Steeles notch no. 1 Southern Gospel Song of 2018
Left to right are Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs, Brad Steele, Jeff Steele, Sherry Steele and Duke Cleghorn. (contributed) CULLMAN – On Jan 10, a special…
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