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Cullman City Schools recognized as ‘Rising Star’ by ALSDE
CULLMAN, Ala - Cullman City Schools has been recognized as a “Rising Star” school system by the Alabama State Department of Education for its strong academic...
CHS honors seniors at Career Tech Education Signing Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s not just student-athletes who are recognized for committing to college sports. Cullman High School recently held a signing day to celebrate students who have...
Ty Harrison awarded Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Ty Harrison was awarded a scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Ty is the son of...
Kiah Lake awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Kiah Lake was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Kiah...
Jackson Haynes awarded Tagged for Greatness Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Jackson Haynes was awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery. Jackson...
Annalee Allen awarded Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Annalee Allen was awarded the Tagged for Academic Excellence Scholarship at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) Scholarship Banquet held Friday, May 1, in Montgomery....
Local angler lands 72-pound catfish, celebrates love of fishing and family
CULLMAN, Ala. - What started as a calm day on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for local angler Savannah Woods, who recently...
New partnership to add advanced cardiovascular care at Cullman Regional
CULLMAN, Ala. - Baptist Health’s Cardiovascular Associates, Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Medical Group have partnered to expand advanced cardiology care in Cullman.
Well known...
Trett Hardman named Fairview High School principal
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Trett Hardman as the next principal of Fairview High School. A Fairview...
Arley man dies after Cullman County wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified...
Fairview High Principal Dr. Brad Stapler leaving at end of school year
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School Principal Dr. Brad Stapler will be leaving Fairview at the end of the school year to pursue a...
Free Touch A Truck event returns May 2 with giveaways supporting Community Cupboard
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative will host its annual Touch A Truck event on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Admission is free, and this year’s event will combine family fun with an opportunity...
Allen: Deadline to register to vote in May 19 Primary Election is May 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026. “The right...
Shannon named principal of West Elementary School; Gragg named assistant principal of Cullman Middle...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education at its April meeting approved two administrative moves. Dr. Chad Shannon has been named principal...
Ivey signs bill giving tax break on overtime, suspending state grocery tax May 1-...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, and Sen. Arthur Orr,...
Center of the Arts Community Theatre receives $750K boost from ARC
CULLMAN, Ala - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, announced a $750,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to the City of Cullman to support the renovation of...
Ivey signs Alabama Work Zone Safety Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act. This comes just ahead of National Work Zone Awareness...
West Point’s Alaina Riggs ‘Best of Show’ in 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Tuesday announced that Alaina Riggs, a student from West Point High School, was named the “Best of...
ALEA launches new online marine event permit submissionto streamline service
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is enhancing its service to the public with the launch of a new, streamlined online submission form for marine event permits.
The updated...
First graders shine in ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ musical at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. – First-grade students of Cullman City Primary School recently took the stage in a vibrant performance of “The Day the Crayons Quit” — a celebration of creativity, confidence and...
Cullman Regional Foundation Gala XXV coming April 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman Regional Foundation Gala will take place on Saturday, April 25, at 5:30 p.m. at The Venue at Cotton...
East Elementary’s Lacy Cameron named Alabama Teacher of the Year ‘Sweet 16’ finalist
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary Fifth-Grade Teacher Lacy Cameron has been named one of 16 finalists (commonly known as the "Sweet 16") for the...
Troopers seize 185 lbs. of marijuana in Interstate 20 CMV inspection
ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. – Alabama State Troopers seized 185 pounds of marijuana Tuesday, March 31.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), a...
Hanceville man killed in Cherokee County crash
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ala. – A Hanceville man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, April 1, in Cherokee...
Dr. Stewart Tankersley launches campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Republican Dr. Stewart Tankersley has launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama.
Below is his announcement:
Dr. Stewart Tankersley officially launched his campaign for lieutenant governor of...
Marsh, Holcombe named CCBOE/AmFirst February Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Destiny Marsh and Abbey Holcombe February Employees of the Month. Teacher of the Month: Destiny Marsh, Kindergarten, Vinemont Elementary School
Destiny Marsh is a...
West Point named Grand Champion in Cullman County High School Math Tournament
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Cullman County’s top high school math students recently competed in the Cullman County High School Math Tournament, showcasing their knowledge and problem-solving abilities across three divisions: Geometry, Algebra II...
Coltin Rainwater, Kyle Morris selected for Alabama Farm Credit Young Farmers Advisory Committee
CULLMAN, Ala. – Alabama Farm Credit recently announced that Cullman’s Coltin Rainwater and Hanceville’s Kyle Morris are new members of the Young Farmers Advisory...
ALEA launches officer-involved shooting investigation in Blount County
BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – On Tuesday, March 24, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reported that on Thursday, March 19, at approximately 8:30 a.m....
Fairview Elementary receives $15K grant for playground
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Alabama Mountains Rivers & Valleys (AMRV) Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) recently gathered with Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and local leaders to announce a $15,000 grant for the installation of a new sunshade structure...
Ivey, Alabama Department of Workforce encourage veteran hiring through HIRE Vets Medallion Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed are encouraging Alabama employers to hire veterans by applying to and participating in...
ALEA: ‘Think smart before you start spring break’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As spring break travel ramps up across Alabama, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging motorists and students to make smart decisions before...
ALEA K9 Toby getting donation of body armor
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - K9 Toby will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s,...
ADPH asks for input to improve health in your local community
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health’s (ADPH) mission is to promote, protect and improve Alabama’s health and provide the people of Alabama with...
CCPS receives TVA grant for STEM program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was presented with a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support the school's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)...
Cullman High’s Grayson Gay named APT 2026 Young Hero
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Alabama Public Television recently announced the winners of its 2026 APT Young Heroes Scholarships. Among the three winners is Cullman High School Junior Grayson...
Ivey appoints Heath Meherg 32nd Judicial Circuit district judge
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in...
ALDOT: Project to improve Hanceville intersection starts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.
The project includes widening to add...
Ivey signs law opening classroom doors to Alabama veterans
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new...
Agriplex hosting Organic Growing Workshop March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex said it is excited to host an expert panel of presenters on March 20, 2026, from 9...
‘Book Buddy Adoption’ for Read Across America at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School took part in the school's annual Book Buddy Adoption, giving K-2 students a chance to make a...
Bailey, Jones named CCBOE/AmFirst January Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced Amanda Bailey and Amber Jones as its January Employees of the Month. Teacher of the Month: Amanda...
Bremen man killed in single-vehicle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as William L. Rhodes, 56.
Troopers said...
2026 Junior Miss Vinemont Pageant winners
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Middle School recently crowned winners in its 2026 Junior Miss Vinemont Pageant.
Eighth-grade winners
Prettiest Smile - Emory Norris
Best Dressed - Ella...
Vinemont High crowns 2026 Miss Vinemont, 2026 Miss Vinemont Fair Queen
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont High School recently crowned 2026 Miss Vinemont and 2026 Miss Vinemont Fair Queen.
Makenna Howard was crowned 2026 Miss Vinemont.
Miss Vinemont...
Good Hope High pageants set for March 21
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope High School will hold its pageants on Saturday, March 21, in the school gymnasium. The 2026 Good Hope...
Former Cullman County Sheriff’s Office employee charged with soliciting a child
Updated Feb. 26, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. to reflect that the CCSO has not provided a statement to The Tribune.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Former...
Local artist Gary Chapman wins Alabama Arts Impact Award
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Every other year, the Alabama State Council on the Arts shines a spotlight on exceptional Alabamians and their contributions to arts...
CCPS turns lights on – and off – for glowing STEM lesson
CULLMAN, Ala. - The lesson plan was glowing, literally, at Cullman City Primary School recently as students had a chance to learn about how...
Gentry says he’ll call for rate hearing as power bills climb across Alabama
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, a Republican candidate for Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1, on Feb. 20, released the following...
Nominations open for 2026 Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2026 Alabama...
Damon West inspires students with ‘Be a Coffee Bean’ message
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, Cullman County Schools students in grades 7-12 had the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized speaker Damon West as he...
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Cullman Electric Cooperative launches Community Cupboards in celebration of 90 years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, Cullman Electric Cooperative has announced the launch of its Community Cupboards, a new initiative...
Governor’s race: Ken McFeeters appeals ALGOP decision to not look into Tommy Tuberville’s residency
Republican candidate for Alabama governor Ken McFeeters on Tuesday, Feb. 17, gave notice of his formal appeal of the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee's...
Hanceville Elementary honored as one of Alabama’s Most Improved Schools
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Elementary School was recognized Thursday, Feb. 12, at the Alabama State Board of Education meeting for an extraordinary accomplishment –...
Chipped EBT cards rolling out statewide
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources announced Alabama EBT cardholders will be receiving new, chip-enabled EBT cards.
After a successful pilot program...
Ivey signs Child Predator Death Penalty Act into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday, Feb. 12, signed the Child Predator Death Penalty Act into law. One of the governor’s top...
Cullman City Schools celebrates Career & Technical Education Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, and Cullman City Schools said it is proud to celebrate the growth, innovation...
Aderholt announces 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, recently announced the launch of the 2026 4th Congressional District Art Competition, inviting all high school students in...
McWane on the Move: Superhero Science comes to Cullman City Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School had a chance to learn some of the real science behind fictional superpowers when the...
Cullman artist Howard King’s work on display in Alabama State House
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Mountain Valley Arts Council volunteers have installed the 2026 exhibit of local artists’ artwork in Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth’s office suite...
State surplus property auction begins online Saturday, Feb. 7
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A wide array of items from trucks, boats and bicycles to electronics, fitness equipment and office furniture will be up for bid...
Aderholt nominates Vinemont’s Kate Seidel to attend US Military Academy (West Point)
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday, Feb. 5, announced the nominations of several exceptional students from Alabama’s 4th Congressional District to...
Chad Floyd appointed as Cullman County circuit court judge
Updated Feb. 6, 2026, at 7:32 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County District Court Judge Chad Floyd has been appointed to the 32nd Judicial Circuit...
Dripping Springs DAR honors DAR Good Citizens
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) at its recent meeting honored DAR Good Citizens from...
Elijah Guyton named CSC Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas — Two Gulf South Conference football student-athletes were named to the 2025 NCAA Division II Academic All-America Team, as selected and announced by...
Ivey invites students to apply for 2026 Summer Internship Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open. This...
5 local students selected for 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five students from East Elementary and West Elementary auditioned and were selected for the 2026 Alabama All-State Elementary Choir. This is...
John Wahl formally announces campaign for lieutenant governor
HOOVER, Ala. – Alabama Republican Party Chairman and Alabama Public Library Service Chairman John Wahl on Tuesday, Jan. 27, announced his campaign for Alabama...
2025 All-County Football honors
Cullman County Schools congratulates the following young men for earning All-County Football honors for the 2025 season.
Cold Springs: Ayden Black , Will Jackson, Trey...
North Alabama Agriplex announces local author visit Feb. 13-14
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex announced it will welcome Alabama author Heather C. Morris for three separate classes.
On Friday, Feb. 13, Morris...
ALDOT warns of black ice danger as temperatures drop
The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is urging motorists to use extreme caution in the coming days as temperatures are expected to drop below...
ALDOT prepares for icy roads in north Alabama
Plummeting temperatures across north Alabama will pose a significant and widespread threat of icy roads this afternoon and throughout the night. The threat may...
Alabama unemployment rate holds steady at 2.7%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced Friday, Jan. 23, that Alabama’s preliminary seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for December held...
Aderholt announces $2.5M for Wallace State Community College affordable housing and childcare project
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, announced $2.5 million in federal funding for Wallace State Community College’s Lions’ Village project...
Cullman City Primary School named 2025 Safe School Award winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is one of just nine schools in the state of Alabama to be awarded a 2025 Safe...
Dingler, Swann named CCBOE/AmFirst December Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools this week announced that Chrissy Dingler and Jennifer Swann have named December Employees of the Month. Teacher of the...
Aderholt announces $13.5M for St. Bernard Bridge, U.S. 278 improvements
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama on Friday, Jan. 23, said he secured $13.5 million in federal funding for the U.S. Highway 278 St. Bernard Bridge replacement...
Cullman County included in state of emergency proclamation ahead of weekend weather
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation issuing a state of emergency for 19 northern counties ahead of the anticipated...
ALDOT, ALEA preparing for potential winter weather this weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) are preparing for potential winter weather this weekend.
From ALDOT
ALDDOT...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host Spring Open House Feb. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host a Spring Open House on Thursday, Feb. 5, from 5:30-7 p.m., welcoming families and members...
St. Bernard Preparatory School Honor and Merit Rolls
Honor Roll – Fall Semester 2025 Semester average 95.0 and above
Grade 7
Ryan Keough Helena Perkins
Grade 8
Kade Chamblee Eleanor Franklin Vivian Gargan Jesus Sanchez Andrade Murphy Thomas
Grade 9 Brooklynn Agnello Payton Becker Chloe Brewer Aaron...
Oden officially qualifies for reelection to Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1
EVA, Ala. - Jeremy Oden officially qualified Jan. 14, as a candidate for re-election to the Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1.
Oden announced his...
Creel officially qualifies to run for Cullman County sheriff
CULLMAN, Ala. – Law enforcement veteran Tim Creel this week officially qualified to run for Cullman County sheriff.
Creel announced his candidacy back in July...
Alabama Conservation District Employees Association announces 6 $1K scholarships for 2026 graduating seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Conservation District Employees Association is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, offering six $1,000 scholarships to high school seniors...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School to host Swamp John’s Fundraiser Jan. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. — St. Paul’s Lutheran School will host a Swamp John’s Fundraiser on Monday, Jan. 26, from 4-7p.m., in celebration of National Lutheran...
DHR: SNAP transactions for out-of-state and online automatically turned off Jan. 22
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources on Monday announced a new system enhancement that automatically defaults all EBT cards to block...
Holmes retiring from CCSO; Hogue will be new chief deputy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office on Monday, Jan. 12, announced the upcoming retirement of Chief Deputy Brett Holmes, who will conclude...
Allen releases list of counties where noncitizens illegally registered and/or voted
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen announced last week “the identification of 186 ‘illegally registered noncitizens,’ including 25 who had illegally...
(Updated) AG Marshall settles lawsuit with Cullman’s Aurora IV and Wellness; clinic to close
Updated Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, to include a statement from the law firm representing Amanda and Chris Medders:
"From day one, our clients acted in...
Tyson Foods supports Good Samaritan Health Clinic’s mission to deliver health care to the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Samaritan Health Clinic announces a $28,350 grant from Tyson Foods.
This investment will allow Good Samaritan Health Clinic to continue its...
Tigers For Tomorrow launches “Goodwill to All” $5 Admission Promotion for January
ATTALLA, Ala. – This month, Tigers For Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain is inviting the community to experience one of Alabama’s most unique wildlife destinations...
Reed: Alabama’s unemployment rate drops to 2.7% in November
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed this week announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for November decreased to...
Aderholt qualifies for reelection to US Congress
HOOVER, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt this week officially qualified to seek reelection to represent Alabama’s 4th Congressional District.
According to his announcement, he is...
Gentry officially qualifies for Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry has officially qualified to run for Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1.
Below is Gentry’s announcement:
“Today, I...
Registered sex offender allegedly using assumed name
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Cullman Police Department, a registered sex offender was arrested Jan. 1, 2026, at the Cullman Housing Authority following...
Gudger qualifies for reelection to Alabama Senate District 4
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman has qualified for reelection to Alabama Senate District 4.
Below is Gudger’s announcement:
State Senator Garlan Gudger (R -...
Ivey: Alabama secures more than $203M for Rural Health Transformation Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Dec. 29 announced Alabama has officially received its award number from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid...
Cullman County Democrats set qualifying period for 2026 election cycle
CULLMAN, Ala. - At a meeting earlier this month, the Cullman County Democrats Executive Committee approved the qualifying period for the 2026 election cycle....
