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2025 FCCLA All-County Sweet Potato Cook-Off showcases culinary talent
CULLMAN, Ala. - The warm aroma of sweet potatoes filled the air at the Cotton Creek Venue on Tuesday, Nov. 4, as students from...
Gudger details efforts to honor veterans
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Veterans Day approaches, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman on Thursday, Nov. 6, said he and his fellow...
Tim Wadsworth announces reelection bid for Alabama House District 14
ARLEY, Ala. – Rep. Tim Wadsworth, R-Arley on Monday announced his candidacy for reelection. Below is his announcement, in full:
House District 14 – Incumbent...
Ivey says she’s releasing $2M in emergency funds for 8 food banks
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday, Nov. 4, announced she is releasing $2 million of the State’s emergency funds to go towards eight...
CMS students get sneak peek at workplace options at career fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School students recently had an opportunity for some hands-on experience with some of the potential career options they could...
DAR recognizes first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recognized several groups in Cullman on National First Responders Day,...
November SNAP benefits suspended
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received specific guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)...
Pumpkins on the loose in Cullman elementary STEM project
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools brought some fall-time flair to the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) curriculum this month — just in...
Vinemont man indicted on 36 counts of aggravated criminal surveillance
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County grand jury has indicted 37-year-old Patrick Scott Herron of Vinemont on 36 counts of aggravated criminal surveillance and...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa places in Miss University of Alabama competition
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Abby Sosa of Cullman was named fourth runner-up at the Miss University of Alabama competition on Oct. 10, at the Bama...
City School Board approves employee incentive pay
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education has approved a resolution to provide one-time incentive payments to all employees. The board said...
Cardiologist Daniel Gonzalez joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional this week announced Cardiologist Daniel Gonzalez, MD, joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Gonzalez earned his medical degree from the...
AARP Alabama urges Medicare beneficiaries to review Coverage during Open Enrollment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - AARP Alabama reminds Medicare beneficiaries that Medicare Open Enrollment is now underway and runs through Dec. 7, 2025. This is the...
Cullman County man killed in early morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County man was killed in an early morning vehicle crash. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Michael P....
Cullman City Schools: 6th-grade students, programs to remain at East, West for remainder of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, announced that sixth-grade students and programs will remain at East and West Elementary...
Ellis, Sharpe named CCBOE/AmFirst Employees of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently named Tiffiany Ellis and Melanie Sharpe September Employees of the Month.
Teacher of the Month: Tiffiany Ellis,...
Who are the ‘Hay People’? CCPS students learn about Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With the annual Oktoberfest celebration kicking off in Cullman, young Cullman City Schools students had the opportunity to learn a bit...
Hanceville man killed in early Friday morning crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:40 a.m. Friday, Oct. 3, claimed the life of Hanceville man, according to Alabama...
Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy H. Oden announces reelection campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jeremy H. Oden recently announced his reelection campaign for Alabama Public Service Commission Place 1.
Below is Oden’s announcement:
Alabama Public Service Commissioner...
Sheriff candidate Tim Creel hosting campaign event at VFW Saturday, Sept. 27
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tim Creel, candidate for Cullman County Sheriff, is inviting the community to a special gathering in support of his campaign on Saturday,...
Hoover man pleads guilty in attempt to hire hitman to murder wife, 6 children
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A Birmingham area man has pleaded guilty to murder for hire as charged, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.
Mohammad Mohammad, 64, of...
Covered Bridge Festival coming Oct. 11
ONEONTA, Ala. – With three covered bridges still in existence, Blount County carries the title of Covered Bridge Capital of Alabama, and as a...
Cullman County students shine at FCCLA All-County Beef Cook-off
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The aroma of sizzling beef and the excitement of competition filled Cotton Creek Venue in Cullman on September 16, 2025, as...
Cullman youth volleyball team finishes undefeated, earns platinum bracket spot in regional youth volleyball
CULLMAN, Ala. -- 6th Grade Cullman Gold volleyball team comprised of 6th-grade students from East Elementary School has finished the season undefeated in the...
State unemployment rate drops to 2.9%; Cullman County rate falls to 2.4%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of Workforce Greg Reed announced Friday, Sept. 19, that “Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted August unemployment rate is 2.9%, down...
PEAK Awards: Visit Cullman named Organization of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Visit Cullman/Cullman County Tourism Bureau was recently named Organization of the Year by the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association (AMLA) at the...
Les Dames of Cullman 4th Annual Witches Ride coming Oct. 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dust off your brooms and round up your crew — the Witches Ride is back for its fourth enchanting year! Hosted...
Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 Burgermeister Ball – Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the annual Burgermeister Ball on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Abbey...
Bernard Blues & BBQ wraps up 9th annual festival with music, food and fierce...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The ninth annual Bernard Blues & BBQ at St. Bernard Prep kicked off on Friday, Sept. 5 as artists and cook...
Sparking curiosity: STEM Day returns to CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual STEM Day at Cullman City Primary School returned the week of Sept. 8, with expanded stations and activations for...
Cullman man indicted on attempted murder charge in domestic violence incident
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man has been indicted on charges of first-degree domestic violence and attempted murder.
According to court records, the indictments against...
Free electric vehicle showcases coming soon in Cullman and Huntsville
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – A variety of electric vehicles will be on display and EV owners will be on hand to talk one on one with...
USPS Job Fair Sept. 12 in Cullman
Immediate openings for rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United States Postal Service will hold a job fair in Cullman...
ALEA: 6 fatalities over Labor Day weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol and Marine Patrol Divisions dedicated the 2025 Labor Day weekend to...
CHS marketing class using design to spotlight senior athletes
CULLMAN, Ala. - For those who follow Cullman High School on social media, you may have noticed some new regular features popping up in...
Cullman County Commissioner Kelly Duke selected for ACCA leadership position
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner Kelly Duke has been elected to serve as a member of the 2025-2026 Legislative Committee of the Association...
St. Paul’s hosting community Fall Festival Oct. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School is excited to welcome the community to its annual Fall Festival, happening on Sunday, Oct....
Greg to serve as liturgist, preacher for St. Paul’s German-language worship service Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church announced this week it is honored to welcome back Reverend Dan Greg, pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran...
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – This September, throughout Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the Alabama Department of Mental Health and statewide partners unite in strength, dignity, hope and purposeto...
ALEA mourns loss of active K-9 Bella
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is deeply saddened to share the unexpected passing of active K-9 Bella, who suffered a...
89th annual meeting of the Cullman Electric Cooperative set for Sept. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 89th annual meeting of Cullman Electric Cooperative is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Northbrook Church, starting at 9...
County receives $711K grant for improvements to Stony Lonesome
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission was awarded a Recreational Trails Program grant for more than $700,000 for improvements to Stony Lonesome OHV Park....
Gudger: Work cleared to begin on $680k wastewater grant project in Holly Pond
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, announced that work is cleared to begin on a wastewater...
County receives $711K grant for improvements to Stony Lonesome
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission was awarded a Recreational Trails Program grant for more than $700,000 for improvements to Stony Lonesome OHV Park....
Gudger appoints Cullman Regional CEO to Alabama Rural Roadmap Initiative
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional CEO James Clements has been appointed by Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, to serve on the...
Cullman County Tourism Bureau’s Harmony Heard receives statewide honor
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Tourism Bureau on Monday announced that Executive Director Harmony Heard was named Tourism Industry Employee of the Year...
Gudger announces $5K grants for each high school band in his district
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, kicked off football season over the weekend by announcing he will present a $5,000 grant to every public high school...
Elementary students create ‘digital lockers’ while learning AI, design
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at East Elementary School had a chance to create their own lockers — digitally — as part of an innovative...
Dolly Parton Imagination Library expands to Alabama foster children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) in partnership with the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) is excited to...
Cullman City Schools presents proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has released its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which the board said reflects a strong commitment to academic...
St. Paul’s to host traditional German-language worship service Sept. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of Cullman’s annual Oktoberfest celebrations, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will offer a special Gottesdienst (Divine Service) conducted entirely in...
Additional arrest made in Infusion Wellness and Spa case
CULLMAN, Ala. – An additional arrest has been made in connection with the ongoing investigation involving Infusion Wellness and Spa. On Wednesday, Aug. 20,...
Cullman’s Academy Sports + Outdoors to open Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Academy Sports + Outdoors will open its first store in Cullman next month, the company said in a media release. The opening...
Sacred Heart welcomes new pastor
CULLMAN, Ala. - In June, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Cullman welcomed its new pastor Fr. Linus Klucsarits, OSB, following the reassignment...
Cullman City Schools: ‘Strong start to 2025-2026 school year’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The halls of Cullman City Schools are bustling once again as 3,200 students returned on Wednesday, Aug. 6, marking the beginning...
Orthopedic surgeon Eric Goodrich, DO, MS joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Orthopedic surgeon Eric Goodrich, DO, MS has joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Goodrich attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he played...
Operation Round Up Board awards $45K paper grant to benefit area schools
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Operation Round Up Board has awarded a $45,000 paper grant to benefit students and teachers at Cullman County Schools, Cullman...
Local business owner arrested for multiple felonies related to forged prescriptions
Updated Aug. 16, 2025, at 1:36 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local business owner is facing multiple felony charges related to forged prescriptions. Whitney LeAnn...
Gudger announces $347K in economic development funding for Jack’s project in Fairview
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, this week announced the Town of Fairview is receiving $347,160 in economic development...
Susan Eller announces re-election campaign for Good Hope City Council, Place 3
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope City Councilwoman Susan Eller this week officially announced her re-election bid.
Below is Eller’s announcement.
Susan Eller, current member of...
‘Every time I go on the air, I’m representing Jax State’
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Joseph Scott Morgan, a professor at Jacksonville State University's Forensic Investigations Department, is a well-known true crime expert. His work on...
CPD executes search warrant at Infusion Wellness and Spa
CULLMAN, Ala. - A search warrant was executed at a downtown Cullman business on Monday, Aug. 11, by CPD patrol officers and investigators.
The warrant...
Former First Community Bank Vice President sentenced to 5 years in prison for embezzlement...
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Cullman woman has been sentenced for her involvement in an embezzlement scheme, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona.
U.S. District Court Judge...
City receives $500K LWCF grant for East Side Park upgrades
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey this week announced the City of Cullman has received a federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant...
Gudger presents additional $1M to Cullman County Schools
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Wednesday presented a check for $1 million in additional State funds to...
CCBOE enters land purchase agreement; new career center planned
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools has entered into a real estate purchase agreement for several acres of land located in south-central Cullman County,...
Cullman City School Board, City Council forge stronger partnership for student safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a stated “significant move toward enhancing safety measures within Cullman City Schools,” a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been...
ALEA honors life and service of retired K-9 Pici
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – With deep respect and heavy hearts, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) on Monday, Aug. 4, announced the passing of retired...
Allen reminds Alabamians of absentee voting deadlines ahead of Aug. 26 Municipal Elections
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen this week reminded Alabama voters that municipal absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot...
Gudger announces $750K in state grant funding for research and technology park in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, this week announced that the City of Cullman is receiving a $750,000 state...
Ethel Alexander announces candidacy for mayor of Colony
COLONY, Ala. – Ethel Alexander has announced her candidacy for mayor of Colony.
Below is a summary of her announcement.
Ethel L. Alexander is a servant...
Inaugural People’s Law School class coming Aug. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The People’s Law School will launch its inaugural class Aug. 16, 2025. The program curriculum has been designed to teach individuals...
Agriplex’s 9th annual Harvest to Home Dinner set for Sept. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex’s ninth annual Harvest to Home Dinner will take place Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. The North Alabama Agriplex...
Cold Springs FCCLA shines at 2025 National Leadership Conference
BREMEN, Ala. - From July 4–10, 2025, Cold Springs High School proudly represented Alabama at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)...
Alabama’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday set for July 18–20, 2025
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama families can save money on back-to-school essentials during the state’s 20th annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which begins at 12:01...
Gudger announces $24K in grant funding for Gold Ridge community
GOLD RIDGE, Ala. - Senate President Pro Tempore Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced Saturday during the monthly breakfast sponsored by the Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire...
CCBOE adding 5 First-Class Pre-K classrooms this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman County Schools is adding additional Pre-K classroom space to the district, thanks to state grants as part of the First...
Marshall announces $11.7M for Alabama from 8 opioid drug makers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Friday, July 11, announced Alabama's participation in a nationwide settlement with eight drug makers that...
Happy 105th birthday, Roy Drinkard!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman's Roy Drinkard, the oldest living United States Marine, turns 105 years old on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
U.S. Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama,...
Glover announces candidacy for Alabama House District 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – Matthew Glover in June announced his candidacy for Alabama House of Representatives District 12.
Election details
Gov. Kay Ivey set special election dates...
Kevin Everett announces candidacy for Cullman County sheriff
CULLMAN, Ala. – Kevin Everett has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Sheriff.
Everett’s announcement is below.
Hello my name is Kevin Everett and I would...
The Tribune brings home 41 APA Awards
CULLMAN, Ala. -- At this year’s Alabama Press Association Summer Convention, The Cullman Tribune was honored with 41 awards.
The Alabama Press Association is the state trade...
Mississippi woman injured in boat fire on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – A single-vessel fire that occurred at approximately 6 p.m. Sunday, July 6, injured a Mississippi woman. Alabama State Troopers said Katherine...
Hartselle woman dies in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hartselle woman was killed, and five other people were injured, in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3 p.m. Sunday,...
Fulmer Svarney announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jessica Fulmer Svarney recently announced her candidacy for Place 3 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Fulmer Svarney’s announcement,...
Meet 2026 Alabama gubernatorial candidate Chad ‘Chig’ Martin
ENTERPRISE, Ala. – Chad “Chig” Martin is running as a Democrat for Alabama governor in 2026.
Below is his announcement.
Chad "Chig" Martin wears many hats...
Caroleene Dobson announces candidacy for secretary of state
MONTGOMERY, Ala. —Conservative Attorney Caroleene Dobson recently announced her candidacy for secretary of state in the 2026 Republican Primary.
Below is Dobson’s announcement.
“As Secretary of...
Peoples Bank of Alabama included in Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Banks 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Peoples Bank of Alabama has been recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Banks 2025. This prestigious award is presented...
AARP and United Way Worldwide expand 211 Caregiver Program to Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Millions more family caregivers in Alabama and across the country now have easier access to critical support, thanks to a major expansion...
Les Dames of Cullman announces 4th annual Witches Ride
CULLMAN, Ala. – We may be in the thick of summer, but dust off your brooms and get your coven ready — the Witches...
Gudger says staff monitoring progress on community projects in his district
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Tuesday announced his staff is continuing to monitor progress on several community...
Marshall opens applications for 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the application process for the 2025 Alabama Safe Schools Initiative Awards. These awards provide...
ALDOT suspends temporary lane closures over 4th of July 4 holiday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Transportation is urging motorists to drive responsibly and plan ahead during the upcoming 4th of July holiday...
Cullman City Schools gives update on community-driven strategic plan
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is more than two years into a strategic plan created to position the school system for the future....
Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down set for July 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice recently announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting...
Hartselle Health Park ER awarded Accreditation from The Joint Commission
HARTSELLE, Ala. – Cullman Regional’s freestanding emergency department in Hartselle has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval by demonstrating compliance with its...
Cullman City Board of Education receives clean audit for 2024 fiscal year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education on Tuesday, June 24, announced the results of the fiscal year 2024 financial audit conducted...
Shikle announces candidacy for Cullman City Council Place 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Charles “Chuck” Shikle has announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council Place 1.
Below is Shikle’s announcement, unedited and in full.
Charles “Chuck”...
Center Point woman killed in Cullman County wreck
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Center Point woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Cullman County on Tuesday. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim...
Larry Creel announces candidacy for mayor of Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Larry Creel on Monday officially announced his candidacy for mayor of Good Hope.
Below is Creel’s announcement.
Larry Creel has announced his...
