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FEATURE: Inside Cullman Police Aviation
The Hughes 369A/OH-6A Cayuse, known to Vietnam veterans as the “Loach,” was designed to be a highly maneuverable light observation helicopter. (W.C. Mann for...
Summer fun
Kids in Colony’s summer enrichment program met Smokey Bear on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy Patricia Ponder/Colony Town Hall)
COLONY - On Wednesday, kids enrolled in Colony’s...
‘Feeding the body and the soul’: Church 212 starts community garden to feed the...
Church 212 members work in the church’s community garden in early June (Photo courtesy Robert Taylor)
GOOD HOPE - Right down County Road 437 from...
A new calling: meet Good Samaritan’s new nurse practitioner
Stephanie Barnett is the new certified registered nurse practitioner at the Good Samaritan Health Clinic in Cullman. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - Good...
Cullman library to host premiere of original Ben South children’s story at ‘book walk’
“The Reluctant Topiary” was written by Cullman’s hometown author and playwright, Ben Johnson South.
CULLMAN - If you’re looking for something fun and original (and...
Pet of the Week: MacGyver will figure out how to win your heart
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
MacGyver is a hound/Anatolian Shepherd mix...
What’s old is new: C-Street Café returning as Bulldogs Country Cook’n in Hanceville
On Friday, workers were making finishing touches like placing the new logo on the front door of Bulldogs Country Cook’n. (W.C. Mann for The...
Wallace State set to open community garden Saturday, June 23
WSCC students and community residents will tend gardens in raised beds like these located at Welti School. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - At...
Hanceville welcomes new shop and gathering spot for card and board gamers
Co-owner Nikolaos McCormick welcomes visitors on OG’s opening day Thursday. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - On Thursday, Hanceville’s downtown revitalization efforts took another...
Colony’s summer kids’ programs going strong; Educational Complex gets improvement grant
Kids tend a raised garden bed at Colony’s Educational Complex. (Photo courtesy Town of Colony)
COLONY - After success in 2017, the Town of Colony...
CCBOE awards contract for Good Hope upgrades, announces personnel changes; lunch prices going up
CULLMAN - On Tuesday evening, the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) voted to approve a maintenance department bid from P.G. Wells Enterprises, Inc....
Hanceville Council talks solar energy, community improvement projects
Wallace State’s Kristi Barnett addressed the Hanceville City Council about the school’s community garden project. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HANCEVILLE - At its regular...
Inside Technology Village Cullman with newly-named Director, John Wessel
Director John Wessel in the Technology Village Cullman office (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Monday evening, the Cullman City Council took a...
UPDATE FROM THE TRAIL: Fairview veteran reaches 700-mile mark on Appalachian Trail
Col. Donald Fallin is keeping The Tribune apprised of his progress as he hikes the Appalachian Trail to raise funds for children of fallen...
Colony votes to establish a Carpenter’s Cabinet food pantry
The Colony Town Council welcomed representatives from Quality of Life Health Services and Carpenter’s Cabinet to its meeting Tuesday evening. (W.C. Mann for The...
Cullman Commission passes resolution to increase local mental health services
WellStone Behavioral Health COO Chris Van Dyke speaks about the Stepping Up Initiative at Tuesday's Cullman County Commission meeting. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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Busy meeting: Cullman names Technology Village director, approves deteriorated properties ordinance
Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer with the new Technology Village Director John Wessel (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman City...
City of Cullman names John Wessel director of new Technology Village
Cullman Economic Development Agency Director Dale Greer with new Technology Village Cullman Director John Wessel (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN – At its meeting...
Cullman Community Theatre still seeking actors for ‘The Music Man;’ auditions Tuesday
CULLMAN - Wayne Cook, Director of the revived Cullman Community Theatre, has put out a request:
“Well the auditions have begun! We have had some...
City school board awards contracts for East, West Elementary roofs; personnel changes announced
CULLMAN - This week, the Cullman City School Board approved recommendations from Stephen Ward & Associates, Inc. to award a contract to low bidder...
2nd Fridays returns to downtown Cullman
Cullman High School’s Lindsey Lowery won a free 2nd Fridays booth for her business “Pixie Fudge” in a competition sponsored by the Cullman Area...
Pet of the Week: Dixie needs a forever home
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Dixie is described by Ruttkay as...
Update: Fairview veteran reaches 600-mile mark on Appalachian Trail
Col. Donald Fallin reached the 600-mile mark on the Appalachian Trail on the afternoon of Monday, June 4. (Photo courtesy Donald Fallin)
FAIRVIEW - Retired...
Family establishes mental health fund in memory of Stephen Griffith
L-R: R.E. Garrison Trucking Co. President Donovan Lovell, S.F. Lovell, Cullman Area Mental Health Foundation President Rita Nicholas, Wiles Griffith, WellStone Behavioral Health COO...
Cullman council awards $376K bid to renovate Heritage Park soccer field; work to begin...
CP&R Executive Director Nathan Anderson’s family came with him to hear the good news and hang with council members Wednesday night. Left to right:...
Gudger, Brown, Harbison, Williams, Marchman victorious in primary
After a challenging primary campaign, incumbent Probate Judge Tammy Brown embraces her opponent Carol Berry, who came to the Civic Center to congratulate her....
Rock the South after-action report
ALEA Sgt. Michael McBrayer, Guntersville Police Chief Jim Peterson and Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper pose for a photograph outside the command center on...
Rock the South donations top $139K for 2018
Local organizations received donations from Rock the South Saturday evening. (Photo courtesy Rock the South)
CULLMAN - On Saturday evening, Rock the South (RTS) made...
City planning commission OKs next phase of construction in controversial subdivision
Photo taken Monday, June 4 shows that displaced earth under sunken pavement appears to have pushed up these curbing/gutter slabs at two locations in...
The ‘new’ Ingle Park: something for everyone
L-R: CP&R Director of Operations Kyle Clark, City Council President Garlan Gudger, Councilman Andy Page, CP&R Board representative Zac Wood, Mayor Woody Jacobs and...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Looking for a Buddy?
CULLMAN - This week, the Cullman County Animal Shelter has more available pets than usual; meet Buddy, The Cullman Tribune’s Bonus Pet of the...
Rock the South: Final lineup, park conditions, tips for visitors
Left to right: Friday night’s headliners will be Brett Young and Thomas Rhett. On Saturday night, get ready for Hank Williams Jr. and Eric...
Cullman SAR presents Wounded Warrior award to WWII veteran George Mills
On Wednesday evening, WWII Army veteran Sgt. George Mills recounted the Battle of the Bulge and his experiences as a POW. (W.C. Mann for...
PET OF THE WEEK: Meet sweet Gracie
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Gracie is a mixed breed dog...
Subtropical Storm Alberto: Cullman County faces storm threat until Thursday
Alberto’s predicted path, as of early Tuesday morning (NOAA/National Weather Service)
CULLMAN - What does Subtropical Storm Alberto mean for north Alabama? Late Monday afternoon,...
‘Tell your story:’ Cullman Memorial Day observance encourages veterans to speak, others to listen
Members of the local Sons of the American Revolution chapter provided a very traditional color guard at Saturday’s Cullman County Memorial Day observance. (W.C....
Decorated Fairview veteran hiking Appalachian Trail for children of fallen soldiers
Col. Donald Fallin pauses at the 500-mile marker along the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail. (courtesy photo)
FAIRVIEW - When decorated combat and special operations veteran Col....
CCBOE releases personnel changes
CULLMAN - The Cullman County School Board approved a number of personnel items, including a set of contract and supplement non-renewals that were approved...
Party faithful turn out for annual Cullman GOP dinner
State Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview addresses the audience at Thursday night’s Cullman County Republican Dinner on behalf of Gov. Kay Ivey, who could not...
United Way announces annual campaign totals, gives service awards
With Roy Drinkard out of town on business, his great grandson Julius Boggus accepted the Community Service Award from Chairperson Deborah "Pepper" Hoover on...
Jeremiah Castille speaks at 2017-18 Leadership Cullman County graduation
Jeremiah Castille, left, speaks with Cullman High School Principal Kim Hall and Cullman County Schools’ T.J. Franey at Tuesday night’s 2017-18 Leadership Cullman County...
Colony removes long-absent member, nails down summer plans, recognizes Mayor Donnis Leeth’s achievements
Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth displays the certificate he received for completing the Satcher Health Leadership Institute’s Healthy Communities Initiative Program at the Morehouse School...
Holly Pond Band Director Evan Curtis talks 1st year on the job
At the Holly Pond Band Banquet last Friday evening, Curtis proudly displayed the photo collage presented by his seniors. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
HOLLY...
Cullman man charged with selling meth
Timothy Boone (Cullman Police Department)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) on Monday arrested a Cullman man for allegedly selling methamphetamine.
Timothy...
PET OF THE WEEK: Help Melody sing a happy song
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Melody is a 6-month-old mixed breed...
In last meeting of school year, CCBOE recognizes achievements
The Vinemont Middle School Archery Team won the county tournament, was the state runner up and placed in the top 30 out of 171...
Hanceville Fire Department holds biannual fundraiser dinner
HANCEVILLE - On Saturday afternoon, the Hanceville Fire Department hosted a fundraising dinner featuring Swamp John’s. The event is held twice per year to...
‘We all love her, and we miss her dearly’
The placard on the Buddy Bench reads, “Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond...
CAMPAIGN 2018: James Fields hosts community outreach event in Hanceville
Democratic gubernatorial candidate James Fields, second from left, speaks with supporters at an event in Hanceville on Saturday, May 19, 2018. (W.C. Mann for...
Making of a scholars’ bowl powerhouse: Coach Lee Henry reviews busy year for West...
The all-fifth-grade West Point Intermediate team won the sixth-grade division at the West Point High School Invitational in March. L-R: John Davis Yovino, Brodie...
Pet of the Week: Help Reggie find his forever home
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay from the Cullman County Animal Shelter introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
“Rejoice,” whom the staff calls...
What to do this summer?
Representatives from a variety of local organizations were on hand Monday at the Cullman Civic Center for the Cullman KIDS’ Summer Showcase. (Photo courtesy...
‘Like Me or Not’: Link director Owens takes on approval addiction
Author Dawn Owens signed copies of her book “Like Me or Not” Tuesday at Yates-Chance Christian Bookstore. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - As...
Goat Island takes top honors at Daphne beer festival
Goat Island’s new Duck River Dunkel was a hit at 99 Bottles of Beer on the Lawn in Daphne, tying with a Fairhope brew...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Q&A with circuit judge candidate Melvin Hasting
Melvin Hasting (Melvin Hasting)
CULLMAN - Before the last Cullman County Republican Party town hall meeting, The Tribune spoke to Melvin Hasting, who is challenging...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Q&A with Circuit Judge Martha Williams
Circuit Judge Martha Williams (Martha Williams)
CULLMAN - Recently, The Tribune spoke to incumbent Circuit Judge Martha Williams, who is facing a fierce challenge from...
City school board recognizes student, staff achievements; principal gives update on West Elementary
West Elementary Principal Dr. Jay Page talks to the Cullman City School Board Tuesday about the state of his school. (W.C. Mann for The...
Cullman council recognizes local champions, considers measure to deal with deteriorated properties
Cullman Gymnastics and Cheer Academy’s Xtreme Allstars cheerleading team was recognized for a national championship and CGCA’s first undefeated competition season. (W.C. Mann for...
Taking robotics to new depths: Fairview students take part in ROV competition on Dauphin...
The Fairview High School ROV team: CEO/Pilot Tre Kinney, CFO/Tether Operator Katie Golden, Marketing Director Jozi Jackson, Intern/Hydraulics operator Jarret Clayton and Faculty Assistant...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Hasting, Williams spar at Cullman GOP town hall meeting
Circuit court judge challenger Melvin Hasting (left) and incumbent Judge Martha Williams (right) had the liveliest exchanges of the evening at Thursday’s Cullman County...
Keller Williams celebrates ‘RED Day’ serving at Restoring Women Outreach
Keller Williams volunteers cleaned and refurbished three RWO houses in Cullman on Thursday. (Photo courtesy Karon Tubbs/Keller Williams)
CULLMAN - Around 40 volunteers from Keller...
Cullman DHR: more foster homes needed
Each pinwheel on the Cullman County Department of Human Resources lawn represents a Cullman County child in foster care. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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‘Lyndon’s Walk’ at Sportsman Lake Park Saturday
Sherry Ennis, who lost her granddaughter to HAE, hopes to bring awareness to the condition. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - On Saturday, a...
Pet of the Week: Bingo!
CULLMAN - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay introduces us to Bingo, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.
Bingo is an unusual plott...
Faith, hope and peanut butter: meet Morgan Dingler
Morgan Dingler, who has been collecting jars of peanut butter for Knapsacks for Kids, gets help from the staff at Warehouse Discount Groceries. (Photo...
Colony steps back from removal of councilman, moves forward on storm shelter; changes coming...
Library Aide Brenda Johnson has replaced Town Clerk Patricia Ponder as Colony town librarian, and the library’s hours have changed. The library is pictured...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Q&A with Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown
Cullman County Probate Judge Tammy Brown (Tammy Brown)
CULLMAN - The Tribune has been speaking with all local candidates who will be on the ballot...
CAMPAIGN 2018: Democratic candidates speak at town hall meeting in Cullman
Alabama Attorney General candidate Chris Christie, who hopes to unseat incumbent Steve Marshall, addresses the audience Saturday at the Cullman County Museum. (W.C. Mann...
Cullman council gets earful from Heritage Village residents, honors retiring firefighter
Retiring firefighter Terry Gamble was commended by Councilman Andy Page and Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Brian Bradberry for 25 years of service before his...
Cullman Planning Commission recommends ordinance to streamline actions on deteriorated properties
Cullman City Attorney Roy Williams speaks to the Planning Commission about the proposed ordinance to respond to deteriorated properties. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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Bigger and better than ever: Strawberry Festival 2018
In spite of rain midway through the event, this year’s Strawberry Festival is projected to be the biggest one yet. (W.C. Mann for The...
CHS teacher John Drake named top 3 finalist for NFHS Network School Broadcast Program...
John Drake (Photo courtesy Cullman High School)
CULLMAN - John Drake, Cullman High School Broadcast Network sponsor, was named a top three finalist for the...
Cullman’s community theatre staging a comeback
Recruits for the proposed community theatre board meet with Wayne Cook (far right) after the public meeting. L-R: Melva Jackson (seated), Linda Foley, Cindy...
Cullman County no. 1 in state for overall economic development and expansion
Gov. Kay Ivey and Topre America President Hideo Shimizu cut the ribbon on Topre’s new building and celebrated the company’s newly-announced $80 million expansion...
Pet of the Week: Thumper searching for his forever home
CULLMAN - According to the Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay, “We have seen an uptick of young families, looking for canine companions doing...
Preston Corum 1st CDC student to ever compete in SkillsUSA
Preston Corum placed third in SkillsUSA district competition in 10-inch miter saw, qualifying him to attend state competition. He is the first CDC student...
Fairview Theatre Works presents ‘I and You’
In a two-character play set in one room, Macie Burgin and Matthew Baughman shared the stage without a pause for more than an hour....
Strawberry Festival 2018: Eve 6 to headline expanded festival entertainment schedule Saturday; Senior Shindig...
Crowds filled Depot Park during 2017’s Strawberry Festival. Cullman Parks and Recreation said this year’s event will offer even more. (W.C. Mann for The...
United Way Young Professionals raise funds with crawfish boil at Goat Island
Freddie Day catering boiled up 500 lbs. of crawfish picked up fresh on the Gulf Coast by YP volunteers Saturday morning. (W.C. Mann for...
Revival of the board game: Local gamers celebrate International Tabletop Day
Local players try out one of the expansion games for “Betrayal at the House on the Hill” on International Tabletop Day at Cullman’s North...
CATA students compete in state SkillsUSA competition; 3 headed to nationals
Jacob Ryder, Peyton Oden and Carter Robinson display their treasure map after winning the SkillsUSA State Championship Wednesday. (Photo Courtesy Mike Burkett/CATA)
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Willkommen! Cullman hosts visitors from sister city, Frankweiler, Germany
Visitors from Frankweiler arrived at the Cullman County Museum late Thursday afternoon. L-R: Sigrid Rong, Klaus Feindel, Verena Rong and Karl Fiscus (W.C. Mann...
City school board approves emergency repairs to East and West Elementary
The Cullman City School Board met in an emergency session Friday morning to approve emergency repairs for East and West Elementary Schools. (W.C. Mann...
Board gamers: Celebrate International Tabletop Day Saturday at the Agriplex
CULLMAN - Attention board gamers, card gamers and fantasy fans! Tomorrow, Saturday, April 28 is 2018 International Tabletop Day, and Cullman is in on...
Seniors enjoy annual Fish-o-Rama in Hanceville
Senior George Gurganus, center, had the largest fish at 2 lbs. 15 oz and the largest overall catch at 48 lbs. 5 oz. (W.C....
Hanceville votes to reopen city pool; sidewalk grant sought
The Hanceville City Council on Thursday night reversed its earlier decision, voting instead to reopen the city pool. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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New nonprofit for area men seeks to bridge gap between rehab and normal life
CULLMAN - The Cullman area has access to some highly regarded drug rehabilitation services through organizations like The Foundry Ministries and recovery programs like...
Pet of the Week: Sweet gal Tamar searching for her forever home
CULLMAN - Donna Ruttkay, from the Cullman County Animal Shelter, introduces us to The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week:
“Tamar is a hound/beagle mix...
New law targeting drunk drivers named after Cullman DUI victim Curtis Wilson
On Wednesday evening, Sen. Paul Bussman, R-Cullman, who served on one of the committees that worked on the bill, was at Daystar Church’s Good...
Colony pursues storm shelter, prepares for summer enrichment program
At its meeting Tuesday evening, the Colony Town Council heard about plans for its second Summer Enrichment Program and took the next step toward...
Publix delivers $24K check to United Way of Cullman County
L-R: Publix District Manager Vincent Mingione, Assistant Store Manager Brad Boshell, United Way of Cullman County Board Chairman Steve Moore, United Way of Cullman County...
Cullman City Council honors fire chief Edward Reinhardt; city revenues up 4.5%
Billy Atchison, left, a fire equipment supplier, stopped by to honor Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt, right, and present him a few tokens...
Foundry Farm dedicates new 80-bed dormitory named in memory of Thomas Anderson Black and...
Rain moved the dedication ceremony for Black-Sanders Hall inside but did not prevent a large crowd from attending. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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Cullman Regional Foundation honors Williamson, Warner at annual gala
Mrs. Judy Williamson received the 2018 H.C. Arnold Humanitarian Award at Saturday’s Cullman Regional Foundation Gala. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - The Cullman...
Go fly a kite! Welcome Baptist, Peggie Knop host annual kite-flying day
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage...
Go fly a kite! Welcome Baptist, Peggie Knop host annual kite-flying day
Children enjoyed Saturday's annual Kite Day in the community of Baileyton. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
BAILEYTON - Folks around the Baileyton area took advantage...
Special day for almost 200 athletes
Every competitor had a buddy to stay with them throughout the day. (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
CULLMAN - It was a beautiful sunny morning...
Topre, REHAU, Birmingham Fastener win state awards
Topre America receives the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Supplier of the Year award from Gov. Kay Ivey. (Photo courtesy Jamie Troutman/Cullman Economic Development Agency)
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County school board recognizes team achievements
Cold Springs FCCLA State STAR Event Gold and Silver winners with Cullman County School Board Superintendent Shane Barnette (W.C. Mann for The Tribune)
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Ribbon officially cut on Cullman’s Fire Station 3; Chief Reinhardt honored
Cullman City Councilman Andy Page, Cullman Fire Rescue Chief Edward Reinhardt and Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs share a laugh at Thursday’s ribbon cutting ceremony...
