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CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman VFW on Aug. 8, hosted its third Back-to-School Bash. The VFW Auxiliary’s Gina Adams said that the event was for...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College celebrated the success of more than 120 nursing students during a pinning ceremony for the August 2026...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Aug. 10, approved several economic development items, including The Shoppes at Heritage Park, a new multiacre development planned for the corner...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Football season is officially back, and while fans will have to wait one more week for the regular season to kick...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission approved two economic development agreements, adopted several policies and handled a number of contracts, purchases and other items during its Aug. 11 meeting. The commission also...

Read part 1 at www.cullmantribune.com/2026/08/11/beneath-the-surface-part-1-adem-says-vista-lago-permit-is-first-direct-npdes-discharge-to-smith-lake.   CULLMAN, Ala. – Is Vista Lago really the first wastewater discharge permitted on Smith Lake?  ADEM’s answer is narrower than the shorthand often used in the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Socks, an approximately 2-year-old Beagle/Terrier mix, is The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.  Socks came to the shelter following a death in his family....

In order to keep your child safe you have to educate yourself on any and all threats. One thing that can be often overlooked is button batteries. Button batteries are disc-shaped batteries that gets their nickname from their resemblance to a...

CULLMAN, Ala.  – The Cullman County Democratic Executive Committee will meet Saturday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Colony Educational Complex for...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A recent business visit to the Cullman Area Technology Academy resulted in a new contract for the school and an opportunity...

Federal lawsuit claims Sheriff Matt Gentry falsely said he had a warrant before deputy’s phone was searched; filing also alleges retaliation and unpaid overtime CULLMAN,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A new Christian band has emerged in Cullman, one called "The Dwelling Company." The band is made up of six members:...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School Theatre Director Wayne Cook has been named 2026 Troupe Director of the Year by the Alabama Educational Theatre...

A Heat Advisory is in effect for north and most of central Alabama today, with afternoon Heat Index values from 101-107. Heat Advisories will...

August brings many new endeavors and excitement. School is back in session and balancing your schedule may seem more unobtainable than ever. While these adjustment periods...

EVA, Ala. – Visitors to West Family Farms in Eva can now walk through the farm’s flower field and cut their own seasonal bouquets during weekly U-pick...

Updated Aug. 11, 2026, at 8:40 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman and Cullman County have approved a performance-based incentive package for a...

Permit authorizes 60,000-GPD design flow of treated domestic wastewater; ADEM says no Smith Lake water-quality model currently exists CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Department of...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Fairview Aggies had another amazing season of football in 2025, going undefeated and making a deep run in the playoffs....

Financial operations and reporting  May and June financials - no anomalies   Closing with Alabama Credit Union by Oct. 1  Passed motion to pay bill for e-books and audiobooks of $2,000 and $4,000 for content credit  $23,702.50 from operating balance (Alabama Credit Union transfers) cashed out and awaiting investment decision; Board agreed to deposit into operations and trigger a special call when a 4% CD is identified  Board policy changes and state code compliance  APLS/state code changes required specific wording additions across policies to remain eligible for state aid;...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Blueberry Gal Boutique Owner Tina Weldon, a retired school teacher, hosted a grand opening Aug. 5.   Before the ribbon cutting, Weldon spoke with The Tribune, saying Blueberry Gal has been around...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recruits additional school resource officers, Sheriff-elect Chad Whaley says his long-term plans include placing additional SROs on high school campuses,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – More than 900 runners and walkers filled the streets around Cotton Creek Friday night for the inaugural Christina Chambers Twilight 5K, turning...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The 10th annual Harvest to Home Local Foods Dinner and Auctions, the North Alabama Agriplex’s signature fundraiser, will take place Thursday, Aug. 27, at The Venue at...

BREMEN, Ala. - Fueled by a 4-1 home record, the Cold Springs Eagles are coming off a 6-4 finish and close playoff miss in...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College Adult Education is partnering with area libraries to help families find free reading programs, educational activities and other community resources.  The...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program celebrated the success of its graduates in the Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) associate degree option during a pinning ceremony...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program celebrated the graduation more than two dozen students during a special pinning ceremony on Tuesday, Aug. 4.  “Today, the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The sixth annual John E. Hunt Memorial Golf Tournament will return to Cross Creek Golf Course on Saturday, Aug. 22, continuing a...

Blue Ridge Land Clearing is owned and operated by Dylan Gilbert, who is also the owner of Blue Ridge Cattle Company.   Gilbert was in the U.S Air Force. He attended Marion Military...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman is accepting applications for job coaches who will help individuals with differing abilities obtain, learn and maintain competitive employment within the community.  Full-time and part-time...

CULLMAN, Ala. – August marks the beginning of the fall vegetable gardening season across much of Alabama, even as summer temperatures continue.  According to the Alabama...

The games we played when I was growing up were quite different from those children play these days. For one thing, we usually played...

From the files of Aug. 8, 1957 To and Fro On August 3, 1937, C. Arnold and Son completed a change over to Cullman Power Board...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cajun cuisine, dueling pianos, auctions and the atmosphere of New Orleans will come together Thursday, Sept. 17, during The Willow Path’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County officials and employees have earned statewide recognition for the third consecutive year after completing a month of workplace safety...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Livestock producers, beginning farmers and others interested in improving cool-season grazing can participate in a free, two-part pasture management workshop this...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County 4-H has opened enrollment for its 2026-2027 club year, with activities planned in agriculture, cooking, wildlife, outdoor recreation, leadership and other areas.  The...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  The City of Cullman Planning Commission on Tuesday recommended zoning changes that would prohibit new detached single-family homes in R-4 residential districts and approved...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Council at its meeting on Monday, Aug. 3, discussed multiple park improvements and more.      Mayor Carla Hart announced that 16 new tables were ordered for the ballpark. The were slated...

Updated Aug. 8, 2026, at 11:50 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – Fairview High School student Jesslyn Wyatt is using her new state pageant title to support children...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) offered clarification regarding Alabama’s driver license eligibility requirements for students subject to school disciplinary actions. Section...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, Aug. 7, officially cut the ribbon and opened the new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)...

With hunting season approaching, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) encourages new hunters to complete their hunter education requirement early. Demand...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Lions Club member Riley Smith has received an International Leadership Medal recognizing his leadership and service within the Lions organization.  Smith was...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman will mark a decade of helping individuals with differing abilities pursue employment, independence and stronger connections within their community during the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Motorists traveling through southwest Cullman Friday evening should expect temporary road closures and delays as runners and walkers participate in the Christina Chambers...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope Raiders, led by head coach Alan Scott, rode a scorching hot offense to an 8-2 record and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A woman was arrested on a fentanyl trafficking charge after Cullman County sheriff’s deputies reported finding approximately 4 ounces of suspected...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Christina Chambers Twilight 5K will take place tomorrow night, Friday, Aug. 7, at 8 p.m. at Cotton Creek in Cullman.  Chambers,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School teacher and head girls’ basketball coach Paige Parker Adams pleaded guilty Thursday to two felony school employee sex...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Rural Transit System reported a 29% increase in ridership during July as its drivers traveled more than 46,000 miles connecting residents...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

ARLEY, Ala. - To say it’s been an impressive start to Daniel Evans’ career at Meek High school would be a disservice.  In three seasons,...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 4, approving several resolutions and moving forward with plans to expand the Vinemont...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Anna is an approximately 2-year-old Anatolian Shepherd mix with a gentle spirit, a happy heart and plenty of love to share. She’s The Cullman Tribune...

Alabama lawmakers have already decided that the online adult-content industry is profitable enough to tax.  Beginning Sept. 1, 2025, Alabama imposed a 10% tax on...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Three people have been arrested in connection with a violent home invasion and robbery that left a Cullman resident with serious...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council on Monday discussed plans for the town park, starting with the pickleball courts and lighting, then venturing...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Morgan County man was arrested Tuesday, Aug. 4, on 12 felony charges in connection with the theft of 10 cattle from...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College placed 76 student-athletes on the National Junior College Athletic Association’s 2025-26 All-Academic teams. The Lions had 24 student-athletes...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City School Board held a special-called meeting on July 30, approving the contract for Lacey K. H. Wood. Wood will serve...

CULLMAN, Ala. — Last month Visit Cullman was named 2026 Alabama Tourism Organization of the Year by the Alabama Department of Tourism.  Harmony Heard Steed, executive director of Visit Cullman, stated, “Being...

CULLMAN, Ala. — WildWater Cullman officially opened its new Paradise Lazy River Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the largest single expansion in the...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fourth annual Ballin Like A Bulldog Basketball Camp took place on July 23rd and 24th, and 160 kids attended the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools will welcome students Tuesday, Aug. 11, for the 2026-2027 school year.   Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff told The Tribune, "In all five of our schools, students and families can expect...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Willow Path, formerly known as Victim Services of Cullman, is celebrating 35 years of service. It has helped survivors of domestic violence and stood by them through the process...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On July 30, the community charity softball game at Champion Field at Ingle Park had one purpose: to give back.  And give back it did.  Hosted...

CULLMAN, Ala. - In year one under Trent Walker, the Cullman Bearcats suffered from a slow start that eventually cost the team a playoff...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently took absconded sex offender, James Jackson Pace, 65, into custody. The CCSO said it received an...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Their paths began at eight Cullman County high schools and led to state championships, collegiate national titles, coaching records and decades...

Hornworms are bright green and look similar to caterpillars, but are just hawk moth larvae. These seemingly innocent things are the biggest threat to your garden. (www.cullmantribune.com/2026/07/19/hornworms-masters-of-hide-and-seek)   “I use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt). This...

“Summerween” is an unofficial holiday celebrated during the summer. If you’ve made it past the Fourth of July, an excessive number of heat warnings and you’re ready for cooler weather...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library’s “seed library” is accepting fruit, vegetable, herb or flower seed donations from visitors.    Cullman County Public Library System Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore told The Tribune about...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Local artist and founder of Cayla Eclectic, Cayla Grace Murphy-Carnes, will host a Free Swap on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 2-4 p.m. at Straight To Ale Brewing Speakeasy Venue, 2610 Clinton Ave. W,...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College will host a special virtual presentation by Maggie Crosland, Ph.D., curator of European art at the Birmingham...

I learned to drive shortly after I learned to ride a bicycle.  Since I didn’t need a license to ride a bicycle, I figured...

From the files of Aug. 1, 1929 Cullman Country Club Staging Golf Tournament The members of the Cullman Golf and Country Club have a golf tournament...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Local and regional nonprofit organizations have until Monday, Aug. 3, to apply for an opportunity to share their missions with hundreds of...

Periods of showers and thunderstorms will occur across most of the state from early this morning through around midnight Sunday, with activity lingering in...

On July 29, there was the full moon, the Buck Moon – also known as: Thunder Moon, Salmon Moon and Hay Moon. The name...

BAILEYTON, Ala. – Baileyton hosted the National Gaited Horse Association (NGHA) Alabama State Horse Show on July 25, at Baileyton Park Arena. There were quite...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Good Samaritan Health Clinic will offer vision exams at reduced prices with Alabama Lions Sight on Aug. 26 and Sept. 30.  Community Engagement Coordinator Susan Crane said the Clinic is blessed with an incredibly supportive...

CULLMAN, Ala. - With the start of the 2026-2027 school year just around the corner, Cullman County Schools is preparing to welcome students back to the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – New businesses may appear to arrive quickly once construction begins, but Cullman Economic Development Agency Retail & Workforce Development Manager Susan Eller...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Assisting program celebrated the success of the Class of 2026 at a pinning ceremony on Monday, July 27.  “We wanted to...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Christian Lady Lions did some special things last season, as they went 11-15 and played in a Sub-Regional game...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Updated Aug. 1, 2026, at 8:28 a.m. Mr. Calvert was found alive and is safe early Saturday morning, according to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office....

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Police Department Sgt. Adam Walker has completed a three-part law enforcement leadership program and earned the FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Fire Department will host the fifth annual Day in the Park event on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 5-8 p.m. at Governors Park.    Fire Chief Mike...

HOLLY POND, Ala. -  In Will McDaniel’s third season at the helm, the Holly Pond Broncos are looking to take another step forward, get...