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PREP FOOTBALL: No. 2 Addison stays rolling with a 60-7 win...
WATERLOO, Ala. - The Class 1A second-ranked Addison Bulldogs traveled to the far northwest corner of the state and took on the Waterloo Cougars...
PREP FOOTBALL: Herrera’s five touchdowns lead Vinemont to a 52-6 win...
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont hosted Hanceville to kick off region play on Friday night, and the Eagles came away with a 52-6 win behind...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman wins a 27-26 overtime thriller over Minor
CULLMAN, Ala. - On a hot and humid Friday night, the Cullman Bearcats played their first regional game of the season and played host to ...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope pulls away late for a 35-21 win...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - After collecting a 48-23 region win at Brewer last week, the Good Hope Raiders returned home to take on another...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hackleburg pulls away from Meek in the second half,...
HACKLEBURG, Ala. – Hackleburg scored 31 points after Meek put its first eight points on the board, and defeated the Tigers 37-16 in Friday night’s...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs’ offense has a day as the Eagles...
LOCUST FORK, Ala. - Cold Springs headed southeast to Locust Fork High on Friday night to play their first away game of 2026 after...
PREP SWIMMING: Bearcats sweep team titles at Cullman Sprint Invitational
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School swim teams turned in a dominant performance Thursday night, Sept. 3, with both the girls' and boys'...
Relay For Life of Cullman County invites community to ‘go gold’...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Relay For Life of Cullman County is inviting residents to “go gold” Thursday, Sept. 10, when every dollar raised through Relay...
Do you have a library card?
CULLMAN, Ala. – September is Library Card Sign-up Month for the Cullman County Public Library System. The CCPLS encourages residents to celebrate the month by signing up for a...
Baileyton’s inaugural Harvest at the Park to feature live music, car...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Town of Baileyton has announced the entertainment lineup and finalized schedule for its inaugural Harvest at the Park, a daylong fall festival planned for Saturday,...
COLLEGE GOLF: Massey ties for 10th, Wallace State finishes 11th at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - J.C. Massey finished inside the top 10 individually while Wallace State placed 11th in the Dan York Memorial Invitational at Terri...
COLLEGE SOCCER: Three first-half goals lift Wallace State past Southern Union...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State scored three times in the opening half and kept Southern Union off the scoreboard Tuesday to earn a 3-0...
Vinemont Town Council approves yearly budgets, bids to move forward with...
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council approved its proposed budgets for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and moved forward with several projects during its...
Cullman City Council approves transportation plans, fall events
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Aug. 31 meeting adopted two resolutions pertaining to transportation improvements.
Resolution No. 2026-140 outlines the city’s...
East Elementary launches innovative new book club program
CULLMAN, Ala. - East Elementary School in Cullman launched a brand-new reading initiative this year, with fifth-graders serving as the kick-off group for a...
COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL: Wallace State outlasts Gadsden State in five sets
GADSDEN, Ala. - Wallace State extended its winning streak to seven matches Wednesday, earning a hard-fought 3-2 road victory over Gadsden State.
The five-set victory...
$2K Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship applications open through Sept. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – Applications are currently being accepted through Sept. 15 for a $2,000 educational scholarship that will be awarded through the Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship Fund...
COLLEGE FLAG FOOTBALL: Wallace State posts two shutouts, improves to 4-0
PHENIX CITY, Ala. - Wallace State remained unbeaten Wednesday after shutting out Chattahoochee Valley and Enterprise State in a pair of decisive victories.
The Lions...
Cullman Community Theatre talks final showing of ‘My Fair Lady’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Community Theatre wrapped up the final two performances of “My Fair Lady” on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 at the Cullman High School...
ADMH urges Alabamians to strengthen connections during Suicide Prevention Month
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health and its statewide partners are observing National Suicide Prevention Month by encouraging Alabamians to strengthen personal connections, discuss...
JUNIOR HIGH FOOTBALL: Addison, Holly Pond earn Monday night victories
CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Hope and Holly Pond each posted shutout victories Monday night, while Vinemont returned from West End with a shutout win...
Pet of the Week: Randall brings ‘personality plus’
CULLMAN, Ala. – Meet Randall, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. Randall is a domestic longhair cat who is approximately 4 years old, but it...
New Lake Catoma courtesy dock gives anglers safer access
CULLMAN, Ala. – Anglers using Lake Catoma no longer have to pick their way across slick, uneven riprap to reach their boats following the...
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: Region play kicking off in week three; Holly...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Week three of the high school football season is bringing the start of region play, and some of the most exciting...
Hot and humid into this weekend
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the northern 2/3 of Alabama through Saturday evening and may be extended in later updates.
Although South Alabama...
Community Spotlight: Get to know Michael Sullins
Michael Sullins is a Cullman native who has a passion for history. His admiration for the community is deeply rooted by the arrival of...
East Cullman Baptist Church honors area first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. – East Cullman Baptist Church honored local emergency personnel Sunday, Aug. 30, during its annual First Responder Appreciation Service and Luncheon.
Representatives from emergency-response...
Wallace State seeks industry partners for 2026 Tools of the Trade career showcase
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College invites area businesses and industries to participate in the 2026 Tools of the Trade event on Oct. 27, 2026, from...
Now’s your chance to try speed skating
CULLMAN, Ala. - Shae Gentry, who owns Sportsworld Skate Center in Vinemont with his wife, Valerie, is introducing the community to a fast‑paced, highly...
EDITORIAL: Human suffering is not entertainment
There is a line between journalism and exploitation. It should not be difficult to find.
This weekend, a video appeared on social media showing a...
WALLACE STATE WOMEN’S SOCCER: Lady Lions earn historic first home victory,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s inaugural women’s soccer team made history Monday afternoon, defeating Southwest Mississippi Community College 1-0 in the program’s first home...
Fairview Senior Center hosts Car & Craft Show
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center hosted its first Car & Craft Show Aug. 29, at Randall Shedd Park. Senior Center Manager Angie Carter said they were excited about the turnout.
“We were very thankful...
Library hosts Community Plant Swap
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library hosted a Community Plant Swap on Saturday, Aug. 29.
Local Pre-K teacher Danielle Holder put the event idea together.
“We had 25 in attendance and it was a...
Inaugural Scarecrow Trail coming to Heritage Park in October
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Literacy Council is inviting local businesses, nonprofit organizations, clubs, churches, schools and individuals to showcase their creativity during Cullman’s inaugural Scarecrow Trail at...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 31, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Aug. 31, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Sportsworld, Tan Shack undergo facelifts with new owners
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two longtime local businesses – Sportsworld Skate Center and Tan Shack – have changed hands and undergone facelifts over the last nearly 18 months. Shae and Valerie Gentry, originally from Montgomery, relocated to Cullman many years...
Georgia man arrested after 130 mph pursuit through Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Georgia man was arrested early Saturday morning after allegedly fleeing Cullman police at speeds exceeding 130 mph, driving into oncoming...
LOCAL VOLLEYBALL: Holly Pond, Cold Springs seventh-graders, Fairview JV win tournament...
HOLLY POND, Ala. — Local volleyball teams collected three tournament championships and several strong finishes Saturday, with Holly Pond winning the second annual Monica...
Blount County Fair returns Sept. 15-19
CLEVELAND, Ala. – Families are invited to experience the sights, sounds and traditions of the fair when the Blount County Fair returns Sept. 15-19, 2026, bringing...
Tropical Activity In Gulf And Increasing Heat This Week
CLANTON – Monday, 7:00 am, August 31, 2026
An area of low pressure off the Louisiana coast will likely become a short-lived tropical depression or...
Next Miss Wallace State Interest Meeting will be Sept. 10
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The next Miss Wallace State Interest Meeting will be held at the Burrow Center Recital Hall located at 801 Main St. NW, Hanceville on Thursday, Sept. 10...
YOUTH FOOTBALL: Cullman, Fairview sweep week 2 matchups
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman and Fairview swept their respective opponents Saturday as week two of the 2026 local youth football season concluded with Fireplug,...
Hanceville Council accepts $15K cell tower extension, addresses former police equipment,...
Publisher’s note: This article has been updated to clarify the terms of the cell tower lease agreement. Mayor Nolan Bradford said the city will...
Camp Patriot Charity Gala set for Sept. 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Camp Patriot Charity Gala will be held Saturday, Sept. 19, at 5:30 p.m. at Cotton Creek. The event raises money for disabled Veterans. Crane Hill native Laura...
COLUMN: Everybody gets one
Now that I think about it, I suppose I’m a little like former President George W. Bush - though not because of his domestic or foreign...
Wallace State carries 26-game winning streak into 2026 season
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State flag football has yet to experience a loss.
As the Lady Lions prepare for the 2026 Alabama Community College Conference...
Files from Yesteryear: Aug. 29, 1957
From the files of Aug. 29, 1957
Sacred Heart Alumnae Hold Homecoming
Sacred Heart Alumnae from five states and one foreign country met for their homecoming...
COLUMN: I almost knew Elvis
This month we celebrated the life and remembered the death of one of the biggest names in the world of entertainment. Even though he...
Remembering Tabitha Franklin after 17 years
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tabitha Franklin’s friends and family gathered at Sportsman Lake Park on Saturday, Aug. 22, to remember the young woman who went...
Black Warrior Riverkeeper investigating another fish kill on Mulberry Fork
WAKLER COUNTY, Ala. – Another fish kill on the Mulberry Fork is being investigated by the nonprofit Black Warrior Riverkeeper.
In a Facebook post...
PREP CROSS-COUNTRY: Cullman girls place 2nd at Wildcat Invitational; local runners...
CULLMAN, Co. Ala. — Four Cullman-area programs competed across three cross-country meets Saturday, Aug. 29, with Cullman’s girls earning a runner-up finish at the...
Local Music Spotlight: The Chandler Brothers
Tim and Micah Chandler are from Bowling Green, Kentucky. The brothers developed an appreciation for music at an early age as their father was...
Deadline to enter Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant is Sept. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant will take place Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Fairview High School auditorium. The deadline to submit an application to enter is...
Cullman to launch optional $10 monthly curbside recycling service in 2027
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman will move to an optional residential curbside recycling program beginning Feb. 1, 2027, replacing its small blue bins...
Cullman Police Department outlines Beau’s Law requirements ahead of Oct. 1 start
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department is encouraging dog owners to review Alabama’s new care, shelter and tethering requirements for outdoor dogs before Beau’s Law takes effect Oct....
PREP FOOTBALL: Fast start lifts Fairview past Hayden; Hanceville, West Point...
CULLMAN CO., Ala. — Fairview opened a 16-point lead in the first quarter and held off Hayden 19-12 at home Friday night, while Hanceville...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs opens season with a 9-0 home win...
BREMEN, Ala. - The Cold Springs Eagles kicked off their 2026 season at home on Friday night, facing county foe Vinemont. While scoring was...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman hangs on to take down Hartselle, 14-9
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Bearcats were home Friday night hosting their long-time rival, the Hartselle Tigers. Similar to the week before, Cullman jumped out to an...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek holds off Winston County at home, 24-16
ARLEY, Ala. - After suffering a loss at Curry last week, the Meek Tigers returned home to take on the Winston County Yellow Jackets...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope gets in the win column with a...
SOMERVILLE, Ala. - The Good Hope Raiders made a trip northeast to take on the Brewer Patriots on Friday night, looking to bounce back...
PREP FOOTBALL: Addison heats up in the second half, takes down...
ADDISON, Ala. - The Class 1A third-ranked Addison Bulldogs (1-0) hosted the Lynn Bears in their home opener game at A.G. Hicks Stadium on...
Edgar Veigl named 2026 Cullman Oktoberfest Bürgermeister
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest has named Edgar Veigl its 2026 Bürgermeister. Veigl will serve as the festival's official ambassador during its four-day run...
Wallace State seeks employers for Jill of All Trades event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is seeking area employers to participate in an event designed to introduce young women to job opportunities in skilled trades.
The second...
Cullman Tree Commission looks ahead to park plantings, Festival of Trees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission is working on several projects that could shape how trees are planted, maintained and promoted around the city in the months ahead.
One...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Addison comes away with a commanding 3-0 win over...
ADDISON, Ala. - The defending state champs and top ranked 1A Addison Lady Bulldogs hosted their neighbors from across the lake, the 2A Winston...
County Parks and Rec gearing up for seasonal events
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation has a few events planned for the entire family, beginning with the 30th annual Sweet Tater Festival.
The Sweet Tater Festival will take place Sept....
Cullman Elks to honor Jonathan Nethery with inaugural Jonboy Smoke Off
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Elks Lodge will fire up the smokers Sunday, Oct. 4, for a new barbecue competition honoring the life of Jonathan...
Cullman City Schools named 2026 Alabama School Counseling Program of Distinction District
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named a 2026 Alabama School Counseling Program of Distinction District by the Alabama School Counselor Association (ALSCA), recognizing...
Cullman County Schools offering free parenting support program
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools is partnering with the Parent Project to offer Loving Solutions, a free program for parents and guardians of...
Prost to the Past! exhibit opens at Cullman County Museum Sept....
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Museum will debut a new fall exhibition Friday, Sept. 18, from 6-8 p.m. Prost to the Past! will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Week two preview; Cullman-Hartselle rivalry game the marquee matchup
CULLMAN, Ala. - Week one of the high school football season gave us thrillers like Fairview's comeback win at West Point and statement wins...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Remembering Roy Drinkard: Community members recall the man who helped shape...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Charles Hayes still has the $2 bill Roy Drinkard handed him at a Troy University football game.
“I met Mr Drinkard at a Troy football game and...
Community Plant Swap this Saturday at downtown library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library will host a Community Plant Swap on Saturday, Aug. 29, from noon-12:30 p.m. Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said the event was planned by a local individual, but...
Pet of the Week: Sassy is ready to cuddle
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sassy, a relaxed and affectionate Bombay/Manx cat, is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Approximately 4 years old, Sassy is a delightfully easygoing...
Photographer Spotlight: Sherry Brown
“I’ve always had a camera since I was a kid,” Sherry Brown stated in an interview with The Tribune.
She said her first camera was a 110 pocket film camera...
Fairview Senior Center hosting Car & Craft Show this Saturday, Aug....
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center is hosting its first Car & Craft Show this Saturday, Aug. 29, at from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at...
Gudger announces major investment in school transportation for Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Wednesday announced a major investment in rural Alabama schools following the Alabama Legislature’s full funding of...
Arrests and incidents reported Aug. 26, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman County Historical Society welcomes Anita Whitlock
CULLMAN, Ala. - President Beverly Wilkerson welcomed everyone to this month’s meeting of the Cullman County Historical Society at the North Alabama Agriplex. The...
First Source holding ‘Baby Bottle Boomerang’ donation drive
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – First Source for Women is a pregnancy resource center located at 203 Commercial Street NE, Hanceville. The nonprofit offers free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, counseling and pregnancy...
Cullman Regional awarded $3.8M for residency program with focused obstetrics track
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three Cullman County projects will receive a combined $4,226,240 through the first round of Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program grants announced...
Cullman man killed in Marshall County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. — A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:32 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, claimed the life of a Cullman man. Alabama State Troopers...
Periods of showers and thunderstorms through Friday
CLANTON, Ala. – Wednesday, 6:30 a.m., Aug. 26, 2026
Several upper-level disturbances will move across Alabama, producing periods of showers and thunderstorms through Friday, especially...
A glimpse into Cullman Oktoberfest and Burgermeister history
As fall approaches the city of Cullman, there are several things we know to expect for certain. You can always count on autumnal treats...
Falkville man charged in Duck River Boat Ramp vehicle break-ins
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Falkville man has been arrested and charged in connection with the break-ins and damage of three vehicles at the Duck...
Chamber sets calendar through May 2027
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce met recently set event dates through May 2027.
As events approach, check the Chamber’s website for more details.
August 2026
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Wallace State names Jammie Lett head coach of men’s golf
HANCEVILLE – Wallace State Community College has announced the hiring of Jammie Lett as the new head coach of the Lions' men's golf program,...
Arrests and incidents reported August 25, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State athletics announces agreement with Nike and BSN Sports
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College Athletics has announced a new agreement with NIKE and BSN SPORTS. The agreement establishes NIKE as the...
Fairview Lions Club Labor Day celebration returns Sept. 7
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – A longtime Labor Day tradition will return to Fairview on Monday, Sept. 7, when the Fairview Lions Club hosts its annual Labor...
Senior Day at Oktoberfest to bring contests, music and new traditions Oct. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County seniors are being encouraged to break out the dirndls, lederhosen and German-inspired attire as the Cullman County Commission on Aging prepares for...
What makes Baileyton home? Residents answer town’s call for stories
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Ask someone what makes a place home and the answer usually has very little to do with municipal boundaries.
In Baileyton, it might be family land...
The Willow Path preparing for annual fundraiser, Night in the French Quarter
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit The Willow Path (formerly Victim Services of Cullman) will host Night in the French Quarter on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 6-10 p.m. at the Cotton Creek...
Joppa Volunteer Fire Department pushes back against allegations members caused recent...
JOPPA, Ala. – Members of the Joppa Volunteer Fire Department are pushing back against allegations circulating in the community that members of the department...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: Cold Springs’ Miranda Dykes looks to help lead Lady...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cold Springs' Miranda Dykes is now a junior, and despite being a young team last year, the Lady Eagles constantly improved...
Arrests and incidents reported August 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Local Business Spotlight: Sister-in-Law Produce
Sister-in-Law Produce is a farmstand owned and operated by Lisa Anderson and her sister-in-law Cindy Brown. The duo offer standard produce such as tomatoes, peppers, squash, onions, potatoes, okra,...
A Few Strong to Severe Storms Possible This Week
CLANTON – Monday, 5:00 am, August 24, 2026
A Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) or cluster of storms is likely to form this morning in northern...
Roy Drinkard, Cullman icon and nation’s oldest living Marine, passes away...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Roy Henry Drinkard, the World War II veteran, businessman, developer and civic leader whose influence helped shape modern Cullman, passed away...














































































































