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From small-town roots to YouTube stardom: Brad Steele’s journey to the...
Brad Steele never set out to become a YouTube star. In fact, Steele would tell you that it was “almost by accident” that his...
Mavens & Makers open downtown
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local favorite Mavens & Makers, owned by Ashlea Chance, in June relocated to a more accessible location in downtown Cullman, bringing...
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...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a stated “significant move toward enhancing safety measures within Cullman City Schools,” a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CPD arrests Falkville man for theft
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Falkville man was arrested by the Cullman Police Department in connection to a theft reported at the Red Roof Inn...
‘Heartland Revival’: Quilters hold 2025 show
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Heartland Quilters Guild hosted its 2025 quilt show, the “Heartland Revival,” Aug. 1-2, at St. Andrew’s Global Methodist Church. The...
FAITH: ‘The harvest is ripe’
Bibles & Backpacks blesses hundreds ahead of school year
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, Aug. 2, Commissioned for Christ held its first-ever Bibles & Backpacks...
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...
Kenneth Cornelius announces candidacy for Cullman County revenue commissioner
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director, Hanceville City Councilman and local businessman Kenneth Cornelius has announced he will seek the Republican...
Crocker: Officer-involved shooting deemed justified
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker on Monday said he has determined an officer-involved shooting that took place July 19, 2025,...
Back-to-school tips for parents: From lunchboxes to letting go
Wrapping up summer fun and preparing to head back to school can cause stress for both students and parents. Find comfort by easing into...
Arrests and Incidents reported August 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported August 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Restaurant spotlight: Fan-favorite Mexican restaurant for more than 20 years
Los Cabos, a family owned and operated Mexican restaurant, has been serving up goodness in Cullman since opening in April 2003.
Manager Adam Flores’ family...
A day in the life: Officer Bill Pagan
Long before the first school bell of the day rings, Cullman Police Department School Resource Officer (SRO) Bill Pagan is already hard at work,...
Bigger, brighter and steeped in tradition
Oktoberfest returns to Cullman Oct. 2-4, 2025
With the clang of steins in the biergarten and the swirl of dancers in dirndls and lederhosen, Cullman’s...
Cullman County man charged with using cell phone to steal debit...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Christopher Michael Melvin, 45, of Vinemont, was arrested July 31, charged with one count of identity theft and two counts of...
Journey Church: You are never alone
Journey Church was originally known by a different name, but in September 2002, with the arrival of new leadership and a renewed vision, it...
‘Vinemont has been a very special place to me’: Shayla Colchado...
Vinemont senior Shayla Colchado earned her diploma in May and in this interview, she talked about her experience at school and what she’ll miss...
COLUMN: Milestone Birthdays
Everybody has a birthday and everybody has one every year. Well, except for those individuals who were born on Feb. 29. Recently, I think...
WSCC Dental Assisting program celebrates recent graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Dental Assisting program celebrated its latest graduates with a pinning ceremony held on Monday, July 28, at...
Editorial: PACs v. SIGs – What’s the difference and why it...
In today’s highly charged political landscape, the terms “political action committee” (PAC) and “special interest group” (SIG) are often used interchangeably; however, they are...
Welcome Homestead hosts fall gardening event
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Welcome Homestead in Baileyton hosted its most recent Women’s Homesteading Group event on Thursday, July 31, focused on fall gardening.
The group...
Files from Yesteryear: Aug. 2, 1962
From the files of Aug. 2, 1962
Parks Buzzing With Excitement
EAST SIDE PARK
The park has buzzed with excitement of the circus Friday at 2 p.m....
FAITH: ‘God works miracles’: Cold Springs’ Hollyn Bruer reflects on her...
Cold Springs High School’s Hollyn Bruer is preparing to start her junior year in August, and in this interview, she discussed her faith, her...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: July 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met July 28 to discuss personnel matters and action items before the start of the new...
FPLCC hosting Spooktacular Storybook 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Oct. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) is hosting the Spooktacular Storybook 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run on...
From practice fields to Friday nights: Area bands marching toward fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Band students all across Cullman County have been working hard from early mornings to late at night, marking drill sets, memorizing...
Cullman Christian School purchases Beech Ave. property
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School has officially purchased the Beech Avenue property it has called home since 2020. The school purchased the property...
BREAKING: Gudger files legislation to repeal resort development and annexation
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, has pre-filed legislation for the 2026 regular session that will repeal Senate Bill 322, block...
FAITH: ‘God doesn’t need you to be perfect’: Cold Springs’ Hayla...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' High School's Hayla Watson collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she discusses her relationship with God,...
Allen reminds Alabamians of absentee voting deadlines ahead of Aug. 26...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Sec. of State Wes Allen this week reminded Alabama voters that municipal absentee election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot...
Pet of the Week: Meet Tess, a true companion at heart
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tess is the perfect combination of all that is good and kind in the dog world. At approximately 4.5 to 5...
Wallace State experiences historic success with 4 first-year coaches leading the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College embraced a new era of leadership across its athletic programs, with four new head coaches stepping into...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 31, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 31, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘I would love for everyone to know Him’: Addison’s Mattie...
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison High School's Mattie Johnson will start her senior year in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, starting...
Gudger announces $750K in state grant funding for research and technology...
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...
Eliana Hollis creates East Elementary garden mural
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School graduate Eliana Hollis has created a vibrant mural for East Elementary School’s garden. For Hollis, the project was...
CCSO, CPD share school safety protocols
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recently, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department each had school resource officer (SRO) training programs, as well as...
Grow Hope: ‘A chance for us to dream even bigger”
Hope Horses holds Grow Hope Dinner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hope Horses, Inc. held its Grow Hope Dinner on July 24, at its facility. Local businesses,...
Victim Services in need of teen, shelter items
5th annual Masquerade Ball coming Sept. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services of Cullman offers a full range of no-cost services for survivors of domestic...
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...
‘Cherish all the memories with your friends’: Hanceville’s Jonathan Rodriguez reflects...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High's Jonathan Rodriguez collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he talked about some of his favorite memories...
Shirley Burden Public Library happenings
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville has had a full schedule throughout July, featuring fun activities for young readers, hosting...
Hawk Fest celebrates community, new gymnasium floor at Harmony
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School held its traditional Hawk Fest celebration on Saturday, July 26, giving the community a chance to come together before...
Editorial: Tribune debate series puts voters first
No candidate secured more than 50% of the vote in the State House District 12 Special Primary Election on July 15. That means Republicans...
‘It is a joy’
Red Barn Farm hosting Flower Fridays
CULLMAN, Ala. - Red Barn Farm, known for its homemade baked goods and fresh-picked flower bouquets, is hosting a...
Tradition! Cullman Community Theatre to present ‘Fiddler on the Roof in August
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman, that quaint but growing German colony in north Alabama, will take on a little more international flavor in the next...
Commissioned for Christ free ‘Bibles & Backpacks’ back-to-school outreach – Aug....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Commissioned for Christ will host its inaugural “Bibles & Backpacks” back-to-school outreach on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Teaching is such a blessing’: Pam Couch retiring after 45 years...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After working as a teacher for 45 years at three different schools, Pam Couch is calling it a career. Couch...
Cullman Swim Team places 2nd at ARPA State Championship
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team edged out Auburn by 57 points to secure second place out of 23 teams at last weekend's state swim meet held in Albertville....
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...
25 years of Rumors
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rumors Deli part of Hank's Sports Bar & Rumors Deli celebrated 25 years of business on Friday, July 25. While...
FAITH: ‘’No worldly desires will ever give you the peace that...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School's Colby Pike will start junior year in August, and in this interview, he discusses his relationship...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State teams, athletes recognized by NJCAA with All-Academic honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce that nine teams and more than 50 student athletes were recognized by the...
COLUMN: Back to Broadway
Excuse me, but did you ask me if I had ever been on Broadway? Well, yes, as a matter of fact I have. I...
COLUMN: The misadventures of Handyman
It all started with the best of intentions. My sister had a small, ornate, antique table with a broken leg, and since she knew...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Enjoy every moment and participate in everything’: Cullman’s Olivia...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman High School's Olivia Dover earned her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports...
Files from Yesteryear: July 26, 1934
From the files of July 26, 1934
WELCOME NEWS
Baileyton, R. 1, July 23—Mrs. G. M. Allbritten spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. Mark Allbritten.
Mrs. N....
OP-ED: Learning to live with full hands
Work. More work. Rinse and repeat.
Job No. 1. Job No. 2. Sometimes job No. 3. Loop.
Clean the yard. Clean the house. Spend time with...
PREP SPORTS: ‘I made some friendships that will last a lifetime’:...
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School's Jakob Salter collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he shares some of his...
Cullman City Schools construction progress update
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new school year is quickly approaching, and with it, major updates are happening for Cullman Middle School, Cullman High School...
Berlin: Clark, Stevenson join council; remaining seats certified
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates opened the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, July 21. The meeting commenced with an...
‘We’re helping kids walk into school confident and prepared’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently wrapped up its annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive, and Executive Director Stephanie...
City celebrates grand opening of OmniPlex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grand opening of the Cullman OmniPlex was held Friday, July 25, marking a significant milestone for local recreation, tourism and...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘It is never too late to give your life to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High School's Abigail Brady will start her junior year in August and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and...
‘Significant and historic improvements in public education’
CCBOE cuts ribbon, breaks ground on new additions at Hanceville, Good Hope
CULLMAN, Ala. – Thursday was a busy day for the Cullman County Board...
Cullman County PALS meet and discuss business
Updated July 26, 2025, at 12:08 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) met July 22, at Cullman County Economic...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Magpie
CULLMAN, Ala. – Say hello to Magpie, a 2-year-old Terrier mix whose calm spirit and social charm make her an ideal companion for just...
Anytime Fitness Cullman to celebrate 10-year anniversary with community block party...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With 10 years of success under its belt, Anytime Fitness Cullman is celebrating the major milestone with a party for the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Go Platinum Salon hosting 3rd annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Go Platinum Salon is once again giving back to local families with its third annual Back-to-School Free Haircut Day, set for...
Longtime partners: Extension, Agriplex strengthen ties for the future
CULLMAN, Ala. - For more than a decade, the Cullman County Extension Office and the North Alabama Agriplex have shared more than just a...
Cullman’s Lauren Hughes shines at Southeastern Championships
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. -- Lauren Hughes, a 10-year-old swimmer from Cullman and member of the Cullman Swim Association, delivered an outstanding performance at the Southeastern...
CCSO hosts SRO training
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is preparing for a new school year with intensive School Resource Officer (SRO) training the week...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 23, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 23, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State to host inaugural Lion Athletics Benefit Dinner on Aug....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is proud to announce the inaugural Wallace State Athletics Benefit Dinner, scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025....
FAITH: ‘Embrace your unique journey with Jesus’: Hanceville’s Brooke Brannan discusses...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville High School's Brooke Brannan is preparing to start her senior year in August and in this interview, she discussed her...
Wallace State earns reaccreditation from SACSCOC
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College recently announced the successful reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission...
Myrex and Hollingsworth officially headed to District 12 runoff Aug. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - Republicans Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth are officially headed for a runoff, as neither topped 50% of the vote in the...
Celebrate state’s farmers on Sweet Grown Alabama Day July 26
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Whether it is fruits, vegetables and honey or beef, pork and peanuts, Alabama’s farmers provide a bountiful amount of products...
Holly Pond happenings: Fire & Rescue Cadets fundraiser, Day in the...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – It’s all about first responders in Holly Pond right now, with the Holly Pond Fire & Rescue Cadets holding a...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 22, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 22, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
North sweeps Boys’ & Girls’ All-Star Week Cross Country competition at...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Defending Class 5A state girls’ cross country champion Rose Betts of Brewer High School crossed the finish line first in the 2025 North-South...
Hope Horses hosting inaugural ‘Grow Hope’ dinner July 24 to fund...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. will host its highly anticipated Grow Hope capital campaign dinner on Thursday, July 24, at 6...
Karma’s celebrating 10 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Karma's Coffee House is celebrating 10 years in business this month with a schedule full of exciting events and reflections on...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘It’s truly incredible to be surrounded by so many Godly...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Cheyenne Bishop will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talked about her faith,...
Auburn’s Faulk, Coleman lead 6 Tigers on Preseason All-SEC teams
AUBURN, Ala. – Receiver Cam Coleman and defensive lineman Keldric Faulk have been voted to the 2025 Preseason Media Days All-SEC First-Team, two of six Tigers earning recognition, the Southeastern...
Alabama players earn 11 spots on preseason All-SEC teams
ATLANTA – The University of Alabama football team earned 11 spots on the 2025 Preseason All-SEC Team, the league office announced Friday. In addition, the...
COLUMN: From dinosaurs to devils
Continued from www.cullmantribune.com/2025/07/14/column-we-made-it-to-north-dakota
We visited two dinosaur museums on our trip. My favorite was Montana’s Glendive Dinosaur and Fossil Museum, which presents the dinosaur from...
Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inducts 25th class
CULLMAN, Ala. – Stone Bridge Farms was packed with friends, family, former teammates and coaches, old rivals and more Saturday night to celebrate the...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘The House on Biscayne Bay’ by Chanel Cleeton
Chanel Cleeton is the author of several novels centered around the Hispanic culture. My favorites are “Next Year in Havana” and “The Last Train to...
Library board meeting notes: July 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met Friday, approving financial reports, discussing ongoing projects and recognizing the success of ongoing programs.
The...
Wallace State hosts CyberPatriot Camp to inspire future cybersecurity leaders
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Computer Science program recently introduced local students to the dynamic world of cybersecurity through an AFA CyberPatriot...
Files from Yesteryear: July 19, 1945
From the files of July 10, 1945
Etha News
The Rev. Roosevelt Pepper is supplying the pulpit at Shady Grove. Rev. C. E. Rush supplied his...






































































































