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WSCC Health Science programs offering second opportunity to apply for fall...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Several Wallace State Community College Health Science programs are offering a second chance for students to apply for admission for the...
Cullman Chamber to host credit education Lunch & Learn with Listerhill...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce will host its next Lunch & Learn workshop, titled “Credit Education with Listerhill Credit Union”...
Ivey commends Wallace State as a Top 3 community college in...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commended Wallace State Community College and President Vicki Karolewics for the college’s outstanding accomplishments, including being named...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 20, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘I trust Him with every step of my journey’: Hanceville’s...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Hanceville's Callie Aker will be a junior this upcoming school year and is part of the majorette line in the band...
More than 120 student athletes earn place on ACCC Commissioner’s Honor...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College congratulates the student athletes and teams who were named to the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Commissioner’s...
Pet of the Week: Keep up with Lil Zip!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Lil Zip! This wonderful Corgi mix, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is approximately 1 year old and best...
Op-Ed: A new definition of college success at Wallace State Community...
On the heels of graduation season here in Alabama, and reflecting on more than 20 years after assuming the presidency of Wallace State Community...
Berlin Council talks farmers market expenses, road improvements
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates commenced the monthly session of the Berlin Town Council on Monday, June 16, 2025. The meeting opened with...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 19, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Teen killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman teenager was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 4:23 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, according to Alabama...
Cullman Swim Team earns hardware at Madison Medal Meet
MADISON, Ala. -- This past weekend the Cullman Swim team participated in the Madison Medal Meet where 1st-3rd places were awarded medals, 4th-8th places...
FAITH: ‘God will lead you exactly where you need to be’:...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Blakely Baggett will be a senior this upcoming school year, and in this interview, she discusses her faith,...
Gudger announces $100K in additional funding for Holly Pond High School
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, visited Holly Pond High School on Wednesday, June 18, to announce he...
‘It’s never too late to follow your dreams’
2025 Ms. Senior Cullman Angie Carter places 2nd in state competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - She’s the reigning Ms. Senior Cullman, and earlier this month, Angie...
Render Aid Alabama hosts 3rd annual Elder Abuse Awareness Event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama hosted its third annual Elder Abuse Awareness Event on June 13, at the Traditions Bank Event Building. Guests...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett announces re-election bid
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett has announced his re-election bid.
Below is Bartlett’s announcement.
Jerry Bartlett has officially announced his campaign for...
‘It’s very important to get involved in the community’: West Point’s...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Addy Guthrie just recently received her diploma and, in this interview, she talked about her time in...
Get involved: Cullman County Animal Shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter is expanding its community outreach to ensure the adoption of more animals. Over the past few...
Local businesses, residents preparing for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South returns this weekend. As the city prepares, many are filled with excitement. For some who live and work...
Wayne Walker qualifies to run for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wayne Walker recently announced he has qualified to run for Place 4 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Walker’s...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Hanceville will forever have a place in my heart’
Hanceville Elementary Principal Stacie Olinger retiring
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville Elementary School principal Stacie Olinger has decided to retire after six years at the school....
Alabama Rural Roadmap: Gudger outlines vision for rural development
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - During last week’s meeting of the Alabama Growth Alliance, a 15-member public/private partnership created by the Alabama Legislature and tasked with...
Free ‘Financial Planning for Farmers’ workshop set for June 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local beginner farmers and veterans interested in exploring future financial strategies for farming are invited to attend the upcoming “Military Veteran...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 16, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Pietri adds Toni West to Women’s Basketball staff
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Head coach Rick Pietri has added Toni West to Jacksonville State's women's basketball staff ahead of the 2025-26 season. West spent two seasons...
Spring into summer recipe guide
The smell of spring is in the air, and so is lingering aroma of your grill heating up! This spring and summer, change up your...
Cullman Swim Team defeats Arab on the road
ARAB, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team traveled to Arab for a meet last Thursday and returned home with a 444-193 win against the...
Business spotlight: The Sun Room Aesthetics & Wellness
Meet Emilee (Emi) Harbison, owner and operator of The Sun Room Aesthetics & Wellness.
Harbison is a 22-year-old Licensed Esthetician who just recently took the...
COLUMN: 50 years didn’t take as long as I thought
It happened 50 years ago, on Saturday, June 14, 1975. I remember that day so well that it almost seems like it was last...
FAITH: ‘Always stay true to God’: Cold Springs’ Cason Alexander reflects...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs' Cason Alexander will start his junior year of high school in August, and in this interview, he talked about...
Senior Spotlight: Living life to the fullest: Educator, dog trainer, mother
Trimble resident, longtime educator and dog trainer Paula Kretzschmar, 73, was born and raised in Cullman County. She spent most of her life in...
‘Always help those in need’: Fairview’s Shelby Stringer reflects on Aggie...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's Shelby Stringer collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite memories participating in...
FAITH: ‘God’s presence is a constant reminder that I’m never alone’:...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Madison Butts will be a junior in August, and in this interview, she discusses her faith, and how...
What’s your favorite memory with your father?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Father's Day is this Sunday, June 15. As the day approaches, many are taking time to reflect on the men who...
Files from Yesteryear: June 14, 1951
From the files of June 14, 1951
TEEN CHATTER
Seems lots of people have left for camp these days. Leaving Monday were: Barbara Cook, Bobby Bland,...
CHS Class of 1965 reunites for 60th anniversary celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman High School Class of 1965 celebrated its 60th anniversary on Thursday, June 12, at the All Steak Restaurant. The...
ALEA announces big changes for Alabama CDL holders
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Driver License Division is announced two major updates impacting Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders and...
Crocker, Gentry, Duncan speak about Rock the South safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South will take place next week in Cullman County, and local officials held a press conference at the Cullman...
Nighttime resurfacing of I-65 in Morgan County to start next week
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - A project to resurface the entirety of I-65 in Morgan County will begin the evening of Monday, June 16, weather permitting.
The...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 13, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Cullman High’s Nevaeh Green
Nevaeh Green is a senior at Cullman High School and the featured twirler in the Cullman Bearcat Marching Band. She began her twirling career...
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: Roger Pierce: A passion for preaching and teaching
Roger Pierce, known to most as Coach Pierce, has been an influential beacon in the community for years, serving as a teacher, preacher, coach,...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Death Valley Duel’ by Scott Graham
“Death Valley Duel” is the ninth novel in Scott Graham’s National Park Mystery Series. As an environmentalist and author, Graham has created a series of mystery...
McKinnon named Cold Springs Elementary School principal
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education at its June 12, 2025, meeting approved Dr. Shane Barnette's recommendation to hire Adam McKinnon...
Pet of the Week: Meet the regal Alannah
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alannah, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a gorgeous domestic long-hair Calico who is just waiting for you to...
Jason Willoughby announces Cullman City Council candidacy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local business owner Jason Willoughby has announced his candidacy for Cullman City Council Place 3.
Willoughby said love for his hometown is...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 12, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Gudger pledges support for Kelley Community Center repairs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Just three weeks after presenting a grant check for upgrades and cosmetic renovations to the Kelley Community Center, Senate President Pro...
FAITH: ‘Helping others come to know God is very important’: West...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point's Kealie Harbison is preparing for her senior year and in this interview, she discussed how her faith has...
COLUMN: The Class of 2037
It was a big day. Especially if you were one of the 150 or so 5-year-olds in color-coded T-shirts marching down the aisle of...
Half Shell Oyster House to open in Cullman June 25
CULLMAN, Ala. - Half Shell Oyster House will officially open in Cullman on Wednesday, June 25, at 417 Third Ave. SW, Suite 115, inside...
Pre-Father’s Day fun
CULLMAN, Ala. - Looking for a special way to celebrate the men in your life for Father’s Day? Check out one of these fun...
Curt’s Closet getting back-to-school ready
CULLMAN, Ala. - Although school just let out for summer vacation, back-to-school preparation is in full swing at local nonprofit Curt’s Closet.
Curt’s Closet serves...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SPORTS: ‘We were all just one big family’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Sage Nelson collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he shared some of his favorite memories...
FAITH: ‘I always hope to lead others to Jesus’: Holly Pond’s...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond's Ryli Norris will be a junior in August, and in this interview, she talked about the role that...
Rx for Summer Reading encourages children and families to unplug and...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Across 15 summers, Reach Out and Read-Alabama's summer reading campaign has featured a variety of beloved characters and stories, including a...
Whitlock’s General Store and Cafe: A Smith Lake staple
TRIMBLE, Ala. - Near Smith Lake, Whitlock’s General Store and Cafe is a community staple, offering everything from hardware and fishing supplies to delicious...
Education notes
CULLMAN, Ala. – Listed are educational achievements submitted by colleges and universities for area students.
Local student named to Abilene Christian University's spring 2025 Dean's...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Do the little things right’: Holly Pond’s Diego Arreguin...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond senior Diego Arreguin collected his diploma in May, and in this interview, he looked back at some of...
Youth Voices: Art with Eliana Hollis
Each generation brings new insight and creativity. It is essential to acknowledge and appreciate the significant contributions that young people are making to our...
Cullman County Schools bus damaged in weekend storm
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County Schools bus was damaged Saturday, June 7, when tree limbs fell during severe weather. The bus was set...
Weekend storms leave damage, outages in wake
CULLMAN, Ala. - Severe storms impacted Cullman County on Saturday, June 7, leaving significant damage and widespread power outages. High winds brought down trees...
Good Hope Council approves contract for city engineer
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope City Council held its first June meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a...
Local law enforcement gearing up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department are getting ready for this year’s Rock the South event, which is...
Cullman Swim Team earns win over Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team traveled to Albertville for its first road meet of the season on Thursday, June 5 and they...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 9, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5 – 8, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ =...
‘Health is wealth and movement is medicine’
The journey of Lauren Estes Fitness
“Health is wealth and movement is medicine!”
For Lauren Estes Bailey, owner of Lauren Estes Fitness, this isn’t just a...
Basketball Reimagined: 360 Hoops debuts in Alabama with NBA Coach Mike...
June 6, 2025, Cullman, ALABAMA – Today, 360 Hoops announced they have officially partnered with the Cullman Basketball Complex and Supreme Courts in Cullman...
6 ways to spring into your fitness goals for summer
Longer and warmer days are ahead as spring arrives in the South. There’s no better time to start or maintain an active lifestyle.
Please consult...
FAITH: ‘It’s the best decision you can make in life’: Fairview’s...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview's Camden Cullen will be a junior this upcoming school year, and in this interview, he talks about how big of...
COLUMN: Making memories for a lifetime
I have heard it said that real painters don’t need a drop cloth. One person who had told me that, later that same day...
Berlin VFD celebrating 50th anniversary with free community cookout June 14
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a community cookout on Saturday, June 14, from 4-7 p.m....
Several rounds of thunderstorms through Monday
Showers and thunderstorms will continue this morning south of a frontal boundary along I-59. Across south Alabama or south of a Livingston – Montgomery...
Files from Yesteryear: June 6, 1923
From the files of June 6, 1923
Bees and Butterflies
Victor Poust spent Monday in Birmingham.
Mrs. P. E. St. John spent Monday in Birmingham.
Mrs. George Fehler...
Two rounds of potential severe weather today into Sunday
A Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) with a large or several clusters of storms will move across the northern half of the state from late...
ALEA warns Alabamians of nationwide phishing scam impersonating ‘Alabama DMV’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is warning residents about a nationwide phishing scam that has recently targeted Alabamians with fraudulent...
PREP SOCCER: ‘Playing alongside my best friends is an experience like...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman senior Aubrey Hastings collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she reflected on some of her favorite soccer...
Agriplex event highlights Red Hill School House, history of Cullman County...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its monthly Heritage Skills series, the North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday, June 5, hosted an exhibit and presentation...
Cullman County EMA’s Brent McDonald talks tornado safety
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the ever-changing Alabama weather, residents must always be prepared for any eventuality. Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) EMA Specialist...
St. Bernard Prep announces academic leadership roles, new ACT prep for...
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Bernard Preparatory School President, Fr. Joel Martin, O.S.B., recently announced several key academic appointments and program enhancements as the school...
Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry announces candidacy for Alabama Public Service Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry on Friday, June 6, announced his candidacy for the Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC). Gentry told...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Free Family Movie Night in the Park June 20 in Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Families in Vinemont are invited to Family Movie Night in the Park on Friday, June 20, at the South Vinemont Walking...
Whitehead, Guthrie voted Baileyton Volunteer, Citizen of the Year
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway called the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council to order on June 2, with Councilman Benny Guthrie...
Fairview Town Council discusses trailer park demolition, Air Evac contract
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Mayor Keith Henry called the monthly meeting of the Fairview Town Council to order on Monday, June 2. Councilwoman Julie Grimes...
Pet of the Week: Lucy needs a home!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Lucy, a beautiful and sweet shepherd mixed with everything exceptional a dog could offer. Lucy is The Cullman Tribune Pet...
FAITH: ‘God is in control’: Good Hope’s Cammi Graves reflects on...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Cammi Graves feels so blessed to have God in her life, and He has helped her overcome...
Severe weather possible through at least Monday
Scattered to numerous thunderstorms will develop across much of state this afternoon with the highest concentration over the northern half of Alabama. A few...
Cullman County Schools announces Jennings, Strane as new principals
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette is recommending Jyme Jennings as the next principal of Good Hope High School and...
Caldwell announces candidacy for Cullman City Board of Education
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tyler Caldwell recently announced his candidacy for Place 1 on the Cullman City Board of Education.
Below is Caldwell’s announcement, unedited and...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Active pattern Friday into next week
Concerning Friday, it is still unclear whether scattered thunderstorms will develop across Alabama or a Mesoscale Convective System (MCS) with clusters or line of...
PREP SPORTS: ‘At Vinemont, we are all one family’: Vinemont’s Aubrey...
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior Aubrey Sandlin collected her diploma in May, and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite sports memories...
West Point scholars heading to quizbowl championship
WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point High School will compete in the Partnership for Academic Competition Excellence (PACE) National Scholastic Championship (NSC), June 7-8,...
