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    PREP FOOTBALL: West Point falls to West Morgan in region game,...

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    TRINITY, Ala. - After dropping their region opener last week at home against Priceville, the West Point Warriors looked to bounce back on the...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont falls to Oneonta on the road, 35-8

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    ONEONTA, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Oneonta to take on the Redskins in a region matchup. The Eagles put up a valiant effort, but...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs holds off Lamar County, 32-20

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    BREMEN, Ala. — Cold Springs built a 13-point halftime lead and held off Lamar County for a 32-20 home victory Friday. The Eagles opened a...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview falls to Guntersville in defensive battle, 7-3

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. — Fairview held Guntersville scoreless through halftime Friday, but a third-quarter touchdown gave the Wildcats a 7-3 road win over the Aggies.  Fairview...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond shuts out Hanceville, 50-0

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Holly Pond built a 28-0 halftime lead and held Hanceville scoreless Friday, Sept. 11, in a 50-0 victory reported by the...

    PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s 4th-quarter rally falls short against Mortimer Jordan, 35-23

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    CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman cut a fourth-quarter deficit to five points Friday, but Mortimer Jordan held off the Bearcats for a 35-23 road win. The...

    Redeeming Grace Church to host Golf Scramble fundraiser Oct. 24 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Redeeming Grace Church will host a golf scramble fundraiser in support of its youth group on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Cross Creek Golf Course...

    Cullman County Public Library Board meeting notes: Sept. 9 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board met on Sept. 9, 2026.   Donna Speaker donated $1,000 to the Cullman County Library out of gratitude. She said, “I wanted to show my appreciation to...

    A name on Panel S-24: Cullman remembers 9/11, 25 years later 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – On the south side of the National September 11 Memorial in New York City, the name Paul Talty is cut into Panel...

    ALEA Troopers investigate 6 traffic fatalities, 0 fatalities on the water...

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala.  – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) concluded its Labor Day safety enforcement period Monday, Sept. 7, following four days of increased...

    Pet of the Week: Eric packs plenty of personality into a...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Looking for a little dog with enough personality to fill an entire home? Meet Eric, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week.  Eric...

    Cullman Hope & Remembrance Suicide Awareness Walk set for Sept. 27 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Hope & Remembrance Suicide Awareness Walk will bring community members together Sunday, Sept. 27, to honor lives lost to suicide,...

    10th annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Festival set for Sept. 12-13

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The 10th annual Bernard Blues & BBQ Festival will take place this weekend, Sept. 12-13, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day,...

    The Link holding volunteer orientation Sept. 10 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County is holding a volunteer orientation on Thursday, Sept 10, at 5:30 p.m. in classroom No. 3 at 708 Ninth St. SE. The orientation...

    LIST: Upcoming fall events  

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    As summer nears its end fall festivals, charitable efforts and other events grow closer. There are so many that we have put together this event calendar...

    Judge denies dismissal of Harrison murder case and permits retrial

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Circuit Court Judge Emily N. Johnston denied Jamarion Allen Harrison’s request to dismiss his murder charge with prejudice Wednesday,...

    Bake for the crown: How to enter Cullman County Fair food...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair’s food competitions will again reward the county’s best bakers and home canners, but contestants should pay close attention...

    Shirley Burden Public Library celebrates Dolly Parton

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library in Hanceville held a Remembrance Tea Party on Sept. 5, honoring the life and legacy of the American singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, Dolly...

    Wallace State hosting best-selling author of ‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ Shelby Van...

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will welcome New York Times best-selling author Shelby Van Pelt on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 9:30 a.m. in...

    Fairview Lions Club holds annual Labor Day celebration

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    FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Lions Club hosted its annual  Labor Day celebration Monday at Randall Shedd Community Park. The yearly favorite event includes...

    Start with the stickers: How to enter 2026 Cullman County Fair...

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Before a photograph can earn Best of Show or a homegrown pumpkin can tip the scales, every Cullman County Fair entry begins...

    Smith Lake Park celebrates 30th annual Sweet Tater Festival 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The 30th annual Sweet Tater Festival took place Sunday and Monday, Sept. 6-7, at Smith Lake Park.    More than 100 vendors showcased arts and crafts and more, and there...

    Good Samaritan partners with Cullman FUMC to expand medical equipment access 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Good Samaritan Health Clinic is redirecting donations of gently used durable medical equipment to Cullman First United Methodist Church’s Medical Equipment Ministry...

    ‘Lights, Camera, Healthy Action!’ Local seniors enjoy health fair 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Local seniors got the chance to walk the red carpet and dress as their favorite Hollywood stars at this year's annual Senior Health Fair....

    Cullman County Fair Parade returns Sept. 26 

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    ULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Fair Parade will return to downtown Cullman Saturday, Sept. 26, continuing a community tradition documented in local records for...

    Truth in Nature Pro Rodeo benefit returns to Cullman Sept. 11-12

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    Updated Sept. 7, 2026, at 8:24 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – The fourth annual Truth in Nature Pro Rodeo will bring two nights of professional competition...

    Cullman High career tech cyber program shares vision for Community SOC program at...

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. — At the Aug. 25 Alabama Security Council Meeting hosted by the Alabama Office of Information Technology (OIT) in Montgomery, Cullman High School...

    Op-Ed: America needs food security, not foreign mystery meat 

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    When 300,000 tons of foreign beef has gotten the green light to flood American grocery stores, it’s not just a trade decision — it’s...

    The Bullpen offers year-round baseball, softball and athletic training for all 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - With Cullman becoming a hotspot for all things baseball and softball, more facilities and offerings are quickly becoming available for those looking to develop...

    COLLEGE SOCCER: Wallace State scores three unanswered, tops Calhoun 3-1

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State answered an early deficit with three unanswered first-half goals to defeat Calhoun 3-1 Saturday evening. Calhoun opened the scoring, but...

    PREP CROSS-COUNTRY: Swidecki leads Cold Springs at Memphis Twilight Classic

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    MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Reese Swidecki placed 17th Saturday to lead the Cold Springs girls to a 13th-place finish at the City Auto Memphis Twilight...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: West Point goes 1-3 at Labor Day Classic

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    FOLEY, Ala. – West Point earned a straight-set victory over Wetumpka and finished 1-3 against a strong field at the Labor Day Classic. The Lady...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Hanceville goes 4-0 at home invitational

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    HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville put together its best day of the young season Saturday, winning four consecutive matches at the Hanceville Invitational. The Lady Bulldogs...

    PREP VOLLEYBALL: Bartlett, Powell lead Addison to sweep of Cordova

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    CORDOVA, Ala. – Addison used big performances from Ava Bartlett and AnnaBeth Powell to sweep Cordova 3-0 Thursday night. The Lady Bulldogs took the opening...

    New podcast: Ready for Anything by Alabama EMA 

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has launched a podcast titled “Ready for Anything,” which focuses on “disaster scenarios specific to Alabama – some...

    City of Cullman announces 2 water/sewer/sanitation payment locations  

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – As of Sept. 1, there are two locations available to Cullman city residents to pay their water, sewer and sanitation bills.    Cullman City Hall  204 Second Ave. NE   Hours of operation are Monday through Friday,  from 7:30...

    Data center agenda item withdrawn from Planning Commission agenda 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Tuesday, Sept. 1, to address Ordinance No. 2026-42, which would prohibit the development and operation...

    Another hot and humid day with a few severe storms possible

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    A Heat Advisory is in effect for the northern 2/3 of Alabama through 8 pm today, with afternoon heat index values from 105-109.  The National Weather Service...

    COLUMN: A tale of 2 churches

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    Last Saturday, I spent the day in Pittsview, Alabama. That was the first time in my now somewhat-long life to visit the town. It...

    Files from Yesteryear: Sept. 5, 1912

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    From the files of Sept. 5, 1912 Locals and Personals Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy McEntire spent Friday at the Gap Hotel. Dr. Edgar Burns spent Monday in...

    Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest now open

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    MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is currently accepting entries for the 2027 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest. The...

    Mistrial declared in Harrison murder trial; defense asks court to bar...

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    Filing alleges prosecutors interfered with central defense witness; judge has not ruled on misconduct claims CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman County murder trial ended in...

    Cullman Electric Co-op collecting diapers, wipes for First Source for Women 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Electric Cooperative is asking its members and other residents to help provide two everyday necessities for local babies and their families.  The Cooperative’s Diapers...

    Kissel midway will be cashless at 2026 Cullman County Fair 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – Visitors planning to ride, play midway games or purchase food from Kissel Entertainment at the 2026 Cullman County Fair will need more than cash...

    How ‘Christmas in September’ became a reality; event set for Sept. 19-20 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - Can an idea mentioned in passing lead to something that helps others? For Dan and Vevyette Crane of Cullman, that is exactly what happened. Three...

    Sacred Heart German Dinner to kick off Oktoberfest Sept. 30 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. - To help kick off Oktoberfest, the Sacred Heart Altar Society is once again gearing up to offer their traditional German Dinner on Wednesday,...

    PREP FOOTBALL: No. 2 Addison stays rolling with a 60-7 win...

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    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...

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    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

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    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...

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    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,...

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    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...

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    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

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    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’...

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    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?  

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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...

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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 

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    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

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    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’  

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    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 

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    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

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    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’ 

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    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

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    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...

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    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

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    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  

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    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 

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    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 

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    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

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    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

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    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,...

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    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 

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    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 

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    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 

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    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

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    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 

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    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

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    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...

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    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  

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    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

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    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  

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    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

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    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,...

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    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 

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    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 

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    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...

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    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 

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    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

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    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 

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    CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman will move to an optional residential curbside recycling program beginning Feb. 1, 2027, replacing its small blue bins...