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CHS hires Legendary Coach Tammy West as Lady Bearcats basketball coach
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School has found its new Lady Bearcats basketball coach in Tammy West, a 2022 Cullman County Sports Hall of...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Schedule: WaLLi alumni trips
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Lifelong Learning Institute (WaLLi) is a program for those aged 50 and older. Said Program Coordinator LaDonna Allen,...
CHS Southerner Yearbook inducted into Walsworth’s Gallery of Excellence
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday was a special day for Cullman High School’s Southerner Yearbook staff. They learned recently that the 2025 yearbook was chosen...
Captivate Learning Center seeking students and educators
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local educator Lauren Rainwater opened the doors to Captivate Learning Center on Jan. 13, 2025, with the goal of changing the...
Man charged with attempted murder in Good Hope shooting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - On Sunday, March 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators arrested George Thomas Meadows, 80, of Cullman, in connection with the shooting...
CATA students participate in SkillsUSA North District Competition
Preston Hanners competed in the Job Skill Demonstration A. (Cullman County Schools)
Preston Hanners, a dedicated student at Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), recently competed in the...
Unspoken to bring night of worship to Bethany Baptist Church –...
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Bethany Baptist Church in Crane Hill is set to host an evening of worship and music with the popular Christian...
CCSO responds to shooting in Good Hope
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) responded to the report of a shooting in Good Hope on Sunday, March 9, at approximately 11:40 a.m.
Deputies...
Davis, Kimbril named February CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in...
Bill Smith Buick GMC presents Orchid Sponsorship to St. Bernard Prep...
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School this week extended its heartfelt gratitude to Bill Smith Buick GMC for its generous Orchid Sponsorship in...
Alabama teachers, state employees poised to gain paid parental leave
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A paid parental leave bill could mean significant changes for educators and state employees across Alabama. The Alabama K-12 Public School...
Wallace State cuts ribbon on new softball field
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College cut the ribbon Saturday on the new softball field at Bobby McCraken Stadium/Pete Harris Softball Field before...
Files from Yesteryear: March 8, 1917
From the files of March 8, 1917
250 CABBAGE PLANTS FREE
To get our new farm paper circulated in Cullman county we will send free, postpaid...
Cullman City Schools: 6th-graders to remain at West, East next school...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, March 7, announced an adjustment to its sixth- grade transition plan due to ongoing construction delays...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Young, Anderson receive ACCC Postseason Awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Two Wallace State basketball players earned postseason awards from the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) for Division I in a selection...
Incident in Walmart parking lot deemed misunderstanding; teen issues apology
CULLMAN, Ala. — An incident involving a juvenile in the south Cullman Walmart parking lot on Wednesday night has been determined to be a...
Special homecoming
Military dad surprises family at Harmony School event
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School was the scene of heartwarming homecoming on Wednesday, March 5. The school...
Wallace’s Big Three lead Lions to ACCC Championship Game
The top-seeded Wallace State men’s basketball team won a 2025 Alabama Community College Conference Championship semifinal game against Lawson State on Friday Night at...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats split doubleheader with Hoover
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field for a pair of varsity matchups against Hoover on Friday night. The...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Howard selected to lead Wallace State Flag Football
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has chosen Daniel Howard to coach women’s Flag Football, according to announcement today by President Vicki P....
Vinemont’s monthly senior lunch March 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont will host its annual senior event on Monday, March 17, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont...
From farm to freezer: Blue Ridge Cattle Co. to provide expert...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is offering a chance to learn directly from a livestock industry expert with its upcoming workshop, "Tips...
Cullman City Schools job fair set for March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cullman City Primary School.The district...
Pet of the Week: Mr. Hanover is ready to see you...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the respectable and dignified Mr. Hanover, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. He is a shepherd mix who is...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville falls to Susan Moore 6-2, Thursday scoring recap
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After collecting a dominant, 20-2 win at Fultondale earlier this week, the Hanceville Bulldogs were back home to take on Susan...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Baileyton Town Council approves new ordinances, discusses upcoming awards and senior...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on March 3, 2025. The meeting opened with an...
Fairview Town Council honors late fire chief Alan Miner
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman Julie...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Ribbon cutting for new softball field set for Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College will hold a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, March 8 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the beautiful, new synthetic...
OmniPlex gets alcohol license; mayor: kids’ events will be safe
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to approve a special events alcohol license for the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic...
Cullman No. 5 in Site Selection Magazine’ s Micropolitan Rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the 19th time in 23 years Cullman has earned a spot among the top micropolitan areas in the United States,...
Rainer: Alabama State Parks upgrades golf courses
Most people are aware of the stunning natural beauty, the hiking and biking trails and upgraded accommodations at the Alabama Department of Conservation and...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hartselle Theatre presents ‘Grease: School Version’ March 11-15
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Hartselle Theatre is set to bring the beloved musical "Grease" to life with a family friendly, school edition adaptation at Hartselle...
Get active this spring: Move Alabama happening through April 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman residents are invited to get moving this March and April with Move Alabama, a statewide community activity challenge designed to...
Commission meeting notes: Feb. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Feb. 24, held a special-called meeting.
Commissioners awarded bid No. 1484 for a new bucket truck for...
PREP BASEBALL: Vinemont tops Holly Pond 11-1, Lady Eagles collect 18-0...
VINEMONT, Ala. – After sweeping a doubleheader at Holly Pond on Monday, the Vinemont Eagles hosted a varsity matchup with the Broncos at Vinemont on Tuesday....
Strong, gusty winds followed by a line of Thunderstorms this evening
CLANTON – Strong and gusty winds have knocked down trees and power lines in parts of Central Alabama this afternoon. Winds will continue to...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams receive byes in ACCC...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s men’s and women’s basketball teams each received byes for the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) Division I...
Sweet! Students shine in FCCLA All-County Chocolate Cook-off
CULLMAN, Ala. - Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students from various city and county high schools met at Cotton Creek Venue...
Library After Hours Book Club info meeting set for March 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System will host an interest meeting for its new Library After Hours...
PREP SOFTBALL: Hanceville hammers Susan Moore 16-1
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville hosted Susan Moore for a varsity matchup Monday afternoon and the Bulldogs jumped out to an early lead and never looked...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope downs West Point on the road 7-1
WEST POINT, Ala. – Good Hope traveled to West Point for a varsity matchup with the Lady Warriors Monday night and after four scoreless...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Very windy Tuesday with severe weather Tuesday evening into early Wednesday
CLANTON – Winds on Tuesday morning will be on the increase and by afternoon frequent gusts from 25-35 mph will occur, with a few...
COLUMN: A cake fit for a king
What is as sweet as sugar, purple, gold and green all over and has a baby inside? A king cake! A king cake is...
Ivey appoints Cullman Regional CEO to Statewide Health Coordinating Council
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional CEO James Clements has been appointed by Gov. Kay Ivey to serve as a member of the Statewide Health...
Stony Lonesome adds obstacle course, will host RFC Spring Edition
BREMEN, Ala. - Cullman County’s Stony Lonesome OHV Park is unveiling a recently built obstacle course.
Park Manager Tyler Lindsey said the idea for the...
Wallace State CDL program hosting meet and greet sessions
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is hosting two informative events in Hanceville and Oneonta, offering prospective students the opportunity to meet with...
Adopt your new bestie at the Cullman County Animal Shelter!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter is working hard to give abandoned and injured animals a second chance. The shelter ensures all...
Rachael Stover named director of admissions at St. Bernard Preparatory School
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently announced the appointment of Rachael Stover as its new director of admissions.
A Birmingham resident, Stover, the...
TACOMARG coming to Cullman Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - A new restaurant - TACOMARG - is set to open in Cullman’s Warehouse District this month.
Owner/Operator Joel Sanchez said TACOMARG won’t just...
Col. Don Fallin announces candidacy for House District 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired U.S. Army Col. Don Fallin has announced his candidacy for House District 11. The seat is vacant now since former Rep....
‘It’s a great day to be a Lion’: Wallace State cuts...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Saturday was a special day at Wallace State’s James C. Bailey Stadium. Coaches, players, former players, administrators and more gathered to...
Files from Yesteryear: March 1, 1934
From the files of March 1, 1934
CLASSIFIED ADS
* ONE CENT A WORD ADS *
FOR SALE—Two registered Jersey Milch Cows. Cheap. O. B. Myrick, Cullman,...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison wins Winston County Tournament
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted this year’s Winston County Baseball Tournament Saturday night, and it went quite well for the hometown Bulldogs. Addison dominated...
History comes to life at East Elementary
CULLMAN, Ala. - The third-grade classes at East Elementary School brought history to life during the school’s fourth annual “Living History Museum” recently. A...
COLUMN: Honk if you lost a car
I own a red Chevrolet pick-up truck. When I bought it a few years ago, I decided that it would be a good idea...
Pet of the Week: Meet the sweet and loving Layla!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Layla, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a bully mix who is approximately 6-years-old. This sweet pup has medium...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Abigail McBride
St. Bernard Prep recognizes Abigail "Abby" McBride, who recently signed a volleyball scholarship to play for Bevill State College in Fayette, Alabama. McBride plans...
Local man convicted of felony attempting to elude
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man has been convicted of felony attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, according to a post on...
STATE TOURNAMENT: Good Hope falls to Trinity Presbyterian in 4A finals...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After grinding out a 38-30 win over St. Michael Catholic in the Class 4A Semifinals on Tuesday, Good Hope was back...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: Deacon Peter ‘Pete’ Nassetta retires
Deacon Pete Nassetta and his wife Sondra are pictured with Fr. Patrick Egan, OSB, Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church during a...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Softball ranked 11th in nation in Week 1 NJCAA...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College Softball team is ranked 11th in the nation in the 2025 National Junior College Division 1...
Looking for a beach getaway during spring break? Visit Alabama State...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Spring breakers often flock to beaches along the Alabama Gulf Coast in search of sand and sun, landing them on the sugar...
PREP BASEBALL: Graves’ walk-off lifts West Point over Good Hope; Thursday...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders traveled to West Point for a varsity matchup with the Warriors Thursday night and this county...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 27, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 27, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘We are never alone when we have God by our...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Karlie English feels blessed to have God in her life and in this interview, she shared some of her...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Lions Basketball clinches regular season title
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College men’s basketball team clinched the 2024-2025 Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) regular season title at home...
Strawberry farming insight: Free strawberry workshop set for March 4 at...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Strawberry producers, both seasoned and new, will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights at the upcoming Strawberry Production Meeting on...
What happened to the Hanceville Police Department?
What the record shows
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The city government and police department of Hanceville made national news recently, following the arrest of over half...
DOGE shutters Cullman County Social Security office
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the U.S. Social Security Administration office in Cullman County has been closed.
DOGE claims...
Wallace State to cut ribbon on new baseball field Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, March 1 to celebrate the beautiful, new synthetic turf baseball...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 26, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Opinion: Allen presses federal government to ‘cut red tape for small...
Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen recently signed a joint letter to President Donald Trump with 19 other conservative secretaries of state urging the...
Cullman City Schools, CPRST join forces for Summer STEM Camp
Notice from Cullman City Schools and Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism:
We are excited to invite K-8 students to our Summer STEM Camp, where...
WSCC: Medication Assistant Certification courses to be held in Oneonta
ONEONTA, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will offer Medication Assistant Certification (MAC) courses in Oneonta, with classes beginning March 17.
This short-term program will...
STATE TOURNAMENT: Defense leads Good Hope past St. Michael 38-30, Raiders...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders cruised past Dora and Deshler to win their second straight Northwest Regional title last week, but...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Ivey calls special election for Alabama House District 11
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday, Feb. 24, signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 11. This...
Smith Lake Zip Line Adventures kicks off season with free, family-friendly...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Zip Line Adventures is gearing up for an exciting new season and inviting the community to join in the...
Heath Allbright announces candidacy for House District 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – Heath Allbright has announced his candidacy for Alabama House District 11.
“With a deep commitment to community values, economic growth and improving...
Volunteers welcome at Shirley Burden Public Library
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Public Library, recently renamed the Shirley Burden Public Library, offers a volunteer program and recently shared one of its...
Bessemer man gets life in prison for Cullman County robbery
Updated Feb. 25, 2025, at 9:15 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, Mark Ples Jones, 50, of Bessemer pleaded...
Hanceville man sentenced to 7-plus years in prison for meth crime
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Hanceville man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for a methamphetamine crime, according to U.S. Attorney Prim...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
FAITH: ‘God is a 24-hour hotline’: West Point’s Hannah Veres discusses...
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Hannah Veres feels blessed to have God in her life and in this interview, she talked about...
Op-Ed: Addison makes football coaching change; Who will be next to...
ADDISON, Ala. – In today's world of instant gratification and what have you done for me lately, it begs the question, what does a...
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts to launch 12-week Performing Arts Camp...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts is introducing a new 12-week Performing Arts Camp, designed to help young performers develop their acting,...
COLUMN: The importance of reunions
How do you have a reunion with a group of people when you have never met most of them? You can do that when...
The Refuge Church of God Women’s Conference 2025 set for March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Refuge Church of God in Cullman will host its free Women’s Conference 2025, “Come Bloom with Us,” on Saturday, March...
Files from Yesteryear: Feb. 22, 1934
From the files of Feb. 22, 1934
WEST POINT PEOPLE BITTEN BY MAD DOG TAKING TREATMENT
A dog suffering from rabies went wild in the West...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point downs Cold Springs 11-1; Saturday scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point jumped out to an early lead in its opening at-bats. They had runners on second and third with...
Rainer: Wildlife Diversity Managers meet at picturesque Lake Guntersville State Park
When the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) staff scheduled AFWA’s annual Wildlife Diversity Program Managers Meeting at Lake Guntersville State Park, they...
Aderholt cosponsors bill requiring American-made flags
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Friday, Feb. 21, announced in a media release that he is “a proud cosponsor of legislation...
‘Wine people are happy people’
Sipsey Winery opening in Cullman March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sipsey Winery will open its Cullman location on Saturday, March 1, at 11 a.m. The...
