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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Three of the six U.S. airmen killed in the crash of a KC-135 refueling aircraft in western Iraq had ties to...

Jim Stefkovich, meteorologist, Alabama Emergency Management Agency CLANTON, Ala. – Sunday, March 15, 2026, noon …Almost the entire state is now in an Enhanced Risk due...

CULLMAN, Ala. – With severe weather possible across north Alabama, residents are encouraged to know where their nearest storm shelter is before storms arrive. According...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The West Point High School JV Scholars’ Bowl team won the Alabama Scholastic Competition Association (ASCA) JV State Tournament March 6 at Wallace State Community College.   Coach Lee Henry said the great thing about winning...

If Murphy’s Law is, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong,” the Mechanical Law would be, “What can break down, will break down.”...

From the files of March 14, 1946 Eidson Chapel News Mrs. Ella Thomason celebrated her 59th birthday Sunday, March 10th. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs....

CULLMAN, Ala. — Residents across Cullman County and the Tennessee Valley could see several rounds of changing weather conditions over the next two days,...

BASEBALL Cold Springs 12, Brewer 3 - Batting: C. Perdue 1-3 (3B), 3 RBI - B. Chasteen 3-4 (2B), 2 RBI Pitching: C. Johnson 4.0...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Several local teams took part in the Cullman Classic on Saturday, and multiple squads, along with more than a handful of individuals,...

WEST  POINT, Ala. - Richard Barnett, a longtime member of the West Point community, is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2.  “I grew up on a...

CULLMAN, Ala.- The Alabama High School Athletic Association released updated classifications for winter sports, notably basketball, for 2026-28. Following suit with fall sports, the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Tulip Festival is officially open at Cullman’s 4D Farm. Months of planting and preparation went into the beautiful tulip fields...

WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point resident and Brandin’ Iron General Manager Josh Speakman is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2.  “My goal is fostering economic growth,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Easter Sunday is approaching! We are less than a month away from all the family fun and festivities. As you plan for...

BASEBALL Winston Co. 12, Addison 9 - Batting: S. Talley 1-3, 2 RBI - K. Lake 1-4 (HR), 2 RBI Pitching: T. Gaither 3.2 IP,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As we clean out garages and gather up old clothes and forgotten toys to donate during the process of spring cleaning, keep in mind...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was presented with a $5,000 grant from the TVA to support the school's Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)...

In honor of “Read Across America,” I would like to share my two cents on what it means to be a “reader.”  I didn’t always love to read....

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees gathered Saturday, March 7, at the Cullman VFW for the Cullman County Republican Party breakfast and to listen to two candidates running for statewide office.   Alabama Secretary of State candidate Caroleene Dobson...

BASEBALL Austin 13, Fairview 5 - Batting: C. Cullen 2-3, 2 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen 3.0 IP, 3 ER, 2 K Oakman 11, Holly Pond 0...

VINEMONT, Ala. - On Thursday evening the Vinemont Lady Eagles, riding a 6-0 start to the season, hosted county and area foe Hanceville, who...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Thursday, March 12, saw legendary head basketball coach Tim Willoughby retire after 23 years. He coached five different teams, finished with 371 wins...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Buddy is a Golden Retriever/Lab mix, approximately 2 years old, with a calm spirit that makes an immediate impression. He’s The Cullman...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Pink Moon - April 1, 2026   The Lenten Moon, Paschal Full Moon or the last Full Moon of winter. It has many names, but “pink” is not...

The closure of Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) left a significant void in West Birmingham. For decades, the 192-acre campus served as an educational and cultural hub. Its vacancy represented a loss of activity and uncertainty for the surrounding community and local economy.  The recent purchase of the campus by the United States...

Milkweed may have “weed” in the name, but it is an essential native wildflower. It can commonly be mistaken for a weed because it grows among them along roads, in pastures...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, March 9, meeting discussed tourism activities, infrastructure updates, a major award and hemp regulations....

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.  - Alabama Public Television recently announced the winners of its 2026 APT Young Heroes Scholarships. Among the three winners is Cullman High School Junior Grayson...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 9, was extremely brief.   The council heard from Kenneth Cornelius, Republican candidate for...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior basketball player Molly Wilson thanks God for helping her overcome some tough times in her life, and she wouldn't...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Prom season is upon us, and the experience continues to evolve as trends, technology and spending habits change over the years.   Sonya White, owner...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As winter turns to spring and temperatures begin to warm across north Alabama, residents enter a time of year marked by rapidly changing and...

LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School is preparing to host its annual Southern Beauty pageant, a tradition that has supported the school since 2007.   Pageant organizer Heather Lynn...

We can protect ourselves from colon cancer; a cancer that affects people of all genders, races, and backgrounds. The recent deaths of well-known actors...

Key Lime Pie, a local, genre-blending band known for its energetic performances and wide-ranging setlist, has recently announced it will begin auditions for a...

BASEBALL Hubbertville 3, Addison 2 - Batting: C. Speegle 2-3 (2B) Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER, K Homewood 12, Cullman 7 - Batting: J....

CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Lady Bearcats welcomed rival Jasper on Tuesday evening for their first area game of 2026, and sent the Vikings home...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging said the Crane Hill Senior Center held its annual community cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently, one of the first in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama...

BREMEN, Ala. - Cold Springs High School’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter had an outstanding showing at the FCCLA State...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Hanceville Bulldogs traveled to take on the Holly Pond Broncos in an area game on Monday afternoon. Holly Pond got out...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

GARDENDALE, Ala. – Josh Moody is the chief executive officer of Covenant Rescue Group. It is a nonprofit based out of Gardendale that fights...

Election season produces a familiar pattern.  Bold promises. Absolute declarations. Assurances that sweeping change will occur the moment one candidate takes office.  Then governance begins. And...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will host its annual career fair later this month, offering prospective employees the opportunity to meet with school...

DODGE CITY, Ala. – Cathie Hodges recently opened her coffee shop, Big Boom Coffee Company. The soft opening was March 4, and it will...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Bees appear to be social creatures, as they frequently congregate on flowers or nest in plain sight. At the Auburn...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in...

PELHAM, Ala. – The outdoors is calling — and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer.  Alabama State Parks has launched the new Junior Ranger Program, designed...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College said it is excited to announce the launch of Back on Track, an initiative to build pathways...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Roll into the disco era with Wallace State Community College’s Theatre program as it presents “Xanadu” March 13-15 at the Betty...

Seventy-two years ago, Capital Records released a recording of a young Andy Griffith. He recorded under the name Deacon Andy Griffith. Side A of...

From the files of March 7, 1940 To and Fro Robert A. Taft, United States Senator from Ohio, wrote the Festival Committee early this week that...

BOAZ, Ala. - After picking up a huge county win at home against West Point on Friday night, the Fairview Aggies hit the road for a...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- An improbable run by the Bearcats came to an end on Saturday. With the 6A State Championship on the line, Cullman faced...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library received a $4,000 Slice of Literacy Grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation to support local literacy...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.  The project includes widening to add...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new...

BASEBALL Addison 18, Meek 1 - Batting: T. Gathier 2-4, 3 RBI - C. Lane 2-4, 3 RBI Pitching: K. Lake 3.0 IP, 0 ER,...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- "Defense wins championships." It's an adage that dates back to the great Paul Bryant, and one that holds true today. The no....

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more....

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- While a bright future lays ahead, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles fell just short of glory in 2025-26. On Friday morning, Cold Springs...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Community members gathered Saturday, Feb. 28, at Cotton Creek for an evening of games, food and fundraising at Hope Horses’ annual...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Art Shop Around the Corner hosted a special art exhibition on Sunday, March 1, showcasing work from several local artists,...

BASEBALL Fairview 4, West Point 3 - Batting: L. Wright (Fair.) 0-2, Walk-off sacrifice fly) - D. Cleghorn (West.) 2-3, 1 RBI Pitching: C. Cullen...

CULLMAN, Ala. - After dropping their last game at Athens, the Cullman Lady Bearcats looked to bounce back at home against Brewer on Thursday afternoon. It...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, addressing several items related to town operations...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex said it is excited to host an expert panel of presenters on March 20, 2026, from 9...

CULLMAN, Ala. - FiFi is a 2-year-old Persian cat who brings elegance and affection together in one soft, fluffy package. She’s The Cullman Tribune...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System will have three book club meeting this month.    After Hours Book Club: March 6, 5:30 p.m.  The...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale will return Saturday, March 28, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at Cullman City Primary School took part in the school's annual Book Buddy Adoption, giving K-2 students a chance to make a...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Bearcats are riding their identity of 'CHAOS.' right back into the State Championship. On Wednesday morning, the Cullman Bearcats and Calera...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College Health Science programs are now accepting applications for fall 2026 admission. The college offers more than a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Since its founding in 1981, the Pilot Light Home has provided short- and long-term foster care placements for children through the...

BASEBALL Addison 8, Winston Co. 1 - Batting: K. Lake 2-4 2 RBI, S. Talley 2-4 Pitching: C. Thompson 3.2 IP, 0 ER, 5 K,...

A letter to the editor recently questioned Cullman Electric Cooperative’s motives behind our Community Cupboard initiative. While we welcome open dialogue, it’s important that...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- The Lady Raiders are State Championship-bound once again. Fourth-ranked Good Hope met a scrappy, physical ninth-ranked Montgomery Catholic team at Legacy Arena...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Lunch & Learn focused on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed...

TRIMBLE, Ala. - A new locally owned business in Trimble is offering customers a unique retail concept that blends a firearm store with a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools recently announced Amanda Bailey and Amber Jones as its January Employees of the Month.  Teacher of the Month: Amanda...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.- Cold Springs' Paige Adams won the 2008 State Championship as a player, and she'll get the chance to win one as a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

FAIRVIEW, Ala.- After the sudden resignation of legendary Fairview head coach George Redding on Feb. 20, the future of the program was up in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department last week, in conjunction with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker and Covenant Rescue Group, “conducted a...

As we enter spring and summer we prepare for the many festivals. The highlight of these events, among games and food, are the booths!...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System is seeking volunteers, saying they play a vital role in keeping local libraries running efficiently.   CCPLS...

In Alabama, spring can feel like a year-round delicacy since the state is known for its warmer climate. December through February are colder, though...

I walked about 75 yards from the visitor center, stepped to the railing, looked both ways and gawked.  I’m not a big gawker. In fact,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mrs. Alabama American 2025, Taylor Folks, will host a special reading event on Tuesday, March 3, at 10 a.m. at Karma’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as William L. Rhodes, 56. Troopers said...