Tag: Lifestyle

CULLMAN, Ala. – 2nd Fridays was a celebration of America 250 on Friday, July 10 downtown. With 16 nonprofit sponsors, well over 50 vendors and 31 food trucks, festivalgoers had plenty to do. On the main stage were The Overtones, who...

From the files of July 11, 1940 Good Hope News Teams that played ball on the Fourth of July at Good Hope included Simcoe, Logan, Welti,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Community Theatre will stage its production of “My Fair Lady” in late August.   The production will be directed by Kristy McCrickard, who is also the co-choreographer.  The production...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman's Addison Vogelaar will be a senior next month, and God has been for her every step of the way. A...

From the files of July 4, 1946 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE Next Wednesday, the Cullman Chamber of Commerce will have a membership campaign here. Business...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Good Hope's Caroline Neighbors will be going into her junior year in August, and she has a very strong relationship with...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The 4th of July Jeep Invasion – America's Block Party will be held July 3-4 at JG's Campen Life RV Campground. Hosted...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As we approach the Fourth of July we often think of hotdogs, hamburgers, swimming, fireworks and anything red, white and blue. Though this year is special! Saturday, July 4,...

From the files of June 27, 1963 NEW PROSPECT NEWS By BOBBY JACKSON Mrs. Ila Casey and family of Garden City visited recently with her parents, Rev....

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - A young Fairview woman recently published her first book after years of working to finish it. Samantha Sprouse said “In the Spot Light Mysteries’ is a book...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Vinemont's Haley Millwood will officially be a junior in August, and God has been there for her every step of the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will host Summer Movies at Art Park (1031 Second St. SW) on Friday, June 26....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Fairview's Paisley Hopper will be a senior starting in August, and credits God as one of the main reasons she's the...

From the files of June 20, 1946 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE Cullman is expected to have a record breaking crowd attend the inauguration of James...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Hanceville rising junior Kynzlee Farr has God to thank for so many things that she has achieved in her life so...

From the files of June 13, 1912 HANCEVILLE ROUTE 3. Mrs. Roy Bogardens and children of Jasper are the guest of her mother-in-law, Mrs. J. B....

From the files of June 6, 1946 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE First hand news of home was received recently by Sgt. Lloyd L. McClendon, who...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Churches across Cullman County are holding Vacation Bible School programs, kick-off nights, Bible roundups, gospel meetings and other summer events for...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition that pays tribute to the work of impressionist...

From the files of May 30, 1929 Bees and Butterflies Elwin Kinney is home from Auburn. Louis Keller spent Sunday in Moulton. Bill Beller spent the first of...

St. Paul’s recently announced:   St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invites the community to join in giving thanks to God and honoring Deaconess Kate Phillips as she...

This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.     Gamer Geeks has become a local hotspot for tournaments and gatherings for all ages since it...

This feature originally ran in our Community Matters magazine in April.   Unsheltered International is a nonprofit organization that offers help and hope to the unsheltered...

St. Paul’s recently announced:  St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School welcomes Director of Parish Music Olivia Thoelke.  A recent graduate of Concordia University Irvine, Olivia has...

St. Paul’s recently announced:  St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Cullman will welcome Vicar Daniel Johnson and his wife, Cecily, to our church family through Concordia...

From the files of May 23, 1957 Buddy Poppy Parade To Be Saturday The annual Buddy Poppy Day parade, sponsored by the VFW post, will be...

From the files of May 16, 1946 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE (Personal note from Eagle Eye)—Last Wednesday was the first time for me to be...

This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Welcome to the second edition of the Community Matters Q&A series, highlighting local youth pastors...

This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Camp Cullman  Dates: June 1–July 31 (break June 29–July 3)  Time: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.  Location: OmniPlex (beside...

From the files of May 9, 1929 B & P W Club Notes The Business and Professional Women’s Club held its regular meeting by invitation of...

This summer needs flavor and it’s time to add a citrus twist to savory food!   You will need the following items:  Flour tortillas  Lemon  Canned pineapple   Pomegranate seeds   Mango habanero salsa   Lettuce   Jalapeños   Purple onion   Chicken breast  Lemon...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Local florist Floriography held a Build-Your-Own Bouquet event at Karma’s Coffee House on Saturday, May 2. Customers selected stems and created their own bouquets to take home.   Floriography Owner Anne...

WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point sophomore/upcoming junior cheerleader Emma Thrasher thanks God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday evening, May 2, visitors gathered at Sipsey Winery for a guided ghost walk that combined local history and hands-on activities along...

From the files of May 2, 1963 HANCEVILLE NEWS KATHLEEN MALLORY CIRCLE The Kathleen Mallory Circle met in the home of Mrs. J. J. Dunlap on Monday,...

From the files of April 25, 1940 Joppa News The order of the day around Joppa this week has been land preparation and planting. Mr. Waylon...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Friday, April 17, Wallace State Community College marked a special milestone as the annual Big Band Dance brought together current musicians and...

Pork Schnitzel with Strawberry Mustard Sauce  Yield: 2 servings  Ingredients  2 boneless pork cutlets, pounded thin  1/2 cup all-purpose flour  1 egg, beaten  1/2 cup breadcrumbs  Salt and black pepper, to taste  Vegetable...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman junior basketball player Kaylee Johnson is so blessed and grateful to have God in her life, and despite some challenges...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with its Spring Under the Stars and Stripes concert on Thursday,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mavens & Makers recently hosted a pretzel-making class, where instructor Anett Schlabach showed attendees how to make two kinds of pretzels: single servings and a larger braided style....

From the files of April 18, 1957 Concord News A number of people from this community went to the all day singing at Fairview Baptist Church...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre will present “Les Misérables: School Edition” Monday-Tuesday, April 20-21, and Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25, at 7 p.m., along...

CULLMAN, Ala - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, announced a $750,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to the City of Cullman to support the renovation of...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will host the annual Big Band Dance on Friday, April 17, at 7 p.m., in the Burrow Center for...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Tuesday announced that Alaina Riggs, a student from West Point High School, was named the “Best of...

With the 2025-2026 school year coming to a close, registration for next year is now open at Cullman Christian School. The school welcomes families to learn more about enrolling,...

From the files of April 11, 1946 To and Fro By EAGLE EYE “I’m a school boy, age nine. I’m interested in the Strawberry Festival parade and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart School at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church is sponsoring a fundraising walk from the church’s mission church, St. Boniface in...

There are many sweeteners available to us, but the most interesting and diverse is honey. Honey is a product of honey bees and the only insect-derived...

As spring heats up and gives way to summer, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.   Heat usually peaks between noon-3 p.m. so it's best...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Case Graham is a local musician with an excellent reputation for his guitar skills. His style is a combination of rock and metal mixed with groove funk, layered with heavy jazz...

What better way to spend spring days than to have quality time with your spouse or partner and your littles? The days grow longer and energize us as...

From the files of April 4, 1963 HANCEVILLE NEWS Rev. and Mrs. H. A. Harris and J. W. Davis spent the past Sunday in Mississippi visiting...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces a new exhibition featuring the work of the late Brother Jude Johnston.  Johnston was...

There is a free mobile app called AirScope that is available on IOS and Android. The app provides the user with insight on pollen levels and air quality....

Spring is here, and with the warm weather and spring blooms comes the urge to redecorate! Before you take everything from last season to the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman senior Thomas Norwood is very thankful to have a relationship with Jesus Christ, and that has helped him become the...

From the files of March 28, 1957 Back - a - Bit From the Tribune Files of 1917 & 1937 40 YEARS AGO Fred Hurston, manager of Southern...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre is preparing for its August production of “My Fair Lady” and has announced a full slate of audition dates for local performers...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cultivate is a new women’s outreach initiative that will hold its first monthly gathering at the Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church Youth House at 1310 St. Joseph Dr. NW on Thursday, March 26, at 11:30...

The first baby carrier I purchased was a likely 10-foot long heap of fabric. It was portrayed in every ad I’d seen to be “the best,” and I believed it. That...

Along Interstate 65 in Evergreen, Alabama, you will notice a 120-foot-tall cross. All crosses have a story and all long to be heard. There are likely many you see...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Singers invite the community to take a musical journey across the United States with “The Great American Road Trip,” presented March 27–29....

From the files of March 21, 1946 Hulaco News  Mrs. Verna Thrower is home after undergoing an operation at the Cullman Hospital and doing fine.  George Johnson, age...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s recent production of “Xanadu” brought to life a mix of exciting music, humor and nostalgia, making a unique addition to the college’s fine...

As spring break begins, travelers should prioritize safety, situational awareness and respect for the communities they visit. With families and students heading to beaches and popular...

CULLMAN, Ala. - An upcoming gallery event in Cullman will showcase artwork created by children in Africa while raising support for programs that provide education and resources to...

HARTSELLE, Ala. - Hartselle High School Theatre will present its spring production of “Big Fish: School Edition” April 7-12 at the Hartselle High School auditorium. The show is for...

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....

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

From the files of Feb. 28, 1952 South Walter News Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Burks of Cullman spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Guthrie...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - Surrounded by friends, family and members of the community she has called home for most of her life, Louise Carr...

Tucked away on 308 Second Ave. SE is a trove of unique, timeless pieces. When you first walk in you are greeted with a...

In April 2024, my husband and I discovered a dog sleeping under a tree at the end of our dirt road. There was a...

Do you want to go to the gym, but don't know where to start? You're in the right place! The gym is intimidating initially,...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Every other year, the Alabama State Council on the Arts shines a spotlight on exceptional Alabamians and their contributions to arts...

From the files of Feb. 21, 1924 Bees and Butterflies Asa Fuller spent Friday in Birmingham. Fred James spent Thursday in Birmingham. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Williams spent...

From the files of Feb. 14, 1946 TO AND FRO By EAGLE EYE Would you like to know exactly what Valentines were like 86 years ago? If...

There is a sense of pride when we gather and support local nonprofits. Knowing people can be so selfless as to devote their lives...

Looking for some unique ways to spend Valentine’s Day this year? Here are five date ideas for you and your partner that are low...

Looking for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day together without breaking the bank?   ​  Things to do  Have a game night with board games and card games you...

BREMEN, Ala. – On Feb. 8, 2026, World War II veteran Leldon P. Stricklin celebrated his 100th birthday at the Bremen Volunteer Fire Department,...

Before we know it, spring will be upon us. As the seasons change, our preferences also change. Spring is often associated with rebirth and...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Alumni Association said spots are still available for its 2026 Southern Coastal Charm Tour, a five-day...

From the files of Feb. 7, 1963 NEW PROSPECT NEWS Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Campbell and family of Birmingham visited his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charley...

Nothing beats a warm, hearty meal on a cold winter day. These easy recipes are comforting, filling, perfect for keeping cozy when temperatures drop...

One month into the new year doesn’t mean it’s time to stop making changes or forming goals. If you’re looking to improve your home...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Mountain Valley Arts Council volunteers have installed the 2026 exhibit of local artists’ artwork in Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth’s office suite...

VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont junior cheerleader/golfer Abby Lee credits God for the many blessings that He has brought into her life, and being raised...

Looking for fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved ones this year? You’re in luck! Cullman has a full list of events...

While the days are short and colder, there’s no better time to slow down and dive into a new book. Whether you’re drawn to...