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4th annual Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race this Saturday, Nov. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – The fourth annual Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race will take place this Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on...
AMRV RC&D, Cullman County Legislative Delegation announce $104,859 in community grants
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Alabama’s Mountains, Rivers and Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council (AMRV RC&D), in partnership with the Cullman County Legislative Delegation, has announced $104,859 in...
Baileyton’s Harvest at the Park brings a Stars Hollow kind of...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Some towns hold festivals. Baileyton, it turns out, holds its people close.
On Saturday, Oct. 31, Baileyton Town Park filled with hay bales and painted pumpkins,...
Cullman gathers by candlelight for ‘An Evening with Poe’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The night came on, as November nights do, cold and early and quiet. Inside Jubilee Kitchen + Bar, the candles were...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 4, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman Today launches Grateful Giveaway countdown to Thanksgiving
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Today is counting down to Thanksgiving with its first Grateful Giveaway, and one lucky winner will take home a gift every...
Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 3, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Arrests and incidents reported Nov. 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Nov. 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Library Board approves budget, welcomes new member as ‘Every Chapter Matters’ campaign...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library Board of approved the library system’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27 at its Oct. 22 meeting, just days before...
Shelter from the storm, a home for seniors: Good Hope’s new Multiplex...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s newest building is doing double duty, keeping residents safe when severe weather rolls in and giving the city’s seniors...
Elks Lodge honors first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge hosted an awards banquet for Cullman County's first responders Oct. 28.
Elks Lodge President Gwen Parker said the event was extremely meaningful on...
Cullman leaf vacuum service begins Nov. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Sanitation Department will begin its annual leaf vacuum service Monday, Nov. 2, with crews aiming to complete three...
Final days to sign up for Parkside Outreach Program’s Christmas Coalition
BAILEYTON, Ala. – For some families, this Christmas may be a little harder than usual. The Parkside Outreach Program wants to help, but time...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman County Public Library invites writers of all ages to short...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every story starts with a blank page. This November, the Cullman County Public Library is inviting local writers to fill one.
In...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
300-plus turn out for library 5K; more than $15K raised
CULLMAN, Ala. – To support the Cullman County Public Library, more than 300 participants turned out for the Spooktacular Storybook 5K and 1-Mile Fun...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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$50K Lowe’s grant to bring outdoor play and reading space to...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Right now, it’s a quiet stretch of grass behind the Cullman County Public Library, shaded by trees just beginning to turn...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 27, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Halloween events from Oct. 27-31
Tuesday, Oct. 27
WildWater Trunk-or-Treat will feature treats, costume contests and music from 5-7 p.m. located at 1707 Main Ave SW.
Holly Pond High School will hold Broncos Trick-or-Treat at the...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 26, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Brooks’ Place receives huge blessing following canceled event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hot Rods and Harleys in Dodge City holds an annual car show each fall to raise money for Brooks’ Place in Cullman. This year’s event was scheduled for...
ACOTAR Star Light with Sips n Strokes Cullman Oct. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – Calling all fantasy readers! On Tuesday, Oct. 27, “A Court of Splintered Harmony” by Sarah J. Maas will be released. The book is the sixth in the...
16th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival set for Nov....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Historic downtown Hanceville will be filled with fall colors, handmade treasures and the smell of festival food next month as the...
Senior Day at the fair draws 500
CULLMAN, Ala. – Senior Day at the Cullman County Fair took place Wednesday, Oct. 21, bringing around 500 people aged 55 and older to enjoy...
Chamber, Athens State offer free cybersecurity lunch & learn for local businesses Oct....
CULLMAN, Ala. – One suspicious email or one weak password can be all it takes to put a business at risk. Local business owners and...
Velvet Page to host ACOTAR release party at Karma’s Coffee House
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Velvet Page will host an “A Court of Thorns and Roses” (ACOTAR) release party at Karma’s Coffee House on Tuesday, Oct. 27 from 6:30–8:30 a.m. to celebrate the release of...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Environmental deputy Ron Wood removes up to 35 tons of litter from Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Environmental Deputy Ron Wood collects an estimated 50,000 to 70,000 pounds of roadside litter each year as part of the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office’s...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 22, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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The Link and local partners hosting trunk or treat Oct. 23
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link Family Resource Center is joining with community partners to host a trunk or treat celebration on Friday, Oct. 23,...
West Point’s Isabella Jones crowned 2026 Miss Cullman County Fair’s Teen
CULLMAN, Ala. – The midway lights were glowing, the smell of funnel cakes drifted through the fairgrounds and inside the Coca-Cola Theater, every seat...
2026 Move Over MS Walk raises more than $22K
CULLMAN, Ala. - North Central Neurology Associates, in partnership with the Joanne P. LaGanke MS Center and MS Views and News, hosted the 2026...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 20, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Fire up your appetite: The Butcher’s Smoke & Flames BBQ Cookoff set for...
VINEMONT, Ala. – Pitmasters, barbecue lovers and families are invited to follow the smoke Saturday, Oct. 24, as The Butcher’s Smoke & Flames Barbecue Cookoff & Festival...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 19, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 19, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vendor spots available for Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show Nov....
VINEMONT, Ala. – This year's annual Vinemont Band Booster Winter Craft Show will take place Friday, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov....
Cullman Veterans Day Celebration returns Nov. 7 featuring former Army Black...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Cullman Veterans Day Celebration will return to Cullman Regional Airport Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by the Cullman Elks...
The Willow Path launches ‘Rocks of Solidarity’ for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mayor Woody Jacobs recently proclaimed October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Cullman. The Willow Path, a local nonprofit that helps survivors of domestic violence, recently launched “Rocks of...
Auditions Oct. 20, 22 for 2027 Bownes Memorial For Kids’ Sake Variety Show
CULLMAN, Ala. – Do you sing, dance, play an instrument or have another special talent? The Cullman Regional Foundation wants to see what you can...
‘Everyone belongs here’: Cullman Therapeutic Recreation Halloween Party set for Oct....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Halloween is even sweeter when everyone gets to be part of the fun, and that’s exactly the goal of the upcoming Cullman Therapeutic Recreation...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 16, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 16, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Senior Day at Cullman County Fair set for Oct. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seniors ages 55 and older will receive free admission to the Cullman County Fair from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, during the fair’s annual...
Columbus Day fun: Families pack 4D Farm for fall festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – With school out for Columbus Day and blue skies overhead, families from across the area spent Monday, Oct. 12, at 4D...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 15, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Curt’s Closet holding annual toy drive, looking for Christmas sponsors
CULLMAN, Ala. – With Christmas only two months away, local nonprofit Curt’s Closet is busy preparing to help local families. Curt’s Closet is holding its annual Curt’s Christmas toy drive through mid-November, aiming...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 14, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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CASA looking to add volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization is looking for volunteers to serve locally. Case Manager Alyson Miley said they are always looking to bring on...
Hope Horses hosts annual Grow Hope Dinner
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hope Horses hosted its second annual Grow Hope Dinner on Oct. 8. The nonprofit celebrated 10 years of service with a western theme, contests for best...
Little Pink Dress benefit raises more than $80K
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation’s Little Pink Dress benefit, held Oct. 6 at Stone Bridge Farms, raised more than $80,000...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 13, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Commission on Aging offers appointments for Medicare Open Enrollment
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County residents preparing to review their Medicare coverage can schedule counseling appointments with the Cullman County Commission on Aging ahead of...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 12, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman VFW invites students to compete for scholarships, essay awards
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County middle and high school students have until Oct. 31 to enter two Veterans of Foreign Wars essay competitions offering national...
Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force works to rebuild and raise awareness
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force is working to rebuild its membership and bring renewed attention to human trafficking in the...
Elysa Pierce crowned Miss Wallace State 2027; Auburn Burtis crowned Miss...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -Wallace State Community College crowned a new Miss Wallace State during an event that also marked the 50th anniversary of the scholarship...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 8, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 8, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman Oktoberfest sees record attendance
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest, which spanned four days this year, saw a record 75,000 attendees, according to organizers.
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan...
Holly Pond High Homecoming Parade and Friday fun
HOLLY POND, Ala. – On Thursday, Oct. 8, Holly Pond High School’s annual Homecoming Parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. Parade participants are advised to arrive at 4:30 and...
Muddy Misfits, Goat Island hosting Off-Road Candy Crawl Trunk or Treat...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Muddy Misfits and Goat Island Brewing will host the Off-Road Candy Crawl Trunk or Treat on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 2-4 p.m. at the brewery. The event...
Good Hope cheerleaders to host free pumpkin painting, hayrides at Gibbs Garden Center...
CULLMAN, Ala. – For the third year, the Good Hope High School varsity cheerleaders will host an afternoon of free pumpkin painting and hayrides at...
Render Aid hosting 4th annual Boo Festival Oct. 24 in Fairview
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Render Aid Alabama will host its fourth annual Boo Festival on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 4-8 p.m. at Randall Shedd Community Park in Fairview. Founder Candi Jones said the event is free, and...
9th annual CPD Trunk or Treat set for Oct. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department will host its ninth annual Trunk or Treat in the CPD parking lot on Friday, Oct. 30,...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 6, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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3rd annual Spooktacular Storybook 5K coming Oct. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) will host the third annual Spooktacular Storybook 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run Saturday, Oct. 24, at 8 a.m. beginning at the Cullman County...
Dachshunds dash for glory at Cullman Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. – Some of Cullman Oktoberfest’s fastest, lowest-to-the-ground competitors took the track Saturday, Oct. 3, as the annual Wiener Dog Races drew a packed...
Blountsville woman killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Blountsville woman was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:14 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, in Cullman County....
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 5, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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St. Paul’s brings 1870s German worship back to life with Gottesdienst
CULLMAN, Ala. – St. Paul’s Lutheran Church invited the community to step back in time Tuesday evening, Sept. 29, for a Gottesdienst, a worship...
Centuries-old Latin choral books on display at St. Bernard for Oktoberfest
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two handwritten Latin choral books, one of them repaired with a scrap of parchment more than 700 years old, are on...
Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant introduces contestants ahead of Nov. 7...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Eight women have been introduced as contestants for Ms. Senior Cullman County. Organizers are preparing for the pageant, which will take place Saturday, Nov. 7, at...
Sacred Heart Altar Society serves annual German Dinner
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Wednesday, Sept. 30, the Sacred Heart Altar Society served a traditional German dinner in the church’s Family Life Center.
Altar Society member Pat Arentz told The Tribune,...
Senior Day brings music, dancing and a new Miss Senior Oktoberfest to Depot...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Day two of Cullman Oktoberfest belonged to the community’s seniors, as Senior Day filled the Community Biergarten at Depot Park with music,...
Southern Ghost Girls holding ghost walk on Saturday, Oct. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, Oct. 3, Southern Ghost Girls Tours & Investigations will return to Cullman’s Warehouse District for a candlelit twilight walking tour and paranormal history...
Oktoberfest Walking Tours continue this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of the Cullman Oktoberfest’s many traditions is growing along with the festival. Former Burgermeister Michael Sullins is leading a newly...
Ribbon cutting, keg tapping, more kick off Cullman Oktoberfest 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Oktoberfest 2026 is officially underway. A ribbon cutting at the festival gates and an evening of opening ceremonies took place...
Cullman woman dies after being struck by vehicles on Hwy. 31...
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman died Thursday night, Oct. 1, after being struck by two vehicles on U.S. Highway 31.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 2, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman County Ducks Unlimited annual banquet set for Oct. 15 at The Venue at Cotton...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hunters, outdoor enthusiasts and families are invited to a night of food, raffles and auctions when the Cullman County chapter of Ducks Unlimited hosts its annual banquet Thursday,...
(Updated) Cullman woman killed in Hwy. 69/CR 747 multivehicle crash Thursday...
Updated Oct. 2, 2026, at 9:49 a.m.
SIMCOE, Ala. - A Cullman woman was killed in a multivehicle wreck that happened Thursday afternoon at approximately...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 1, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Oct. 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 30, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman County EMA highlights storm shelter tax credit, year-end application deadline
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County residents who install a qualifying storm shelter this year could receive an Alabama income tax credit of up to $3,000, but waiting...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 29, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Cullman County Schools’ free Parent and Student Expo tonight at Temple...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Schools will host a free Parent and Student Expo tonight, Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Temple Baptist Church, 30 County Road 1184, Cullman.
The event will focus on “online safety, the hidden dangers...
2026 PEAK Awards: Ave Maria Grotto recognized as Attraction of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. — At the 2026 PEAK Awards, held Sept. 24, in Decatur, Cullman’s Ave Maria Grotto was named 2026 Attraction of the Year. Presented by the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist...
Firehouse Subs to host free Touch the Truck event Oct. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – Firehouse Subs in Cullman will host a free Touch the Truck event Saturday, Oct. 10, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., featuring first responders and...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 28, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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ZincFast preparing Hanceville plant expansion following tax abatement
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – ZincFast is preparing an expansion of its Hanceville galvanizing operation following approval of a tax abatement by the Hanceville City Council.
The council approved the...
‘Where neighbors become family: The Link joins Alabama Network of Family...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County celebrated its accreditation and membership in the Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers on Friday, Sept....
‘Once you’re a Burgermeister, you’re always a Burgermeister’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 2026 Burgermeister Ball took place Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Abbey Byre Venue at St. Bernard. It was a celebration of Cullman’s German heritage, with...
Best-selling author Shelby Van Pelt visits Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Best-selling author Shelby Van Pelt visited Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Sept. 24. Earlier this year her debut novel, “Remarkably Bright Creatures” was adapted into...
Fall at 4D Farm kicks off this weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. - 4D Farm opens for the fall 2026 season on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 10 a.m. Fall at 4D Farm will run...
Willow Path hosts ‘A Night in New Orleans’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Willow Path hosted its annual fundraiser, themed, “A Night in the French Quarter” on Sept. 17, at Cotton Creek.
Executive Director...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 25, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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BBB Fraud Summit teaches Cullman County seniors to spot warning signs
CULLMAN, Ala. – Scams are changing fast, but the warning signs are not. That was the message Wednesday, Sept. 23, as the Better Business Bureau of...
Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 24, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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Arrests and incidents reported Sept. 23, 2026
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Sept. 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
2026 Move Over MS Walk set for Oct. 17; Register for free
CULLMAN, Ala. – North Central Neurology Associates, in partnership with the Joanne P. LaGanke MS Center and MS Views and News, will host the 2026 Move...























































































