Tag: Local
Northbrook Baptist Church hosting family movie night this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Northbrook Baptist Church (NBC) invites the community out to the ball field behind the church Friday evening for its free family...
4 Wallace State athletic programs named ACCC Academic Teams of the...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College
athletics had four programs named Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC)
Academic Teams of the Year for the 2019-2020 academic...
Celebrate Heritage Park this Thursday, June 18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism invites everyone to come to Heritage Park and enjoy the newly-renovated facilities Thursday, June 18....
Anonymous patriot promotes value of all people, respect for American flag
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday evening, The Tribune encountered a distinct-looking gentleman out for a walk in Cullman, dressed in a “sauna suit” in...
Chamber mourns passing of Jackie Moore
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday announced the passing of its Director of Finance & Administration, Jackie Moore, 64.
The...
4-year-old philanthropist donates piggy bank contents to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) administrative assistant Tonja Grace shared Sunday afternoon:
“Something happened this week that has been weighing on my...
Mopar lovin’: Annual car show brings more than 100 Mopars, others...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second Saturday of June marks an important occasion for car lovers in Cullman: the Pentastar South Car Club's annual Mopar (Chrysler-made...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point’s Cleghorn earns 2nd invitation to ALABCA All-Star...
WEST POINT, Ala. – For
the second straight season, West Point standout Aubry Cleghorn has earned an
invitation the annual Alabama Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Event....
Abandoned house burns near Hanceville High School
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Early Tuesday morning, Hanceville firefighters were called to a structure fire off Stadium Street near the Hanceville High School baseball field....
‘This is a blessing’: State of Alabama takes possession of Smith...
ARLEY, Ala. – State legislators and Winston County officials on Monday gathered next to Duncan Bridge in Arley, where Senate Majority Leader Greg Reed,...
Childhaven’s Dr. Jim Wright set to retire
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Childhaven Board of Directors and Executive Director Dr. Jim Wright have announced Wright’s plans to retire at the end of...
Smith Lake Park Public Boat Ramp to close June 18 for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division (WFF) on Sunday announced it will temporarily...
Saints Motorcycle Club visits Cullman’s Miracle League
CULLMAN, Ala. - Athletes from Cullman’s special needs Miracle League, along with their families, welcomed the Saints Motorcycle Club, cheered them on and thanked...
Mopars by the Lake this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second Saturday of June marks the Pentastar South Car Club's annual Mopar show. The show was previously held at the...
‘Don’t drink and drive’: Signs near grounds of Friday’s Alan Jackson...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just ahead of Friday’s Alan Jackson drive-in concert at the Rock the South (RTS) venue at the intersection of County Roads...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic earns 2020 Gold Rating from NAFC
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Good Samaritan Health Clinic earned a 2020 Gold Rating from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality...
San Diego Padres select Levi Thomas in 2020 MLB Draft
TROY, Ala. –
Junior Levi Thomas was selected by the San Diego Padres with the
109th pick in the fourth round of the 2020 MLB Draft, Thursday
evening. Thomas becomes the sixth Trojan...
Foundry Farm benefits from new hen house
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Most Cullmanites are familiar with The Foundry Thrift Store which sits along U.S. Highway 31 South. Some may not know...
Cullman Caring for Kids food pantry dangerously low on many staple...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) on Wednesday reported to The Tribune that its food pantry’s shelves are getting dangerously close to...
Blount County historical group says ‘No’ to proposed relocation of Birmingham...
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. - On Monday evening, a proposal that could have brought the Confederate Soldiers and Sailors Monument that was recently removed from Birmingham’s...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman’s Smith signs with Huntingdon
CULLMAN, Ala. – Former
Bearcat Houston Smith is the latest local standout to make his college decision
and he’ll be heading to Huntingdon to play for...
(Updated) Gudger, Shedd speak about need for red light at Hwy....
Updated 6-9-20 at 6:06 p.m. with a statement from ALDOT
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a fatal two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Alabama Highway 157...
Links for Literacy: Charity golf tournament raises funds for The Link...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County on Monday welcomed 25 teams of golfers, from old hands to first-timers, to Terri Pines Country...
Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail talks Confederate monuments
CULLMAN, Ala. - Protests and riots have been sweeping the nation in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis May 25....
UPDATED LIST: Commission on Aging senior food distribution
Updated 7-7-20 at 12:37 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is distributing food as part of the USDA’s Farm to Families...
PREP SPORTS: 4 local standouts earn “Terrific 20” honors
CULLMAN, Ala. – This
year has been an unusual one for spring sports and so far, awards season is no different.
Since there were so few...
(Updated) 1 dead, 2 injured in wreck at Hwy. 157/Hwy. 278
Updated 6-7-20 at 9:06 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person is dead and two injured in a wreck at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278...
Ride for Justice: Charity motorcycle ride June 20 to benefit Victim...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, June 20, Victim Services of Cullman will host the “Ride for Justice” to promote crime victims’ rights awareness. Riders...
Kickstands up! Miracle League invites athletes to cheer on charity motorcycle...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Miracle League for special needs athletes will get a visit at the Field of Miracles Saturday, June 13 from the...
‘Cat Man Do’ to the rescue!
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Friday afternoon, a long ordeal came to a joyful conclusion when Tiger the cat was rescued from the top of...
Saving Forgotten Warriors cuts ribbon on veterans transitional home in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Saving Forgotten Warriors (SFW) on Friday morning cut the ribbon on a house along Hopewell Street in Hanceville that will serve...
‘You’re saving lives’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual City of Cullman v. Cullman County blood drive took place Friday, with four LifeSouth bloodmobiles parked around town. In...
Access for all: Flourish of Cullman adds new accessibility ramp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman, a local service that works with State of Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services to help people with developmental disabilities...
Cruise-in this Saturday at Grave’s in West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - Grave’s General Store & Diner in West Point will host a cruise-in this Saturday night, June 6, beginning at 5...
3 CPD officers receive years of service pins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three officers of the Cullman Police Department were recognized Friday morning after putting together a combined 60 years of service within...
Business -almost- as usual
CULLMAN, Ala. - Many have noticed that downtown Cullman is taking on a vintage feel, with the appearance of a gravel road through the...
Cullman Connect: City of Cullman app launched
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new City of Cullman app, “Cullman Connect,” is now live. It's called “SeeClickFix” in the app stores.
The app will help...
Local business owners talk about protests, safety concerns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just after protests in Nashville and Birmingham over the death of George Floyd in Minnesota turned into violent riots, a group...
HAPPENING FRIDAY: Annual City, County blood drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every summer, LifeSouth hosts a friendly blood drive “competition” between the City of Cullman and Cullman County. This year’s drive is...
Meek High School’s Stuart Waldrep awarded Coaches’ Children Scholarship
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
–Ten Coaches’ Children Scholarship winners for the 2019-20 school year have
been selected by the Scholarship Committee of the Alabama High School Athletic
Directors &...
PREP FOOTBALL: Local teams kick off summer workouts
CULLMAN, Ala. – Its
been a long spring, and I think a lot of people are craving a return to the
normal day to day, but...
James Fields weighs in on Cullman protests
CULLMAN, Ala. - As anti-racism protests in Cullman’s Depot Park entered their third day Tuesday, former State Representative James Fields returned to meet for...
‘Cullman Strong’: Group prepares to defend homes, property amid rumors of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As a peaceful protest against racism and the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis was winding down at Cullman’s Depot Park...
PREP SPORTS: Senior Recognition held at St. Bernard
CULLMAN, Ala. -- For the first time in eight weeks,
Senior athletes gathered at St. Bernard on May 21 with their families to be
recognized for...
(Updated) Cullman demolition company helps dismantle Confederate monument in Birmingham
Updated 6-3-20 at 10:33 p.m. with a comment from Britt Demolition
CULLMAN, Ala. - As protests and riots sweep the nation in the aftermath of...
Make a splash! Spring Valley Beach Water Park now open
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Area summer favorite Spring Valley Beach Water Park opened for the season Saturday, with new rules in place due to COVID-19.
“Operational...
Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day: What to know about the job and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When the weather is hot and humid, we here in Alabama appreciate having a home or workplace full of cool dry air...
Protesters in Cullman demonstrate against racism; counterprotesters vow to protect property
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday afternoon, a group of young people who, at times, numbered around 25, came to Depot Park to protest racism...
Cullman man killed in I-65 wreck
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed Friday in a wreck on Interstate 65 in Limestone County. Alabama State Troopers identified the...
Coyotes in Cullman?
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune has received an increasing number of reports of coyotes spotted in and around the city limits of Cullman over...
Hanceville ‘breaks ground’ on new senior center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville celebrated the groundbreaking for the city’s new senior center Friday morning. The ceremony was held at the...
Second chance: The Link of Cullman County gears up for program...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the United States, almost 44% of people released from prison will be arrested again within one year, 68% within three...
COVID-19 patient leaves Cullman Regional after 52 days
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man who spent 52 days at Cullman Regional due to complications from COVID-19 on Friday was discharged. Staff lined the...
Bringing out the Best: Cullman Savings Bank donates $1K to Good...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Savings Bank (CSB) donated $1,000 to Good Samaritan Health Clinic Friday, as part of the institution’s Cullman Savings Bank Giving...
Longtime Cullman physician Phil Freeman passes away
CULLMAN, Ala. - Longtime Cullman physician Phil Freeman passed away Tuesday. Below is his full obituary:
Dr. Phillip Wood Freeman, 69, of Cullman, Alabama passed...
‘We are ready to see them and hug their necks’: Commission...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As many restrictions due to COVID-19 are being lifted in Alabama, none have yet been lifted for senior centers, which will...
Contest searches for Bama’s Best Pulled Pork
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the Alabama Pork Producers search for Bama’s Best Pulled Pork, the group has one question for the state’s residents —...
Plants for a purpose
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tuesday morning yielded a good time for Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) and the Cullman County Department...
Links for Literacy fundraising golf tournament is on!
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Alabama carefully reopens from the COVID-19 shutdown, golfers will have an opportunity to get outside for fresh air and fellowship,...
Holiday closings, sanitation schedules
City of Cullman and Cullman County offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
City of Cullman sanitation routes will run...
Cullman Library offering no-contact pick-up services
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System’s (CCPLS) main branch held a soft re-opening at the end of April and continues to...
United Way preparing for 2nd round of COVID-19 Community Relief Fund...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) held its virtual 2019-20 campaign celebration Wednesday, The Tribune got to sit down with...
St. Paul’s Alumni and Friends Dinner and School Auction rescheduled for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Paul’s Lutheran School Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction that was originally scheduled for April 18 at Terri...
Vinemont Middle School refinishes gym floor
VINEMONT, Ala. -
Vinemont Middle School just wrapped up a big project this week, repairing the
gym’s floor. Principal Johnny Whaley explained the whole process and...
Supporting local growers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The COVID-19 pandemic has had an economic impact on many industries this spring. Cullman’s Festhalle Farmers’ Market is open, supporting local...
History under our feet
CULLMAN, Ala. - A City of Cullman construction crew working on the improvement project on First Avenue Southeast uncovered a small patch of the...
Bringing out the Best: Rumors Deli feeds patients at Good Samaritan...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rumors Deli paid a flavorful visit to Good Samaritan Health Clinic Thursday, delivering 100 meals for the clinic staff to give...
AHSAA schools may begin summer activities June 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– Alabama High School Athletic Association member schools may re-open June 1,
in accordance with Alabama State Department of Education Superintendent Dr.
Eric Massey’s directive...
United Way of Cullman County celebrates 2019-20 campaign with online party
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) on Wednesday went online for a virtual celebration of its 2019-20 campaign. After a livestream...
PREP BASKETBALL: Tim Bellmon named Lady Bulldogs head coach
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After
spending last season as an assistant on the sidelines with the Lady Bulldogs,
former Wallace State assistant coach Tim Bellmon is taking...
Preserving history: Garden City Elementary School
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - The Alabama Legislature recently passed bills which would authorize the Town of Garden City to take ownership of the Garden...
‘Honk if you miss coming to the center’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The staff at Donald E. Green Active Adult Center wanted seniors to know just how much they are missed and Tuesday...
Honoring the fallen: Cullman VFW displays 328 crosses ahead of Memorial...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Around Memorial Day, drivers traveling along U.S. Highway 31 in north Cullman are greeted by a long line of flags placed...
CCSO pursuit ends in crash, injuries
Updated 5-20-20 4:27 p.m.
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A pursuit involving the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) Tuesday resulted in a crash with three reported...
Relay For Life struggles to meet goals in pandemic
CULLMAN, Ala. - With Relay For Life events canceled this spring due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Relay For Life of Cullman County went virtual...
PREP TENNIS: Cullman’s Standifer, Murphree earn spots on North All-Star roster,...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– North-South Girls’ and Boys’ Tennis All-Star Teams for the recently canceled
2020 AHSAA North-South All-Star Sports Week were announced Tuesday by Jamie
Lee, Director...
PREP GOLF: Fairview standouts Roberts, Lawson land on North All-Star Golf...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– North-South Girls’ and Boys’ Golf All-Star Teams for the 2020 AHSAA
North-South All-Star Sports Week were announced Monday by Jamie Lee, Director
of the...
AHSAA Summer Conference and Coaching School will be a Virtual Conference...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– Director Jamie Lee of the Alabama High School Athletic Directors and Coaches
Association (AHSADCA) announced Monday the Principals & Athletic
Directors Conference scheduled for...
Cullman VFW gearing up for Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2214, its Ladies’ Auxiliary and other volunteers on Monday placed 328 crosses...
Preserving history: Joppa School
JOPPA, Ala. – The Alabama Legislature recently passed bills authorizing the Joppa Historical Board to take ownership of the old Joppa School from the...
A colorful farewell
VINEMONT, Ala. - A parade was held at Vinemont Elementary School Friday afternoon, giving students and teachers and opportunity to say farewell. Faculty and...
Cullman Regional now offering COVID-19 antibody testing
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional announced this week that COVID-19 antibody testing is now available at the Cullman Regional Urgent Care Center, Cullman Regional...
Sports Column: ‘Best games I’ve ever covered’ vol. 2
CULLMAN, Ala. -- COVID-19
has forced the cancellation of spring sports and during this unprecedented
time, I’ve compiled a list of some of the best games...
Cullman Electric Co-op, TVA donate $30K to local agencies during COVID-19...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative is proud to announce it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award a total of $30,000...
Alabama’s Kolby Robinson selected to the CoSIDA Academic All-District IV Baseball...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama senior infielder Kolby Robinson was selected
to the CoSIDA Academic All-District IV Baseball Team, the organization
announced Thursday.
The CoSIDA Academic
All-America program recognizes...
‘It’s like a family project’: East Elementary updating playground
CULLMAN, Ala. – With on-campus instruction suspended for the rest of the academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some schools are taking advantage...
Bringing Out the Best: CATA Health Science staff ‘pops’ in on...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - On Wednesday afternoon, staff at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab received a special treat in the form of Frios pops and thank-you...
Sports Column: ‘The best games I’ve ever covered’ vol. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. -- COVID-19 has forced the cancellation of spring sports and during this unprecedented time, I’ve compiled a list of some of the...
Commission on Aging’s Jamie James retiring after 22 years
Cullman County Commission on Aging employee Jamie James is retiring after 22 years. James was recognized at Tuesday’s meeting of the Cullman County Commission.
Shown...
Cullman County native, Auburn University student lands Alabama Farmers Federation internship
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cullman County native and Auburn University senior Kaycee Wright is spending her summer educating students about the importance of agriculture as...
Cullman Farm-City Committee honored with 3 awards by Alabama Farmers Federation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Since 1955, Farm-City Committees around Alabama have worked to deepen the understanding of the relationship between rural farmers and urban workers....
Agriplex receives USDA grant benefiting local farmers, feeding agencies
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex recently announced it was awarded a United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farmers to Families Food Box...
‘She’s not alone’: Boss shaves head to support employee with cancer
CULLMAN, Ala. - A cancer diagnosis is an incredibly stressful ordeal, both for the patient and their family - treatments, work obligations, health complications and...
‘They’ve got to have something to do’: Smith Lake Park Campground...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Park Campground and other parks around the state of Alabama remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic. Parks, including campgrounds,...
CEDA website to support local businesses goes live
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two weeks ago, the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced it would be creating a website that would compile the operating...
Census Bureau to resume drop-off of 2020 Census packets at homes...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The U.S. Census Bureau on Wednesday reopened 2020 Census field offices in Alabama while continuing to follow all current health and...
AHSAA update regarding Safer at Home Order
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
-- Today, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that beginning Monday, May 11, 2020, the
COVID-19 Safer at Home Order will be amended by opening other...
Wallace State’s Cheerleaders hosting virtual tryouts for 2020-2021 season, submission deadline...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace
State’s Cheerleading tryouts for the 2020-2021 season will be submitted
virtually for the first time.
Video submissions should be sent to coach...
Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics awards diploma via FaceTime during...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. – Wallace State Community College hosted its first drive-thru graduation celebration on Thursday morning, recognizing its 2020 graduating class by distributing tassels...
AHSAA Central Board approves new spring sports alignments
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The
Alabama High School Athletic Association Central Board has approved spring
sports’ alignments for the upcoming 2020-21 and 2021-21 classification period.
The action was...
















































































































