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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Good Hope pageants March 8
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope High School will hold its Fair Queen Representative Pageant on Saturday, March 8, beginning at 3 p.m. followed...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Elle Tillitski
As she prepares to graduate from St. Bernard Preparatory School, Elle Tillitski reflects on a high school experience filled with adventure, academic achievement and...
St. Paul’s Benefit Dinner & Auction to honor longtime church secretary...
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School will host its annual Benefit Dinner & Auction on Saturday, March 1, at 5 p.m....
Cullman Eagle Forum hosting human trafficking discussion Feb. 24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Eagle Forum is hosting an event with the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force Monday, Feb. 24, at 6...
Jordan’s Junk Drawer aims to collect sensory items
CULLMAN, Ala. - Jordan's Junk Drawer is a fundraising drive to collect sensory items for those of all ages who are in need. It...
Cullman City School Board meeting notes: February
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Feb. 18, the Cullman City School Board recognized multiple individuals and groups for their accomplishments.
Cynthia Parker,...
Tucker Gambrill of Cullman selected as Culverhouse Ambassador at The University...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The Culverhouse Ambassadors are the official student representatives, tour guides and recruitment agents for The University of Alabama's Culverhouse College of...
Smith Lake primed to shine during Bassmaster College Series event
CULLMAN, Ala. — Smith Lake is as healthy as it’s ever been, according to guide Logan Johnson, which is good news for teams looking to make a...
City of Cullman unveils 1st green parking lot for events
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman this week announced the completion of its first-ever green parking lot, marking what it says is a...
Area students named to UWA President’s, Dean’s Lists
LIVINGSTON, Ala. - The University of West Alabama has announced more than 400 outstanding undergraduate students named to the President's List for the fall...
3 area students named to Freed-Hardeman University President’s List
HENDERSON, Tenn. - Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's List for the fall 2024 semester. To be on...
Cullman’s Shea Eaton graduates from Mississippi State University
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Shea Eaton, of Cullman, was among approximately 1,500 students who graduated from Mississippi State University in fall 2024, with commencement...
Bremen’s Brooks Stephenson graduates from Troy University
TROY, Ala. - Troy University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the fall semester and term 2 of...
Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale set for March 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, March 15, from 7 a.m.-3 p.m., offering a full...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview collects 10-3 win over Cold Springs, Tuesday scoring...
Fairview 10 - Cold Springs 3 (Baseball)
Cold Springs struck first in its opening at-bats. Ayden Black drew a leadoff walk and later scored on...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Good Hope punches ticket back to Final 4 with...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The defending 4A state champion Good Hope Lady Raiders handled Dora in the Sweet 16 last week to set up another...
Aderholt announces 2025 4th Congressional District Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Thursday announced that the 2025 4th Congressional District Art Competition is now underway. This annual...
Park-It Market at The Link Feb. 26
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host the Food Bank of North Alabama Park-It Market on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The mobile...
Gudger, Shedd, Harbison, Wadsworth talk ‘state of the state’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Feb. 14, hosted its annual State of the State Luncheon, which allows community...
Cullman High’s Sheffield, Hollis named National Merit Finalists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School seniors Nora Sheffield and Elianna Hollis have been named National Merit Finalists.
“We are thrilled to extend our sincere...
Cullman City Council: Updated 1st quarter revenue report shows economic impact...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday corrected its statement from earlier in the month about revenues for the first quarter of...
PREP SOFTBALL: Vinemont wins 14-12 shootout at Addison
Vinemont 14 - Addison 12 (Softball)
There was no shortage of offense in this game between the Vinemont Lady Eagles and the Addison Lady Bulldogs....
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Arab’s season ends with Elite 8 loss to Scottsboro
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Arabian Knights edged West Point 51-50 in the Sweet 16 last week to advance to the Elite Eight and they...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Meek falls to Hubbertville in Elite 8, 69-56
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After fending off Athens Bible in the Sweet 16 last week, the Meek Tigers were back on the court Monday to...
COLUMN: A holiday is simply 1 day
Editor’s note: Written prior to Valentine’s Day
You probably won’t get the day off from work, or school, on Valentine’s Day. You will be hard...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Cold Springs’ season ends with Elite 8 loss to...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After earning a win over Sulligent in the Sweet 16 last week, the Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back on the...
Relay For Life 2025 season kicks off with meeting set for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Relay For Life of Cullman County is gearing up for its 2025 season and invites the community to join the fight...
McSwain, Atkins named January CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above...
‘A huge step’
CHS breaks ground on career tech and STEM wing
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools celebrated the start of construction on its new career technology...
Local industry professionals gather for annual event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Feb. 13, held its annual Industry Appreciation event at Terri Pines.
The event recognized...
Files from Yesteryear: Feb. 14, 1935
From the files of Feb. 14, 1935
National Speaker to Be Here
Dr. F. Scott McBride, general superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League of America, will speak...
‘100 years of tradition and excellence’
Fairview High to celebrate centennial
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - In just a few weeks, Fairview High School will host its centennial celebration. The event will take...
Wallace State contributes $276M to area economy
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A new economic impact study released Wednesday, Feb. 12, shows Wallace State Community College contributed $276.1 million in income to the...
Economic contribution totals support ag and forestry as a top Alabama...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Agriculture and forestry provide the building blocks of society — food, fiber and timber. They also contribute a massive amount to...
Empty Bowls coming this Monday, Feb. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 20th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner will take place Monday, Feb. 17, from 4-6:30 p.m. in Hearin...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Holly Pond falls to No. 1 Lauderdale County in...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After eliminating Phil Campbell in the Sweet 16, Holly Pond was back on the court Friday afternoon to face the top-ranked...
Aderholt highlights Karolewics’ testimony before House Appropriations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education, on Wednesday,...
Pet of the Week: Meet peaceful and loving Snow Crystal
CULLMAN, Ala. - Snow Crystal, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a low-energy, 1-year-old Great Pyrenees who is ready for a new...
Cullman City Council releases 1st quarter financial report
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday shared the City’s financial report for the first quarter of FY 2025, October through December...
$2K Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship now available for Cullman County seniors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Thanks to the Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Scholarship Fund,a new $2,000 scholarship is now available for one deserving Cullman County high school...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison’s Evans signs with Lurleen B. Wallace
ADDISON, Ala. – The library at Addison High School was full of students, teachers and parents on Thursday to witness the next step in...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Cullman falls to Hartselle in Sweet 16, 56-25
HANCEVILLE Ala. – After toppling Clay-Chalkville in the Sub-Regional last week, the Cullman Lady Bearcats were back on the court at the Northwest Regional...
Holly Pond woman killed in multivehicle crash
HOLLY POND, Ala. - A Holly Pond woman was killed Wednesday, Feb. 12, in a multivehicle crash.
Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as Betty...
‘Free File’ now open to Alabama income tax filers for 2025...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama taxpayers with a qualifying 2024 adjusted gross income can prepare their 2024 state and federal income tax returns online using...
ALEA reminder: Get your STAR ID
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) this week announced its participation in the “Be Your REAL ID Self” campaign, a nationwide...
Chamber hosting ‘Keeping Your Body Healthy at Work’ Lunch & Learn...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch & Learn workshop, titled Keeping Your Body Healthy at Work, on...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: West Point falls to Arab in 51-50 thriller
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After a dominant performance against Ardmore in the Sub-Regional, the West Point Lady Warriors were back in action Thursday morning, taking...
Join in the Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 14-17
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The 28th annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is slated for Feb. 14-17. In conjunction with National Bird Feeding Month,...
Goat Island hosting special Valentine’s Celebration for beer lovers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a special Valentine's Celebration for beer lovers and sweethearts alike.
“Join us on Feb. 14 for an...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Good Hope advances to Elite 8 with 68-53 win...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Good Hope Lady Raiders were back in action at the Northwest Regional Wednesday afternoon to play Dora in the Sweet...
Next Vinemont senior lunch set for Feb. 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Community Center will be the place to be for seniors on Monday, Feb. 17. That’s when the Town of...
St. Bernard Prep senior spotlight: Rowan Hines
Rowan Hines, a senior at St. Bernard Preparatory School, is a student with her sights set on greatness. Currently ranked in the top three...
NORTHWEST REGIONAL: Holly Pond advances to Elite 8 with 40-37 win...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After downing Colbert County in the Sub-Regional, the Holly Pond Lady Broncos were back on the court competing in the Northwest...
