Tag: Local
CMS students get sneak peek at workplace options at career fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School students recently had an opportunity for some hands-on experience with some of the potential career options they could...
Cullman Utilities invites volunteers for annual Lake Catoma and Duck River...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two annual clean-up events are scheduled for early November, inviting volunteers to help preserve and protect Cullman’s valuable lake resources.
Volunteers will...
Wallace State releases 2025-2026 performing arts schedule
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program recently announced its schedule for the 2025-2026 season, which includes favorite annual...
Cullman Housing Authority celebrates 2nd community garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Housing Authority’s second local community garden, this on Vine Circle, is coming to life for residents.
Cullman Housing Authority Executive...
West Elementary to host Veterans Day program Nov. 5, 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – West Elementary School will host its annual Veterans Day program for the community on Friday, Nov. 7, in the school gymnasium. There...
Jacobs proclaims Wreaths Across America Day in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mayor Woody Jacobs on Oct. 29, officially proclaimed Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, as Wreaths Across America Day in the city of...
Library board meeting notes: Oct. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library Board met on Thursday, Oct. 30, to discuss a busy month of outreach, events and upcoming...
WildWater trunk-or-treat makes triumphant return
CULLMAN, Ala. - After a few years off, WildWater Cullman’s trunk-or-treat event made its triumphant return Tuesday, Oct. 28, with more than 2,000 visitors...
Files from Yesteryear: Nov. 1, 1934
From the files of Nov. 1, 1934
VINEMONT NEWS
Vinemont, R. 2 Oct. 30—Digging potatoes and going to school is the order of the day.
We are...
Cullman City Council recognizes outgoing members
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council met Thursday, Oct. 30, for its final session before newly elected members take office Nov. 3. The...
Wallace State Cares offers food pantry, more for students in need
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Cares is helping bridge the gap for students in need.
Wallace State Cares Director Christine Wiggins said the efforts are...
DAR recognizes first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dripping Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recognized several groups in Cullman on National First Responders Day,...
Good Hope Council honors Shabel at final meeting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – TheGood Hope City Council held its final October meeting on Monday, Oct. 27, and in addition to some new business...
Curt’s Closet gearing up for Christmas
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet is preparing to bring the magic of Christmas to children and families across Cullman County through its annual Curt’s...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond caps season with shootout win over Cleveland
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond was back home for its season finale against Cleveland on Halloween night and the Broncos avoided a scare...
Cullman Caring for Kids assures community support amid SNAP suspension
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the temporary suspension of SNAP benefits caused by the federal government shutdown, Cullman Caring for Kids is stepping forward to...
The Link is asking for your help: ‘Cullman has always shown...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County is encouraging food, monetary and time donations to support needs across the community. Executive Director Melissa...
Pet of the Week: Teddy, the renaissance dog
CULLMAN, Ala. - Teddy is an 8-month-old Lab/Terrier mix with a heart as big as his potential. He’s The Cullman Tribune Pet of the...
‘We are out here walking for a cure to fight MS’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Early Saturday morning, Oct. 25, participants gathered at Heritage Park for the annual Cullman MS Walk to raise awareness and support...
Annual Cullman Veterans Day Celebration this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional Airport will once again host the annual Cullman Veterans Day Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m....
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview rallies to top Good Hope 14-7 and remain...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders made the trip down SR-69 to Dafford Smith Stadium in Fairview on a wet, chilly Thursday night...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops regular season finale to Brewer 24-17
WEST POINT, Ala. – After clinching a playoff spot last week against Ardmore, the West Point Warriors looked to carry that momentum over into...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek caps regular season with 34-6 win at Carbon...
CARBON HILL, Ala. – Meek made the trip to Carbon Hill for its regular season finale Thursday night, and the Tigers took control of...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville’s season ends with 70-15 loss at Oak Grove
OAK GROVE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs hit the road to wrap up their season at Oak Grove Thursday night and they had their...
Upcoming holiday events at Gypsy Souls Nov. 1, 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gypsy Soul Antiques & Things is getting into the holiday spirit this year with two fun-filled events to spread some Christmas...
Halloween safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. - Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year, full of fun costumes, thrilling events and activities, and delicious...
Nearly 2K trick-or-treaters attend Smith Lake Park event
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Park hosted its annual trick-or-treat event on Saturday, Oct. 25, bringing the largest crowd the event has ever seen....
Milliken Halloween: A fun, over-the-top experience
CULLMAN, Ala. - For creative minds Heidi and Rick Milliken, Halloween is more than just a night of trick-or-treating; it's a full-scale project that...
‘It’s something families look forward to every year’
Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat held indoors due to rain
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Despite rainy weather, families still gathered Sunday afternoon for the annual Hanceville Trunk-or-Treat, a Halloween...
Students enjoy Halloween STEM Day
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Fairview High School, Fairview Middle School and Parkside School came together on Thursday, Oct. 23, to bring science and Halloween fun...
STATE VOLLEYBALL: ‘We all did it for each other’: Addison downs...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Addison and Meek clashed in a Winston County themed 1A State Championship Match at Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham on Wednesday...
Cullman woman sentenced for pulling shotgun on deputies
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman on Tuesday, Oct. 28, was tried and convicted of obstructing government operations and menacing. Virginia Sarah Roberts, 53,...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office issues warning about phone scam
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about phone scammers impersonating law enforcement officers, including CCSO personnel and members of the...
Chambers, animal shelter hosting fall pet adoption event Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter is collaborating with Chambers Farm and Garden Supply for a fall adoption event on Saturday, Nov....
39th annual HO! HO! HO! Christmas Show coming Nov. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 39th annual HO! HO! HO! Christmas Show will have an array of classic cars, trucks, motorcycles and all things in...
State House District 12 Special General Election TODAY
CULLMAN, Ala. – Republican Cindy Myrex and Democrat Matthew Glover face off today, Tuesday, Oct. 28, in the State House District 12 Special General...
November SNAP benefits suspended
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) received specific guidance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Lions stay perfect with doubleheader thumping of Calhoun
CULLMAN, Ala. — Cold weather, tough conditions, and a resilient opponent couldn’t slow Wallace State flag football on Sunday, as the Lions pushed their record...
Auburn’s Atkins, McPherson earn SEC weekly honors
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn linebacker Xavier Atkins and kicker Alex McPherson have been named Southeastern Conference players of the week for their roles in the Tigers’ 33-24 win at Arkansas,...
The buck stops here: Extension, Auburn finding solutions to deer damage...
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - What do human hair, sheep fat and rotten eggs have in common? These are all possible solutions being tested for...
ProWorx to host hands-on ‘Build a Pond Day’ Oct. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - ProWorx, a division of Brothers Concrete Supply, will host a hands-on Build a Pond Day on Thursday, Oct. 30, from 8...
Pumpkins on the loose in Cullman elementary STEM project
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools brought some fall-time flair to the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) curriculum this month — just in...
Cullman County Youth Football playoff scoring recap
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The postseason has arrived for all our youth football teams and we had a busy slate of big games happening...
Wallace State Men’s Soccer wins ACCC Championship in dramatic overtime
MILLBROOK, AL — Wallace State men's soccer captured the ACCC Conference Championship on Sunday with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory over Southern Union at...
City School Board approves vape and AI policies
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education met Tuesday evening, Oct. 21, approving a full slate of policy updates, personnel changes and...
Beneficial rainfall but severe weather still possible south today
…Low-end severe threat continues for southwestern sections…
As of 7 am, rain was entering western Alabama with thunderstorms closer to the coast. The precipitation will...
Files from Yesteryear: Oct. 25, 1951
From the files of Oct. 25, 1951
Mt. Hermon News
J. H. Hemrick, N. G. Hyatt and Harvey Hemrick made a trip to Cullman Wednesday.
W. D....
Severe weather still possible Sunday
CLANTON – Saturday, 800 am October 25, 2025
…Low-end severe threat continues for southern section’s Sunday…
A couple of upper level disturbances will move across the...
Remembering Sydni Helms-Hipp
3rd annual Memorial Barrel Race set for Nov. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The third Annual Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race will take place Saturday, Nov....
St. Andrew’s donation aids Good Samaritan
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Andrew’s Methodist Church has made a significant contribution toward the construction of Good Samaritan Health Clinic’s new location, assisting in...
CPD Trunk or Treat coming Oct. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is hosting its eighth annual Trunk or Treat in the CPD parking lot on Tuesday, Oct. 28...
Wallace State Cross Country sweeps ACCC Championships at John Hunt Park
HUNTSVILLE, AL — The Wallace State men’s and women’s cross-country teams left no doubt at the ACCC Conference/Region 22 Championships on Friday at John Hunt Park,...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point punches playoff ticket with 25-20 win over...
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors were back home hosting a region game against Ardmore Friday night and the fourth and final...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 7 Addison races past Phillips 48-6
BEAR CREEK, Ala. – Addison traveled to Bear Creek to take on the Phillips Bears Friday night, looking to close out their region slate...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs falls at Falkville, 28-22
FALKVILLE, Ala. – The Cold Springs Eagles made a quick trip to Falkville to cap their regular season against the Blue Devils, and the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to Collinsville on the road, 45-22
COLLINSVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond traveled to Collinsville for a huge region matchup Friday night but unfortunately for Bronco fans, they were unable to...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek handles Vina at home 52-8
ARLEY, Ala. – Meek was back home at Tiger Stadium to host a region game with Vina Friday night, and the Tigers were in...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls at Phil Campbell, 76-29
PHIL CAMPBELL, Ala. – Hanceville hit the road for a region battle at Phil Campbell Friday night and it was another tough night for...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont drops region game at Winfield, 47-7
WINFIELD, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to Winfield to face the Pirates in their final regular season game but unfortunately it was a tough night...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman caps regular season with 22-19 win at Buckhorn
NEW MARKET, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats wrapped up their regular season on the road against Buckhorn Friday night and they returned home with...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 10 Good Hope downs Dora 35-15
DORA, Ala. – Good Hope made the trip to Dora for a region matchup with the Bulldogs Friday night and after a slow start...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview remains unbeaten with 40-10 win at...
ATHENS, Ala. – Fairview hit the road for a matchup at East Limestone Friday night, and it was another good night for the Aggies....
Goat Island Brewing holding ‘Operation: Beer for Warriors’ Nov. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a Veterans Day celebration on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, honoring local service members and their families...
Pet of the Week: Hazel’s heartwarming curiosity wins hearts
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hazel, a 5-month-old white tabby kitten, is as affectionate as she is curious. She is The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Whether...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa places in Miss University of Alabama competition
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Abby Sosa of Cullman was named fourth runner-up at the Miss University of Alabama competition on Oct. 10, at the Bama...
City School Board approves employee incentive pay
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education has approved a resolution to provide one-time incentive payments to all employees. The board said...
15th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival set for Nov....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 15th annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival will take place Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in historic...
Berlin Town Council talks budget, Farmers Market, Trunk or Treat
BERLIN, Ala. – Mayor Patrick Bates on Monday, Oct. 20, opened the Berlin Town Council meeting, which began with a discussion on budget adjustments...
Cullman Elks Lodge launches Toys of Joy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Elks Lodge recently announced the launch of its Toys of Joy program, in partnership with the Cullman VFW.
Project Chair...
Cardiologist Daniel Gonzalez joins Cullman Regional Medical Group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional this week announced Cardiologist Daniel Gonzalez, MD, joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.
Gonzalez earned his medical degree from the...
Harmony School rocking ‘Socktober’
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School fifth-grade “Pirates and Pixies” clubs are working hard to make an impact in Cullman County this month with “Socktober,”...
James Spann speaking at Agriplex homeschool event Nov. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - James Spann will be the special guest at this month’s North Alabama Agriplex Heritage Homeschool event on Thursday, Nov. 6, from...
Investing in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – Representatives from the Alabama Mountains, Rivers & Valleys Resource Conservation & Development Council joined local leaders and organizations on Monday, Oct....
34th annual Mud Creek Marching Festival set for Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Bands from across north Alabama will take the field Saturday, Oct. 25, at Hanceville High School for the 34th Annual Mud...
Wallace State Women’s Basketball ranked No. 15 in NJCAA DI Preseason...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State women’s basketball program will open the 2025-26 season nationally recognized, earning the No. 15 spot in the NJCAA...
WSCC FLAG FOOTBALL: Lions collect dominant wins over Lurleen B. Wallace,...
MILLBROOK, Ala. — Wallace State flag football delivered another dominant performance on Sunday, rolling to a 54-0 conference win over Lurleen B. Wallace at 17...
PREP CROSS COUNTRY: Cold Springs Eagles, Lady Eagles win 22nd, 20th...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – This year’s Cullman County Cross Country Championships were held in Fairview on Tuesday, and it was a familiar sight when the...
Wallace State hosting Lion Fest Oct. 25
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College invites prospective students and their families to Lion Fest, an open house event scheduled for Saturday, Oct....
Downtown Hanceville Trunk or Treat, Hanceville Fall Frenzy happening this Sunday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Friends of the Festival (FOTF) will host a citywide Downtown Hanceville Trunk or Treat event this Sunday, Oct. 26, from...
WSCC Chief of Police Shane Drake wins 2025 ACCS Chancellor’s Award
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – “It is with great excitement that we report Wallace State Chief of Police Shane Drake has been announced as a winner...
COLUMN: Batteries not needed
The words “Batteries not included” are found on many of the things we purchase these days. If we had to buy enough batteries at...
Cullman County Youth Football week 9 scoring recap
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The 2025 youth football regular season is now over, and there were some huge games that went on around the local...
COLUMN: The perfect regift
At first glance, it wasn’t much of a gift, just a cheap pocket knife made of flimsy metal and plastic. It probably came from...
Time to listen for the call of fall at Alabama State...
When I think about fall in Alabama, I do not just think about the cooler mornings or the changing leaves. I think about the...
AARP Alabama urges Medicare beneficiaries to review Coverage during Open Enrollment
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - AARP Alabama reminds Medicare beneficiaries that Medicare Open Enrollment is now underway and runs through Dec. 7, 2025. This is the...
Files from Yesteryear: Oct. 18, 1945
From the files of Oct. 18, 1945
Mt. Pisgah News
Mrs. Wanda Adams and Sandra visited Mr. and Mrs. Milton Wheeler Sunday.
Cpl. Doris M. Jackson returned...
CCSO hosting free Public Safety & Awareness Training Oct. 21
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a free Public Safety & Awareness Training “in response to the recent surge in...
Agriplex expansion moving closer to completion
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is moving closer to the completion of its new Community Hub, which it began raising funds for...
Possible severe weather threat beginning late tonight
A line of thunderstorms will enter the western portions of the state between 12 am and 3 am, move eastward throughout the morning hours,...
6th annual Kicking Cancer in Cullman set for Oct. 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – The sixth annual Kicking Cancer in Cullman line dance workshop and social will take place Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m.-4...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek routs Cherokee on the road 54-6
CHEROKEE, Ala. – Meek made the trip to Cherokee for a region game against the Indians Friday night, and the Tigers dominated this one...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs loses nailbiter at Southeastern, 13-8
REMLAP, Ala. – Cold Springs hit the road for a big region game at Southeastern Friday night, and points were hard to come by...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 10 Good Hope holds on to top Fayette...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – After dropping their first game of the season at Hamilton last week, the Good Hope Raiders returned home to take...
PREP FOOTBALL: Vinemont’s win streak ends with 40-14 loss to Oakman
VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont hosted Oakman for senior night on Friday and after pulling off a great win at Gordo last week, it was...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman celebrates senior night with 37-13 win over Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats were back home for a region battle against Decatur Friday night and after a slow three quarters offensively,...
PREP FOOTBALL: Holly Pond falls to No. 3 Fyffe, 54-14
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Holly Pond was back home for a region battle against third-ranked Fyffe Friday night and the Red Devils gave the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Hanceville falls to Winfield at home 48-21
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hanceville was back home to host a region matchup against Winfield Friday night and unfortunately for the home crowd, the Bulldogs...
PREP FOOTBALL: No. 4 Fairview survives with 41-39 win at Sardis
BOAZ, Ala. – Fairview made the trip over to Sardis for a non-region matchup Friday night and the Lions gave the Aggies all they...
PREP FOOTBALL: West Point drops region game at Russellville 42-14
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – West Point hit the road for a region matchup at Russellville Friday night, and the Warriors had their hands full with...
WSCC SOCCER: Wallace State secures ACCC regular season title with back-to-back...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State men’s soccer team closed out conference play in dominant fashion, earning a pair of convincing victories to clinch...
