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CULLMAN, Ala. – Area high school junior girls are invited to learn about scholarship, leadership and personal growth opportunities at the Cullman County Distinguished...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 18, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County Young Professionals Crawfish Boil event is back for another year, hosted and sponsored by Hank’s Sports Bar & Rumors...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - K9 Toby will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Beautiful weather? Check. Irish spirit? Check. Irish-inspired food? Check. Petting zoo? Check. Irish music? Check. Hundreds of festivalgoers looking for a good time? Check.  For the past...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - The Dodge City Town Council addressed financial updates, park improvements and upcoming community events during its recent meeting on Thursday, March 12, before...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A twilight run in Cullman this summer will honor the life and legacy of a former sports journalist and Cullman native while supporting...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 16, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Arborists and others interested in tree care will have an opportunity later this month to attend certified arborist training in Cullman.   The training is...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health’s (ADPH) mission is to promote, protect and improve Alabama’s health and provide the people of Alabama with...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary this year, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is issuing a bold statewide challenge. As part of...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Three of the six U.S. airmen killed in the crash of a KC-135 refueling aircraft in western Iraq had ties to...

CULLMAN, Ala. – With severe weather possible across north Alabama, residents are encouraged to know where their nearest storm shelter is before storms arrive. According...

CULLMAN, Ala. — Residents across Cullman County and the Tennessee Valley could see several rounds of changing weather conditions over the next two days,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Tulip Festival is officially open at Cullman’s 4D Farm. Months of planting and preparation went into the beautiful tulip fields...

WEST POINT, Ala. – West Point resident and Brandin’ Iron General Manager Josh Speakman is a Republican candidate for the Cullman County Commission, District 2.  “My goal is fostering economic growth,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Easter Sunday is approaching! We are less than a month away from all the family fun and festivities. As you plan for...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As we clean out garages and gather up old clothes and forgotten toys to donate during the process of spring cleaning, keep in mind...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Attendees gathered Saturday, March 7, at the Cullman VFW for the Cullman County Republican Party breakfast and to listen to two candidates running for statewide office.   Alabama Secretary of State candidate Caroleene Dobson...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 12, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council at its Monday, March 9, meeting discussed tourism activities, infrastructure updates, a major award and hemp regulations....

COLONY, Ala. – The Colony Town Council gathered for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, where Mayor Jasmine Cole announced that there is a website in...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council’s regular meeting on Monday, March 9, was extremely brief.   The council heard from Kenneth Cornelius, Republican candidate for...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As winter turns to spring and temperatures begin to warm across north Alabama, residents enter a time of year marked by rapidly changing and...

LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School is preparing to host its annual Southern Beauty pageant, a tradition that has supported the school since 2007.   Pageant organizer Heather Lynn...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging said the Crane Hill Senior Center held its annual community cookout with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office recently, one of the first in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman was honored Thursday, March 5, with the Rainer Bauer Award, the highest recognition presented by the Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 9, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

GARDENDALE, Ala. – Josh Moody is the chief executive officer of Covenant Rescue Group. It is a nonprofit based out of Gardendale that fights...

DODGE CITY, Ala. – Cathie Hodges recently opened her coffee shop, Big Boom Coffee Company. The soft opening was March 4, and it will...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Bees appear to be social creatures, as they frequently congregate on flowers or nest in plain sight. At the Auburn...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has appointed Heath Edward Meherg of Cullman to serve as district judge in the 32nd Judicial Circuit in...

PELHAM, Ala. – The outdoors is calling — and Alabama’s next generation of explorers is invited to answer.  Alabama State Parks has launched the new Junior Ranger Program, designed...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library received a $4,000 Slice of Literacy Grant from the Pizza Hut Foundation to support local literacy...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A project to improve Alabama Highway 91 at U.S. Highway 31 in Hanceville began this week.  The project includes widening to add...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on March 3, 2026, signed Senate Bill 149, one of her legislative priorities, into law, creating a new...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Town Council at its Monday, March 2, meeting began with attendees praying for Former Mayor Randall Shedd as he...

HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting Monday, March 2, addressed upgrades at Governor’s Park, upcoming events and more....

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Community members gathered Saturday, Feb. 28, at Cotton Creek for an evening of games, food and fundraising at Hope Horses’ annual...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Art Shop Around the Corner hosted a special art exhibition on Sunday, March 1, showcasing work from several local artists,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council held its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, March 3, addressing several items related to town operations...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex said it is excited to host an expert panel of presenters on March 20, 2026, from 9...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System will have three book club meeting this month.    After Hours Book Club: March 6, 5:30 p.m.  The...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Sportsman Lake Park Spring Yard Sale will return Saturday, March 28, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Since its founding in 1981, the Pilot Light Home has provided short- and long-term foster care placements for children through the...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Lunch & Learn focused on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed...

TRIMBLE, Ala. - A new locally owned business in Trimble is offering customers a unique retail concept that blends a firearm store with a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 2, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department last week, in conjunction with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker and Covenant Rescue Group, “conducted a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System is seeking volunteers, saying they play a vital role in keeping local libraries running efficiently.   CCPLS...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Mrs. Alabama American 2025, Taylor Folks, will host a special reading event on Tuesday, March 3, at 10 a.m. at Karma’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday. Alabama State Troopers identified the victim as William L. Rhodes, 56. Troopers said...

HANCEVILLE. Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at its last meeting announced a new city website will launch soon. The key takeaways of the new...

Public records reflect 2014 federal conviction, denied appeal, registry classification, candidate withdrawals and district attorney response As of time of publication, the forum to be...

VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Middle School recently crowned winners in its 2026 Junior Miss Vinemont Pageant. Eighth-grade winners Prettiest Smile - Emory Norris Best Dressed - Ella...

VINEMONT, Ala. – Vinemont High School recently crowned 2026 Miss Vinemont and 2026 Miss Vinemont Fair Queen.   Makenna Howard was crowned 2026 Miss Vinemont.   Miss Vinemont...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman was recently recognized as a Tree City USA community for the 38th consecutive year and received the prestigious Growth Award...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope High School will hold its pageants on Saturday, March 21, in the school gymnasium. The 2026 Good Hope...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 27, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

DODGE CITY, Ala. - In 2021 Susan Sandlin, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, found that she had more time for her crafting hobby. She spent...

CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s time to clear out those large items taking up space at home. Cullman’s annual Spring Cleanup is set for March...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 26, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening held first readings and public hearings for proposed rewording of certain portions of its...

CULLMAN, Ala. – During Monday’s Cullman City Council meeting, Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson presented checks totaling over $60,000...

Updated Feb. 26, 2026, at 6:57 p.m. to reflect that the CCSO has not provided a statement to The Tribune. CULLMAN, Ala. - Former...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune will continue its live candidate debate series in 2026, carrying forward a format established in 2025 that brings...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

Stride for Sophia 5K seeks to raise awareness and open conversation about mental health struggles – March 7  ARAB, Ala. - The Stride for Sophia...

EVA, Ala. – The following is a transcript of an interview from Alabama Public Service Commissioner Jeremy Oden, in which he answers a range...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism has announced several upcoming programs and events, including a spring musical, community choir signups and...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on Feb. 19, approved a $499,640 tax abatement for “Project Scoreboard.” The commission said...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, a Republican candidate for Alabama Public Service Commission, Place 1, on Feb. 20, released the following...

Updated Feb. 21, 2026, at 6:23 p.m. The Cullman Police Department on Saturday evening said an arrest has been made in connection with the stabbing...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Senior Services is seeking nominations for outstanding individuals to be considered for induction into the 2026 Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County will bring its water and sanitation billing operations in-house after Cullman Electric Cooperative informed County officials it would discontinue...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 20, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in the city hall auditorium with all members present.  Chairman Barry Slatton...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Founded by Savannah Mahaffey, Girl Gathered is a social club created to help women in their 20s and 30s build friendships...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 19, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – An Oakman, Alabama man was arrested Tuesday, Feb. 17, following the burglary of a pawn shop in Decatur and a high-speed pursuit...

CULLMAN, Ala. - First United Methodist Church hosted the 21st annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner Monday, Feb. 16. The crowd enjoyed...

BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council at its meeting on Monday, Feb. 16, discussed bids, the Berlin Farmers Market and more.    The meeting began...

Updated Feb. 18, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Terri Pines is inviting women of all ages to gather for Ladies’ Mahjong Night on...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 18, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center recently hosted a Lunch & Learn with guest speaker Toni Carter, library...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Green will once again take over downtown Hanceville when the ninth annual Hanceville Irish Festival returns Saturday, March 14, 2026.  Hosted by...

CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, Cullman Electric Cooperative has announced the launch of its Community Cupboards, a new initiative...

Republican candidate for Alabama governor Ken McFeeters on Tuesday, Feb. 17, gave notice of his formal appeal of the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee's...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 17, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...