Tag: News
Cullman City Schools: 6th-graders to remain at West, East next school...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, March 7, announced an adjustment to its sixth- grade transition plan due to ongoing construction delays...
Incident in Walmart parking lot deemed misunderstanding; teen issues apology
CULLMAN, Ala. — An incident involving a juvenile in the south Cullman Walmart parking lot on Wednesday night has been determined to be a...
Special homecoming
Military dad surprises family at Harmony School event
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School was the scene of heartwarming homecoming on Wednesday, March 5. The school...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vinemont’s monthly senior lunch March 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont will host its annual senior event on Monday, March 17, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont...
From farm to freezer: Blue Ridge Cattle Co. to provide expert...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is offering a chance to learn directly from a livestock industry expert with its upcoming workshop, "Tips...
Cullman City Schools job fair set for March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cullman City Primary School.The district...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Baileyton Town Council approves new ordinances, discusses upcoming awards and senior...
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on March 3, 2025. The meeting opened with an...
Fairview Town Council honors late fire chief Alan Miner
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman Julie...
OmniPlex gets alcohol license; mayor: kids’ events will be safe
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to approve a special events alcohol license for the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic...
Cullman No. 5 in Site Selection Magazine’ s Micropolitan Rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the 19th time in 23 years Cullman has earned a spot among the top micropolitan areas in the United States,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 5, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 5, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hartselle Theatre presents ‘Grease: School Version’ March 11-15
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Hartselle Theatre is set to bring the beloved musical "Grease" to life with a family friendly, school edition adaptation at Hartselle...
Get active this spring: Move Alabama happening through April 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman residents are invited to get moving this March and April with Move Alabama, a statewide community activity challenge designed to...
Commission meeting notes: Feb. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Feb. 24, held a special-called meeting.
Commissioners awarded bid No. 1484 for a new bucket truck for...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
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....
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...
Local man convicted of felony attempting to elude
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman County man has been convicted of felony attempting to elude a law enforcement officer, according to a post on...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 27, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 27, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 26, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 26, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 25, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 25, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Bessemer man gets life in prison for Cullman County robbery
Updated Feb. 25, 2025, at 9:15 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, Mark Ples Jones, 50, of Bessemer pleaded...
Hanceville man sentenced to 7-plus years in prison for meth crime
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A Hanceville man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for a methamphetamine crime, according to U.S. Attorney Prim...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 24, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 24, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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,...
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...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 21, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 21, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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,...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 20, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 20, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
Grand jury calls for abolition of Hanceville PD; 6 arrested
Updated Feb. 19, 2025, at 4:35 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Five Hanceville Police Department officers and one spouse of an officer were indicted by a...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 19, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 19, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville dispatcher’s cause of death revealed; 3 officers reportedly arrested
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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More details were released today about the death of Hanceville Police Department dispatcher Christopher Michael Willingham, 49, back...
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...
Alabama Attorney General Marshall: Tackling violent crime backlogs will make Alabama safer...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauded the introduction of Senate Bill 176 and House Bill 307, also known as the Speedy Trial...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
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...
‘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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 14, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 14, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
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...
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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 13, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘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...
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...
Gudger: Shedd to serve as director of constituent affairs
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, announced on Wednesday that Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, has been hired to serve...
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...
Jacobs proclaims February ‘Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month’ in city
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday, Feb. 10, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaimed the month of February 2025 “Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month” (TDVAM) in...
Good Hope Council gives notice of municipal election, approves wastewater treatment...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first February meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and in addition to...





































































































