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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...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Deacons of Diocese of Birmingham hold annual retreat at St. Bernard...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Deacons of the Diocese of Birmingham, along with their wives, gathered for their annual retreat at St. Bernard Abbey, where...
Hands-on small farm equipment training workshop for beginning farmers and veterans...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Small and beginning farmers will have the opportunity to explore essential farm equipment at the upcoming Small Farm Equipment Demo -...
(Update) Man arrested in connection with body found in Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Cullman man has been arrested in connection with the body that was found at a Good Hope park Saturday,...
Cullman City Primary School kindergarten registration info for 2025-2026
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School is looking ahead to the 2025-2026 school year, with calendar dates and registration information now available for...
Heirlooms Fine & Performing Arts to host Audition Workshop Feb. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - Aspiring performers looking to sharpen their audition skills will have a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals at the upcoming...
EDAA welcomes Jamie Troutman as new board president
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jamie Troutman has been appointed president of the Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) Board of Directors, officially assuming the role...
Hanceville’s McKean named to Abilene Christian University fall 2024 Dean’s Honor...
ABILENE, Texas - Abilene Christian University has named Kaci McKean of Hanceville to the fall 2024 Dean's Honor Roll. McKean is a senior Art...
Cullman’s Jiang named to fall 2024 Dean’s List at Georgia Tech
ATLANTA, Ga. - Allen Jiang of Cullman made the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology. This designation...
Celebrity 1st grader: ‘Hot Rod’ Gibbs
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond first grader “Hot Rod” Lincoln Gibbs, 7, turned heads in Biloxi recently during the 30th annual Professional Cowboy...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CHS senior Hollis shines at 2024 Art Expo for High School...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) was the place to be on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, as the university hosted...
‘Cultivating Cullman’: Chamber Luncheon spotlights local agriculture
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce recently held its latest Community Luncheon, this time with a theme of “Cultivating Cullman,” with...
WSCC Broadway Night production to focus on ‘Love: The Good, The...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Love will be in the air at Wallace State Community College on Thursday, Feb. 13, when the Fine and Performing Arts...
More businesses join WSCC Powerful Partnerships program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Three more companies have signed on the dotted line to join the Powerful Partnerships program at Wallace State Community College, providing...
Bremen man continues to be held without bond following alleged shooting
BREMEN, Ala. - A Bremen man has been behind bars since an alleged shooting Friday night, Jan. 24, that sent one person to an...
Fairview Council talks ball fields, park progress
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council at its monthly meeting on Feb. 3, discussed ball fields and the progress on the proposed new...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 6, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 6, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Marshall honors CCPS for Safe Schools award
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School was honored for its efforts and commitment to school safety, with the campus one of only six...
CCSO, MCSO hold K9 Detection and Tracking Seminar
CULLMAN, Ala. - Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 3-5, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, hosted a K9 Detection and...
Baileyton Council increases recreation sports league fees, forgoes salary increases
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Baileyton Town Council at its Feb. 3 meeting talked sports fees and salary increases, decided to increase the former and...
Local students named to Mississippi State President’s, Dean’s Lists
MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Mississippi State University congratulates 4,569 students who were named to the fall 2024 President's List. These students achieved a 3.80...
4th annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament Feb. 8
VINEMONT, Ala. - The fourth annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament is this Saturday, Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. in the Vinemont Elementary School...
Local VFD chiefs talk training, planning
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Johnson’s Crossing Volunteer Fire Department recently held a Ropes and Knots training course at a Berlin Volunteer Fire Department...
Crocker appointed to Alabama Coroners Training Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker was recently appointed by Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall to the Alabama Coroners Training Commission...
Ivey delivers 2025 State of the State address
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday night, Feb. 4, delivered her latest State of the State address.
Below are her remarks, in their...
Safe Haven Baby Box to be installed at Cullman Fire Rescue...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Safe Haven Baby Box will be installed at Cullman Fire Rescue Station 3 on the north side of the city,...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 4, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 4, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Scholarship auditions scheduled at Wallace State
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program has announced dates for scholarship auditions for the 2025-2026 academic year, with...
St. Bernard Athletic Boosters to host Annual Draw Down Dinner Feb....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Bernard Athletic Boosters will host the annual Draw Down Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center....
Circuit Court issues directive for nursing mothers called to jury duty
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Presiding Judge Gregory Nicholas recently issued a directive clarifying the status of nursing mothers called to jury duty. According...
Arrests and Incidents reported February 3, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported February 3, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene hosts Coffee with a Cop
CULLMAN, Ala. - For over 10 years, Coffee with a Cop has been bringing the community closer to local law enforcement. The latest event,...
CPD officers achieve FTO certifications
CULLMAN, Ala. - Three Cullman Police Department officers ̶ Josh Spinks, Ryan Whisenhunt and Michael Bryant ̶ recently achieved their Field Training Officer (FTO)...
Pet of the Week: Houston, we have adoptions on the way
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the adorable Heeler/Rottweiler mix, Houston, the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week!
He is approximately 1 year old and has medium...
Rainer: ADCNR strives to continue trend in 2025 after great success...
To say 2024 was an outstanding year for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) would border on understatement, and plans for...
Native Trees for Me: Lunch & Learn to help residents choose...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman residents interested in planting native trees and shrubs can gain expert guidance at the upcoming Lunch & Learn: Native Trees...
Library hosting Empty Bowls event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will host an event in partnership with Empty Bowls of...
CATA Culinary Arts program hosting monthly lunch event Feb. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Culinary Arts program will host a lunch on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m....
2025 Bownes Memorial For Kids’ Sake Variety Show this Sunday, Feb....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students from the Cullman community are preparing to showcase their talents to benefit nursery and pediatric services at Cullman Regional on...
Studio K & Co. Salon hosting Galentine’s Day Celebration Feb. 10
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman residents looking for a day full of shopping, beauty services and giveaways won’t want to miss the Galentine’s Day event...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 31, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 31, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
5 tips for filing taxes
For most Americans, the deadline to file 2024 federal income taxes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is Monday, April 15, 2025, unless extended...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cullman hires Trent Walker as new Bearcats head coach
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Schools Board of Education met at Cullman High School’s Tillman Hall Friday morning and introduced Trent Walker as...
Enhance your green thumb at the 28th annual Urban Forestry &...
FLORENCE, Ala. - The 28th annual Urban Forestry & Horticulture Conference will take place on March 7, 2025, at Cross Point Church of Christ...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 30, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 30, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
CPD vehicles sporting new designs
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Department patrol vehicles are sporting new designs. The new styles update the look of the fleet in general, but...
Holly Pond Jazz Band presents ‘Jazz and Red Velvet’ Feb. 15
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Jazz Band will host “Jazz and Red Velvet, Dinner, Dessert and a Show” on Saturday, Feb. 15,...
Local family loses home in fire; donation list provided
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local family of six is safe following a devastating fire; however, they lost all their belongings.
New Hope Baptist Church said Adam and Katie...
Cullman High’s Howze, Townson achieve All State Jazz Band honors
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School student musicians Lily Howze and Max Townson achieved Alabama All State Jazz Band honors.
The Alabama Bandmasters Association hosted...
Man wanted in Cullman County allegedly assaults Madison County deputy
MADISON COUNTY, Ala. - A man with outstanding felony warrants in Cullman County was taken into custody in Madison County on Wednesday, Jan. 29,...
Hanceville man fails to show up to court in sexual abuse...
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - Morgan County deputies executed a failure to appear warrant on Jan. 28, after John Tillman Flanagan, 36, of Hanceville, failed...
Joppa man charged with child abuse
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Joppa man was arrested on a grand jury warrant by Morgan County deputies on Jan. 24, 2025.
In a case...
Roe named to Presbyterian College Dean’s List
CLINTON, SC - Presbyterian College proudly recognizes the academic success of its students for the hard work they do in the classroom each semester.
The...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 29, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 29, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
78 area students named to UA Dean’s, President’s Lists
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A total of 14,631 students enrolled during fall semester 2024 at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List...
Arrests and Incidents reported January 28, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 28, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
5 local students named to University of Mississippi fall 2024 Chancellor’s...
UNIVERSITY, Miss. - The University of Mississippi recently announced students named to the fall 2024 Honor Roll lists. The following local students were named...
3 local UA Early College students named to Director’s List
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - For fall semester 2024, 587 University of Alabama Early College students were on the Director's List, obtaining a 3.6 or higher...
Cullman City School Board: January meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the January meeting of the Cullman City School Board, several items of interest were discussed, including notable progress in the...
District Court hosts area juniors for mock hearing
CULLMAN, Ala. - Area juniors visited Cullman County District Court this month as part of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Youth Leadership Cullman...
Cullman County Commission proposes $3 lodging fee to fund new agricultural...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Administrator John M. Bullard outlined a proposal from the Cullman County Commission for a $3 per-night lodging fee to...
Cullman City Council moves forward on ‘baby box’ at Fire Station...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday authorized Mayor Woody Jacobs to enter into an agreement with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Inc....
Arrests and Incidents reported January 27, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported January 27, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville man dies following crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Hanceville man has died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:06 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24.
Alabama State Troopers said Victor...
Save the plants! Care tips after Alabama snow
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — A historic snow event was not on Alabama’s bingo card for 2025, but January has already ushered in two significant...
Redeeming Grace Church to host 3rd annual Love Banquet Feb. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. - Couples looking for a special night out can enjoy an evening of food, fun and fellowship at the third annual Love...
ADMH unveils new license plate to promote mental health awareness and...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) recently announced the release of a new distinctive license plate designed to “steer the...
Downtown library hosting Teen Tuesday program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) began hosting its successful “Teen Tuesday” program geared toward 13-18...
St. Paul’s to honor Sue Westerfield at annual dinner March 1
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Paul’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction is the largest fundraiser of the year for St. Paul’s Lutheran...
Hanceville renames library in honor of Shirley Burden
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) has been renamed in honor of longtime librarian Shirley Burden....
Barnett, Roe named to Presbyterian College fall 2024 Dean’s List
CLINTON, SC - Presbyterian College proudly salutes the success of its students by recognizing outstanding academic achievement.
The following local students were named to the...
Cullman City Schools releases update on strategic plan, accomplishments
CULLMAN, Ala. - In honor of School Board Appreciation Month, Cullman City Schools is celebrating the accomplishments of its current school board this January...
(Updated) Bremen shooting suspect arrested
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2025/02/06/bremen-man-continues-to-be-held-without-bond-following-alleged-shooting/
Updated Saturday, Jan. 25, at 12:48 p.m.
After conferring with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, authorities say Vitkauskas is now being charged...
Jacobs proclaims Lutheran Schools Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs officially proclaimed the week of Jan. 26 through Feb. 3, 2025, “Lutheran Schools...








































































































