Tag: News

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council, at its meeting on Monday night, approved multiple rezoning ordinances and awarded a bid for the Scott Drive sewer project.   The...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council at its Monday, May 11, meeting approved several special event requests, including the Christina Chambers Twilight 5K...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  The first Miss Cullman Homeschool Fair Queen Pageant took place on May 8 at Harmony School, with Abby Maples, an 11th-grade homeschool student, taking the crown.   Taylor...

Where 'hon' comes as a side This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Pure.  Pure what? Pure gas station excellence in the...

This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.   Some businesses are built on plans and projections. Others start with a true leap of faith. For Brittani...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  A Cullman County jury convicted Terry Lelan Turney, 60, of Arab of burglary and violation of a domestic violence protection order...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. - Christ Covenant Presbyterian Church will hold its annual rummage sale Friday-Saturday, May 15-16, to raise money for short-term mission trips and outreach.   Organizer Judie Hubbard said that after 11...

This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  Spring and summer in Alabama are full of fun, whether you’re spending a sunny day...

This feature ran in the last issue of our Community Matters magazine.  While many residents may associate emergency management with severe weather alerts, officials at...

CULLMAN, Ala. — Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism (CPRST) and the Cullman County Museum Board this week announced the appointment of Molly Bloom...

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

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill opened Monday, May 11, in Fairview, welcoming the community to a newly renovated restaurant and flavor-filled menu.   Owner Corlina Peralta said she is...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Local Air Force veteran and educator Cathi Bradford is running for Alabama State Board of Education District 6.  Bradford lives in Hanceville with her husband. She said she active in the community and...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Dwight Dooley, 32, of Arab, was convicted Monday, May 11, on two counts of felony murder in connection with the...

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

FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Tulum Mexican Grill will open in Fairview Monday, May 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at the site where The Hutch once operated.   Tulum Owner Corlina Peralta said the new restaurant’s menu features tons of classic...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey signed two bills Friday, May 8, giving her authority to call special elections in certain congressional and state...

HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Town Council at its meeting on Monday, May 4, announced park upgrades and discussed the upcoming Pops in the Park...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Joppa man has been arrested and charged following reports of thefts from vehicles at two businesses along Alabama Highway 157, according...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Hayden man has been arrested following a Cullman County grand jury indictment connected to a February crash that killed a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 7, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

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

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable. May is National Skin...

ARLEY, Ala. - The 53rd annual Arley Day Festival is set for Saturday, May 16, at D.H. Hamner Memorial Park. Hosted by the Arley...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Monday, May 4, presented the City of Cullman’s Small Business Week proclamation in his office at...

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

BREMEN, Ala. - The Sasquatch 5K Mud Run, formerly known as the Stony Lonesome 5K Mud Run, will take place this Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m. at Stony Lonesome OHV Park.   Cullman County Parks and...

CULLMAN, Ala. -  What started as a calm day on the water turned into an unforgettable experience for local angler Savannah Woods, who recently...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet hosted its annual Clothed in Cullman event at Cotton Creek Warehouse on Thursday night.   Executive Director and Founder Ashley Wilson said the event was a beautiful...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday, April 27, heard from local advocates and state leaders who spoke about child welfare issues and funding for city infrastructure.  Alyson...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 1, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Baptist Health’s Cardiovascular Associates, Cullman Regional and Cullman Regional Medical Group have partnered to expand advanced cardiology care in Cullman. Well known...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met April 21 at Cullman City Hall. City Arborist Shane Bivins reported business as usual and responded...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 30, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Hanceville women were sentenced Wednesday in Cullman County Circuit Court, including one woman sentenced to 20 years in prison in...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Rain concerns and an uncertain forecast did little to slow the Alabama Strawberry Festival, as large crowds filled downtown Cullman Friday...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Pilot Club of Cullman held its annual fashion show and luncheon last week, raising  money for several local organizations.   Pilot Club President Brenda Allison said one of the best...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 29, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday, April 25 at the Alabama Strawberry Festival, local titans united in a contest of strength, pulling a colossal John Deere tractor in support of The...

CULLMAN, Ala. – An Arley man died following a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Alabama State Troopers identified...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 28, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. – Long before Johnny Thornton became known across Cullman County as “The Flash,” he was a Good Hope Raider with a love...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Electric Cooperative will host its annual Touch A Truck event on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds. Admission is free, and this year’s event will combine family fun with an opportunity...

BAILEYTON, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office are investigating an alleged cockfighting operation in Baileyton.  Cullman County Animal Control...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council, during the public comments portion of its April 23 meeting, heard from Cullman Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Alyson Stewart on the subject of child abuse.    “It’s become a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune Debate Series will return in May, bringing candidates together in a format built on transparency, accountability and direct engagement with the public.  At its...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission at its meeting on April 21, recognized Ryans Creek Cemetery and Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery for being listed on the Alabama Historical...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments & Appeals at its April 21 meeting approved an expansion for Auto Zone.   Auto Zone, located at 210 Second Ave. NW, will expand from 9,000 square...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Bremen man on April 20, 2026, was sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection with a Jan. 24, 2025,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 23, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council at its meeting Monday, April 20, announced a ribbon cutting for the Berlin Farmers Market will take place Friday, May 8, at...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The 3Sixty Jeep Club will host Jeep Night at Rock N Roll Sushi on Saturday, April 25, at 5 p.m. At 8,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that the deadline to register to vote before the May 19, 2026, Primary Election is Monday, May 4, 2026.  “The right...

CULLMAN, Ala. – At the City of Cullman Planning Commission’s April meeting, Commissioner  Michael Sullins announced the Commission would be requesting an updated Comprehensive Plan from the Cullman City Council.  “It is recommended by the code of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Lake season is coming, and, as a reminder, Alabama’s rules for out-of-state boaters changed in 2024. The change ended a longtime exemption that allowed some...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday split 3-2 over a resolution offering $800,000 in financial incentives to Rural King to support...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Former Cold Springs High School Head Girls’ Basketball Coach Paige Parker Adams, 35, was arrested today, charged with: Sex Offense / School...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.  GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear  Cullman County Sheriff’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Several members of the Dripping Springs Chapter of DAR attended the JROTC Awards Dinner at the Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) on April 17, 2026.  There, they awarded DAR Bronze JROTC...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an economic development agreement tied to a proposed Rural King store, advancing a project...

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

Updated April 20, 2026, at 9:58 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette on Monday morning said an alleged incident that...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County People Against a Littered State (PALS) is in need of volunteers to assist in cleaning local roadways. The organization's president, Cherrie Haney, said cleanup can take anywhere from...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday signed House Bill 527 into law. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. James Lomax, R-Huntsville, and Sen. Arthur Orr,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A new strength and fitness class at Cullman First Baptist Church aims to help local seniors improve their balance, build strength and connect with others.   Jeanne Madara said she started the...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre will present “Les Misérables: School Edition” Monday-Tuesday, April 20-21, and Thursday-Saturday, April 23-25, at 7 p.m., along...

CULLMAN, Ala - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, announced a $750,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to the City of Cullman to support the renovation of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Bloomin’ Festival returns this weekend to the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey and Preparatory School, offering unique arts and crafts,...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was officially cut on Katie B. Kirkwood Architectural and Interior Design, a residential design studio in downtown Cullman, on Friday, April 10.   Said the Cullman...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 341, the Alabama Work Zone Safety Act. This comes just ahead of National Work Zone Awareness...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Clothed in Cullman fundraiser, which supports Curt’s Closet, will take place on April 30 at The Venue at Cotton Creek.  The popular...

CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, the North Alabama Agriplex is giving kids a chance to try new adventures. Along with popular returning programs, kitchen-based activities have been added.   Executive Director Rachel Dawsey explained that the new...

Updated April 22, 2026, at 8:57 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man on April 13, 2026, was indicted on charges of murder, abuse of...

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

CULLMAN, Ala. - Che Sollievo Spa & Salon opened its doors on Sunday, April 12, in downtown Cullman.  Co-owner Amy Benson said the name “Che Sollievo” is inspired by the Italian phrase for...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Two individuals have been indicted in connection with the Aug. 15, 2020, murders of Levi Benjamin Lawrence, 24, of Cullman, and Dalton Matthew Bannister, 36, of...

CULLMAN, Ala. - A newly signed state law sets baseline standards for how dogs must be cared for in Alabama, with supporters calling it a long overdue step...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Miss Alabama Strawberry Festival Pageant continues to play a key role in one of Cullman’s most anticipated annual events. This year's pageant was held Saturday, April 12, at the Desperation...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Congressman Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, on Tuesday announced that Alaina Riggs, a student from West Point High School, was named the “Best of...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 14, 2026. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA =...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Uniform Initiative, next to Monograms Plus, was created to serve the area's growing medical community and anyone looking for stylish, practical workwear....

CULLMAN, Ala. - Adoration Home Health offers in-home health care services help patients stay independent and makes the move from hospital to home easier by offering caring, high-quality support in a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Firefighters worked for hours Monday to contain a blaze at the historic Stiefelmeyer Building in downtown Cullman, with crews remaining on...

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

BETHEL, Ala. - A Cullman EMS ambulance was involved in a motor vehicle accident early Monday morning on U.S. Highway 278 West. The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division is enhancing its service to the public with the launch of a new, streamlined online submission form for marine event permits.  The updated...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Pulling for Survivors tractor pull will return Saturday, April 25, at 9 a.m. as part of the Alabama Strawberry Festival. Hosted in...

Updated April 13, 2026, at 12:20 p.m. WALTER, Ala. - Two people died as a result of a two-vehicle wreck Sunday evening in the Walter...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Tyler Hooper officially stepped into his role as executive director of the United Way of Cullman County on March 2, 2026.  Hooper said the community has played a significant role in shaping who...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville City Council at is April 9 meeting addressed online registration for youth parks and recreation league sports.   Council members voted to use Jarvis Recreation Management registration management software as...

Farm-City grows Alabama through service, student success AUBURN, Ala. - Service and community involvement took center stage as farmers, leaders and students came together for...

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