Tag: News
Obituary: Edna Lindsey White
Funeral services for Edna Lindsey White of Hanceville will be 1 p.m. Saturday, July 1, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will...
Obituary: William Boyd Duke
The Funeral Service for William Boyd Duke, 86, of Logan, Alabama will be 2 p.m., Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Prospect Church of Christ....
Arrests and Incidents reported June 27, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 27, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman council gives updates on roads, new hotel
CULLMAN, Ala. – At Monday’s meeting of the Cullman City Council, Mayor Woody Jacobs gave an update on road construction around city hall and...
‘My heart said to do something for these senior citizens, so...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Candie Cummings is on a mission to shine a light on one of the darkest forms of abuse in our community:...
‘Competition was stiff’
Marys vs. Mimosas brunch showdown raises funds for Les Dames
CRANE HILL, Ala. – Brunch enthusiasts lined up in the late-morning sun to try bespoke...
Obituary: Catherine D. Nelson
Catherine D. Nelson, 92 years old, of Cullman, Alabama, (most recently residing at Morningside of Vestavia Hills memory care), went to be with the...
Cullman man arrested in Fultondale child predator case
FULTONDALE, Ala. – Jayson Ray Sparks, Sr., 55, of Cullman was one of 11 men arrested over the weekend in a sting operation led by the Fultondale...
Obituary: Marie Henderson Derrick
Funeral Service for Marie Henderson Derrick, age 73, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 26, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 26, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Obituary: Brenda Renee Childers
Brenda Renee Childers, 61, of Haleyville, passed away June 25, 2023 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.
She was born Aug. 27, 1961 in Haleyville, Alabama....
Obituary: Rudy Bryan Cheatwood
The Funeral Service for Rudy Bryan Cheatwood, 49, of Vinemont, will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The family...
Cullman County’s Haynes selected for prestigious A.L.F.A Leaders program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The sixth class of the Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A. Leaders) program was recently announced after a rigorous application and interview...
Severe weather for portions of state this afternoon into Monday
CLANTON, Ala. – Two waves of thunderstorms are expected from this afternoon into Monday morning, both of which will likely produce some severe weather.
The first wave...
Cullman welcomes Hello Sunshine Boutique
CULLMAN, Ala. – Anne Freeman and Amanda Martin have joined forces to offer unique, affordable customized boutique pieces to Cullman at Hello Sunshine Boutique....
Commission approves $814K tax abatement for NAFCO
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Thursday approved a tax abatement for the expansion of North Alabama Fabricating Company (NAFCO) in the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 23, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Auburn finalizes renovation plans for Plainsman Park
AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn Athletics has finalized plans for the previously approved $30 million Plainsman Park renovation project that will begin this summer.
Scheduled to start...
Jay’s Legacy Bike Ride now inviting car participation
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Registration is now open for the ninth annual Jay’s Legacy Bike & Car Ride starting at J&S Karaoke on Saturday, July...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman County Republican Women host Pfizer ‘whistleblower’ Debbie Bernal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Republican Women, along with Eagle Forum of Cullman, last week hosted professed “Pfizer whistleblower” Debbie Bernal.
President of the...
Senior Outreach Players coming to WSCC in September
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For lovers of classic television variety ensembles and family-friendly comedy, Senior Outreach Players has compiled a showcase of humor and characters...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 19, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 19, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Oneonta man killed in Cullman County crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A 19-year-old Oneonta man was killed in a single-vehicle crash at approximately 3:45 a.m. Sunday, June 18. Alabama State Troopers identified...
Trump to give keynote at ALGOP Summer Dinner
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) on Wednesday announced that Former President Donald Trump will be the keynote speaker at its 2023...
Coroner confirms death of 5-year-old boy at Smith Lake
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick has confirmed the body of a 5-year-old male was recovered from Smith Lake after the...
Taziki’s partners with, donates $1K to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. – Keith Richards, owner of the new Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe in Cullman, announced a partnership with Cullman Caring for Kids at the...
Chick-fil-A closes temporarily for reconstruction
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s Chick-fil-A closed its doors Thursday, June 15. The building will be demolished and a new, more efficient building constructed in...
Pet of the week: My Bonnie lies over the sea
CULLMAN, Ala. – Bonnie, a 1-year-old female pit terrier mix with striking chocolate eyes, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
Bonnie is...
Vinemont man killed in motorcycle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Vinemont man was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 2:45 p.m. Friday, June 16. Alabama State Troopers...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 16, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Fairview HS Principal Chris Gambrill announces retirement
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School Principal Dr. Chris Gambrill on Thursday, June 15, announced his retirement as a full-time educator.
"Dr. Gambrill has made...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 15, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury;...
WSCC: Classes in new Systems Engineering Technology option start this fall
Focus on model-based systems engineering
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces a new Computer Science program option offering certificates and a two-year associate...
Vinemont announces 4th of July fireworks show
SOUTH VINEMONT, Ala. – The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night. announced that the town’s 4th of July fireworks show will be held...
Alabama DHR seeking foster homes for elderly, disabled adults
State will observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – As the state’s population ages, the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR)...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 14, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
List of community storm shelters
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) has provided a list of available storm shelters for inclement weather. If you are not...
‘Treat others the way you would like to be treated’: Hanceville’s...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – One of Hanceville High School’s 2020 graduates is returning home this fall to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher....
City vs. county blood drive this Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Cullman City vs. Cullman County Blood Drive is this Friday, June 16,from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
There’s an urgent need for...
Cullman man drowns at Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man drowned in Smith Lake on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified the victim as...
Plea deal, 20 year sentence conclude 2015 rape and sodomy case
CULLMAN, Ala. – On the morning that opening arguments were to begin in the trial of Jackson Matthew Hall, 32, of Lacey’s Spring, the defendant...
City reveals planned Depot Park transformation
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back in May, the City of Cullman announced it would be making improvements to Depot Park, including changes to the park’s...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 13, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
CCBOE names Ayers HPHS principal, approves joining social media litigation
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County School Board (CCBOE) on June 12 officially hired Nathan Ayers as the new principal of Holly Pond High...
Joey Orr departs Cullman City School Board for Chamber of Commerce...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- With Cullman City School Board member Joey Orr taking over the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce as the group’s new president,...
United We Brunch coming June 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Les Dames of Cullman, a nonprofit focused on creating meaningful mentorship opportunities and bridging the feminine hygiene gap for women and...
Saints MC raises over $13K for Miracle League
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The morning sun glittered brightly atop the Saints MC Clubhouse on Saturday, June 10, 2023, as dozens of riders from...
Good Hope awarded National Fitness Campaign Grant
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its first June meeting at Good Hope City Hall Monday night and approved a pair...
Jury seated in 2015 rape and sodomy case; trial set to...
Defendant had been in prison for a previous offense
CULLMAN, Ala. – Jury selection took place on Monday in Cullman in the rape and sodomy...
Alabama names Rob Vaughn Head Baseball Coach
Jason Jackson to serve as associate head coach
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Rob Vaughn, the 2022 and 2023 Big Ten Conference Coach of the Year, has been...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 12, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 12, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
UNA Board of Trustees approves on-campus stadium project design, planning for...
FLORENCE, Ala. – In a unanimous vote Friday, the University of North Alabama Board of Trustees approved an on-campus, multipurpose stadium project, to be...
Trump to visit Alabama this summer
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) on Thursday announced that Former President Donald Trump will be visiting the state this summer, saying,...
Pilot Club donates $8.5K to Field of Miracles
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Pilot Club of Cullman on Thursday, June 8, 2023, presented a donation of $8,500 to Cullman Parks, Recreation...
Foundation board donates $275K for hospital beds
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Regional Foundation Board of Trustees on Thursday, June 8, 2023, donated $275,000 to the hospital for the purchase of...
2nd Fridays are back!
CULLMAN, Ala. – Friday, June 9, marked the return of 2nd Fridays in downtown Cullman. The summertime favorite is hosted by the Cullman Area...
Home ‘total loss’ in fire
CULLMAN, Ala. – Fire claimed a residence on Oakhill Drive Northwest in the city of Cullman Friday afternoon, June 9.
According to Cullman Fire Rescue...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 9, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
2nd Fridays return June 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mark your calendars – 2nd Fridays return beginning June 9 in and around Cullman’s Warehouse District. The monthly celebration with live...
Flourish kicks off Job Exploration Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Flourish of Cullman’s Job Exploration Program kicked off this week, Monday, June 5, 2023, and will run until June 30, 2023....
Cullman Middle School expansion on track
Construction continues at Cullman Middle School, which is in the midst of a large expansion that will add 16 classrooms and several new amenities....
Sacred Heart hosts summer camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Sacred Heart Church and the Leaven of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (LIHM) sisters hosted “Alive in the Spirit Summer Camp”...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 8, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
A berry big deal!
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama on Tuesday announced the Cullman Strawberry...
Pet of the Week: Joey
CULLMAN, Ala. – Joey, an approximately 8-year-old chihuahua mix with a dusty tan coat, is available for adoption at Cullman County Animal Shelter.
He is...
‘True community and support still occurs and exists’
CAPNA performs ‘block makeover’ on Denson Avenue
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers with and employees of Community Action Partnership of North Alabama (CAPNA) have taken on...
Baileyton man faces 2 capital murder charges in arson, death of...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Baileyton man has been charged with two counts of capital murder in connection with the death of Noah Waters,...
CCBOE names Meigs special education coordinator
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) at its May 2023 meeting approved the hire of Katie Meigs as the system's...
Update: Officials weigh in on Wal-Mart automation investment
CULLMAN, Ala. – As The Tribune previously reported, the Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for Wal-Mart, which...
Holly Pond Town Council selects Deborah Holcomb to complete husband’s term
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council on Monday evening selected Deborah Holcomb to complete the term of her husband Charles Holcomb,...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 6, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 6, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Strawberry Festival named Alabama Strawberry Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the State of Alabama today announced the Cullman Strawberry Festival as the Alabama Strawberry Festival. The...
‘We are glad to be able to help promote these health...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Food trucks, live music and dozens of tents packed with representatives from local nonprofits set the scene at the United Way...
Pups and Pints raises nearly $2.5K
CULLMAN, Ala. – People and pups alike had a pawsitively perfect time at the inaugural Pups and Pints fundraiser on Saturday, June 3. The...
Library summer programs plentiful
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library is offering summer programs for children and adults.
Tuesday, June 6, at 10 a.m. kids will get...
‘$350 million is the largest single capital investment in our history’
City council approves $20M tax abatement for Wal-Mart
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night approved a $20 million tax abatement for...
School-aged kids can get free weekly meals every Tuesday in June
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each Tuesday during the month of June, a week’s worth of free meals will be provided for school-aged children at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 5, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Saints MC 7th annual Miracle League Ride coming June 10
CULLMAN, Ala. – It will be kickstands up for the Saints Motorcycle Club (MC) seventh annual Miracle League Ride Saturday, June 10. The yearly...
Zip in for some fun!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The ribbon was cut on the grand opening of Smith Lake Ziplines Friday, June 2, with representatives from the Cullman Area...
2 arrested after dog found shot, burned and dumped
WEST POINT, Ala. – Two Cullman County men were arrested in connection to the alleged shooting and killing of a dog owned by one...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 2, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Concerns of Police Survivors to host picnic at Sportsman Lake June...
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday, June 3, the Alabama chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) will host its annual picnic at Sportsman Lake...
Arrests and Incidents reported June 1, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Nassetta, Gentry report mostly tame Memorial Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Memorial Day weekend was mostly tame, according to both Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta.
According to...
Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame now accepting nominations
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Veterans Hall of Fame (CVHOF), a mission spearheaded by Fairview native Col. Donald Fallin, aims to recognize and pay tribute...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 31, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 31, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
City parks and rec partners with CIEE to host international college...
Cullman approved as host city for J-1 Visa Program through partnership with Council on International Educational Exchange
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports...
‘It’s about fairness, plain and simple’: Ivey signs bill limiting transgender...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed House Bill 261 into law. The bill limits transgender students to playing sports in public...
Arrests and Incidents reported May 30, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 30, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
ADCNR: Deepwater Horizon settlement projects surpass $1B
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With the conflict among deer hunting factions at an all-time low, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner Chris...
ATM theft causes damage; thieves leave empty handed
CULLMAN, Ala. - An ATM was stolen from the main branch of Merchants Bank in Cullman just after midnight, Monday, May 29, according to the...
Cullman honors fallen, unveils new monument
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman’s annual Memorial Day program was held Saturday, May 27, at Veterans Memorial Park at Sportsman Lake. It was a somber...
Crispy, ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The morning sun was bright, live jam band tunes were pumping and the air held a distinct aroma of crispy, ooey-gooey...
Aderholt: Check passports before booking travel
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Back in February, Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, issued a reminder to make sure your passport is still valid before booking international travel. ...
East Elementary receives Exemplary Reading Program Award
CULLMAN, Ala. – East Elementary School recently received the prestigious Exemplary Reading Program Award issued by the International Literacy Association (ILA). The intent of...
Symbols of their sacrifices
CULLMAN, Ala. – Volunteers and members of Cullman VFW Post 2214 on Friday, May 26, placed American flags along U.S. Highway 31, as they...
