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CCSO kept busy with multiple arrests over past week
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple unrelated drug related arrests over the week.
CCSO deputies observed suspicious vehicles at a...
(Update) Apartment fire claims life of 67-year-old Hanceville resident
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - UPDATE: The apartment fire in Hanceville has resulted in a fatality this afternoon. According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, there...
Dissatisfied over CARTS services, Sevita employee sounds off at County Commission...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission met for their monthly meeting on Thursday evening to cover a robust agenda.
During the preceding work session,...
Mental health first aid training to be provided at the Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library will be hosting a Mental Health First Aid training course Tuesday, July 19 and Wednesday, July 20 from...
Community Career Fair gives personal quality to hiring process
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency Thursday to sponsor a Community Career Fair...
Busted Knuckle Off Road Vehicles to expand facility
CULLMAN, Ala. - A group of members from the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, Wallace State, Cullman Area Technology Academy and the Cullman Economic Development...
Elective abortions illegal in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Friday afternoon that the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama has lifted the injunction against...
Tomato enthusiasts prepare for Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Extension Office is hosting a Tomato Taste-Off event at Festhalle Farmer’s Market on June 25th to look for...
Arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 24, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
(Update) Escaped inmate who stole ambulance from UAB, vehicle from Cullman...
PHOENIX, AZ - The manhunt for a Jefferson County Inmate ended on Tuesday after being captured by U.S. Marshal’s in Phoenix, Arizona. Phillip Shane...
Meeting offers second opportunity to apply to WSCC health science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science department will host a Second Opportunity informational meeting on Thursday, June 30, at 10:00 a.m. to...
Sips ‘n Strokes takes class to Ave Maria Grotto on Saturday...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sips ‘n Strokes of Cullman is packing up their paints and canvases for an on-site class at Ave Maria Grotto on...
Arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 23, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Together in 1 House’—showcasing the musical soul of Alabama
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Civic Center is soon to host the songwriter showcase “Together in 1 House,” presented by David Vest with E320...
Kremlin announces refusal to honor Geneva Convention with two Alabamian detainees
Two Alabamian veteran volunteers in the Ukrainian war, Andy Tai Ngoc Huynh, of Hartselle, and Alexander John Robert Drueke, of Tuscaloosa, were taken by...
Jack’s Family Restaurants to reopen location in North Cullman on June...
Cullman, Ala. – Jack’s Family Restaurants (Jack’s) will reopen its restaurant in North Cullman, Alabama on June 27, 2022. In celebration of the restaurant’s...
Zoning Board approves Main Ave./8th St. N.E. variance contingent on City...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Zoning Board of Adjustments and Appeals met on Monday evening with all members present and one item...
Arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 22, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Regional welcomes Neurologist Muhammad Siddiqi, MD to medical group
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional is excited to welcome Neurologist Muhammad Salman Siddiqi, MD, to Cullman Regional Medical Group. Dr. Siddiqi completed his internship...
Primary election runoff narrows field for November’s general election
CULLMAN, Ala. - The primary runoff election proved a statewide success for several candidates with Cullman ties on Tuesday night with Katie Britt and...
West Point Town Council looking for interest in farmers market
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point Town Council met on Monday evening and voted to surplus the old park playground equipment and donate it...
North Alabama Agriplex’s Heritage Skills Camp beginning at the end of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex will be hosting a special Heritage Skills Camp next week from Tuesday, June 28 through Thursday, June...
Arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 21, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Hanceville Math Team state champions recognized at Wednesday Cullman County Board...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The State Championship winning Hanceville Math Team Cullman was recognized at the County Board of Education meeting last Wednesday. Members of...
Sportsman Lake Yard Sale draws hundreds of shoppers Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - In search of good deals on just about every item one can imagine, hundreds of people from Cullman and surrounding areas...
State Delegation gives informational update at Community Luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a Community Luncheon on June 17 at Stonebridge Farms to bring an update on...
Distinguished Young Women program presents showcase and announces 2023 winner
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Former Junior Miss Program, now Distinguished Young Women held a showcase at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre on Saturday, June...
Arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 20, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
WildWater holds official Grand Opening Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - With generations of Cullman County youth decrying the lack of fun activities in town, the City of Cullman Parks, Recreation and...
Colony Senior Center celebrates Juneteenth holiday
COLONY, Ala. - Kizzie Mongomery Leeth, “Aunt Kiz” to many in her community, was born into slavery in Blount County in 1861 to slave...
Community Career Fair to be held June 23 at Active Adult...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development has partnered with Cullman Economic Development Agency to sponsor a Community Career Fair...
Funding opportunities for city and county infrastructure explored during recent D.C....
WASHINGTON D.C. - A band of Cullman County heavyweights made their way to Washington D.C. last week to learn more about grant opportunities and...
Sportsman Lake cuts ribbon on new playground
CULLMAN, Ala. - A ribbon cutting was held at Sportsman Lake Park Friday morning for the brand-new playground. There was plenty of people and...
ALEA driver license offices to close June 20 in observance of...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) Driver License Offices across the state will be closed Monday, June 20, in observance of...
‘Bless Your Sole’ shoe donation kicks off for local students in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Back to school shopping puts a hefty dent into most parent’s budgets as they scramble to gather items from school supply...
Oktoberfest committee accepting nominations for 2022 Burgermeister
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Burgermeister is a tradition at Cullman Oktoberfest dating back to the beginning of the festival. The Burgermeister is nominated each...
The Link holds Farewell Tea for Renew U Coordinator Amber McLaughlin
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the Link, their series of self-help programs including anger management and parenting classes is called Renew U. Coordinator Amber McLaughlin...
Arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 17, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Wallace State’s Center for Career and Workforce Development & Reliance Worldwide...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development and the Machine Tool Technology Department have partnered with Reliance Worldwide...
COVID-19 testing no longer mandated for flights to the U.S., but...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Travelers returning to the United States from foreign countries by air this summer are relieved of one requirement. The Centers for...
Restoring Women Outreach in search of property to expand services
CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach is a 12-step residential sober living program that currently houses 26 residents that have struggled with addiction. The...
Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for...
Cullman, Ala. — Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting indigent...
Arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 16, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Busy weekend for CCSO
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office managed multiple drug-related arrests over the weekend.
Thursday, June 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested...
Alcoholics Anonymous celebrates 87th birthday
AKRON, OH. - “Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life. There’s no question about that. It’s the best thing that ever happened in my life. I...
Vinemont Town Council approves renovation of community center
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council met on Tuesday evening to discuss various improvement projects for the town. The town allocated $16,105.00 of...
New principals named at Good Hope Primary, West Point High
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Board of Education on Wednesday approved the hiring of two new principals. Shanda Garner will be the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 15, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman’s WildWater celebrates grand opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – WildWater Cullman will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, June 17, 2022. Park hours will be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00...
Local man arrested following DV incident
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s office responded to a report of domestic violence in the Valley Grove community on Saturday,...
Antique Tractor and Engine Show provides family fun
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 24th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held on Saturday under the bright sun at Wallace State Community...
Cullman man arrested for drugs; weapons seized after eluding deputies
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies with the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle in the Vinemont area on Sunday,...
Cullman Community Theater presents ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’
CULLMAN, Ala. - "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" is a musical with a book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in the late...
Arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 14, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
City of Hanceville hosts inaugural Bull Bash Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The fun was just starting in Hanceville. The Parade of Bulls was on Friday night and there was a BBQ dinner afterwards. The...
Local author and former CHS teacher holding book reading and signing...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired Cullman High School teacher and now, best-selling author, Dorenda Doyle, will present a reading and signing of her newly published...
2nd Annual Cullman Area Association of Realtors Golf Tournament set for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Association of Realtors Golf Tournament will be held at Cross Creek Golf Course with early bird registration beginning at...
2nd Fridays makes a return to the Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - Friends and families packed nearly a mile stretch of 1st Avenue on Friday night for 2nd Fridays which spanned from Depot...
Arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 13, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman Ballet Theatre School offering Summer Dance Classes
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Ballet Theatre School (CBT) is offering the opportunity for all ages, from young children to adults, to attend Summer Dance...
Among the literacy elite
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools has been named one of only two Science of Reading spotlight districts by the Alabama State Department of...
Search for missing Cullman girl continues
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators are still actively following up on leads in the search for Alana Jean Aldridge.
Ms. Aldridge,...
Cullman man arrested following tip
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of an individual running down the road in the Vinemont area...
Hanceville City Council continues to work with Industrial Board to fund...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council met on Thursday evening where the council voted to approve transferring funds to the Hanceville Industrial Development...
Home Builders Association recognizes four seniors with J.B. ‘Boots’ Hill Memorial...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four seniors were honored at a Family Scholarship Night held by the Cullman County Home Builders Association and hosted by Mitch...
Cullman Police Department asst. chief retires; shares memories, experiences
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Assistant Police Chief Craig Montgomery spent his first day in retirement enjoying some front porch sitting and late morning coffee...
Catch a wave at WildWater’s Grand Opening on June 17
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism’s (CPRST) newest and much anticipated venture will hold its grand opening on Friday, June 17.
Gates...
Teaching and growing for Cullman students continues with The Link’s Enrichment...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s Summer Enrichment Camp welcomed its first week of campers in efforts of keeping the children of...
Arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 10, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
West Point Quiz Bowl team returns from National Championship; Brodie Henry...
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Point High School’s Quiz Bowl team recently returned from the 2022 High School National Championship (HSNCT) which took place...
Cullman City Council welcomes Brad Smith to vacant Place No. 1...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council met on Monday night at City Hall opening with the swearing in on newest council member, Brad Smith.
Smith...
CPD and Cullman Cosmetic Family Dentistry partner for event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is partnering with Cullman Cosmetic and Family Dentistry to host their Smiles for Life event today, June...
Wallace State’s Agriculture/Horticulture Production has four students earn 3M/NC3 scholarships; more...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Four students from Wallace State Community College’s Agriculture/Horticulture Production program are the recipients of The Skilled Trades – 3M Transformational Scholarship,...
Arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 9, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School announces new principal
Cullman, Ala. - Pastor Richard Gaub has accepted the call to become associate pastor and headmaster of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School. Pastor...
Gleann Brook Acres providing better beef with pasture-raised Highland cattle
CULLMAN, Ala. - Scottish Highland cattle are highly sought-after livestock for their docile nature, ability to withstand harsh weather and high-quality beef. Gleann Brook...
Multiple arrested on drug-related charges
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - This past weekend involved multiple drug-related arrests, including drug trafficking charges across Cullman County for the Sheriff’s Office.
On Monday, June...
Planning Commission moves Klein Building project forward
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Planning Commission met on Monday evening at the City Hall Auditorium tasked with holding public hearings on...
Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center provides child swimming lessons
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Wellness and Aquatic Center are currently hosting swimming lessons to get kids ready for summer water activities. Classes will run...
Arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported DATE, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure...
Jones Chapel Fire Department hosting Inaugural Community Day event
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Fire Department is hosting their inaugural Community Day event this Saturday, June 11. It will take place...
Arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 7, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Update: manhunt resolved
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Earlier today, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies arrested Jeffery Barton, 43, of Guinn.
Barton was charged with burglary/force, burglary/no force,...
Bureau of Land Management offers $1000 adoption incentives to give wild...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Agricultural Trade Center on Friday and Saturday hosted The Bureau of Land Management’s Wild Horse and Burro Adoption and...
Preparations underway for 2022 2nd Fridays
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marking its 2022 return, 2nd Fridays in Cullman will hold its June celebration on Friday, June 10 from 5:00 p.m. –...
Warrants, traffic stops lead to drug-related arrests
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office executed warrants over the weekend which ended in several drug-related arrests—along with multiple traffic stops...
Relay for Life hosts Wheels at Wallace car show
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Saturday was a very special day at Wallace State Community College. The school’s Relay for Life team hosted the inaugural Wheels...
NASA partners with industry for new spacewalking, moonwalking services
WASHINGTON DC - NASA has selected Axiom Space and Collins Aerospace to advance spacewalking capabilities in low-Earth orbit and at the Moon, by buying...
Pet of the Week: Share some love with Thena!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Thena!
According to Ruttkay, Thena is...
Lots of family fun planned in Hanceville this month
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville is hopping this summer. After last weekend’s successful Grilled Cheese Festival, the city will be hosting a Bull Bash Weekend...
Time-honored tradition Decoration Day observed across Cullman County
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Decoration Day, an annual observance still common throughout Cullman and North Alabama, has a history steeped in tradition, honor and...
Agriplex ‘Sown in the Soil’ Summer Camp programs taking place in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex “Sown in the Soil” Summer Camp programs are beginning in June for kids to experience growing and...
Governor Ivey shares Alabama earns ‘Silver Shovel’ Award for economic development
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced Friday that Area Development, a national business publication, has selected Alabama for a Silver Shovel Award, recognizing the...
Alabama Department of Public Health issues 2022 Fish Consumption Advisories
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) annually updates fish consumption advisories based on data collected the preceding fall by the...
Reserve your spot for the Sportsman Lake Summer Yard Sale
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sportsman Lake Park will be hosting their Summer Yard Sale on Saturday, June 18.
Gates will be opening at 7:00 a.m. with...
Arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Miss Summer Sunflower and Mr. Summer Sunshine Pageant to be held...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2nd Annual Miss Summer Sunflower and Mr. Summer Sunshine Pageant will be held at Terri Pines Country Club on Saturday,...
Several meth, heroin arrests over the weekend
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Three separate incidents allotted five drug-related arrests over the weekend for the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
On Saturday, May 28, CCSO...
Veterans have their day in court with their mentors by their...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Presiding over the courtroom on the second floor of Cullman County Courthouse, Judge Rusty Turner carefully reviewed each case, assessing the...
Arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2022
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
