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Good Hope could welcome Ultimate Fair in July; Saints MC talks...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Ultimate Fair, originally scheduled to be in Good Hope in April, was canceled due to COVID-19. At Monday night’s...
UPDATED LIST: Commission on Aging senior food distribution
Updated 7-7-20 at 12:37 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Aging is distributing food as part of the USDA’s Farm to Families...
Man, woman charged with assaulting man along Hwy. 91
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man and woman have been charged after allegedly assaulting a man along Alabama Highway 91 south of Holly Pond.
The Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
(Updated) 1 dead, 2 injured in wreck at Hwy. 157/Hwy. 278
Updated 6-7-20 at 9:06 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - One person is dead and two injured in a wreck at the intersection of U.S. Highway 278...
Ride for Justice: Charity motorcycle ride June 20 to benefit Victim...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, June 20, Victim Services of Cullman will host the “Ride for Justice” to promote crime victims’ rights awareness. Riders...
Kickstands up! Miracle League invites athletes to cheer on charity motorcycle...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Miracle League for special needs athletes will get a visit at the Field of Miracles Saturday, June 13 from the...
Cafe Tula Taqueria opens in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville residents suffered the loss of a cozy family restaurant when Bulldogs Country Cook'n announced its permanent closure last month, but...
‘Cat Man Do’ to the rescue!
VINEMONT, Ala. - On Friday afternoon, a long ordeal came to a joyful conclusion when Tiger the cat was rescued from the top of...
Profile: Dodge City Collision Center
The Tribune is highlighting small businesses around Cullman County during the COVID-19 pandemic. Know of one we should feature? Email maggie@cullmantribune.com.
DODGE CITY, Ala. –...
More than 400 law enforcement officers injured in riots across U.S.,...
UNITED STATES - The riots that have followed many peaceful protests across the country over the last several days have resulted in millions of...
Saving Forgotten Warriors cuts ribbon on veterans transitional home in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Saving Forgotten Warriors (SFW) on Friday morning cut the ribbon on a house along Hopewell Street in Hanceville that will serve...
‘You’re saving lives’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual City of Cullman v. Cullman County blood drive took place Friday, with four LifeSouth bloodmobiles parked around town. In...
Access for all: Flourish of Cullman adds new accessibility ramp
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flourish of Cullman, a local service that works with State of Alabama Vocational Rehabilitation Services to help people with developmental disabilities...
‘Couple skate!’: Sports World Skate Center still truckin’ after all these...
VINEMONT, Ala. - While there may be many differences between older and younger generations, one thing surely everyone can agree on is some of...
Enjoy gourmet popcorn, and more, at Kernel Kullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Neal and Holly McLeod saw their first popcorn store while on their honeymoon almost 30 years ago. Years later, while searching...
Cruise-in this Saturday at Grave’s in West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - Grave’s General Store & Diner in West Point will host a cruise-in this Saturday night, June 6, beginning at 5...
Arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 5, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Duchess Bakery sold, to re-open in July
Updated 6-5-20 at 12:20 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – Duchess Bakery lovers, rejoice! The beloved bakery, along with the famous doughnut recipe, has been sold to...
3 CPD officers receive years of service pins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three officers of the Cullman Police Department were recognized Friday morning after putting together a combined 60 years of service within...
Business -almost- as usual
CULLMAN, Ala. - Many have noticed that downtown Cullman is taking on a vintage feel, with the appearance of a gravel road through the...
ADOL has disbursed more than $1.5B in unemployment benefits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today that ADOL has disbursed more than $1.5 billion in COVID-19 related...
Cullman Connect: City of Cullman app launched
CULLMAN, Ala. - The new City of Cullman app, “Cullman Connect,” is now live. It's called “SeeClickFix” in the app stores.
The app will help...
AG Marshall voices support for law enforcement during protests
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Thursday voiced support for law enforcement in their efforts to “protect the public from violence...
Arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 4, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Mark Bussman declares candidacy for mayor of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Mark Bussman this week announced his candidacy for mayor of Cullman. Bussman will challenge incumbent Woody Jacobs in the Aug. 25,...
Local business owners talk about protests, safety concerns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just after protests in Nashville and Birmingham over the death of George Floyd in Minnesota turned into violent riots, a group...
Sen. Doug Jones: ‘This is for long-term economic investment in a...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently, U.S. Senator Doug Jones, D-Alabama, a member of both the Senate Health and Banking Committees, introduced legislation to encourage businesses to...
HAPPENING FRIDAY: Annual City, County blood drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Every summer, LifeSouth hosts a friendly blood drive “competition” between the City of Cullman and Cullman County. This year’s drive is...
Reggie Dodson seeking 2nd term as mayor of Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala.- Vinemont Mayor Radginal “Reggie” Dodson announced Wednesday morning that he will seek a second term. This is the first election in which...
Connection, interrupted: Baileyton residents express frustration over lack of internet services
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Frustrated Baileyton residents and leaders had an opportunity Monday night to speak with Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview and Sen. Garlan Gudger,...
HomTex repays $1.5M, plus interest, to City of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Textile manufacturer HomTex on Wednesday afternoon presented a check to the City of Cullman to repay a $1.5 million loan made...
BREAKING: Alan Jackson concert postponed until June 12
CULLMAN, Ala. - County star Alan Jackson's Small Town Drive-In concert scheduled for June 5 in Cullman has been rescheduled for June 12.
The following...
Arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
James Fields weighs in on Cullman protests
CULLMAN, Ala. - As anti-racism protests in Cullman’s Depot Park entered their third day Tuesday, former State Representative James Fields returned to meet for...
‘Cullman Strong’: Group prepares to defend homes, property amid rumors of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As a peaceful protest against racism and the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis was winding down at Cullman’s Depot Park...
(Updated) Cullman demolition company helps dismantle Confederate monument in Birmingham
Updated 6-3-20 at 10:33 p.m. with a comment from Britt Demolition
CULLMAN, Ala. - As protests and riots sweep the nation in the aftermath of...
Shirley Arnett announces candidacy for mayor of Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Councilwoman Shirley Arnett on Tuesday night announced her candidacy for mayor of the town. The Municipal Election will be Tuesday,...
Holly Pond council talks new senior center, census initiative, reopening library
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond is in the process of securing land near the Guy Hunt Library to build a new...
AG Steve Marshall files new lawsuit against City of Birmingham over...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that he has filed a new lawsuit against the City of Birmingham for its removal...
Fairview council appoints new councilwoman, talks traffic lights, fireworks
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The newly-installed traffic lights at Alabama Highway 69 and Wesley Avenue in Fairview were still flashing as of Tuesday afternoon. While...
Arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 2, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Make a splash! Spring Valley Beach Water Park now open
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Area summer favorite Spring Valley Beach Water Park opened for the season Saturday, with new rules in place due to COVID-19.
“Operational...
Alabama Lineman Appreciation Day: What to know about the job and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When the weather is hot and humid, we here in Alabama appreciate having a home or workplace full of cool dry air...
Arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 1, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Ivey authorizes activation of Alabama National Guard in response to violent...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey announced Monday she has given authorization to Adjutant General Sheryl Gordon with the Alabama National Guard to activate...
Ivey issues statement in response to Sunday night Birmingham protests
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday issued the following statement in response to the Birmingham protests:
"Like so many others throughout the country...
Protesters in Cullman demonstrate against racism; counterprotesters vow to protect property
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday afternoon, a group of young people who, at times, numbered around 25, came to Depot Park to protest racism...
Cullman man killed in I-65 wreck
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed Friday in a wreck on Interstate 65 in Limestone County. Alabama State Troopers identified the...
Go, Dragon, go! First crewed space launch from American soil since...
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Private spaceflight developer SpaceX and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on Saturday afternoon launched two astronauts on a...
Coyotes in Cullman?
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Tribune has received an increasing number of reports of coyotes spotted in and around the city limits of Cullman over...
Participate in Alabama Backyard BioBlitz June 5
FAIRHOPE, Ala. - All Alabamians are invited to join Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in celebrating World Environment Day by participating in the...
Hanceville ‘breaks ground’ on new senior center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville celebrated the groundbreaking for the city’s new senior center Friday morning. The ceremony was held at the...
City of Cullman announces changes to sanitation schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman this week announced changes to sanitation schedules for two areas, effective June 16, 2020.
Trash collection day will...
COVID-19: State adds 501 cases, Cullman Co. adds 18 cases in...
Friday evening COVID-19 update from the Alabama Department of Public Health
CUMULATIVE numbers:
Confirmed cases in AL: 17,031 (+501 since yesterday)
Confirmed deaths in AL: 610 (+19...
Second chance: The Link of Cullman County gears up for program...
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the United States, almost 44% of people released from prison will be arrested again within one year, 68% within three...
Strike! Cullman Bowling Center open again
CULLMAN, Ala. – Entertainment venues (e.g. arcades, theaters, bowling alleys) in Alabama were given the green light to re-open May 22 by Gov. Kay...
COVID-19 patient leaves Cullman Regional after 52 days
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man who spent 52 days at Cullman Regional due to complications from COVID-19 on Friday was discharged. Staff lined the...
Cullman City Council grants permit for June 5 Alan Jackson concert
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Friday officially granted the special event permit for country star Alan Jackson’s June 5 Small Town...
Arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 29, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Bringing out the Best: Cullman Savings Bank donates $1K to Good...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Savings Bank (CSB) donated $1,000 to Good Samaritan Health Clinic Friday, as part of the institution’s Cullman Savings Bank Giving...
David Moss announces candidacy for Cullman City Council, place 2
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Councilman David Moss on Friday announced plans to run for election to the council seat to which he was...
Hanceville’s Confederate Railroad concert a go for Sept. 19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is moving forward with its planned Sept. 19 concert at Veterans Park. The popular country/Southern rock group...
‘Thankfully we were able to stay open’
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many businesses, big and small. Many big box “essential” stores have relied on delivery and curbside...
Madison man indicted for possessing pipe bomb
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A federal grand jury on Thursday indicted a Madison man for possessing a pipe bomb, announced U.S. Attorney Jay E. Town...
Longtime Cullman physician Phil Freeman passes away
CULLMAN, Ala. - Longtime Cullman physician Phil Freeman passed away Tuesday. Below is his full obituary:
Dr. Phillip Wood Freeman, 69, of Cullman, Alabama passed...
‘Coach’ Andy Page announces bid for re-election to Cullman City Council,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - “Coach” Andy Page on Thursday announced he is running for re-election to the Cullman City Council, place 1. The Municipal Election...
Arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 28, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Troopers: 5 traffic fatalities, 4 waterway fatalities Memorial Day Weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated 375 traffic crashes with five fatalities, as well as 10 boat crashes...
‘We are ready to see them and hug their necks’: Commission...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As many restrictions due to COVID-19 are being lifted in Alabama, none have yet been lifted for senior centers, which will...
Contest searches for Bama’s Best Pulled Pork
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - As the Alabama Pork Producers search for Bama’s Best Pulled Pork, the group has one question for the state’s residents —...
Alabama farmers now eligible for Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Beginning Tuesday, May 26, Alabama farmers and ranchers affected by coronavirus will have an opportunity to apply for monetary relief...
43 days left to apply for Primary Runoff absentee ballot
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Ahead of the July 14 Primary Runoff Election, Secretary of State John Merrill reminds Alabama voters that there are 43 days...
Justin Jeffries facing 4 charges of sexually abusing children younger than...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Justin Anthony Jeffries, 26, of Arab, who fled from Alabama to Oregon in April, was back in Cullman this week after...
Plants for a purpose
CULLMAN, Ala. – Tuesday morning yielded a good time for Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County (FPLCC) and the Cullman County Department...
(Updated) Reports: Cullman Tuesday Morning store to close
Updated 5-27-20 at 4:59 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tuesday Morning Corporation on Wednesday announced it has filed voluntary petitions for protection under Chapter 11 of...
Commission: Smith Lake Park 4th of July Fireworks & Music Festival...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Smith Lake Park 4th of July Fireworks & Music Festival has been canceled due to COVID-19. Cullman County Parks...
Arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 27, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Colony: Complete the 2020 Census, you might win a 50-inch TV!
COLONY, ALA. - Colony residents: your town government wants you to complete your 2020 Census, and the town council might give you a television...
All hats in the ring: Colony mayor, council members announce re-election...
COLONY, Ala. - During their regular meeting Tuesday evening, Colony Mayor Donnis Leeth and all four members of the Colony Town Council declared their...
Arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 26, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Links for Literacy fundraising golf tournament is on!
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Alabama carefully reopens from the COVID-19 shutdown, golfers will have an opportunity to get outside for fresh air and fellowship,...
BREAKING: Alan Jackson to perform in Cullman June 5
Updated 5-27-20 10:43 a.m.
Details: Alan Jackson Small Town Drive-In Concert
Friday, June 5 at York Farms, 1872 County Road 469, Cullman, AL
Gates open at 5:30...
Holiday closings, sanitation schedules
City of Cullman and Cullman County offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
City of Cullman sanitation routes will run...
Cullman Library offering no-contact pick-up services
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library System’s (CCPLS) main branch held a soft re-opening at the end of April and continues to...
United Way preparing for 2nd round of COVID-19 Community Relief Fund...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) held its virtual 2019-20 campaign celebration Wednesday, The Tribune got to sit down with...
St. Paul’s Alumni and Friends Dinner and School Auction rescheduled for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The St. Paul’s Lutheran School Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction that was originally scheduled for April 18 at Terri...
ADOL warns of unemployment compensation scams
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) is warning unemployment compensation recipients to beware of scammers who may be seeking to fraudulently...
Jacobs to seek 2nd term as mayor of Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Friday announced that he will seek a second term in office. The Municipal Election will take...
Arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Man, woman charged with multiple sex crimes against child younger than...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man and woman were arrested this week in Cullman County, charged with multiple sex crimes against a child younger than...
Supporting local growers
CULLMAN, Ala. – The COVID-19 pandemic has had an economic impact on many industries this spring. Cullman’s Festhalle Farmers’ Market is open, supporting local...
History under our feet
CULLMAN, Ala. - A City of Cullman construction crew working on the improvement project on First Avenue Southeast uncovered a small patch of the...
Alabama’s April unemployment rate is 12.9%; Cullman County’s rate is 11.7%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington on Friday announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted April unemployment rate is 12.9%, up...
Bringing out the Best: Rumors Deli feeds patients at Good Samaritan...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rumors Deli paid a flavorful visit to Good Samaritan Health Clinic Thursday, delivering 100 meals for the clinic staff to give...
AHSAA schools may begin summer activities June 1
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
– Alabama High School Athletic Association member schools may re-open June 1,
in accordance with Alabama State Department of Education Superintendent Dr.
Eric Massey’s directive...
Arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Ivey loosens restrictions on entertainment venues, athletics, schools, day cares, camps
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday presented the State’s amended Safer at Home Order, which will go into effect Friday, May...
2 charged after assault, burglary at campground
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people are being held in the Cullman County Detention Center without bond after being charged with first-degree burglary. Authorities say...
United Way of Cullman County celebrates 2019-20 campaign with online party
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) on Wednesday went online for a virtual celebration of its 2019-20 campaign. After a livestream...
