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HHS awards $3.5M to Alabama to combat COVID-19 in rural communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) on Wednesday awarded $3,456,997...
Meet Cullman County Attorney Emily Johnston
CULLMAN, Ala. - Emily Niezer Johnston was recently hired by the Cullman County Commission as the new Cullman County attorney. Johnston replaces former Cullman...
Arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 22, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Busy Bee Cafe reopens for takeout orders with limited menu
CULLMAN, Ala. - After closing March 21 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Busy Bee Cafe has announced that as of April 20, it...
Tim’s Produce: Business ‘unusual good’ during pandemic
JOPPA, Ala. – While many consumers are staying away from bigger chain stores during the pandemic, you can still find produce from local sellers...
City of Cullman rolls out website to help local businesses during...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) on Monday afternoon announced it will be following Birmingham and Huntsville's leads by creating a...
Arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 21, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Meek High mourns death of student athlete, 16
ARLEY, Ala. – There are a lot of heavy hearts in Arley this week. After Meek High School sophomore Trint Ory was tragically killed...
CPD: parking decks not storm shelters; vehicle capacity to be monitored...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sunday, April 12, local residents seeking places to park their cars ahead of a storm predicted to bring hail and...
ADOL has disbursed $164M in COVID-19-related unemployment benefits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Sec. Fitzgerald Washington announced Monday that ADOL has disbursed more than $164 million in COVID-19-related unemployment compensation...
Arrests and incidents reported April 20, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 20, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
COVID-19: Here’s why that reported Cullman Co. death disappeared
CULLMAN, Ala. - For several days, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on its COVID-19 Data and Surveillance Dashboard noted 1 death had...
Work zone crashes up in Alabama: Work Zone Awareness Week April...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Work zone crashes and fatalities on Alabama roads are up. As National Work Zone Awareness Week begins today, the Alabama Department...
Ivey: Decade of environmental progress since Deepwater Horizon
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Monday, Governor Kay Ivey commemorated the passing of 10 years since the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. On April 20, 2010, the...
Agriplex update: programming paused, drive-up farmers’ market in full swing
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex normally has a bounty of programs for children and adults to enjoy. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic,...
Cullman man dies following numerous reports of reckless driving, crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A man died Saturday night following a wreck after numerous reports of reckless driving. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick identified...
Upcoming virtual field trips to feature honeybees, catfish
Alabama farmers will keep their Virtual Field Trips buzzing with an upcoming tour of Auburn University’s Bee Lab. The Virtual Field Trips are offered...
Cullman County Parks and Rec: ‘We want to wait until people...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many community events, parties, weddings and other gatherings to be put on hold. The county’s parks...
Vinemont man dies in motel room fire in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Vinemont man was found deceased in a motel room early Thursday morning in Cullman after Cullman Fire Rescue responded to...
Bringing out the Best: Hanceville Middle School student making masks for...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Grace Cooper, a 12-year-old Hanceville Middle School seventh grader, was already sewing when the pandemic began, so she had the skills...
Rock the South donates $6.5K to Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South (RTS) on Friday presented a $6,500 donation to Cullman Caring for Kids (CCK) to help with COVID-19 relief....
JELCO: ‘We want to do our part to help in the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman manufacturer JELCO, Inc. is now producing personal protective equipment products related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Philip Clemmons, president of JELCO, said...
Cullman resident reflects on career as flight nurse after 4K patient...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When children need to be transported to Children's of Alabama via ambulance or airlift, the whole ordeal can be incredibly stressful...
Alabama National Guard to assist nursing homes with disinfecting, personal protective...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama National Guard under the leadership of Gov. Kay Ivey will assist designated nursing homes in the state response to...
Business/industry owners/leaders: Survey on reopening the local economy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman and the Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) have begun surveying area business owners and industry leaders about...
Arrests and incidents reported April 17, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 17, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Federation president says farmers working hard to keep food, fiber flowing
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama farmers and forest industry personnel continue working to ensure a steady supply of food, fiber and timber during the COVID-19...
Alabama’s March unemployment rate is 3.5%; Cullman County’s rate is 2.9%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted March unemployment rate is 3.5%, up from...
Bringing out the Best: Vinemont molding shop helping produce medical face...
VINEMONT, Ala. - Many small manufacturers across the country, professional and amateur, began turning out components for medical face shields on 3D printers in...
Disabled American Veterans establishes COVID-19 Relief Fund
COLD SPRING, Ky. - Marc Burgess, national adjutant of Disabled American Veterans (DAV) announced Monday that the organization has created a COVID-19 relief fund...
JELCO partners with Cullman Regional to meet supply needs
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional has partnered with JELCO, local manufacturer of quality linemen’s safety and utility products, to help meet the supply needs...
Is my takeout food safe from COVID-19?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – It is no surprise that townspeople across Smalltown, USA are making efforts to continue supporting their favorite local businesses during...
ADOL launches UI Claims Tracker to assist unemployment compensation claimants
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Thursday the agency has launched a new online tool to enable claimants to...
Arrests and incidents reported April 16, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 16, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Wallace State, Town of Colony, Cullman County Museum receive Bicentennial Legacy...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Bicentennial Committee is pleased to announce that the Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts Department, the...
Bringing out the Best: Friends, family, even total strangers respond to...
WALTER, Ala. - The little Walter community in southeast Cullman County is no stranger to meteorological phenomena. The EF-2 tornado that passed through Hanceville...
CRNAs serving Alabamians in the fight against COVID-19
Health care workers and first responders are stepping up in the fight against COVID-19. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are a group of Advance...
Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth visits HomTex
Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth visited the HomTex, Inc. manufacturing facility in Cullman Wednesday to view the production of the company’s DreamFit face masks....
Arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 15, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Courts using technology for virtual hearings
CULLMAN, Ala. - During the COVID-19 shutdown, crime and civil problems continue, and so must the courts. On April 6, Cullman County Presiding Judge...
Birthday parade brings joy to local student
WELTI, Ala. - Joseph Kanaday thought a couple of his buddies were going to drive by his home to wish him a quick happy...
County Commission declares local State of Emergency due to storm, tornado...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission in a special-called meeting Tuesday morning declared a local State of Emergency due to the damage from...
Ivey issues supplemental emergency proclamation to allow parole hearings to resume
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday issued a supplemental emergency proclamation, directing the Board of Pardons and Paroles to resume parole hearings...
Tesha Brewer State Farm to host ‘Feeding Our Frontlines and Blood...
CULLMAN, Ala. – As a thank you to essential employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, local State Farm Insurance agent Tesha Brewer is hosting a...
Ivey awards grant for Auburn Training Connection program to assist entrepreneurs
MONTGOMERY, Ala.- Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded an $80,000 grant to assist in the expansion of a program that aids startup entrepreneurs.
The Auburn Training...
2020 plant considerations for Alabama producers
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—These are unprecedented times. Large companies are closing doors and sending their employees home to work. Small businesses are shipping inventory out...
Cullman County Courts issue instructions for child visitation/custody issues during state...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Recently, Cullman County Presiding Judge Gregory Nicholas issued an administrative order governing child custody and visitation issues during the state-declared public...
Arrests and incidents reported April 14, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 14, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
City of Cullman temporarily suspends recycling program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Council Public Works committee chairman Johnny Cook announced at Monday’s council meeting that the City has temporarily suspended its...
Stormy Sunday: NWS confirms 3 tornadoes in Cullman Co.
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - In the middle of an already strange Easter weekend due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines in...
Cullman Council approves west side arts district, $1.5m loan to HomTex...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved the creation of an arts district on Cullman’s west side, the boundaries of...
Alabama to begin processing claims under CARES Act provisions
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Monday that Alabama will begin processing unemployment compensation claims under all programs created...
Gibbs Garden Center moving to Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala.- Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett at Monday’s city council meeting announced that Gibbs Garden Center will be relocating to Good Hope....
Arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 13, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
(Update) CPD says wife injured, husband died of self-inflicted gunshot
CULLMAN, Ala. - A husband is dead and his wife injured following a shooting at a home on the southeast side of the city...
Victim in shooting on SE side of Cullman identified
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2020/04/13/update-cpd-says-wife-injured-husband-died-of-self-inflicted-gunshot/
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Updated 4/12/2020 1:41 p.m.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatrick has identified the victim as Miles Timothy Dunkin, 56, of Cullman. The injured party,...
Bringing out the Best: Easter Bunny makes early visit to homes...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, a curious character identified only as “Mr. E. Bunny” was spotted in neighborhoods on Cullman’s south side, leaving eggs...
How to safely grocery shop during the coronavirus pandemic
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The novel coronavirus has changed many aspects of our day-to-day lives, including trips to the grocery store. Instead of popping by...
Bringing out the Best: SERVPRO sanitizes Cullman Police vehicles
CULLMAN, Ala. - Technicians from SERVPRO’s Cullman office spent two days this week sanitizing vehicles for the Cullman Police Department (CPD), free of charge....
Cullman Police Department pins 2 officers for 10 years’ service
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) on Friday pinned Sgt. Intae Suh and Officer Clint Sanford for 10 years of service with...
Respiratory therapists: Unsung heroes of the pandemic
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - On the front lines of the battle against COVID-19, doctors and nurses are getting a lot of headlines, and deservedly...
How has COVID-19 affected local law enforcement?
CULLMAN, Ala. - With a sharp rise in domestic violence calls and a quarantine order that needs to be enforced, The Tribune reached out...
Unfurling Old Glory
CULLMAN, Ala. – WoodmenLife continued its practice of donating flags to local organizations, churches and businesses Thursday afternoon, when Cullman’s Woodmen Chapter 1850 unfurled...
Arrests and incidents reported April 10, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 10, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Nail: ‘We’ve got hope’
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail at this week’s Hanceville City Council meeting fought back tears before speaking to the citizens of his city...
Can law enforcement really arrest people for violating the stay-at-home order?
CULLMAN, Ala. - After Gov. Kay Ivey and State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris issued a statewide “stay-at-home” order March 27, some people immediately...
Wisconsin man charged with attempted murder in Cullman County
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Wisconsin man was arrested Wednesday in Good Hope after allegedly stabbing someone.
The Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) said Isadore...
AlabamaWorks! releases business survey to identify COVID-19 impact
MONTGOMERY, Ala – AlabamaWorks is pleased to announce a new tool for all businesses, large and small, related to the COVID-19 impact and future...
ADOL begins paying federal $600 stimulus benefit
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced today Alabama has begun paying the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) benefit that...
Arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 9, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Good Samaritan patients continue to access care amid COVID-19 pandemic
CULLMAN, Ala. - We at Good Samaritan Health Clinic hope that you and your family are safe and healthy.
For those we serve, the consequences...
Rock the South 2020 canceled due to COVID-19
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South will not be happening this year, organizers announced early Thursday morning, saying, “In the best interest of our...
ALEA dispels rumors during Stay at Home Order
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is receiving a high volume of inquiries from motorists concerning enforcement along Alabama roadways, particularly since...
Jacobs proclaims Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs has proclaimed the second full week of April (April 12-18) as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This...
Arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
UAB among 1st in U.S. to offer clinical trial for the...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been selected to begin enrolling patients in an international study assessing the use of...
Cullman Caring for Kids: Child Abuse Awareness Month on hold, child...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As Cullman settles into a quarantine routine, April’s status as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month is easy to overlook, but...
Cullman Caring for Kids: Be safe when visiting food pantry
CULLMAN, Ala. - CCK’s food pantry will be open Wednesday morning, but will be closed Friday in observance of Good Friday. Food distribution will...
Holly Pond purchases land for future projects
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Holly Pond Town Council at its April meeting voted to purchase approximately 13.2 acres of land across from the...
Arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 7, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
State calls for retired medical professionals, medical students to help respond...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Governor’s Office of Volunteer Services (GOVS) recently put out a call for volunteers among retired medical professionals and medical students...
Sharp rise in domestic violence during quarantine
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper reported to The Tribune that cases of domestic violence are on the rise around...
Cullman Regional accepting handmade mask donations
CULLMAN, Ala. – As Cullman Regional continues to manage its supply of personal protective equipment, it's allowing for the making of alternative, non-commercially produced...
Governor Ivey launches state’s guide to COVID-19 relief efforts
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced the launch of altogetheralabama.org, an online resource that will serve as a hub of information...
Arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 6, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Council considering $1.5M loan to HomTex for expanded mask production
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council announced in an emergency meeting Monday afternoon that it will consider a $1.5 million loan to the...
Businesses applying for federal aid can receive Certificates of Existence through...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Federal resources have been made available to support businesses during the coronavirus pandemic to assist with tax relief, employee protection and...
March and April motor vehicle registration deadline extended to May 15,...
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the purposes of applying Alabama's motor vehicle registration laws and property tax laws as related to the annual registration and...
Commission declares emergency; County employees receive 5% pay adjustment
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission held a special meeting Friday morning, and due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting was closed to visitors...
Victim Services receives funding for 2020 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – Victim Services of Cullman has received funding from the National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA) through a grant from the...
HomTex begins production of filtered face masks at Cullman facility
Updated 4-3-20 at 5:07 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Friday, Cullman-based textile manufacturer HomTex announced that its Cullman facility will begin producing a reusable and...
Cullman City Primary School sends students off with drive-by parade
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the school closure and schools turning to online courses for students, many schools are hosting “drive-by parades” to say good-bye...
Cullman Council, mayor issue orders limiting number of customers in retail...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday passed a resolution followed by an order from Mayor Woody Jacobs limiting the number of...
Arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Jacobs proclaims April ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday officially proclaimed the month of April 2020 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in the city...
Hanceville opts out of Families First Coronavirus Response Act
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Hanceville City Council held a special meeting Thursday afternoon outside of city hall to consider a resolution to opt out of...
Alabama farmers to host virtual field trips every Friday through May...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - How do peanuts grow? When do Alabama farmers grow different fruits and vegetables? What’s the difference between a cow, a bull...
Bringing out the Best: ‘They showed up in waves’
FAIRVIEW, Ala.- It was a bittersweet farewell at Fairview Elementary School Monday as administrators, teachers and staff waved and greeted students- from a safe...
Bringing out the Best: Vinemont teacher connects with 3rd-grade student via...
VINEMONT, Ala.- As schools and students across the county and state work to transition to at-home/distance learning due to school closures, teachers are finding...
Arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
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