127th annual Cullman County Courthouse Singing Convention coming July 13-14
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Saturday and Sunday, July 13-14, Cullman will celebrate what has become a unique tradition in Alabama: the state’s last regular...
Pet of the Week: Make some room for Murphy!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares this week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week: Murphy!
According to Ruttkay, Murphy is...
Files from Yesteryear: 1917 and 1937
From the Files of 1917:
Mrs. Leigh Taliaferro returned to her home in Nashville, on Saturday, after a visit with Mr. and Mrs. G.S. Leeth.
D.T....
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1951
Teen Chatter
Out Friday night were:
Leona Giles and Donald Patrick,
Edigna Edwards and Bob Ward,
Martha Pierce and Raymond Tucker,
Jackie Culver and Kenneth...
Customers find fragrances, clothes and faith at Lavish Boutique
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Inside Lavish Boutique in Cullman’s Warehouse District, shoppers are sure to
find beautiful clothes and accessories, sweet fragrances and perhaps some divine
inspiration. Near the...
Ready to Sizzle: Sizzlin’ Seniors of Good Hope to resume limited activities
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Sizzlin’ Seniors of Good Hope are back!! After a year of senior centers restricting in person meetings due to...
Historic Downtown Hanceville
HANCEVILLE – Downtown Hanceville is truly a sight to see, there are so many buildings lining the streets that are filled with old memories....
24th Annual EvaBank Midnight Run set to take off Friday night
CULLMAN - Get ready to get your glow on at the 2016 EvaBank Midnight Run on Friday, Aug. 19 at 11:59 p.m. The race...
Wallace State Jazz Band presenting Big Band Dance April 16
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Jazz Band is proud to announce the return of its Big Band Dance Friday, April 16 at the...
Find, share recipes at Outdoor Alabama’s Wild Eats page
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - If your hunting season has gone well and you have plenty of wild game to prepare, you may be looking for...
Exercise your food freedom during Fourth of July weekend
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Fire up the grill, grab a few sparklers and get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July weekend.
While the patriotic...
Hanceville Public Library gets ready for summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville Public Library has loads of events planned for its community this summer and they are so excited to get started....
Mirroring History: Walker’s Corner U.S.A.
BERLIN – Located next door to the Berlin Quick Stop, Walker’s Corner U.S.A. has supplied Cullman County with hardware and plumbing supplies for many...
Celebrating our history: Colony will hold Black History Month celebration Feb. 27
COLONY, Ala. - The Town of Colony will celebrate Black History Month Saturday, Feb. 27 by creating a temporary community history museum at the...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1954
Mrs. Icie Rowe Alley will receive a masters from the University of Alabama on Friday. Richard Johnston and Gloria Florence will be awarded bachelor...
Honoring Local Artists and Serving the Community
CULLMAN - Chamber for Charities proudly presented their Third Annual Art After Hours last Tuesday at TP Country Club. Both current Chamber members and...
East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church celebrates 100 years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Sunday morning, the congregation of East Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church gathered for a twofold celebration: the annual recognition...
Blessings in a bag: Destiny Church delivers gift bags to Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bright and early Thursday morning, representatives from Destiny Church arrived at the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) with boxes upon boxes...
Files from Yesteryear: 1903, 1933 and 1953
From the Files of 1903:
Miss Agnes Imbusch has entered Notre Dame College in Cleveland, Ohio.
Miss Maude Jones left yesterday to enter school in Nashville.
Professor...
Files from Yesteryear: 1933, 1952
From the Files of 1933:
Mrs. J.E. Pierce and son, Leroy of Cullman, spent the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Nesmith at...
Funny Things from Yesterday: You spit on me
During the early and mid-1950s, I was attending A.P.I. (Alabama Polytechnic Institute), which is now Auburn University. A few other boys from Cullman were...
Files from Yesteryear: 1954
Each week, we're going to share a few items from The Cullman Tribune's archives. It may not be "important" news, but we think it's...
Palomino RV Resort hits full capacity for Memorial Day
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s investment in the development of an RV park, the Palomino RV Resort, at the Burrow Farm site on County Road...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Cullman County
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature,...
Senior Outreach Organization performs Heehaw Show at Hanceville Civic Center
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Senior Outreach Organization performed their Heehaw Show at the Hanceville Civic Center on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. The cast, directed...
House Plant Collective announces Cullman pop-up
CULLMAN, Ala. - Calling all green thumbs! House Plant Collective has announced a plant-loving pop-up in Cullman on Sept. 18, with their Plant Bus....
Cullman Regional seminar: Nutrition Myth Busters
CULLMAN - Are low-fat foods always better? Will a low-sodium diet help my blood pressure or diabetes? Will eggs raise my cholesterol? Find out...
Happy 100th, Idell Williams!
CULLMAN, Ala. - A very happy 100th birthday to the lovely Idell Williams, who hit the milestone Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020.
Williams enjoyed a surprise...
A Round of Applause for the (Cullman County) Joy-Givers: Phil Cabri and daughters
HOORAY FOR THE JOY-GIVERS! We always need more smiles, music and laughter. The “local” version of this fun series salutes those seriously unsolemn people,...
Over vs. under watering house plants
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Wouldn’t it be nice if house plants could talk? That would certainly make caring for them easier. Many people feel...
18th Annual Tractor Show held at WSCC
HANCEVILLE – On Saturday at Wallace State Community College the 18th Annual Hanceville Antique Tractor and Engine Show was held.
The event, which was coordinated...
Wallace State Kicks Off Arts in April Events
HANCEVILLE – The annual month long Arts in April event is back at Wallace State Community College. New exhibits featuring every medium of art...
Tom Sawyer Musical at St. Bernard
CULLMAN - The thespians of St. Bernard Prep will perform “Tom Sawyer: The Broadway Musical” this week, Feb. 25-27. Showtimes are 6:30 on Thursday,...
Wallace State Alumni Association resumes travel program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Alumni Association announces plans to resume its travel program, with trips planned for the fall, winter and spring.
“We’re...
Veteran Memorial: Bertis Emry Green
Bertis Emry Green
Bertis Emry Green was born May 14, 1917, to parents Jesse James and Mattie Estelle Green. They lived in the Etha community...
This week in Cullman history (April 25-May 2): Tornado outbreak of April 27, 2011
Tornado as it passed near Highway 157 after leaving city of Cullman (Credit: Bill Piper)
At least four tornadoes struck Cullman County on April 27,...
Files from Yesteryear: From the Files of 1930:
The Good Hope 4-H Club met January 20 at the school. Mrs. Rounds called the meeting to order. A demonstration was given on making...
Hanceville Music Fest features popular country band Confederate Railroad as headliner for Saturday event
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A small but lively crowd came out to Hanceville’s Veterans Park Saturday night to enjoy the Hanceville Music Fest featuring country...
Veteran Memorial: Wayne Brock and Quinton Edgar “Bill” Cheatwood
Quinton Edgar “Bill” Cheatwood
Quinton Edgar Cheatwood was born June 10, 1925 to parents Felton and Aurella Cheatwood in Cullman County. He was known to...
A look into our past: Found ledgers of J.A. Callaham, part 2
Read part 1 at www.cullmantribune.com/2019/11/16/a-look-into-our-past-found-ledgers-of-j-a-callaham.
Within the ledgers of Jared Alexander (J.A.) Callaham are many detailed lists and cherished words of wisdom. Besides being...
Plenty to do on Saturday
CULLMAN - If you are looking for something to do in and around Cullman on Saturday, there are plenty of options from which to...
First Source for Women’s ‘Touch a Life’ Telethon raises more than $35K
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pregnancy services provider First Source for Women on Thursday evening raised $35,375 at its first-ever virtual “Touch a Life” Telethon, moving...
COVID beats: pandemic playlists
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Stay at Home order continues on and people are missing their friends and trying to keep themselves entertained. Music is...
Funny Things from Yesterday: My first bath in the nursing home
Rudene and I had good plans for a weekend of rest and relaxation. We were going to go to Auburn on Thursday and wait...
Applications open for senior farmers market vouchers
DECATUR, Ala. - Spring is on the horizon, and local farmers markets are preparing to open in a few months. This also means applications are...
Files from Yesteryear: 1956
From the Files of 1956:
Garden City News
Mr. and Mrs. Dan Chappell and daughter, Patty Ann, of Chicago, Illinois spent the weekend with Mr. and...
Don’t sweat it: Tips for enjoying summer more safely while pregnant
Summertime sunshine in the South increases the risk for heat-related illnesses and death, as the extreme temperatures can damage the brain, heart, kidneys, and...
Area kids get hands-on at local art camp
Local artist Laura Walker held her art camp at The Link of Cullman County this year, where several area kids participated. / Heather Mann
CULLMAN...
Cullman’s Little Free Pantry needs your help
CULLMAN, Ala. – Even with the recent 1% drop in grocery tax, area food banks and free pantries are struggling to keep up with...
Christkindlmarkt a celebration of German roots
CULLMAN, Ala. - Is it your dream to experience a German Christmas wonderland? Then the Cullman Christkindlmarkt is the place for you.
Characters such as...
Files from Yesteryear: 1918, 1935 and 1938
From the Files of 1918:
One hundred and fifty-nine of Cullman’s promising young men have been called to go in training for military service under...
Files from Yesteryear: 1905 and 1955
From the Files of 1905:
Charles W. Wollenhaupt, formerly of Cullman, was killed when he was struck by a train near Bessemer, on Monday....
Profile: Local bluegrass band BoomTown
CULLMAN - When Jesse Turner and his friends got together in October of 2015 to form BoomTown, they had no idea it would be...
Elementary students give musical performances at Vinemont Music and Art Fair
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Vinemont Elementary School K - 5th grade classes gave performances at the first Vinemont Music and Art Fair on Tuesday....
Movie Review: “Jack Reacher: Never Go Back” 3/5 stars
Image: Paramount Pictures
Directed by Edward Zwick, who directed such films as “Blood Diamond” (2006), “The Last Samurai” (2003) and “Legends of the Fall” (1994),...
COLUMN: Celebrating in the Wundergarten
WILLKOMMEN, Y’ALL! Cooking is a form of storytelling. “WUNDERGARTEN,” the Brothers Grimm-like folktale I wrote and The Cullman Tribune is serializing in its Community...
Fun holiday beverage trail
Several coffee shops around Cullman have rolled out their holiday drink and treat menus and there’s plenty to choose from. From cozy classics like...
Victim Services seeks to bring Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - For victims of sexual violence in Cullman County, access to rapid response by forensic personnel trained to deal with the particular...
Remember our seniors this season
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas is only two weeks away, and for residents in assisted living and nursing homes, this year will be very different...
2nd Friday rescheduled
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that 2nd Friday has been rescheduled to June 18th, due to the weather.
Bands...
FAITH: Preiss family to offer handcrafted veils, mantillas, rosaries at 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Preiss family, known for beautifully handcrafted Catholic chapel veils, mantillas and rosaries, will be showcasing their unique collection at the...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936
Mr. and Mrs. Joe H. Ray attended the funeral of their cousin, Mrs. Sam Bradford, at Bethsadia, on Tuesday afternoon.
Mrs. Kittie Smith, who has...
Augusta’s Sports Bar Gearing Up for Three-day Block Party
CULLMAN – With Rock the South just a few days away, local establishment Augusta’s Sports Bar is preparing for its own country bash as...
Files from yesteryear: 1950
From the files of 1950
Funeral services were held on Friday, at Hopewell for Mrs. Ruby Dial McNeal, who died in Birmingham, on November 16....
Files from yesteryear: 1930
From the files of 1930
Presidents of the various organizations on the Cullman County High School campus are Boys Council – Juel Lee, Girls Council...
Restaurant spotlight: Cullman’s Wissota Chophouse blends Midwestern flavors with Southern culture
Wissota Chophouse introduces a new dining experience to Cullman. Tucked inside the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites on the city’s southwest side, Wissota is a...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Whatcha’ Got Cookin’ Birthday Party
We cruise through acres and acres of red dirt, northern Alabama cottonfields to our destination for “The Whatcha’ Got Cookin’ Birthday Party.” In the...
Grammy and Dove Award-winning artist David Phelps to perform in Decatur on Nov. 3
DECATUR - The unmistakable sound of multi-Dove and Grammy Award-winning recording artist, David Phelps will be featured in Decatur on Thursday, Nov. 3, at...
Cullman Regional offers most advanced breast cancer screenings
CULLMAN - Mammograms are essential for all women, but 40 percent of women in the U.S. have dense breast tissue, which can hide abnormalities...
Local activist joins pro-life, pro-choice march in Birmingham
Pro-life and pro-choice activists converged on Brother Bryan Park in Birmingham on Saturday for the 2017 Birmingham March for Life.
BIRMINGHAM - The Greater Birmingham...
Spreading ‘Rumors’: Cullman Community Theatre takes on Neil Simon’s grown-up comedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) will take on four new projects in one with its production of Neil Simon’s “Rumors” at Stone...
ADEM: Mulberry Fork has returned to “pre-spill” conditions
MONTGOMERY - The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) said on Tuesday it has concluded its investigation into the release of hundreds of gallons...
Explosive response to 2019 Rock the South lineup
Fans enjoy the show at Rock the South 2018 at Heritage Park. This year’s festival has moved to a bigger location and fan response...
Cullman Regional now offering newest technology in total knee & hip replacement with Stryker’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Regional is the first hospital in central Alabama to offer robotic-arm assisted total knee and total hip replacements with its...
FAITH: ‘It’s truly incredible to be surrounded by so many Godly people’: Cold Springs’...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs High School’s Cheyenne Bishop will be a senior in August, and in this interview, she talked about her faith,...
Shane Quick remarks on 2016 Rock the South
CULLMAN - Shane Quick is the co-owner of Premier Productions, the organizer and producer of Rock the South.
Quick and his team have noticed marked...
Wallace State Theatre presents “Singin’ in the Rain” Nov. 3-6
Students from Wallace State Community College’s Drama program prepare for an upcoming performance of “Singin’ in the Rain.” The classic musical will be performed...
Pet of the Week: Relax in the shade with Gramps!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Gramps is a 10-year-old Lab mix. He...
What are you thankful for this year?
The Tribune asked people who were out and about Wednesday: What are you thankful for this year? Here’s what we heard.
Weiss Cottage: Cullman’s Oldest Home
CULLMAN – In the heart of downtown Cullman, located at 401 1st Ave. SW, there sits a little white house. The house, although delicate...
#IAmCullman: Jennifer Murphree of Jen Jen Photography
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
She saved...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
County Board of Education: R.E. Moore, Superintendent; Doctor J.G. Daves, President; T.F. Gladney, Vice- President; Judge Tankersley; A. Pinkerton and...
Images of Australia on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum
HANCEVILLE - Dozens of photographs by Australian photographer Anatole Zurrer are on display at The Evelyn Burrow Museum on the campus of Wallace State...
Senior spotlight: 95 years of living life to the fullest
Military veteran and Vinemont man Robert Doty, lovably known as Mr. Bob in his neighborhood, shared his knowledge and experience from his 95 years...
Suicide prevention: never be afraid to reach out for help
CULLMAN - In the early hours of Thursday morning, Jeremy Kilpatrick wrote and posted a plea on his Cullman County Coroner’s Office Facebook page...
Cullman Homeschool Connection hosts fused glass workshop
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Homeschool Connection recently hosted a fused glass workshop directed towards area teens.
Teens learned about different types of fused glass and...
Editorial: The Policies of Starting Over – Patience
It has been a few weeks since I last wrote anything for The Policies of Starting Over, and for this, I feel I owe...
Vinemont celebrates history
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Elementary celebrated the town’s history Saturday in conjunction with the ongoing Alabama 200 Bicentennial celebration. Chosen as one of the...
Editorial: Our Personal Trainer
“But when he, the Spirit of Truth, comes, He will guide you into all truth.”
John 16:13 NIV
Personal trainers are a wonderful asset in...
Giving blood: the local impact
Photo: Heather Byars with her daughter Claire
Prior to Claire's health issues, I really didn't understand just how beneficial blood donations are. I mostly thought...
SBP Drama puts on ‘Wonderland!’
CULLMAN, Ala. - On April 27 and 28, Saint Bernard Prep’s Drama Department put on “Wonderland!,” an adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in...
CHS Theatre wins Best in Show at State Trumbauer for 2nd straight year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre has done it again, earning Best in Show at the State Walter Trumbauer High School Theatre Festival...
Deer: Attract or deter?
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Deer in residential areas—homeowners either love the friendly visitors or wish they would leave plants alone. While hunting season has...
Cullman Community Theatre plans for 2020 season; informational meeting Jan. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre (CCT), after reforming in 2018 and putting on successful productions of “The Music Man” (2018) and “Oklahoma!” (2019),...
Burrow Museum to present free screening of ‘Community First, a Home for the Homeless’...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College will present a free screening of “Community First, a Home for the...
“Hey, grandpa, what’s this gizmo?”
This milk can was mistaken for a propane tank by a 25-year-old who had never seen or heard of a milk can.
CULLMAN - Ever...
Ready for Rock the South?
CULLMAN, Ala. – This Friday, Rock the South (RTS) returns for its eighth annual installment. Gates will open at noon Friday and Saturday, with...
FAITH: ‘It’s okay to stand out and show your love for Jesus’: Good Hope’s...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope High School’s Madison Green will be starting her junior year in August, and in this interview, she discussed...
Crowds enjoy Hanceville’s Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival
HANCEVILLE - Historic downtown Hanceville was abuzz on Saturday, as crowds enjoyed the 7th Annual Mud Creek Arts & Crafts Festival. The breezy and...
Focusing on mental health this holiday season
CULLMAN, Ala. - As we enter a time of the year where many struggle with loss, challenges and depression, remembering to take charge of...
