WSCC Workforce Training Center revolutionizes career development
CULLMAN, Ala. - Located on the grounds of REHAU’s automotive manufacturing facility in Cullman, the Workforce Training Center provides facilities for short-term training programs and services provided by the college’s Center for Career and Workforce Development.
For people interested in learning a new career skill,...
‘Tons of snuggles’
Stuffed animal reading pet adoption day at CCPS
CULLMAN, Ala. - Storytime at Cullman City Primary School last week turned into a surprise pet adoption day for young students learning about the importance of reading through the children’s book "Madeline Finn and the Library Dog"...
Op-Ed: ‘Are we as women safe to run alone? Are we safe alone, period?’
Over the last two years, there has been a heightened number of attacks on female runners, which begs the question — are we safe alone?
The Memphis case in which Eliza Fletcher, a 34-year-old mother and teacher was found slain after her early morning training...
1st step toward Cullman Intermediate School
East, West Elementary hold combined professional development session
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is working toward its goal to eventually establish a combined intermediate school for all elementary students in grades three to five, and to make sure faculty and staff are fully aligned,...
‘IT’S MORE THAN JUST BASKETBALL TO US’: Good Hope downs T.R. Miller 63-35 to capture 1st state championship
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Friday was a historic and emotional day at Legacy Arena for the Good Hope Lady Raiders. After coming up short of their goals the last few seasons, the senior-led Lady Raiders broke through in a big way Friday night, defeating T.R....
Bouncers Inflatable Rentals hosting Thursday open play through March
GOOD HOPE, Ala. Attention families, parents, caregivers and carefree adult-sized children at heart: Bouncers Inflatable Rentals will be hosting open play each Thursday through the month of March.
“We've had multiple people reach out and ask if we would consider offering open play and since...
Pet of the week: Meet Belle
CULLMAN, Ala. - A tale as old as time, as true as it can be. This golden beauty is Belle, a striking mix of Australian Shepard and retriever with a silky coat and spotted paws. She is sure to nose her way into the...
NOAA Weather Radio broadcast returning ahead of severe storm season
CULLMAN, Ala. - The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is the “big gun” of the United States when it comes to tracking, predicting and preparing for severe weather and severe weather warnings. Its National Weather Service is responsible for issuing watches, warnings and...
PREP BASEBALL: Good Hope downs Cold Springs on the road 20-6, Thursday scoring recap
Good Hope 20 - Cold Springs 6 (Baseball)
Good Hope jumped out to a quick lead in their opening at-bats. They quickly loaded the bases with no outs, then Carter Naramore hit an RBI groundout, Colten Whatley got hit by the pitch, Dakota Overton drew...
Render Aid Alabama’s 1st Winter Wellness Festival sees 200
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Feb. 24, the nonprofit outreach program Render Aid Alabama hosted its inaugural Winter Wellness Festival at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center. The event was aimed toward giving the community access to the resources needed during trying and hard...
Guest voices: Cold Springs students tour event venues
On Feb. 22, 2024, Cold Springs High School Family and Consumer Sciences classes took 25 students on a field trip to tour local Cullman venues.
In the Event Planning class, students learn about different types of venues and what it takes to put on an...
Explore, learn and innovate
STEAM Camp 2024 at Wallace State
CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, Wallace State Community College is set to become a hub of innovation and learning with the return of the highly anticipated STEAM Camp. Designed for students entering grades three through eight in the 2024-2025...
Good Hope High School pageants set for March 16
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope High School will host its Fair Queen Representative and Princess and Heritage Pageants on Saturday, March 16, beginning at 4 p.m. in the high school gymnasium. The Fair Queen Representative Pageant will be first, followed by the Princess...
United Way Crawfish & Shrimp Boil coming March 15
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County’s annual Crawfish & Shrimp Boil will take place Friday, March 15, from 5-7 p.m. at Goat Island Brewing. The all-you-can-eat seafood feast will feature a traditional Cajun boil of fresh crawfish and shrimp, along with...
My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet brings strength athletes to centerstage
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the heart of what has become a standout community gym, skin would meet metal as titans battled for the top spot to be called the strongest in the community. The air was vibrant with the sounds of clanging weights, roaring...
Cullman City Schools Numeracy Night set for tonight
CULLMAN, Ala. - Primary and elementary parents seeking more information on what the Alabama Numeracy Act means for local schools can learn more on Wednesday, Feb. 28, at Cullman City Schools Numeracy Night, which will be hosted at Cullman High School in Tillman Hall...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville remains unbeaten with 16-11 win over Vinemont
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Hanceville Bulldogs hosted the Vinemont Eagles in a huge county game on Monday afternoon. This game saw both teams have big innings that had both sides on the edge of their seats, but a big sixth inning by the Bulldogs was key...
Cullman Savings Bank donates almost $20K to Festhalle Farmers Market
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Savings Bank recently donated $19,900 to the Festhalle Farmers Market, the largest farmers market in Cullman. This contribution underscores the bank's commitment to supporting local agriculture and community initiatives.
The Festhalle Farmers Market, a hub for over 28 local farmers and...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘I love this team’: No. 1 Good Hope races past No. 2 Prattville Christian 59-29 to advance to 4A State Finals
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The top-ranked Good Hope Lady Raiders have been on quite a run this postseason and they made sure it would end in the state finals when they hit the court Tuesday. Good Hope faced off against the three-time defending state champion...
Election 2024: Tribune debates return Feb. 28
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune will resume its political debates in March. Hosted and filmed at The Tribune office, the debates will be an up-close deep dive into local candidates’ positions and opinions on a wide range of topics relating to the offices...
Bearcat Transportation coming soon to Cullman City Schools families
CULLMAN, Ala. – While Cullman County Schools provides bus transportation for its students, Cullman City Schools does not. Under Alabama law, county schools systems are required to offer transportation for all students, while city school systems and public charter schools are not required to...
Foundation announces groundbreaking on Field of Miracles resurfacing project
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Parks and Recreation Foundation recently announced the groundbreaking of the resurfacing project for the Field of Miracles, a multiuse sports complex that has served as a beacon of inclusivity and athletic enjoyment for all abilities since its inception. The...
PREP BASEBALL: Addison falls to Decatur Heritage at home 7-3
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted another tough opponent in the 3A Decatur Heritage Eagles. The Bulldogs have opened 1-4 on the season but all their opponents have been quality higher classification schools. The only school in the same class was Hackleburg and Addison defeated the Panthers.
Addison...
ALDOT performing drilling and testing on I-65 this week
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - In preparation for future resurfacing of Interstate 65 in Morgan County and parts of Limestone and Cullman counties, Alabama Department of Transportation crews are performing drilling and testing this week, weather permitting.
Motorists are advised to expect intermittent lane closures from 8...
Mail carrier finds deceased man in SW Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is investigating after a mail carrier found a man deceased with a gunshot wound Monday, Feb. 26.
Chief David Nassetta said the call was in the 1600 block of Logan Street Southwest.
“The male was found by a mail carrier,...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 4 Cold Springs falls to No. 1 Mars Hill in 2A State Semifinals 60-50
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles were back in familiar territory Monday night, competing in the 2A State Semifinals at Legacy Arena for the fourth time in six years and they were facing a familiar foe. The fourth-Lady Eagles met top-ranked Mars...
Cullman County Schools announces February Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
(Pictured with students are Adam Edmonson/Co-Op Coordinator, Dr. Shane Barnette/Cullman County School Superintendent, Tim Melton/AmFirst Teacher of the Month, Beverly Cochran/AmFirst Membership Development Manager, Angela Blair/AmFirst Regional Development Coordinator, Ava Burns/AmFirst Cullman Teller)
Tim Melton has over 30 years experience in the automotive industry, and...
Pedestrian struck, dog killed
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department confirmed that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Sportsman Lake Road and U.S. Highway 31 around 6:50 p.m. Sunday. Chief David Nassetta said a female was hit as she tried to cross the road while walking her...
Planning and planting your summer garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library on Thursday hosted a class on how to plan and plant a summer garden, held by the Cullman County Extension Office.
During the class, Cullman County Extension Office Coordinator Kira Sims explained, “A...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below is a roundup of some of the latest arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office.
Feb. 15
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Shawna Lashay Glasco, 45, of Cullman, was identified as the driver.
A subsequent search of the vehicle and...
Books & Banter, new student-led book club, welcomes all current Wallace State students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students have a new opportunity to expand their literary horizons with the launch of Books & Banter, a student-led book club on campus. The club welcomes all current students to engage in lively discussions and discover new...
West Elementary PTA announces Bearcat Glow Bash
CULLMAN, Ala.- The parents involved in West Elementary School’s Parent Teacher Association (PTA) are busy making plans for the school’s annual end of the year party for students. This year, however, the West Elementary PTA and East Elementary PTA have decided to join forces...
Catching up with the Cullman Electric Co-Op
CULLMAN, Ala. - In early February, Governor Kay Ivey awarded over $188 million in grants in a bid to help expand internet service provider’s reach through many “middle-mile”” projects throughout the state. One of those grant recipients was the Cullman Electric Cooperative’s (CEC) middle-mile...
Files from yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the files of 1937
Miss Jeanette Green returned Wednesday from Roswell, New Mexico, where she has been since January. Her many friends are glad to see her again at the George Stiefelmeyer Store.
College student: “Say, what’s the idea of wearing my raincoat?” Roommate: “You...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview edges Good Hope on the road, Saturday scoring recap
Fairview 13 - Good Hope 11 (Baseball)
Good Hope got on the scoreboard first in the bottom of the first inning. They loaded the bases with nobody out, then Carter Rutherford scored on a wild pitch to give the Raiders the early lead. Later on,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs, Good Hope preparing to tip off Final 4 matchups
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – After winning their respective Regional Championships, Cold Springs and Good Hope are both headed to the Final Four. The Lady Eagles cruised past Vincent and Locust Fork to advance to the semifinals for the fourth time in six years and the...
Commission declares local state of emergency regarding CR 222 sinkhole
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled meeting on Feb. 22, the Cullman County Commission discussed the sinkhole that was recently discovered along County Road 222. It declared a local state of emergency to clear the path for emergency funding and lowered restrictions from...
Hanceville City Council swears in new member, continues talks on community pool
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville City Council at its Feb. 22 meeting swore in new councilman, Kenneth Cornelius.
Cornelius officially joined the council after taking the oath of office, an occasion met with applause and a warm welcome from Mayor Jimmy Sawyer, who expressed his...
New library director hired
CULLMAN, Ala. - At its monthly meeting on Feb. 22, the Cullman County Library Board unanimously approved Amber Thornton as the new director of the Cullman County Public Library System.
Interim Director Jill Meggs, after the approval of the minutes from the January meeting,...
Elections 2024: Who’s paying whom?
Complete list of contributions and expenditures for all candidates for office in Cullman County
CULLMAN, Ala. – Understanding where candidates’ funding comes from and where it goes can help voters understand what candidates believe and what causes they support, what kinds of people they represent...
Legendary announcer Eli Gold named “Voice of the Nashville Kats”
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville Kats of the Arena Football League have named legendary broadcaster Eli Gold to be the Voice of the Nashville Kat as their play-by-play announcer for all games this season.
The Kats have also secured a flagship radio broadcast agreement with Cromwell Media in Nashville for all games...
Pet of the week: Cuddle Colby forever
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet Colby, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. A perpetual puppy in playfulness, Colby is a low-energy pal and estimated to be 1.5 years old. This Mastiff mix is destined to work his way into a home, life and heart...
COLUMN: Dear Coach DeBoer
Dear Coach DeBoer,
Even though you’ve been down here for a few weeks, I would like to welcome you and your family to Alabama. I hope that we can share many wonderful years together. I’m sure you probably still have some questions about us since...
Alabama USSSA set to hold umpire clinic in Vinemont Feb. 25
VINEMONT, Ala. - Alabama USSSA Baseball is set to host an umpire clinic in Vinemont, inviting enthusiasts of baseball and softball to enhance their skills and potentially turn their passion into a rewarding year-long endeavor. The clinic will take place on Sunday, Feb. 25,...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview handles Brewer on the road 11-3, Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview traveled to Brewer to take on the Patriots Thursday night and after jumping out to a big lead early, the Aggies returned home with an 11-3 win.
Fairview got things going in their opening at-bats. A walk and a pair of...
Cullman Tractor Supply to host backyard poultry event Feb. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Tractor Supply is gearing up to host a backyard poultry event on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. The event will provide customers with an in-depth opportunity to learn how to care for and manage an at-home flock.
"The popularity of raising backyard...
Cullman Tree Commission announces Arbor Day Poster Contest winners, plans for Festival of Trees
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tree Commission met Tuesday, with Chairman Barry Slatton, members Edgar Veigl, Jan Barnett, Joel Moon and Rachel Dawsey, and recorder Leanne West present.
The commission discussed the seat vacated by longtime member Peggy Harris, who recently retired. Those interested in...
Cullman City Schools Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff completes AASA National Superintendent Certification Program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The superintendent of Cullman City Schools, Kyle Kallhoff, has successfully completed the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program administered by AASA, The School Superintendents Association. He is among more than 30 superintendents nationwide to successfully complete the program.Kallhoff was acknowledged in a...
Empty Bowls: Good food for a great cause
CULLMAN, Ala. - Hearin Hall at First United Methodist Church (FUMC) was lined wall to wall with tables and chairs on Monday evening, Feb. 19, each setting marked with an adorably scribbled coloring page from a child in the community; volunteers and staff bustled...
Cullman celebrates 36 years as Tree City USA
Poster winners recognized
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s 36th Tree City Dedication/Arbor Week Celebration ceremony was held Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, on the lawn of Cullman City Hall.
Arbor Week Celebration
The ceremony began with Mayor Woody Jacobs proclaiming the week of Feb.18-24, 2024, Arbor...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘It’s pretty surreal’: Good Hope punches ticket to Final 4 with 62-44 win over Priceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After defeating Deshler in the Sweet 16 on Monday, the top-ranked Lady Raiders of Good Hope were back on the court at Wallace State taking on Priceville in the Northwest Regional Finals Wednesday night. Good Hope got off to a fast...
Guy Hunt Library: Hidden gem of the CCPLS
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The libraries of the Cullman County Public Library System are a valuable and often overlooked resource. Holly Pond’s Guy Hunt Library is one of those hidden gems; it offers weekly and monthly community events and programs designed to entice a...
CPD finds body of woman reported missing
Update: 12:42 p.m.
The missing woman who was found deceased has been identified according to the Cullman Police Department.
“The woman has been identified as Gloria Parker,” Nassetta said. “Her body will be sent to Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy to assist in...
PREP VOLLEYBALL: ‘I really loved every single one of them’: Fairview’s Janet Orona recaps freshman season
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview freshman volleyball player Janet Orona had a good season in her first year on the JV team she and talked about what she learned, plus what it was like playing alongside a great group of teammates.
"My experience on this volleyball...
FAITH: ‘Raise a Hallelujah’ event fuels support for The Crossing’s mission in Cullman
Toe-tappers, hand-clappers and lively amens filled the sanctuary of Fairview Methodist Church on a memorable Saturday night. The Crossing, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing food, hygiene products and clothes for those in need in Cullman, orchestrated a “Raise a Hallelujah” benefit singing. The...
CCBOE recognizes talented art students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County School Board held its monthly meeting on Feb. 15 and recognized two students who placed nationally in the Horace Mann Academic Planning Calendar Design competition. West Point Middle School student Aliana Riggs was named the national champion for...
PREP BASEBALL: West Points collects 6-2 win at Fairview, Tuesday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The West Point Warriors made the trip over to Fairview for a county matchup with the Aggies and they returned home with a win. The Warriors got a strong pitching performance from J.D. Cochran and collected a 6-2 win over Fairview.
West...
Cullman City Council recognizes retired Planning Commission Chairman Mike Voss
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, recognized Mike Voss, recently retired chairman of the City of Cullman Planning Commission, for his 16 years of service to the City on the commission. Voss had served since September 2007, and...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 7 Cullman falls to No. 1 Buckhorn 62-37 in NW Regional Finals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After defeating Muscle Shoals in the Sweet 16 Thursday, the Cullman Bearcats were back on the court at Wallace State Tuesday morning to face top-ranked Buckhorn in the Northwest Regional Championship Game. The Bearcats jumped out to an 8-0 lead over...
‘We’ve had an amazing year’
First Source for Women hosts Me and My Gal Luncheon and Tea Party
CULLMAN, Ala. - The interior of the beautiful Brickhaven Venue was transformed into something more closely resembling Buckingham Palace or a royal sitting room near the time of high tea, courtesy of...
Cullman City Council names Brian Bradberry to new post: public safety director
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday evening, Feb. 19, suspended regular procedural rules to approve its first reading and ordinance to create the new city staff position of public safety director, and a few moments later passed a resolution to name...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders rout Fairview 16-1, Monday scoring recap
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope struck first and in a big way in their opening at-bats. Lexi Steed reached on a Fairview error to lead off the inning, then Campbell Koch hit an RBI double to left field to put the Lady Raiders...
St. Bernard celebrates Honor Society inductions
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School recently held its annual Honor Society induction ceremony to recognize students for their outstanding achievements in scholarship, service, leadership and character. The ceremony, presided over by Honor Society President Andrew Tombo, followed the weekly Mass, emphasizing the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope’s season ends in Sweet 16 with 81-71 loss to Deshler
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After coming from behind to defeat Randolph and punching their ticket to the Northwest Regional, the Good Hope Raiders were back in action Monday at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum to face Deshler in the Sweet 16. The Raiders shot 50%...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 1 Good Hope handles No. 3 Deshler 68-45 to advance to Elite 8
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – For the fourth consecutive year, Good Hope and Deshler clashed in the postseason Monday morning and after being eliminated by the Lady Tigers the last two seasons, the Lady Raiders bounced back in a big way this time around, dominating Deshler...
FAITH: SHE Collective at Daystar Church
Daystar Church is providing a new biblical outlook in one of its small groups – one specifically geared toward women seeking to be closer to God while encouraging others. The small group, dubbed SHE Collective, is a gathering of godly women that began small...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has made several unrelated drug and felony arrests recently, including:
Feb. 6
Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the Berlin community. Justin Wayne Farr, 32, of Cullman, and Kinsey Nikole Burns, 20, of Cullman, were identified as passengers in the...
St. Paul’s to recognize 7 founding families at 5th annual Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s Alumni & Friends Dinner and School Auction is the largest fundraiser of the year for the school. This year’s event will take place on April 13. Said the school in a media release, “It is a fantastic...
WSCC: Sessions provide information on Health Science programs
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Health Science programs will soon begin accepting applications for Fall 20204 admission. To answer any questions potential students may have about the programs, information sessions will be held on Thursday, Feb. 29, and Wednesday, April 3, from...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
Marriages:
August 26, S.S. Abbott, 59, to Mollie Murray, 50.
August 27, Otice L. Jones, 20, to Sarah Tankersley, 21.
August 28, Meredith McKleroy, 18, to Clara Pettus, 16, Lemmuel M. Brock, 67, to Anna Harben, 59 and Bernice B. Calvert, 24, to...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point opens season with tournament win, Saturday scoring recap
WEST POINT, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors hosted this year's West Point Softball Tournament Saturday, and they opened up their season with wins over Winston County (4-1), Falkville (9-0) and Fairview (16-0).
West Point 4 - Winston County 1 (Softball)
West Point got on...
WSCC, UAB welcome 9th cohort for joint enrollment program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than a dozen students from Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education’s Joint Enrollment program with the University of Alabama at Birmingham recently participated in the Lamp of Learning and White Coat Ceremony for Nursing. The ceremony marks the...
Cullman Chamber holds mixer at The National
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce made their way to The National for the Chamber’s monthly mixer – Business After Hours – Monday evening. The mixer is typically sponsored by a member business, and this month it was longtime...
41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo returning March 1-2
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Band Boosters are kicking into gear this week and preparing for a crowd. The 41st annual Stars and Stripes Rodeo will take place March 1-2. The event is the main fundraiser for the school’s band program.
Held at...
Vinemont to microsurface several roads
VINEMONT, Ala. - At its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on the evening of Feb. 13, the Vinemont Town Council met to discuss a few business matters, new and old.
New business began with a request from Public Works Director Mike Graves, who asked the council...
Pet of the week: Make a spot for Eva
CULLMAN, Ala. - Leisurely stroll takers and recreational hikers and wanderers: The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week was made for you. Eva, a sweet, short-term resident at the Cullman County Animal Shelter, is patiently waiting to earn the adventure buddy or snuggle bug...
CATA opens its doors to the public
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) held its community Open House on Thursday, Feb. 15, giving prospective students and their families the opportunity to take a peek inside each classroom block, speak with instructors and current students and get a feel...
Op-Ed: A tale of 2 fandoms: The Chiefs, Swifties and a Super Bowl to remember
In the intricate tapestry of modern pop culture, few threads have ever been as seamlessly woven as that of Taylor Swift and NFL fandom. As Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the Kansas City Chiefs clinched their third Lombardi Trophy in just four trips...
The Garage set to host inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet
CULLMAN, Ala. - The inaugural My Bloody Valentine powerlifting meet is set for Saturday, Feb.24, from 6 p.m. until the last athlete has completed his or her final lift. Weigh-ins for athletes will begin at 4. The meet will be held at The Garage,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Warriors fall to No. 1 Jasper at NW Regional 63-39
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After capturing an area championship and handling Wenonah in the Sub-Regional, the West Point Lady Warriors were back at the Northwest Regional Tournament Friday morning competing in the Sweet 16. West Point matched up with top-ranked Jasper and after a tight...
Cullman City Council enacts mobile business ordinance, increases parks and rec staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday approved an ordinance to govern “mobile vendors (food trucks), pushcarts, ice cream trucks and mobile business units.” Over a dozen mobile food vendors are currently operating on a regular basis in the city, and the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cullman advances to NW Regional Finals with 56-51 OT win over Muscle Shoals
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats made their third consecutive Sweet 16 appearance at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday morning, and it took more than four quarters for them to settle things with Muscle Shoals. The Trojans hit a three-pointer just before the...
Hope Horses celebrates 10 years
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Hope Horses, Inc. celebrated 10 years of serving the community this week, welcoming the community to a ribbon cutting event on Tuesday, Feb. 13.
Executive Director Kelsey Scott said, “The big thing here and the success and growth of Hope...
PREP BASKETBALL: Meek falls to No. 3 Belgreen at NW Regional 54-34
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After claiming an area championship and toppling Waterloo in the Sub-Regional round, Meek’s postseason run continued at the 1A Northwest Regional at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Wednesday. The Lady Tigers matched up with No. 3 Belgreen in the Sweet 16...
Cullman County Public Library brings community together
CULLMAN, Ala.- A public library is a place for imagination to take flight, knowledge to take root and a sense of adventure to flourish. Inside a library, the mundane tasks of the everyday world can seem light years away, as if the words of...
Bo Jackson announces date for 2024 Bo Bikes Bama
AUBURN, Ala. – Bo Jackson announced the date of the 13th annual Bo Bikes Bama to be held on the 13th anniversary of the 2011 tornadoes – Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Auburn. Bo Bikes Bama raises money for disaster recovery and preparedness in...
Flourish of Cullman Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auctions set for April 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit Flourish of Cullman will host its Mardi Gras Bingo and Silent Auction event on Saturday, April 6.
Flourish aims to bring awareness, acceptance and support to the differently abled community, no matter their abilities. Its mission statement reads, “Flourish of...
January 2024 health department scores
CULLMAN, Ala. – Each month, food establishments are inspected by the Alabama Department of Health and graded on every aspect of the business.
Below are the local businesses and institutions that were inspected in January.
Establishment Name: V & W Food Mart
Address: 19129 US Hwy 31
City:...
Smith Lake Baptist Church holds inaugural Betty Smith Memorial Chili Cook-off
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Some say that laughter is the sound a healthy, thriving congregation. If that holds true, Smith Lake Baptist Church (SLBC) in Crane Hill is the pinnacle of health and happiness as chatter and giggles wafted throughout the building recently.
The congregation...
This Valentine’s Day, beware of scam artists on dating sites
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In February, many Alabamians will use online platforms seeking companionship, yet con artists are also lurking in these forums in hopes of exploiting the lonely and vulnerable for money. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall urged individuals using online dating sites to...
Allen: 1 week left to register to vote in 2024 Primary Election
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Secretary of State Wes Allen reminded Alabama residents that there is one week left to register to vote before the 2024 Primary Election.“As Secretary of State, I want to encourage all eligible Alabama citizens to register to vote and to exercise...
Alabama Strawberry Festival: Event goes statewide
CULLMAN, Ala. –The city of Cullman is preparing for an event that symbolizes more than just the celebration of spring’s bountiful harvest. Nathan Anderson, executive director of Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism, shared insights into the inaugural Alabama Strawberry Festival set for May...
Pet of the week: Lounge around with Mr. GreenJeans
CULLMAN, Ala. - Does lounging around on the couch, watching television and eating all the snacks a belly can hold sound like a pretty great time? Would it sound better if a furry friend were involved? If so, the Cullman Tribune’s pet of the...
COLUMN: Valentine’s Day – bottoms up!
It was Valentine’s Day 1973 and I had a big problem. What do I get my girlfriend? This was our first V-Day together, so there was certainly an expectation to give her a nice gift.
The second part of the problem involved finances. Since I...
New eagle statue added to Lake Guntersville State Park
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. - Officials unveiled and cut a ceremonial ribbon on Friday, Feb. 2, to dedicate Lake Guntersville State Park’s newest feature, a picturesque eagle statue located at the park’s lodge.
The statue, created by artist Jenny Hendrix and inspired by a photo taken by...
Vontrell King-Williams named defensive tackles coach at Auburn
AUBURN, Ala. – Vontrell King-Williams has been named defensive tackles coach at Auburn, head coach Hugh Freeze announced Friday. King-Williams served as a defensive line analyst for Auburn this past season and previously worked on Freeze's staff at Liberty.
The completion of Auburn's defensive staff also includes various position...
2 waves of rain and potential severe weather today and Monday
CLANTON – Sunday 7:30 am, February 11, 2024 (Updated 8:15 AM, Sunday, February 11, 2024)
Two waves of showers and thunderstorms will occur through Monday. An area of rain with a few thunderstorms concentrated around I-20 is forecast to weaken during the remainder of the morning. From mid to late afternoon,...
Files from yesteryear: 1937
From the files of 1937
The State of Alabama owns 4,221 buildings. The appraised value of these buildings, including contents, is $36,079,850. This property is insured for $27,777,245, against loss by fire. The State itself is carrying $18,566,815 of this insurance and the balance is...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison falls to Shoals Christian in Sub-Regional 84-59
ADDISON, Ala. – Addison hosted the Shoals Christian Flame for the right to advance to the Northwest Regional Saturday night and the game did not go as planned as the Flame came out and roasted the Bulldogs on their own floor 84-59.
Shoals Christian came out...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats advance to NW Regional with 70-58 win over Lee-Huntsville
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats secured a spot in the 6A Sub-Regionals with an area championship win over Hartselle earlier this week and they were back at Bearcat Arena Saturday night with a chance to play in the Sweet 16 on the line....
