PREP SOCCER: Bearcats down Brewer on the road 4-2
SOMERVILLE, Ala. – The Bearcats traveled to Brewer for a chilly varsity matchup with the Patriots Thursday night and Cullman returned home with a 4-2 win. It was the second win of the week for Cullman. On Tuesday, the Bearcats picked up a 6-2...
Warming temperatures with storms late this weekend
After a cold start this morning, temperatures will warm into the 60s statewide this afternoon. A continued warming trend will continue into Sunday.
Ahead of an approaching upper level system, winds Sunday morning will begin to increase and by afternoon sustained at 10-20 mph with gusts...
PREP SOFTBALL: Fairview blanks Holly Pond 10-0, Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview hosted the Holly Pond Lady Broncos on a cold, windy Thursday afternoon and the Lady Aggies dominated this one, jumping out to an early lead and taking advantage of a great pitching performance from Mali Gregory to put together a...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 20, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 20, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 17
theft of property; CR 1670
theft of property; CR 813
menacing; CR 1689
March 18
trafficking drugs; possession...
Cullman man facing manslaughter charge in Good Hope case
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A Cullman County man is now facing a manslaughter charge in connection with the death of a man in Good Hope last month.
On Wednesday, March 19, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Gregory Wayne Aycock, 55, of Cullman, on a...
Small Business Easter Market this Saturday in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Easter Market will take place this Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center.
Founder Shayla Waldner said the first 60 shoppers in line at 10 a.m. will receive free gifts.
“There will be...
Hannah Shankle bringing unique pet-inspired art to 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 41st annual Bloomin’ Festival Arts and Crafts Fair is set to welcome a wide array of talented artisans, including Hannah Shankle of Madison, Alabama. With a lifelong passion for art and animals, Shankle has turned her love for drawing dogs...
Cullman City Council receives education report, moves on airport improvements
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday welcomed faculty and students from Cullman City Schools to celebrate achievements and get an update on happenings in the system.
Superintendent Kyle Kallhoff and Technology Integration Specialist Misty Waldrop introduced two students who recently won district...
Cold tonight with storms late this weekend
A Freeze Warning is in effect for the northern half of the state from 1 a.m. through 8-9 a.m. Friday, with a Frost Advisory for much of the southern half. Low temperatures tonight will range from 28-32 degrees across the northern half and middle...
Happy 100th Birthday, Marjorie Kreps!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s Marjorie Kreps celebrated her 100th birthday on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 2025.
Majorie is a devoted Christian who always encourages her children and loved ones to attend church. “I am very, very blessed. It's amazing, and just to think of...
PREP BASEBALL: County Tournament set to begin Friday
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The brackets for this year’s county tournament were finalized Wednesday morning and all seven county teams will battle it out for the county title at Good Hope High School later this week. The Fairview Aggies earned the top seed in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 19, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 19, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 13
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $27;...
Harbison resigning from Alabama House
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rep. Corey Harbison, R-Good Hope, who represents District 12, said he will be resigning his seat by April 15.
Harbison said he has a few grants he’s promised to assist with before he leaves.
“I want to make sure that I get these groups the...
FAITH: ‘God loves all of His children’: Cold Springs’ Jozie Anderson discusses relationship with God
BREMEN, Ala. – Cold Springs senior Jozie Anderson believes that having God in her life has been a huge blessing for her and in this interview, she shares some of her favorite bible verses and discussed how important her faith has been to her.
"God...
Rainer: Advisory Board gets update, expands snapper season
At the first Alabama Conservation Advisory Board meeting of 2025, held last weekend in Montgomery, Board members heard a state of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) report from Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship as well as proposed tweaks to the white-tailed...
Legacy Credit Union to acquire First Community Bank of Cullman
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Legacy Community Federal Credit Union and First Community Bank of Cullman on Tuesday, March 18, announced they have executed a definitive agreement for the purchase and Assumption of the assets and liabilities of First Community by Legacy. The transaction has already...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 18, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 18, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 13
theft of property-2nd degree; person; medication
March 17
theft of...
Alabama unemployment rate steady at 3.3%
Cullman County’s rate ticks up to 3%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed on Monday, March 17, announced that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate is 3.3%, unchanged from December 2024’s rate. January’s rate is above January 2024’s rate of...
2025 Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament results
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 2025 Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament was held Friday, March 14, at Wallace State Community College.
Below are the results.
Grand Champion: West Point Middle
Eighth-grade winners
Team Awards
West Point Middle
Good Hope Middle
Hanceville Middle
Individual awards
Samuel Hembree, Hanceville Middle
Abram Motte, West Point Middle/Collin Cooner,...
ACES: Mystery seed packages appearing once again in Alabama
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Similar to the reports in 2020, mystery seed packages have once again found their way into some Alabama mailboxes. These seeds could cause great harm to the state’s environment through the potential spreading of diseases and invasive species.
According to the...
Local judges speak at community luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce held its monthly community luncheon on Friday, March 14, hosting a panel of local judges, including Circuit Judges Greg Nicholas and Emily Johnston, District Judges Rusty Turner and Chad Floyd, and Probate Judge Tammy Brown,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Cold Springs collects 10-7 win at Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to Vinemont for a battle of the Eagles Monday night, and it was a shootout between the two county squads. After falling behind 3-1 in the fourth, Cold Springs plated six runs in the fifth to move in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 17, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 17, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 13
domestic violence; Alabama Ave. NE Hanceville
criminal mischief; Industrial Park Rd.
harassment; CR 1720
possession of drug...
Body found identified as missing Holly Pond man Greg Mize
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Authorities have officially identified the body recovered from the Mulberry Fork on Friday, March 14, 2025, as that of missing Holly Pond man Greg Mize, 56.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick released the official identification on Monday, March 17.
Mize had been...
FAITH: ‘A relationship with God offers comfort and peace’: Fairview’s Kaley Vincent reflects on how her faith has changed her life
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview High School senior Kaley Vincent feels like God has played a huge role in her life and in this interview, she shared some of her favorite bible verses and talked about how much her faith has impacted her life.
"God is...
Buzzed driving is drunk driving: Make a plan before St. Patrick’s Day festivities begin
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Today, Monday, March 17, marks St. Patrick’s Day and celebrations will take place here in Alabama, as well as across the entire nation. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) urges drivers to remember that drinking and driving can be deadly and...
Cullman County sees little damage during statewide storms
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and local law enforcement expressed Sunday morning how grateful they are for the lack of damage across the area during Saturday's statewide severe weather outbreak.
EMA Director Tim Sartin said the community was blessed beyond...
COLUMN: I just can’t seem to remember
I think I may have surely come to that stage and age in life where I can’t…I can’t…well, now I can’t remember what I was going to say. Oh, that was it, that stage where I just can’t seem to remember things. I’ve come...
COLUMN: No shirt, no shoes, no filter!
I pulled a couple of boxes of photos down from my closet the other day. These photographs were mostly black and white relics made with a camera and film that was dropped off at the drug store for developing. How do I explain a...
Evelyn Burrow Museum to host community art exhibition celebrating pets
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College is inviting the campus and community to take part in a heartwarming new exhibition, “For the Love of Pets.” This special showcase will celebrate the deep bond between people and their pets through...
Wallace State’s Spring Dance Showcase set for March 20
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts program will present the Spring Dance Showcase on Thursday, March 20, at 7 p.m. in the Burrow Center Recital Hall.
The annual showcase intitled “Together We Dance Festival” allows Wallace State Dance students to...
Trey Campbell Memorial Scholarship fundraiser touches lives in West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - Trey Campbell was a person who experienced a lot of loss in his life but still managed to live every day to the fullest. At age 10, Campbell was diagnosed with a heart condition called cardiomyopathy, which prevented him from...
Local family loses home to fire
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local couple with deep ties to the community lost their home, cars and belongings in a house fire on Thursday, March 13, in the Hidden Lake subdivision in Cullman County.
Rick and Draima Whitmire owned the home, and their daughter Meaghan...
Files from Yesteryear: March 15, 1928
From the files of March 15, 1928
HOLLY POND ITEMS
Holly Pond, March 13—Seems like rainy weather is the order of the day.
Mr. and Mrs. Lovie Crumbley are announcing the birth of a son at their home. Glad to report mother and babe doing nicely.
Mr. and...
ALEA: ‘Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is kicking off its fifth annual “Think Smart Before You Start Spring Break” campaign, a statewide initiative aimed at promoting safety and smart decision-making for all residents during the popular spring break season. This proactive...
Reptile Adventure class brings live animal experience to Cullman April 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - Families and reptile fans will have the chance to get up close and personal with some fascinating cold-blooded creatures at the upcoming Reptile Adventure class on Tuesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. The class, hosted by the North Alabama Agriplex, will...
TACOMARG opens in Warehouse District
CULLMAN, Ala. - New restaurant TACOMARG officially opened Friday, March 14, in Cullman’s Warehouse District, with an inviting atmosphere, vibrant colors, creative cocktails and fun menu.
Owner/Operator Joel Sancez said they are excited to be serving Cullman and the surrounding area.
“We’re all about helping you...
Another Little Free Library on the way
FALKVILLE, Ala. - Community supporter, avid reader and maker of all things homemade, Stephanie Sprouse, has applied for a third Little Free Library grant, this time for the Falkville area. “This would be a Little Free Library inside Cross Ties Coffee Company, in Falkville, Alabama,”...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman collects area wins over Jasper
CULLMAN, Ala. – After stormy weather postponed Cullman’s area matches against Jasper Thursday night, the ‘Cats were back on the field to face the Vikings at the Cullman Soccer Complex on Friday. The Lady Bearcats pull scored one goal Thursday night to take an...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders shut out Hanceville 12-0
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Good Hope traveled to Hanceville for a varsity matchup with the Lady Bulldogs Friday afternoon and the Lady Raiders dominated from start to finish. Good Hope racked up 13 hits in just five innings and got another great pitching performance from Molly Benefield...
Body recovered from Mulberry Fork
Updated March 14, 2025, at 8:15 p.m.
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Authorities recovered a body from the Mulberry Fork on Friday, March 14, 2025. According to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the location was between County Roads 698 and 688 in the Holly Pond community.
As...
Severe weather begins this evening with outbreak Saturday into Sunday morning
Non-thunderstorm winds will be on the increase this morning, and by afternoon, gusts of 15-25 mph will occur, increasing to 20-30 mph this evening into Saturday morning. By Saturday afternoon, gusts of 25-35 mph will be common, continuing into early Sunday morning.
Scattered to numerous...
Cullman City Schools Summer STEM Camp set for July
CULLMAN, Ala. - Just because summer is on the way, it doesn’t mean learning needs to stop — and that’s exactly why Cullman City Schools is hosting its annual Summer STEM Camp for students this July.Summer STEM Camp is for students in grades K-8....
Goat Island hosting tie dye event March 29
CULLMAN, Ala. - Goat Island Brewing will host a tie dye event on Saturday, March 29, from 1-3 p.m.
Tap Room Manager Mandy Hamm said, “The registration fee is $25 includes a white Goat Island Peace, Love and Hippieweizen shirt, a variety of dye colors...
Pet of the Week: Tippy Tappy Toes will dance right into your heart!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the wonderfully graceful Tippy Tappy Toes, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
This 2-year-old German Shepherd has medium energy and a special skill: his tippy tap toe dance, particularly when getting ready to go outside! There’s no doubt when he’s...
Hanceville Irish Festival rescheduled for March 22
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville’s eighth annual Irish Festival has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in downtown Hanceville. Originally set for March 15, the festival was moved due to weather concerns but will still bring a full day of live...
PREP SOFTBALL: Fairview falls to Scottsboro at home, Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After taking care of business on the road against Guntersville, the Fairview Lady Aggies looked to keep that momentum going at home against Scottsboro on Thursday. The Lady Wildcats had other plans though and they jumped out to a quick lead...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 13, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 13, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 10
trespassing; CR 468
domestic violence; resisting arrest; CR 626
theft of property; CR 1427
theft of property;...
CPRST looking for Camp Cullman counselors
CULLMAN, Ala. - If you’re looking for a summer job where you’ll have fun and make a difference, then Camp Cullman might be right for you. Whether you want to work with children or are looking to get your foot in the door with...
Local farmers advocate on Capitol Hill
Farmers put boots down in D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As federal lawmakers tackle tough decisions that impact the future of American agriculture, over 150 Alabama farmers spent March 4-7 in the shadow of Capitol Hill sharing their stories and concerns.
Alabama Farmers Federation members visited with...
Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale coming March 22
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Master Gardeners will host their third annual Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale on Saturday, March 22, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Cullman County Fairgrounds.
Cullman County Extension Director Kira Sims, who also advises and manages the local Cullman...
Severe weather through Saturday morning with potential outbreak Saturday afternoon into Sunday
An upper-level disturbance will produce scattered showers and thunderstorms across the northern half of the state today, with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms across the southern half. A few storms could produce winds of 40-60 mph and hail to golfball size between 10...
Fashion star
CSHS senior Savannah Bischoff wins 1st place fashion award at state FCCLA competition
BREMEN, Ala. - Earlier this month, Cold Springs High School students attended the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference in Montgomery. The students heard guest speakers, attended...
PREP BASEBALL: Aggies win county clash at West Point 10-2
WEST POINT, Ala. – Fairview made the trip to West Point for a county matchup with the Warriors Wednesday night and the Aggies racked up 14 hits on their way to a 10-2 road win. Jaxon Robertson got the start on the mound and...
Downtown library to host Author Talk event March 19
CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will host author Dr. Rebekah Lloyd for an Author Talk event on Wednesday, March 19, from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
CCPLS Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said, “We are very excited to have Dr....
Snead’s Farmhouse shifts focus
VINEMONT, Ala. - When Judy Snead and her husband moved to Cullman County, she never imagined owning a farm — that one chicken would become a thriving farm. However, as her collection of animals grew, so did her social media following.
"I had no friends,...
St. Bernard Prep AP Biology students explore cancer genetics at HudsonAlpha
CULLMAN, Ala. - Under the guidance of instructor Connie Briehn, Advanced Placement (AP) Biology students from St. Bernard Preparatory School recently participated in an immersive, lab-based experience at HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville — investigating the genetics of cancer.
During the visit, students explored...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview drops midweek matchup with Albertville
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After picking up a win against Good Hope on Saturday, the Fairview Aggies were back home at Mark Moore Field Tuesday night to host the Aggies of 7A Albertville. Albertville jumped out to a 6-0 lead in the first two innings,...
Severe weather outlook Thursday through early Sunday
An upper-level disturbance will produce scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms statewide from late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. A few storms could produce wind gusts of 40-60 mph and hail to the size of golf balls between 9 am and 7 pm Thursday.
Non-thunderstorm,...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 11, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 11, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 6
retail theft of property-2nd degree; Hobby Lobby; general...
COLUMN: I’ll take a bottle of Coke, please
My first drinks of choice were either a Sun-Rise Orange, Nehi Grape or NuGrape. When I was a little older, my favorite became Coca-Cola. The one I loved most came in a green-colored, 6.5-ounce, thick glass bottle. Maybe it is just my imagination, or...
Cold Springs FCCLA wins at FCCLA State Conference, headed to Nationals
BREMEN, Ala. - On March 6-7, 11 Cold Springs High School students and their advisor Stephanie Blair attended the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference in Montgomery. Over 2,000 FCCLA students from the state of Alabama participated. The students...
CityScape expands with City Play and City Play-Littles: Ribbon-Cutting ceremony – March 13
CULLMAN, Ala. – City Play and City Play - Littles, part of CityScape Family Entertainment, will officially open their doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 13, at 9 a.m. Located in Cullman, these new indoor play centers are the latest addition to...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Tinker, Sanders earn ACCC postseason honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Two Wallace State Community College women’s basketball players were recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) with postseason awards voted on by coaches.
Kallie Tinker and Kameron Sanders each earned honors in ACCC Division I.
Tinker, a sophomore guard from Pisgah, was...
Wallace State to present ‘Chaos to Connection’ concert March 14-15
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department will host “Chaos to Connection” on Friday and Saturday, March 14-15, at 7 p.m., at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre in the Gudger Student Center.
The concert will feature Wallace State’s vocal ensembles,...
Hanceville Council votes to suspend police department
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – It’s been nearly a month since five Hanceville Police Department officers, including the police chief, were arrested following an investigation of the department, and at Monday night’s special-called Hanceville City Council meeting at the Hanceville Civic Center, a crowd of locals...
PREP SOFTBALL: West Point pulls away from Cold Springs 13-3, Monday scoring recap
BREMEN, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors traveled to Bremen to take on the Cold Springs Lady Eagles in Monday afternoon softball action. It was a low-scoring affair for most of the contest, but a big sixth inning by West Point helped propel them to...
Crane Hill man charged with human trafficking, electronic solicitation of a child
MORGAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Crane Hill man is facing multiple charges, including first-degree human trafficking.
Bud Winston Cunningham, 48, is charged with:
13a-6-152 first-degree human trafficking
13a-6-122 electronic solicitation of a child
13a-6-124 traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act
13a-12-260 unlawful possession of drug...
CHS hires Legendary Coach Tammy West as Lady Bearcats basketball coach
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman High School has found its new Lady Bearcats basketball coach in Tammy West, a 2022 Cullman County Sports Hall of Fame inductee who has won four state titles during her decades-long career.
West has amassed more than 750 wins during her...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 10, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 10, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
March 6
unlawful possession of a controlled substance; possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphernalia; CR...
Schedule: WaLLi alumni trips
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Lifelong Learning Institute (WaLLi) is a program for those aged 50 and older. Said Program Coordinator LaDonna Allen, “The Alumni Association offers a travel program, and anyone may participate - no need to have attended WSCC. Funds raised...
CHS Southerner Yearbook inducted into Walsworth’s Gallery of Excellence
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday was a special day for Cullman High School’s Southerner Yearbook staff. They learned recently that the 2025 yearbook was chosen to be part of Walsworth Yearbook’s Gallery of Excellence and a representative from Walsworth presented them with an award for...
Captivate Learning Center seeking students and educators
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local educator Lauren Rainwater opened the doors to Captivate Learning Center on Jan. 13, 2025, with the goal of changing the stigma and perception of tutoring by building students’ confidence, creating a safe and supported environment and teaching children to love...
Man charged with attempted murder in Good Hope shooting
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - On Sunday, March 9, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office investigators arrested George Thomas Meadows, 80, of Cullman, in connection with the shooting incident that occurred earlier Sunday on Doss Road in Good Hope. The shooting was allegedly a result of an altercation...
CATA students participate in SkillsUSA North District Competition
Preston Hanners competed in the Job Skill Demonstration A. (Cullman County Schools)
Preston Hanners, a dedicated student at Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA), recently competed in the North District Alabama SkillsUSA competition and achieved an outstanding first-place victory in Job Skill Demonstration A. This competition required students...
Unspoken to bring night of worship to Bethany Baptist Church – March 20
CRANE HILL, Ala. - Bethany Baptist Church in Crane Hill is set to host an evening of worship and music with the popular Christian band Unspoken on Thursday, March 20. Known for hits like “Start A Fire,” “Reason” and “Good Fight,” Unspoken has built...
CCSO responds to shooting in Good Hope
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) responded to the report of a shooting in Good Hope on Sunday, March 9, at approximately 11:40 a.m.
Deputies responded and located an individual with gunshot wounds.
The individual was transported to an area hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries.
Deputies and...
Davis, Kimbril named February CCBOE/AmFirst Teacher, Staff Member of the Month
Cullman County Schools and AmFirst recognize a teacher and staff member each month of the school year who are going above and beyond in their professions.Teacher of the Month: Emily Davis, Vinemont Middle SchoolPictured left to right are Daniel Bogan/AmFirst Cullman branch manager, Angela...
Bill Smith Buick GMC presents Orchid Sponsorship to St. Bernard Prep for Bloomin’ Festival
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School this week extended its heartfelt gratitude to Bill Smith Buick GMC for its generous Orchid Sponsorship in support of the 41st Annual Bloomin’ Festival.
Fr. Joel Martin, president of St. Bernard Prep, proudly accepted the sponsorship check from...
Alabama teachers, state employees poised to gain paid parental leave
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A paid parental leave bill could mean significant changes for educators and state employees across Alabama. The Alabama K-12 Public School and State Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025 was filed on Feb. 25, and on Wednesday, it was passed...
Wallace State cuts ribbon on new softball field
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College cut the ribbon Saturday on the new softball field at Bobby McCraken Stadium/Pete Harris Softball Field before the Lions took on Gadsden State Community College in a double-header.
“It’s a great day to be a Lion,” said Wallace...
Files from Yesteryear: March 8, 1917
From the files of March 8, 1917
250 CABBAGE PLANTS FREE
To get our new farm paper circulated in Cullman county we will send free, postpaid 250 genuine frost proof, Early Jersey cabbage plants to all who send $1.00 for a five years subscription to BALLEW'S...
Cullman City Schools: 6th-graders to remain at West, East next school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools on Friday, March 7, announced an adjustment to its sixth- grade transition plan due to ongoing construction delays at the new Cullman Middle School facility. While First Team Construction maintains that the project remains on schedule, Cullman City...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Young, Anderson receive ACCC Postseason Awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Two Wallace State basketball players earned postseason awards from the Alabama Community College Conference (ACCC) for Division I in a selection process voted on by conference coaches.
Sophomores Kami Young and Kendarius “KJ” Anderson were each named first-team all-conference.
“This is a well-deserved...
Incident in Walmart parking lot deemed misunderstanding; teen issues apology
CULLMAN, Ala. — An incident involving a juvenile in the south Cullman Walmart parking lot on Wednesday night has been determined to be a misunderstanding, according to the City of Cullman.
The incident occurred on March 5 at approximately 7:30 p.m. when a woman reported...
Special homecoming
Military dad surprises family at Harmony School event
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School was the scene of heartwarming homecoming on Wednesday, March 5. The school organized a special surprise and students, faculty, staff, county officials and community members gathered to welcome Commander Tyler Herring of...
Wallace’s Big Three lead Lions to ACCC Championship Game
The top-seeded Wallace State men’s basketball team won a 2025 Alabama Community College Conference Championship semifinal game against Lawson State on Friday Night at Spragins Hall on the campus of Alabama-Huntsville by a score of 98-84 to advance to the championship game on Saturday.
“I...
PREP BASEBALL: Bearcats split doubleheader with Hoover
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field for a pair of varsity matchups against Hoover on Friday night. The ‘Cats dominated game one, earning a 10-0 win in six innings thanks to a dominant performance on the mound from...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 7, 2025
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 7, 2025. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No arrests or incidents reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
March 5
theft of property-4th degree; Wal-Mart; general merchandise; $440;...
Howard selected to lead Wallace State Flag Football
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College has chosen Daniel Howard to coach women’s Flag Football, according to announcement today by President Vicki P. Karolewics.
“We are excited to have Coach Howard recruit and lead the first Wallace State women’s Flag Football team,” said Karolewics....
Vinemont’s monthly senior lunch March 17
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of Vinemont will host its annual senior event on Monday, March 17, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vinemont Community Center. This month’s lunch will have a St. Patrick’s Day theme.
Town Clerk Kayecea Sasser said, “Having these events allows...
From farm to freezer: Blue Ridge Cattle Co. to provide expert advice on buying bulk beef and pork – March 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is offering a chance to learn directly from a livestock industry expert with its upcoming workshop, "Tips and Tricks for Buying Bulk Beef and Pork." Scheduled for Thursday, March 13, at 6 p.m., this event is part...
Cullman City Schools job fair set for March 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is hosting a job fair on Thursday, March 20, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Cullman City Primary School.The district is looking to hire for positions including certified teachers, cafeteria workers, support personnel and clerical personnel.School and school system representatives...
Pet of the Week: Mr. Hanover is ready to see you now
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the respectable and dignified Mr. Hanover, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week. He is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 years old.
He is a low- to medium-energy young chap who walks respectfully on his leash and takes treats...
PREP BASEBALL: Hanceville falls to Susan Moore 6-2, Thursday scoring recap
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – After collecting a dominant, 20-2 win at Fultondale earlier this week, the Hanceville Bulldogs were back home to take on Susan Moore Thursday night. The Bulldogs fell behind 4-0 in the second inning and plated a couple runs to cut into...
Baileyton Town Council approves new ordinances, discusses upcoming awards and senior programs
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway commenced the monthly session of the Baileyton Town Council on March 3, 2025. The meeting opened with an invocation led by Councilman Greg Griffin.
Business began by reading and approving an ordinance for an electronic counting device at Baileyton...
Fairview Town Council honors late fire chief Alan Miner
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an invocation by Councilwoman Julie Grimes on Monday, March 3, 2025.
In the wake of Fairview Volunteer Fire Department Chief Alan Miner’s passing on Feb. 8,...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Ribbon cutting for new softball field set for Saturday
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College will hold a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, March 8 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the beautiful, new synthetic turf softball field installed at Pete Harris Field inside Bobby McCracken Stadium.
“We are extremely excited to cut the ribbon on...
OmniPlex gets alcohol license; mayor: kids’ events will be safe
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday voted to approve a special events alcohol license for the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center being built on Field of Miracles Drive Southwest, near the Donald E. Green Senior Center and Cullman Wellness &...
Cullman No. 5 in Site Selection Magazine’ s Micropolitan Rankings
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the 19th time in 23 years Cullman has earned a spot among the top micropolitan areas in the United States, ranking No. 5 in Site Selection Magazine’s prestigious Micropolitan Rankings for 2025. That’s out of over 570 eligible U.S. communities
Despite...
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