Obituary: Katheryn Elizabeth Holland
Katheryn Elizabeth Holland, age 93, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Katheryn was well loved by everyone who knew her. She...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 18, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 18, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Commission talks road equipment
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the July 16 meeting of the Cullman County Commission, Cullman County Engineer Philip Widner updated the commissioners on the state...
Cullman City Council moves forward on Depot Park, civic center projects
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday approved improvements to Depot Park and the new OmniPlex Sports and Civic Center project. The...
Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday...
RTS press conference: ‘Have a plan and take precautions, but obey and respect the...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office hosted a Rock the South press conference/safety meeting on Wednesday, July 17, at the CCSO Training...
Obituary: Opal A. Latham
Funeral services for Opal A. Latham, a beloved mother and grandmother, who left us peacefully on July 16, 2024 will be 12 p.m., Friday,...
Cullman Swim Team finishes runner-up at ARPA District II Meet
GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. -- The Cullman Swim Team placed second out of nine teams at the ARPA District II Swim Meet held in Guntersville last weekend....
New team of 4-H state ambassadors ready to serve
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - With the upcoming new school year comes a new group of talented, young leaders ready to serve Alabama 4-H. Thirty-one...
Obituary: William Michael Weems
William Michael Weems, 69, of Hanceville, AL went peacefully to be with Jesus on Friday, July 12, 2024. He was surrounded by his family...
Obituary: Lloyd “Sarge” Erskin Goodwin
Lloyd "Sarge " Erskin Goodwin, age 93, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Lloyd is preceded in death by his wife...
Obituary: Jerome Jay Saimon Felix
Jerome Jay Saimon Felix, age 33, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.
Jerome loved to dance especially to Michael Jackson music....
Obituary: Grace Marie Robertson
Funeral Service for Grace Marie Robertson, age 78 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Duck Creek Baptist...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 17, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 17, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Berlin Farmers Market hosts Sweet Grown Alabama Tractor Show
BERLIN, Ala. - On Saturday, July 13, attendees gathered at the Berlin Farmers Market for a morning of fun, fresh produce and old tractors,...
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...
Circle of Hope 17th annual Shoot for a Cure archery tournament July 20-21
CULLMAN, Ala. - Circle of Hope is gearing up for its 17th annual Shoot for a Cure 3D archery tournament, set to take place...
Joint arrest made by Hanceville, Wallace State police
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Early Wednesday morning at approximately 12:26AM, officers from both the Hanceville Police Department and the Wallace State Police successfully executed a...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 16, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 16, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Rock the South…safely
CULLMAN, Ala. - What has been dubbed the “Biggest Party in the South” is set to return to the backroads and county turns of...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never stop trying to improve’: Good Hope Lillie McCluskey recaps Raider years
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Lillie McCluskey made a lot of great memories on and off the court during her high school...
Volunteers needed for 7th annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive
CULLMAN, Ala. - The seventh annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is approaching, and volunteers are needed to make it a success. This...
Cullman County is preparing to Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rock the South is only days away. That means Cullman County will soon be crawling with sparkly cowboy boots and over-the-top...
CHS teacher named prestigious 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous Alfred Lerner Fellow
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School teacher Robin Cook has been named a 2024 Jewish Foundation for the Righteous (JFR) Alfred Lerner Fellow.Cook was...
Obituary: Vickie Franklin Pierce
Funeral service for Vickie Franklin Pierce, age 75, of Cullman, is Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation...
Obituary: Donald Cornell McMinn
Donald Cornell McMinn, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024. Donald was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Donald...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 15, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 15, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Alabama’s Ben Hess selected in 1st Round of 2024 MLB Draft by New York...
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama pitcher Ben Hess was selected in the first round of the 2024 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, going to the New York...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Never overlook any opportunities you are given’: Fairview’s Ava Calvarese reflects on...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- Fairview senior Ava Calvarese graduated in May after an impressive high school playing career and, in this interview, she shared some...
Cullman Regional Hospice MEGA CASH Draw Down Set for July 25
CULLMAN, Ala. – Hospice of Cullman County, Inc. of Cullman Regional Hospice recently announced the MEGA CASH Draw Down, its largest annual fundraiser benefiting...
APTAT on the Road event coming to Cullman July 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Accessing Potential Through Assistive Technology (APTAT) on the Road event is making its way to Cullman on Tuesday, July 16,...
Service Industry Night at Dodge City Tattoo Saturday, July 20
DODGE CITY, Ala. - Service industry workers, start saving tips now, because Dodge City Tattoo Company (DCTC) is planning to host an exclusive event...
ACES: Get those pumpkins planted
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Halloween season starts in July, at least according to gardening standards. For those wanting to grow their own pumpkins for...
Parkside Outreach Program to host Back-to-School Bash Saturday, July 27
BAILEYTON, Ala. – The Parkside Outreach Program is gearing up for its third annual Back-to-School Bash. This family friendly event will feature a host...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the files of 1900
Arthur and Walter Oden are at the bedside of their father, Captain E.J. Oden.
Reverend Anson West has about recovered from...
Obituary: Kenneth Lee Anderson
Kenneth Lee Anderson, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents William Woodrow...
‘I’m just trying to raise my family the way I know how’
Tattoo artist seeking to open shop in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the Hanceville City Council meeting on Thursday, July 11, a resident addressed the...
‘Master Chef Junior’ winner, 12, ‘Chef for the Day’ in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In May, Opelika’s Bryson McGlynn won “Master Chef Junior” season 9. Recently, he was invited to Montgomery for some special recognition...
CCBOE increases extracurricular supplements, approves contracts for new school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the monthly meeting of the Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE), the board discussed and approved newly increased supplements for...
Hanceville City Council donates $1K to Hanceville High marching band
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the first regularly scheduled meeting of July, held on Thursday, July 11, the Hanceville City Council tackled several pieces of...
Obituary: Donald Ray Brown
Memorial Service for Donald Ray Brown, age 83 of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Benjamin Barnes
Benjamin Barnes, age 43, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL. There are no services...
Obituary: Gary Lee Johnson
Gary Lee Johnson, 66, of Baileyton, passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at North Alabama Specialty Hospital. He was born August 22nd, 1957 in...
Obituary: Danny Winford Baker
Danny Winford Baker was born January 1, 1951 in Cullman and had the distinction of being Cullman’s first baby of the new year. He...
Obituary: Richard Leonard Shoemaker
We give praise and thanks to God as we celebrate the life of Richard L. Shoemaker. Richard was a devoted and loving husband, father,...
Obituary: Carolyn Fine
Carolyn Fine's spirit was set free on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Lloyd Fine and Evora Thompson...
Obituary: Michael Anthony Roden
Graveside Service for Michael Anthony Roden, age 62 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Etha Baptist Cemetery...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 12, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 12, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Always help out someone in need’: West Point’s Ali Sims reflects on Warrior years
WEST POINT, Ala. -- West Point senior Ali Sims was on the Warriors sports medicine team for three years and in this interview, she...
‘We want to invest in their lives’: Wallace State hosts Elementary STEAM Camp
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – This week, Wallace State Community College hosted local elementary school students for a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academy...
Pet of the week: How ’bout this lil Rascal?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rascal is a 1-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who displays low/medium energy.
This exciting lil fellow will keep you entertained with his exceptional...
Cullman dive team captures District II championship
BOAZ, Ala. -- The Cullman Dive Team won the District II Diving Championship in Boaz Thursday. Under the direction of new coach Alec Benzek,...
Vinemont council approves BBQ Fest plans, discusses monthly senior luncheon
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Monday, July 8, approved plans for the town’s annual BBQ Fest and discussed the monthly senior...
Obituary: James “Jim” Lowell Gregory
James "Jim" Lowell Gregory, 81, of Decatur, Alabama, beloved father, grandfather, and loyal friend to many passed away peacefully in Decatur on July 10, 2024. He...
Obituary: Fay Nail
Fay Nail, age 78, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Edna was born in Cullman, Alabama on May 4, 1946...
Obituary: Kaleb Patrick Ballenger
Funeral services for Kaleb Ballenger, 23, of Bremen, Alabama will be 12 p.m. Saturday, July 13th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Toby Grimmett will...
Obituary: Dena Lang
Dena Lang, age 80, of Cullman, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home...
Obituary: Melondie Haynes Mobley
Melondie Haynes Mobley, aka Meme, of Cullman, went home to her heavenly father on July 10, 2024, at the age of 51.
Melondie is survived...
3rd annual Tomato Taste-Off set for Saturday, July 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tomato sandwich lovers, unite! The Cullman County Extension Office is gearing up to host its third annual Tomato Taste-Off at the...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 11, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 11, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Take advantage of Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday July 19-21
CULLMAN, Ala. - Alabama's 19th annual sales tax holiday for school-related items begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, and ends at midnight...
PREP SPORTS: ‘You have to put in the work’: Good Hope’s Jacob Wright reflects...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Jacob Wright was a multi-sport athlete in high school and played in in the band from seventh...
Grady Malone sworn in as newest Vinemont Town Councilman
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont has a new town council member. On July 8, Grady Malone was sworn in to take Place 5, the seat...
ALEA: 9 traffic fatalities, 3 drownings, 0 boating fatalities over 4th of July weekend
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Over the course of an extended five-day enforcement period, Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) investigated a total of...
Oneonta man,19, drowns in Smith Lake
BREMEN, Ala. - A 19-year-old from Oneonta drowned in Smith Lake on Wednesday, July 10.
Just past noon, Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick said, he was...
Obituary: Bonnie Sue Wilcutt Bryant
Bonnie Sue Wilcutt Bryant, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on July 9, 2024. Born December 16, 1938, in Blount County, Alabama to Luther...
Obituary: Gail Key
Gail Key, age 87 of Cullman, Alabama passed away Jul 8, 2024.
Mrs. Key was a cherished member of Northside Baptist Church. She was...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Cold Springs will forever and always hold a special place in my...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior Emma Gellness was part of the Eagles’ fishing and golf teams during her high school years and in...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 10, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 10, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Guide to sunlight assessment in the garden
Understanding the amount of sunlight your garden receives is crucial for successful plant growth and landscape design. Whether you are planning a vegetable garden,...
Tribune brings home 38 Alabama Press Association Media Awards
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune recently brought home 38 awards from the Alabama Press Association (APA) Media Awards Summer Convention, held in late...
Obituary: Connie McSwain Allen
Connie McSwain Allen, age 72, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024.
Connie is survived by her former husband and friend, Bobby...
Obituary: Brenda K. Quick
Funeral mass for Brenda K. Quick, age 77, of Cullman, will be Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,...
Obituary: Rebecca “Becky” Quick Fix
Rebecca "Becky" Quick Fix, age 72 of Vinemont, passed away quietly at her home in Vinemont, AL on Monday, July 8, 2024. She was...
Obituary: Myra Jean Drake
Myra Jean Drake passed away on Tuesday, July 9.
Funeral Service for Myra Jean Drake, age 81 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on...
Celebrate Sweet Grown Alabama Day this Saturday, July 13 in Berlin
Sweet Grown Alabama Day means showing love to Alabama farmers, and we want to invite you to join us on Saturday, July 13, to...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 9, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported July 9, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
PREP SPORTS: ‘Make memories and have fun’: Vinemont’s Callie Millwood talks Eagle years
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont senior cheerleader and softball player Callie Millwood had a lot of fun and made a lot of memories in her...
CCPS Principal Shaddix honored as State Administrator of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School (CCPS) Principal Elizabeth Shaddix has been awarded the prestigious Chiquita Marbury Award for School Administrator of the...
The Pantry at The Link opens doors after 2-week hiatus
CULLMAN, Ala. - Tuesday, July 9, will mark the re-opening of The Link of Cullman County’s former program, the Master's Hand Food Pantry –...
Sen. Garlan Gudger issues 1st public statement since July 4 jet ski accident
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman, on Sunday, July 7, issued a public statement from UAB Hospital, where he remains under treatment following...
Obituary: Thelma Ilene Horton Williams
Thelma Ilene Horton Williams, of Cullman, Alabama, was surrounded by her loving family as she entered into the presence of her Heavenly Father on...
Obituary: Cloie Belle Kelley
Funeral service for Cloie Belle Kelley, age 89, of Cullman, is Tuesday July 9, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel, with...
Arrests and Incidents reported July 8, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported June 8, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘It has been such a blessing to grow up with such amazing mentors’: Cold...
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs senior band member Kaylee Windsor made many great memories during her years playing in the Royal Blue Band and...
Obituary: Delmon Lynell Qualls
Delmon Lynell Qualls passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024 surrounded by family at his residence. He was born, May 1, 1936 in Gadsden,...
91st ADSFR adds dock space, new categories
A new dock and boardwalk, a new live weigh-in category and a new species for catch and release are among the highlights for the...
‘Never give up’: Good Hope’s Annie Williams talks Raider years and fast-tracking at Wallace...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope senior Annie Williams made a lot of great memories over her years as a Raider and in this...
Watermelons: A treat to beat the summer heat
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — When the summer sun is scorching, there is little more refreshing than a juicy slice of watermelon. Whether from a...
Fox bites Atmore resident; precautions are advised as fox is confirmed as positive for...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - An older Atmore resident was returning from grocery shopping and unloading her vehicle. While holding a loaf of bread in hand,...
Extension agent gives tips for taking care of tomatoes
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Tomatoes are a popular garden crop, but they can be high maintenance. It can be difficult to make decisions about...
Files from yesteryear: 1900, 1936
From the files of 1900
George Patrick of Ryan’s Cross Roads was here yesterday.
C.N. Peek, of Eddy, was in Cullman on Wednesday.
Mr. and Mrs. R.E....
PREP SPORTS: ‘Be a great leader’: Cold Springs’ Kortnie Williams reflects on time as...
BREMEN, Ala. – In this interview, I talked to Cold Springs senior Kortnie Williams about her favorite memories she made playing softball for the...
Learn to manage wildlife conflicts at free workshop July 11
CULLMAN, Ala. - Farming often involves dealing with unwanted wildlife, which can cause significant damage to crops and livestock. To address these challenges, the...
Outlaw Arenacross Pro-Am event coming to Cullman, fundraiser for Cullman Caring for Kids
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center will host the Outlaw Arenacross Pro-Am event on July 27, Aug. 3 and Aug. 10....
Meet The Link’s Cayla Grace Murphy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County recently welcomed a familiar face to a new position. Cayla Grace Murphy is now over the...
Little Pink Dress returns Oct. 1
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation’s (CCBBF’s) largest fundraiser of the year is coming up and tickets are available now. The...
Cullman Electric Cooperative building ‘birthday boxes’ for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. – TheCullman Electric Cooperative (CEC) is teaming up with the Cullman County Department of Human Resources (DHR) to provide “birthday boxes” to...
Scottsboro man dies after Cullman County crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 8:40 a.m. Friday, July 5, claimed the life of a Scottsboro man.
Justin R....
Obituary: Brian Fulmer
Brian Fulmer, age 48 of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. He was born Wednesday, February 25, 1976, to Eddie Larry Fulmer...
