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Local musician Shannon McNeal returns to Berkeley Bob’s Coffee House for homecoming show
CULLMAN, Ala. - Last Friday evening, Cullman native Shannon McNeal got to play her first homecoming show since November 2019. The show was hosted...
Good Samaritan benefit concert receives Diamond Sponsor
CULLMAN, Ala. - The check for the Diamond Level Sponsorship for the upcoming 6th Annual Caring for Cullman Concert by Good Samaritan Health Clinic...
Editorial – The Policies of Starting Over: Stop apologizing
How many times a day do you apologize? I am not talking about when you actually feel as if you did something wrong either....
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library comes to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Dolly Parton Imagination Library has officially launched in Cullman. On Friday morning, the Cullman County Public Library hosted a news...
Cullman City Schools return to school Aug. 11, will have early dismissal Aug. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools students will return Wednesday, Aug. 11 for the start of the 2021-2022 school year. On Friday, Aug. 13,...
Harmony School hosts back-to-school Harmony Hawk Fest
LOGAN, Ala. - Harmony School recently hosted Hawk Fest as a fun way to kick-off the new school year with the community. While originally...
She Reads: ‘The Sound of Glass’ by Karen White
I’ve mentioned in other reviews how I am not a fan of love stories, but this week, I found Karen White’s "The Sound of...
Virtual School applications now available for Cullman City Schools students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Virtual School applications have been made available through the Cullman City School System. As of now, the 2021-2022 school year will...
Cullman High School to host vaccine clinic Aug. 5
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools and Cullman Regional Medical Center (CRMC) will be partnering to host a mobile vaccination clinic at Cullman High...
City Board of Education holds Aug. 2 meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board met early Tuesday morning to discuss proceedings for the upcoming school year.
The Board approved the following...
New Cullman County notification system ready for upcoming school year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission has announced that the Cullman County EMA’s Cullman County Notification System has been set up for the...
Cullman Tribune print to switch from five to three editions per week
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Tribune has recently decided to make the switch from a five-day print schedule each week to a three-day print...
She Reads: ‘Zoe Rosenthal is Not Lawful Good’ by Nancy Werlin
This week in She Reads, we have an incredibly surprising work, “Zoe Rosenthal is Not Lawful Good” by Nancy Werlin. In this novel, we...
Lockers: A yes or no for the 2021-2022 school year?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to the renewal of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s official guidelines for this school year, the option to...
Cullman County Public Library hosts 2nd Annual Harry Potter Birthday Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library on Friday, held their 2nd Annual Harry Potter Birthday Parade. Though the first parade event was...
Holly Pond Back-to-School Bash kicks off Aug. 7
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Town of Holly Pond will be hosting a Back-to-School Bash to kick off the new school year Aug. 7....
Cullman County Public Library hosts cardmaking class for children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Renee Welsh from the Friends of the Public Library continued the library’s summer fun as she led local children in cardmaking...
Liberty Learning Foundation to launch new high school programs at CHS this fall
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning fall 2021, Cullman will be embarking on a mission in preparing students to be life, career, and citizen ready. The...
The Policies of Starting Over – Putting your best foot forward
When in the process of moving forward in life, do you ever find yourself gravitating toward what you ran from in the first place?...
Cullman’s White Willow becomes first-time winner of ‘Best in Bama’ award
CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Cullman-based businesses, White Willow and Karma’s Coffeehouse, are recipients of this year’s Alabama Magazine’s “Best in Bama” awards.
White Willow owner...
Soil and Water Conservation District holds children’s presentation at Guy Hunt Library and Museum
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Soil and Water Conservation District on Thursday made a presentation for the children of Guy Hunt Library and Museum...
She Reads: ‘The Woman in Cabin 10’ by Ruth Ware
Last week, I wrote about how I had greatly enjoyed Ruth Ware’s work on, “Into A Dark, Dark Wood” and this week, I have...
Cullman Florist visits essential workers for Make Someone Smile Week
CULLMAN, Ala. – Flowers can make someone smile, and this week, Cullman Florist is lighting up faces as part of Teleflora’s annual Make Someone...
Community Luncheon welcomes speakers from the Cullman Legislative Delegation Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Chamber of Commerce Community Luncheon kicked off Thursday, July 15 at Stone Bridge Farms with Interim President Peggy Smith recognizing...
DB Technologies holds grand opening at Wallace State Community College
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - DB Technologies recently held their grand opening at Wallace State Community College (WSCC) in the Bailey Center Friday, July 16. Among...
Cullman City Primary School not accepting out-of-district students
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School has made an announcement that they will not be admitting any out of district student for the...
Camelot Books offers unique local options for comic books and literature
CULLMAN, Ala. - While many are probably familiar with the bookstore that resides on the corner of 207 3rd St SW, what may yet...
She Reads: Into A Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware
“I am running. I am running through moonlit woods, with branches ripping at my clothes and my feet catching in the snow-bowed bracken.” With...
Guy Hunt Library and Museum in full swing for the summer
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Tucked away in Holly Pond, Guy Hunt Library and Museum holds a plethora of literature and learning experiences for children...
Build-It-Better program begins fall 2021 for eighth graders countywide
VINEMONT, Ala. – With the upcoming school year, the 18-week Build-It-Better program will offered in established career preparation classes for eighth-graders countywide. The Tribune...
Stuff The Bus campaign begins July 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 4th annual Stuff the Bus campaign is kicking off this weekend! This yearly event is organized by United Way of...
Sales Tax-Free Weekend July 16–18
CULLMAN, Ala. - Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 16, all back-to-school buyers can participate in the annual Sales Tax-Free Weekend. Each year on...
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...
She Reads: Calling Me Home by Julie Kibler
This is a story that deserves to be spoken about with respect. Author Julie Kibler transports you back and forth through time as you...
Little Free Public Library ribbon cutting in Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - A new Little Free Public Library has opened in Hanceville, thanks to the Friends of the Public Library. These Little Free...
‘The way the ordinance stands now, we absolutely will not survive’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, June 28 passed a revision to Section 4-33 of the Cullman City Code of Ordinances...
‘Truth in Nature is tight lines, steady aim and a cleansed heart’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Truth in Nature held an educational day for the young men of the Cullman chapter Saturday, June 26. The first half...
Cullman Peach Orchard open for the summer
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Peach Orchard is formally owned by Johnathon Clayton, but is largely a family business. His sister Anita Warner explained...
Chambers Fall Festival in the works for September
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Sept. 25, Chambers Farm & Garden Supply will be hosting a fall festival for the entire community. The event will...
Tribune nets 13 APA awards including Community COVID award
CULLMAN, Ala. – This past weekend, members of The Cullman Tribune attended the Alabama Press Association to celebrate 150 years of journalistic integrity in...
Urban Cookhouse offers healthy, local menu options
CULLMAN, Ala. - Urban Cookhouse has opened its doors in Cullman and is quickly becoming a huge hit! Lisa Goodwin and Keith Goodwin co-own...
Unification marks historical evening for Lions, Lioness clubs
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Installment Dinner for The Lions and Lioness Club marked a historical change for the organization Monday evening at Stonebridge. What...
Editorial: ‘It’s just like this for now’
I heard a phrase the other day that sat with me for a while before it really began to settle. “It’s just like this...
Upcoming summer events at Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Summer Learning Program at Cullman County Public Library has been a hit with kids and adults alike across the county;...
Alabama-based teachers participate in annual Environmental Conservation Education Teacher Workshop at Camp Meadowbrook
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Conservation District held the annual Environmental Conservation Education Teacher Workshop June 22, 23, and 24 for teachers across...
She Reads: ‘The Maidens’ by Alex Michaelides
“Edward Fosca was a murderer. This was a fact. This wasn’t something Mariana knew just on an intellectual level, as an idea. Her body...
Drinkard Development breaks ground for new cinema in Albertville
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. – After a weekend of rain, the sun finally came out as Drinkard Development broke ground Tuesday afternoon of what will become...
Editorial: Summer recommended reading list
Something magical happens when you first reach for a book. The possibilities become endless and worlds you knew nothing about become visible- fallen cities,...
She Reads: ‘The Silent Patient’ by Alex Michaelides
Let me begin this review by simply saying, y’all, I could not put this one down. This week, the book of choice has been...
Cullman County Public Library summer events well underway
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wednesday morning at Cullman City Public Library, children from across the community came together to enjoy the Chalk Art event which...
A bag full of books for $3 at the Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library has an absolute abundance of books and this week, they have begun selling them to the...
20th Annual Farming Tour for Kids sees another successful turnout
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex has recently wrapped up one of their most successful summer educational programs. On June 10-11, they held...
Mount Nebo Baptist Church holds first post-COVID-19 VBS
CULLMAN, Ala. – Mount Nebo Baptist Church in Vinemont held their Vacation Bible School this week as they continued their passionate mission of outreach....
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...
Editorial: The policies of starting over – Asking for help
When it comes to writing, I have always enjoyed getting things done. I love the feeling that comes when I have completed a piece...
A Little Eagle with big dreams
CULLMAN, Ala.- Vinemont student Caden Crawford had one huge dream this school year and the Cullman County community wanted to help make it come...
Friends of the Public Library sponsors children’s writing competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - This summer, the Friends of the Cullman County Public Library are sponsoring a writing competition for the children of Cullman County....
Cullman County Public Library hosts Summer Reading Program kick off
CULLMAN, Ala.- On June 2, Cullman County Public Library hosted the official kick off for their Summer Reading Program. Although originally planned to be...
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....
Running 4 Heroes: K-9
CULLMAN, Ala.- At only 8 years old, Theresa Ann runs 1 mile for every fallen military and police officer listed on www.odmp.org/k9. Theresa Ann...
Editorial: The policies of starting over pt. 2
Change is a largely evolving concept. Occasionally, we are swept up in this giant wave of newness and gives us a feeling of being...
Recent briefing gives positive updates on Highway 157construction progress
CULLMAN, Ala. - The construction on Alabama Highway 157 is well underway as Chilton Contractors Inc. work on the two-lane northbound roadway. The plans...
She Reads: ‘One Step Behind’ by Lauren North
Any time you open a new book, you are introduced to a world of endless possibilities. There are a thousand--no, a million different places...
The Refuge Church hosts annual Fishing Rodeo
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Refuge Church in East Point, Alabama, off Highway 278, hosted their annual Fishing Rodeo Saturday morning. The rodeo kicked off at...
Holly Pond High School’s new Home Economics classroom ready for 2021 school year
HOLLY POND, Ala. - For the past three years, Holly Pond High School has been waiting on their brand-new Home Economics classroom and it...
Editorial: Laying stress at the door
As a certified yoga instructor who has taught for over seven years, Beverly Dotesy found her neighboring passion in massage therapy. She had always...
The halls of knowledge: Cullman County Public Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - When you walk into the Cullman County Public Library, you are greeted by a rush of cool air and quiet, but...
Editorial: The policies of starting over
There are few things that we as people seem to love less than change. The disruption to our daily patterns, motions and moments rattles...
Editorial: Education dedicated to community
The city and county schools always do an amazing job at taking care of Cullman’s students and with summer just around the corner, they...
Small but always significant
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pomp and Circumstance echoed throughout the room as the Class of 2021 at the Children’s Development Center began their procession. Cameras...
She Reads: The Woman in the Window by: A.J. Finn
When initially reaching for “The Woman in the Window”, I hoped sincerely to find a novel that would truly capture the magical essence of...
Editorial: Music’s comeback in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - While live music may have been a staple for many before the pandemic hit, it has certainly dwindled to a crawl...
Bubbling up in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Calling all who love anything soapy, sudsy and splendidly scented! Magnolia Soap & Bath Co has arrived in Cullman and they...