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Small Business Easter Market sees success

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  More than 1,000 shoppers turned out for the Small Business Easter Market on Saturday, March 22, at the Cullman County Agricultural...

Cullman Family Expo coming April 5

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center parent teacher organization is hosting the third annual Cullman Family Expo on Saturday, April 5,...

Fairview High School 100 Year Celebration 5K/Fun Run coming April 12 

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - As part of the Fairview High School 100 Year Celebration, a 5K race and Mile Fun Run will take place Saturday,...
Kinsey Nikole Burns (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

(Updated) Cullman woman 2nd person charged with manslaughter in Good Hope case 

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Updated March 26, 2025, at 5:22 p.m. GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Cullman County woman is now facing a manslaughter charge in connection with the...

Fairview High unveils additions, renovations

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School on Wednesday, March 19, cut the ribbon on additions and renovations to its Family & Consumer Sciences and...
Gregory Wayne Aycock (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

Cullman man facing manslaughter charge in Good Hope case

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A Cullman County man is now facing a manslaughter charge in connection with the death of a man in Good...

Small Business Easter Market this Saturday in Cullman

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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...

Harbison resigning from Alabama House

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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...

Cullman County sees little damage during statewide storms

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and local law enforcement expressed Sunday morning how grateful they are for the lack...
Rick and Draima Whitmire lost their home, cars and belongings in a house fire on Thursday, March 13, in the Hidden Lake subdivision in Cullman County. (contributed by family)

Local family loses home to fire

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A local couple with deep ties to the community lost their home, cars and belongings in a house fire on Thursday,...

TACOMARG opens in Warehouse District

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CULLMAN, Ala. - New restaurant TACOMARG officially opened Friday, March 14, in Cullman’s Warehouse District, with an inviting atmosphere, vibrant colors, creative cocktails and...

Another Little Free Library on the way

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FALKVILLE, Ala. - Community supporter, avid reader and maker of all things homemade, Stephanie Sprouse, has applied for a third Little Free Library grant,...

Goat Island hosting tie dye event March 29

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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,...

Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale coming March 22

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Master Gardeners will host their third annual Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale on Saturday, March 22, from 8...

Fashion star

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CSHS senior Savannah Bischoff wins 1st place fashion award at state FCCLA competition BREMEN, Ala. - Earlier this month, Cold Springs High School students attended...

Downtown library to host Author Talk event March 19

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will host author Dr. Rebekah Lloyd for an Author Talk...

Man charged with attempted murder in Good Hope shooting

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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...

CCSO responds to shooting in Good Hope

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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...

Vinemont’s monthly senior lunch March 17

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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...

Library After Hours Book Club info meeting set for March 7

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System will host an interest meeting for its new Library After Hours...

Stony Lonesome adds obstacle course, will host RFC Spring Edition

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BREMEN, Ala. - Cullman County’s Stony Lonesome OHV Park is unveiling a recently built obstacle course. Park Manager Tyler Lindsey said the idea for the...

TACOMARG coming to Cullman Warehouse District

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A new restaurant - TACOMARG - is set to open in Cullman’s Warehouse District this month.  Owner/Operator Joel Sanchez said TACOMARG won’t just...

Col. Don Fallin announces candidacy for House District 11

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired U.S. Army Col. Don Fallin has announced his candidacy for House District 11. The seat is vacant now since former Rep....

Volunteers welcome at Shirley Burden Public Library

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Hanceville Public Library, recently renamed the Shirley Burden Public Library, offers a volunteer program and recently shared one of its...

The Refuge Church of God Women’s Conference 2025 set for March 1

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Refuge Church of God in Cullman will host its free Women’s Conference 2025, “Come Bloom with Us,” on Saturday, March...

‘Wine people are happy people’

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Sipsey Winery opening in Cullman March 1 CULLMAN, Ala. -  Sipsey Winery will open its Cullman location on Saturday, March 1, at 11 a.m. The...

Cullman Eagle Forum hosting human trafficking discussion Feb. 24

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Cullman Eagle Forum is hosting an event with the Cullman County Human Trafficking Task Force Monday, Feb. 24, at 6...
Top row, left to right, are Jason Shane Marlin, Donna Reid Kelso and Jason Scott Wilbanks; bottom row, left to right, are Eric Michael Kelso, William Andrew Shelnutt and Cody Alan Kelso. (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

Grand jury calls for abolition of Hanceville PD; 6 arrested

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Updated Feb. 19, 2025, at 4:35 p.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Five Hanceville Police Department officers and one spouse of an officer were indicted by a...

Park-It Market at The Link Feb. 26

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County will host the Food Bank of North Alabama Park-It Market on Wednesday, Feb. 26. The mobile...

‘100 years of tradition and excellence’

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Fairview High to celebrate centennial FAIRVIEW, Ala. - In just a few weeks, Fairview High School will host its centennial celebration. The event will take...

Empty Bowls coming this Monday, Feb. 17

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The 20th annual Empty Bowls of Cullman County Chili Dinner will take place Monday, Feb. 17, from 4-6:30 p.m. in Hearin...

Next Vinemont senior lunch set for Feb. 17

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Community Center will be the place to be for seniors on Monday, Feb. 17. That’s when the Town of...
Gregory Wayne Aycock (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)

(Update) Man arrested in connection with body found in Good Hope

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - A Cullman man has been arrested in connection with the body that was found at a Good Hope park Saturday,...

Celebrity 1st grader: ‘Hot Rod’ Gibbs

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - Holly Pond first grader “Hot Rod” Lincoln Gibbs, 7, turned heads in Biloxi recently during the 30th annual Professional Cowboy...

CCSO, MCSO hold K9 Detection and Tracking Seminar

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 3-5, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, hosted a K9 Detection and...

4th annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament Feb. 8

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The fourth annual Christian Hart Memorial Cornhole Tournament is this Saturday, Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. in the Vinemont Elementary School...

Local VFD chiefs talk training, planning

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CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Johnson’s Crossing Volunteer Fire Department recently held a Ropes and Knots training course at a Berlin Volunteer Fire Department...

Crocker appointed to Alabama Coroners Training Commission

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker was recently appointed by Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall to the Alabama Coroners Training Commission...

CPD officers achieve FTO certifications

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Three Cullman Police Department officers ̶   Josh Spinks, Ryan Whisenhunt and Michael Bryant ̶   recently achieved their Field Training Officer (FTO)...

Library hosting Empty Bowls event

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) will host an event in partnership with Empty Bowls of...

CATA Culinary Arts program hosting monthly lunch event Feb. 6

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Technology Academy (CATA) Culinary Arts program will host a lunch on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m....

Holly Pond Jazz Band presents ‘Jazz and Red Velvet’ Feb. 15

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HOLLY POND, Ala. - The Holly Pond Jazz Band will host “Jazz and Red Velvet, Dinner, Dessert and a Show” on Saturday, Feb. 15,...

District Court hosts area juniors for mock hearing

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Area juniors visited Cullman County District Court this month as part of the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce’s Youth Leadership Cullman...

Downtown library hosting Teen Tuesday program

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The downtown branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) began hosting its successful “Teen Tuesday” program geared toward 13-18...
Richard Anthony Vitkauskas (Cullman County Sheriff's Office)

(Updated) Bremen shooting suspect arrested

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LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2025/02/06/bremen-man-continues-to-be-held-without-bond-following-alleged-shooting/ Updated Saturday, Jan. 25, at 12:48 p.m. After conferring with Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker, authorities say Vitkauskas is now being charged...

Jones Chapel VFD reports annual election results

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JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department held its annual elections this month and recently announced the results. Fire Chief Clint Thrasher...

Walter Baptist hosting women’s event Feb. 2

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WALTER, Ala. - Walter Baptist Church will host a “Covered with Love” Women’s Day conference on Sunday, Feb. 2, from 2-4 p.m.  Church member Nina...

Check out these Cullman Senior Center events

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  The Cullman Senior Center recently held a popular introduction to frame loom weaving class, and now the second one of the...

Keep your pets safe this winter

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control asks that pet owners be responsible and take care of their animals all year, but especially during...

(Updated) CCSO says suspect in stolen vehicle case apprehended

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Updated Jan. 14, 2025, at 6:49 p.m. Statement from CCSO PIO Chad Whaley: "The suspect that fled from the stolen vehicle has been located and...

2 graduate from Cullman County Drug Court

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CULLMAN, Ala. -  Two men recently graduated from Cullman County Drug Court. District Judge Chad Floyd announced Tuesday, Jan. 7, that Richard Clanton and...

Cullman County 2024 death statistics

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Each year, The Tribune reaches out to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick, the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and the Cullman Police...

United Way Business Alliance Brunch coming Jan. 16

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) will host a Business Alliance Brunch on Thursday, Jan. 16, from noon-1 p.m. at...

Local woman promotes Little Free Libraries

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EVA, Ala. - The number of Little Free Library locations continues to expand around the area, thanks in part to the efforts of a...

CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ Jan. 29

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department started hosting Coffee with a Cop events over a decade ago — a way to bridge the...

CCCDC hosting 2nd annual Miss Extraordinary Pageant March. 8

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) will host the second annual Miss Extraordinary Pageant on Saturday, March 8, at 8 a.m. Principal...

Cullman County cold weather resources: Senior centers, warming shelters

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As cold weather approaches the area, several local entities are providing services to keep residents warm and safe.  Cullman County Commission on...

Business spotlight: Dani’s Classroom Cleaning Services

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville native Danielle Haley recently started a new business venture: Dani’s Classroom Cleaning Services. Right now, she is available in the...

CASA looking for volunteers

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is in need of volunteers.   What is a CASA volunteer? According to the CASA website: “As...

Library hosting Puzzle Tournament Jan. 11

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) is hosting a Puzzle Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 11, 10...

Back to school: SRO style

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Former Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputy and school resource officer (SRO) Bill Fisher recently came out of retirement to join the...

Cullman Senior Center hosting frame loom weaving class Jan. 7 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Senior Center will be hosting an introduction to frame loom Weaving class on Tuesday, Jan. 7, at noon.  Cullman Senior...

The Flying Fifty and others hosting online giveaway 

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Flying Fifty Hotel and other tenants of the building recently shared on social media a buildingwide giveaway.  Flying Fifty Owner Challie...

CCSO gives NYE safety tips

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CULLMAN, Ala. - As we prepare to begin the New Year, Sheriff Matt Gentry and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office encourage everyone to enjoy...

Library hosting Winter Reading Challenge

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Public Library System will host a bingo-style Winter Reading Challenge Jan. 6-Feb. 28, 2025.  CCPLS Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore...
First Presbyterian Church of Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 18, from 1 p.m. until boxes are gone, will hand out free food boxes. Each box contains bone-in ham, canned corn, canned green beans, flour, cornmeal, tea bags, macaroni and cheese, Vienna sausages, ramen noodles, broth, rice, dry pinto beans and saltine crackers. (First Presbyterian Church of Cullman)

FREE FOOD BOXES Wednesday, Dec. 18, at First Presbyterian Church of Cullman

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CULLMAN, Ala. - First Presbyterian Church of Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 18, from 1 p.m. until boxes are gone, will hand out free food...

Wreck claims life of Cullman man

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man was killed in a wreck Thursday, Dec. 12, at U.S. Highway 278 and Alabama Highway 157. Cullman County...

Rodeo dinner draws 700-plus; event this weekend

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CULLMAN, Ala. - More than 700 people came out to a dinner Tuesday night, Dec. 10, 2024, at Cotton Creek Warehouse downtown ahead of...
The City of Hanceville will be delivering more than 700 Christmas cards to local seniors at nursing and assisting living homes. Cards are being collected through Friday, Dec. 13, 2024. (Kim Reburn)

‘It’s a simple act that brings immense joy’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In the two weeks left before Christmas, the City of Hanceville will be delivering more than 700 Christmas cards to local...

Pair O’ Docs Farm 2024 Christmas Festival coming Dec. 14

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BREMEN, Ala. - Pair O’ Docs Farm will host its Christmas Festival on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 1-6 p.m.  Manager Gabby Abbott said this is...

McDearmond gets 2 99-year sentences in 2023 funeral home shooting

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Orie Shannon McDearmond of Cullman on Wednesday, Dec. 11, received two 99-year sentences in connection to a shooting at Cullman Funeral...

Local law enforcement, DA, Troopers talk traffic safety

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, Cullman Police Department and Alabama State Troopers took part in a...

Fairview Elementary holding Winter Coat and Shoe Drive

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Elementary School is holding its Winter Coat and Shoe Drive. Donations will be collected through Dec. 19, and distributed Dec....

‘I wanted to help them in this mission’

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DA donates equipment to help CCSO monitor sex offenders CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County District Attorney’s Office on Thursday, Dec. 5, donated equipment to...

Chick-fil-A hosting Christmas events

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Chick-fil-A Cullman is hosting a pair of Christmas events soon. “Cookies & Milk with Santa Cow” will take place on Tuesday, Dec....

Enon Baptist Church Children’s Christmas Program this weekend

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VINEMONT, Ala. - Enon Baptist Church in Vinemont will host its Children’s Christmas Program this Sunday, Dec. 8, at 5 p.m.   Nursery Sunday School...

Hele Bowls hosting canned food drive, free Christmas meal

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Hele Bowls is hosting a canned food drive now through Dec. 16, to benefit The Link of Cullman County.  Owner Sarah Morrow...

Cullman man struck, killed by vehicle Sunday

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CULLMAN, Ala. - A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Sunday, Dec. 1, around 6:20 p.m. in Cullman. Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick ...

Spilling the tea on a great new eatery

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The Olive House — home of Chat & Chew, Sunday Tea Time  — opened its doors to the public on Sept. 3, 2024.   Owners Roger...

Senior spotlight: 95 years of living life to the fullest

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Military veteran and Vinemont man Robert Doty, lovably known as Mr. Bob in his neighborhood, shared his knowledge and experience from his 95 years...

Practice safety awareness this holiday season

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The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office has some seasonal safety tips for the community to help with safer driving, shopping and overall home preparedness this...

Keep your pets safe this winter

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Control asks that pet owners be responsible and take care of their animals all year, but especially during...

Cullman Christian School holding ‘Feed the Need’ event and serve day

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Christian School will be holding a “Feed the Need” event and serve day on Tuesday, Nov. 26, packing 10,000 meals,...

Good Hope ag students make, sell Christmas trees

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GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Ag Department crafted and sold decorative Christmas trees built by the students recently - with...

‘Show them they’re loved and remembered during the holiday season’

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The City of Hanceville is looking to make the holiday season a little brighter for local nursing home and assisted living...

2nd annual Falkville Christmas Parade set for Dec. 9

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FALKVILLE, Ala. - The second annual Falkville Christmas Parade will take place Monday, Dec. 9, beginning at 7 p.m.  President of the Christmas Parade committee...

Vinemont hosting senior Christmas event Dec. 16

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VINEMONT, Ala. - The Town of South Vinemont is hosting a free senior citizen Christmas fellowship event on Monday, Dec. 16, from 10 a.m.-1...

(Update) 2 dead following multivehicle crash; man charged with manslaughter

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Updated Nov. 21, 2024, at 11:07 a.m. CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people are dead and another has been charged with reckless manslaughter following a multivehicle...

Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse’s 9th annual Veterans Day Thanks-Giving Appreciation Dinner coming Nov. 25

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WEST POINT, Ala. - The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse’s ninth annual Veterans Day Thanks-Giving Appreciation Dinner will take place Monday, Nov. 25, from noon-6 p.m....

Small Business Christmas Market coming Nov. 30

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CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Christmas Market is coming to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Saturday, Nov. 30. The Pink Boot Boutique...

Save the date! 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade coming Dec. 7

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HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, Dec. 7, beginning at noon. Hanceville Civitan Club Event and Media...

Need to mail a letter to the North Pole?

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Santa’s mailbox posted at Vinemont Town Hall VINEMONT, Ala. - Looking for a place to drop a line to Santa? Santa’s mailbox is posted at...
Race winners were Mason Gobble and Henry Crocker (Lauren Estes)

Run, Run Rudolph!

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation hosted its inaugural Run, Run Rudolph Fun Run Friday night to kick off the  21st Annual...

Healthy holiday recipes

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Holly, jolly, healthy and hearty is the way to go with meal options this holiday season.  Looking for a change-up for your normal Thanksgiving and...

Brown sentenced to 80 years for parking deck murder of Ramos

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CULLMAN, Ala. - Christopher Dean Eugene Brown, 22, was sentenced to 80 years on Tuesday, Nov. 12, for the murder of Roberto Juarez Ramos,...

Jones Chapel VFD gets new ladder truck

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JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department received its new ladder truck on Oct. 17.   Chief Clint Thrasher said the ladder...

Fairview honors local veterans

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FAIRVIEW, Ala. -  Fairview High School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 8. Teacher and program organizer Whitney Haynes said there...

‘We hope to make this Thanksgiving a little brighter’

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Hele Bowls to serve up free Thanksgiving plates CULLMAN, Ala. - This Thanksgiving, local restaurant Hele Bowls will be opening its doors to provide free...

4 simple ways to stay healthy this holiday season

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*Anytime you are beginning a new workout regimen or program, always have clearance or consult with your doctor if you have any pre-existing cardiac...

West Elementary hosts annual Veterans Day program

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CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 7, with two performances by its fifth graders. Military veteran and...