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Cullman City Primary School sends students off with drive-by parade
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the school closure and schools turning to online courses for students, many schools are hosting “drive-by parades” to say good-bye...
Cullman Council, mayor issue orders limiting number of customers in retail...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Friday passed a resolution followed by an order from Mayor Woody Jacobs limiting the number of...
Arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 3, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Regional update on COVID-19 situation
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Cullman Regional Medical Center reports that COVID-19 is having a critical and hopefully short-term financial impact on the entire local healthcare...
Jacobs proclaims April ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’ in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Thursday officially proclaimed the month of April 2020 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in the city...
Empty Halls: Local educators reflect on academic life during pandemic
As school facilities officially close for the year, and teachers and administrators prepare to finish the year via distance learning methods, a few area...
Bringing out the Best: Hundreds flock to Cullman Regional for hour...
CULLMAN, Ala. - As hospitals around the country and around the world are ravaged with cases of COVID-19, a group of Cullman residents decided to...
Hanceville opts out of Families First Coronavirus Response Act
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- The Hanceville City Council held a special meeting Thursday afternoon outside of city hall to consider a resolution to opt out of...
PREP SPORTS: Local seniors reflect on their favorite games, moments from...
The spread of COVID-19 has brought an abrupt and
unsatisfying end to the careers of senior athletes all over the state. This
time of year should...
Alabama farmers to host virtual field trips every Friday through May...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - How do peanuts grow? When do Alabama farmers grow different fruits and vegetables? What’s the difference between a cow, a bull...
Bringing out the Best: ‘They showed up in waves’
FAIRVIEW, Ala.- It was a bittersweet farewell at Fairview Elementary School Monday as administrators, teachers and staff waved and greeted students- from a safe...
Bringing out the Best: Vinemont teacher connects with 3rd-grade student via...
VINEMONT, Ala.- As schools and students across the county and state work to transition to at-home/distance learning due to school closures, teachers are finding...
Arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 2, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Ivey: Census 2020 now more important than ever
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday stressed the ongoing importance of the 2020 Census, which is currently under way and available for immediate...
ADOL encourages employees to file for benefits under the CARES Act
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Labor (ADOL) is encouraging employees who believe they may qualify for programs under the CARES Act to...
Ivey urges Alabama small business owners to prepare now by applying...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey is urging Alabama Small Business Owners to respond to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic by taking steps to ensure...
“I get to finish with the girls I started with” –...
TUSCLOOSA, Ala. – With
seemingly endless waves of bad news hitting the sports world day after day, the
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) was able to...
Free COVID-19 testing at Cullman Co. Health Department beginning April 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), COVID-19 testing will begin next Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Cullman...
FBI warns: scams on the rise during COVID-19 pandemic; IRS advice...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is warning people that the rise in fear due from the COVID-19 pandemic is also...
Both school systems will resume student feeding programs after Spring Break
CULLMAN, Ala. - In the week of April 6, when students were scheduled to return from this week’s Spring Break, both Cullman County Schools...
Bringing out the best: ‘Going on a bear hunt!’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Bear hunting fever is sweeping the Cullman community! Young hunters, armed with cameras and getting a little grown-up help behind the...
100 days left to apply for absentee ballot for Primary Runoff
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Ahead of the July 14 Primary Runoff Election, Secretary of State John Merrill reminds Alabama voters that there are 100 days...
What to do if your car tag or driver’s license expires...
CULLMAN, Ala. - With many public services being limited or closed down due to COVID-19 concerns, many people may worry about what they should...
Arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported April 1, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Holly Pond Council refunds summer ball league fees
HOLLY POND, Ala. – In a special called meeting, the Holly Pond Town Council voted to refund fees citizens paid for participation in the...
United Way of Cullman County announces COVID-19 grant opportunities
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County announced Tuesday it has committed $5,000 from emergency resources to launch the COVID-19 Community Response Fund. Through...
Cullman Council excludes essential city employees from FFCRA, approves temporary stipend
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved an emergency resolution that will exclude the city’s public safety and public works...
Jacobs proclaims Child Abuse Awareness Month in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Tuesday officially proclaimed the month of April 2020 “Child Abuse Prevention Month” in the city of...
North Alabama Agriplex now offering drive-up farmers’ market
CULLMAN, Ala. - As many local businesses struggle due to the enforced social distancing protocols, the North Alabama Agriplex has rolled out a new...
Arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 31, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
City, County encourage safe use of outdoor recreation areas
CULLMAN, Ala. - As kids and many parents are stuck at home for the time being, folks are seeking free or low-cost opportunities to...
Bringing out the Best: Center Hill Baptist reaches out to children,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Center Hill Baptist Church has been keeping itself busy during the pandemic shutdown. Last week, members spent two days distributing activity...
ADEM: ‘Your drinking water is safe’ during COVID-19 crisis
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Your drinking water is safe, so there’s no need to hoard cases of bottled water during the coronavirus crisis, the Alabama...
Arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 30, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Op-ed: A war with an invisible enemy
The coronavirus pandemic has been called a war with an invisible enemy.
The Greatest Generation taught us to win a war; we have to be...
Hanceville man charged with torture of child
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) investigators on Sunday arrested Aaron Anthony Stites, 26, of Hanceville for first-degree assault and torture/willful abuse...
Congress appropriates $400M to prepare states for Election Day amid coronavirus...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – After days of intense debate and negotiation, the White House and Congressional leaders have reached a historic $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville’s Bellmon signs with Marion Military Institute
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Another
local athlete is preparing to take their talents to the next level. Hanceville’s
Tyson Bellmon signed a scholarship to continue his playing...
ALEA’s Marine Patrol Division reminds everyone about social distancing, water safety
MONTGOMERY – Because schools, businesses and churches have closed indefinitely in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), more people are spending their free time on...
Let’s not become a people who dread sunrise
I can remember a time when I
dreaded sundown. I was a kid afraid of the dark and the monsters that lived
under my bed. Eventually,...
FUNNY THINGS FROM YESTERDAY: He had to put his gun away
Some times I hear
about someone else’s grandsons. I try to put that person in the limelight for a
little while. I don’t use their names...
Files from Yesteryear: 1937
From The Files Of 1937:
Marriages:
October 13 – David M. Morgan,, 36, to Cordelia Harper, 34
and Floyd Chaney, 24, to Molly Roberts, 18.
October 14...
State Health Officer, State Health Department detail business closures; Gov. Ivey...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- On Friday, Alabama State Health Officer Scott Harris issued an amended order
closing “non-essential” businesses statewide until Apr. 17. Closures will go
into effect...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs’ Hill named 2A Player of the Year...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Déjà
vu. For the second straight season, the Alabama Sports Writers Association
(ASWA) has named Cold Springs standout Elizabeth Hill the Girls 2A...
PREP BASEBALL: 2020 season recap; COVID-19 brings early end to spring...
CULLMAN, Ala. – With
Gov. Ivey and State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey’s announcement
about students staying home for the rest of the school year...
‘We miss our regulars’ – Local restaurants share impact from COVID-19...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. –
Restaurants around the county have had to noticeably adapt quickly to new
restrictions and orders put in place by officials due to...
Crafty family supplies masks to medical professionals
CULLMAN, Ala. -
Amy Gleaton, a career and technical education teacher at Cullman High School,
is proving how crafty she can be in the face of...
Area funeral homes adjust to COVID-19 restrictions
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Area funeral homes are having to change the way they plan services as they
adjust to guidelines set forth by the state. Local funeral...
Attorney General Steve Marshall announces partnership with Amazon to counter pandemic-related...
(MONTGOMERY)—Attorney General Steve Marshall announced yesterday a partnership with Amazon.com to combat unconscionable online price gouging of Alabamians by bad actors during the...
Bringing out the best: Feeding the Gulf Coast helps locate food...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- “Feeding the Gulf Coast” (FGC) does not sound like an organization that would
concern itself with north Alabama, but Outreach Senior Coordinator Carol...
Cullman County Animal Shelter closes down for deep clean amidst COVID-19...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As the county takes precautions to protect residents and reduce the spread of
COVID-19, many animal lovers are becoming concerned for the county's
four-legged residents....
U.S. 31 lane to be closed near Olive St.
HUNTSVILLE —
The Alabama Department of Transportation advises motorists that contractor
Wiregrass Construction will temporarily close the inside southbound lane of
U.S. 31 north of Olive Street...
Aderholt statement on passage of CARES Act
WASHINGTON
— Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) released the following statement
after the House of Representatives passed the CARES Act, a stimulus package
that will provide financial...
Bringing out the best: Hanceville FUMC and other county churches going...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – As churches around Cullman feel the strain of social distancing on their worship services, many are utilizing different livestreaming services to...
Bringing out the Best: Local woman sewing face masks for Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As many healthcare workers across the nation struggle with shortages of
sanitary face masks, some craft workers are using their skills to help combat
the...
Attorney General Steve Marshall announces partnership with Facebook to combat price...
(MONTGOMERY)— Attorney
General Steve Marshall announced today a partnership with Facebook to combat
unconscionable online price gouging of Alabamians during the current pandemic.
The partnership is the...
Bringing out the Best: Parkside Outreach Program offers community assistance services
BAILEYTON, Ala. –
Since June 2018, the Parkside Outreach Program (POP), a 501(c)3 organization,
has been supporting Baileyton and surrounding communities with a food pantry
funded purely...
Customers find fragrances, clothes and faith at Lavish Boutique
CULLMAN, Ala.-
Inside Lavish Boutique in Cullman’s Warehouse District, shoppers are sure to
find beautiful clothes and accessories, sweet fragrances and perhaps some divine
inspiration. Near the...
Cullman area long term care facilities get creative during Covid-19 quarantine
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Wednesday
marks two weeks since the doors began closing to visitors at assisted living
and nursing home facilities throughout Cullman County and...
Hanceville City Council holds sunny Thursday meeting to discuss local business
HANCEVILLE, Ala.-
It was a gorgeous afternoon for a city council meeting. The Hanceville City
Council met Thursday for their regularly scheduled council meeting and in
keeping...
Governor, State Superintendent of Education: schools closed for remainder of year;...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.
- On Thursday afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey issued a supplemental State of Emergency
notice as she and State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey...
Initial unemployment claims for week ending 3/21/2020
MONTGOMERY, Ala. –
The Alabama Department of Labor released the official count for initial claims
filed during the week of March 15 – March 21, 2020....
Wallace State Health Science programs taking applications for Fall 2020 entry
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Applications are now open for anyone interested in enrolling in many of the Health Science programs at Wallace State Community College....
Arrests and incidents reported March 26, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 16, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure...
Perfect Game lists 3 Trojans as top MLB Draft prospects
Troy, Ala. – Three Trojans were named to Perfect Game's list of the nation's top 400 MLB Draft prospects, the organization announced earlier this week. Right-handed...
PREP SOFTBALL: Where do local teams stand during the hiatus?
CULLMAN, Ala. – With
schools shut down across the state, high school sports are in the middle of an
unprecedented hiatus. As of now, a return...
Bringing out the best: Daystar Church looking after seniors
CULLMAN, Ala.
- In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, seniors are statistically the most
vulnerable population and have to take extra precautions to guard against
exposure...
Bringing out the best: Northbrook Baptist Church goes online, offers to...
CULLMAN, Ala. -
As churches respond to the Coronavirus pandemic by transitioning to online
services and Bible studies, Northbrook Baptist Church is hoping to help smaller
churches...
‘If we can’t continue moving, everything stops’ – Local trucking industry...
CULLMAN, Ala. –
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has proven to be a trialing time for all
aspects of the economy and way of life at all...
Duck River Reservoir reopens to boat fishing; careful outdoor recreation still...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- The Cullman Economic Development Agency (CEDA) announced Wednesday that the
Duck River Reservoir will reopen to boat fishing Thursday, March 26. In a
message,...
Stony Lonesome OHV cancels Saturday’s scheduled night ride
BREMEN, Ala.
-- The Night Ride scheduled at Stony Lonesome OHV Park for Saturday March 28
has been canceled. Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Doug...
Bassmaster Elite Series event at Lake Eufaula postponed
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. —
B.A.S.S. officials announced they will postpone the Bassmaster Elite at Lake
Eufaula in Eufaula, Ala., originally scheduled to be held April 2-5, in...
PREP SOCCER: West Point’s Amanda Dyer signs with Judson College
WEST POINT, Ala. – Monday
was an exciting day for West Point’s Amanda Dyer. The senior goalkeeper signed
a scholarship to continue her playing career with...
Arrests and incidents reported March 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure...
Changes in hours, services for local restaurants
CULLMAN, Ala.
– With the recent public health order from Governor Kay Ivey
closing dining rooms for restaurants across the state of Alabama, local
establishments have had...
Bringing Out the best: Milo’s offers free meals to area children...
HOMEWOOD, Ala. -
On Tuesday, Milo’s Hamburgers informed The Tribune that it has recently
launched the “Alabama Strong” campaign to support the communities where its
restaurants are...
New changes in CARTS procedures
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -- Among
the many challenges that come with slowing Covid-19 (coronavirus) from
spreading is making sure Cullman County’s homebound residents are able to
obtain...
Schools going online: city schools building on existing resources, connectivity limits...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. -
On Mar. 30, the Alabama State Board of Education is set to release instructions
about the schedule for the remainder of the...
Arrests and incidents reported March 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure...
Bringing out the best: Cullman City Schools begins “grab and go”...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- Cullman City Schools (CCS) on Monday began distributing “Grab and Go Curbside
Meals” to students 18 and younger from the lunchroom at West...
Good Samaritan Health Clinic update on services
CULLMAN, Ala.
- On Monday, Good Samaritan Health Clinic Director Jolanda Hutson released this
statement from the clinic’s Medical Director, assuring clients of continuing
services with certain...
Arkadelphia residents find sinkhole forming under road
ARKADELPHIA, Ala.
- Saturday, Arkadelphia residents discovered a newly forming pothole on County
Road 8. At first, the spot appeared small, but when the pavement began...
Bringing out the best: Using social media, rural Cullman County pastor...
WALTER, Ala.
- Sunday morning, churches across the country took advantage of social media to
carry on with their Sunday services while respecting COVID-19 quarantine and
social...
Bringing out the best: Cullman Caring for Kids reopens food bank,...
CULLMAN, Ala.
- After a temporary suspension of services announced last Thursday, Cullman
Caring for Kids (CCK) reopened its food bank Monday morning. While the food
ministry...
Tornado vs. COVID-19: EMA, National Weather Service, Alabama Department of Public...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
- As the nation sits under advisories and orders to self-quarantine, north Alabama
could face a weather situation Tuesday that will force them...
Local businesses adapt to coronavirus pandemic and state health orders
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala.
– After the recent public
health order from Governor Kay Ivey, local businesses around the county have
shown they’re going through trials and tribulations...
Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant cancelled
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The
2020 Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant that was scheduled for Saturday April 18
at Wallace State Community College has been cancelled. The...
Latest from Mayor Woody Jacobs – 3/23
CULLMAN, Ala. -- The
City of Cullman continues to provide essential services – police, fire,
emergency medical, water and sewer service, electricity– all operations deemed
appropriate.
Closing down...
Governor Ivey delays State Tax filings
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Revenue announced today
that the state income tax filing due date is extended from April...
PREP FOOTBALL: Cold Springs’ Lacey commits to Maryville College
BREMEN, Ala. – Just
a few weeks after Lawson Burgess signed his letter of intent to play for
Huntingdon, another Eagles standout has chosen where he...
Wallace State Community College offering free counseling services to students
HANCEVILLE, AL —
Wallace State Community College is now offering free counseling services
to students, and in the current crisis, these services are being offered in a
virtual...
CGCA’s Xtreme Allstars sweep All-Star Prep Nationals
ATLANTA, Ga. – Cullman
Gymnastics & Cheer Academy’s Xtreme Allstars were back on the road last
weekend for the All-Star Prep Nationals at the Georgia International...
Wallace State recognized as National Society of Leadership Success Chapter
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State has been officially
recognized as a National Society of Leadership Success Chapter, and outstanding
student leaders across campus are being invited...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Tyler
Several years ago, when our
children were still just youngsters, I had never given any thought about
grandchildren. But I had a sister-in-law who had grandchildren...
Alabama’s outdoors provides solutions for social distancing
David Rainer, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
While Governor Kay Ivey and Dr. Scott Harris, chair of the Governor's COVID-19 Task Force, work...
Bringing out the best: ‘Every act of kindness can make a...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local chain Frios Pops’ mission has always been to have “fresh, frozen fun,” with “pops with a purpose.” The Tribune spoke...
Bringing out the best: Hanceville resident working to keep Hope Pantry...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Deborah Stam is doing her part to respond to the coronavirus pandemic by keeping the needy among her Hanceville neighbors supplied...
Bringing out the best: Senior feeding programs going strong; medications delivered...
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - As people “hunker down,”
“shelter in place” and create “social distance,” there are volunteers in
Cullman County who are making it their...
Alabama small businesses can seek SBA COVID-19 disaster loans
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey announced today that small businesses across Alabama negatively
impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are eligible for assistance under the U.S....
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs’ Hill selected as finalist for 2A Player...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Schools,
businesses, restaurants and sports are shutting down across the country but it’s
still awards season for local basketball teams. The Alabama Sports...
