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Smoky skies due to controlled burns
CULLMAN, Ala. - Many have noticed the smoky skies over parts of Cullman county throughout Friday but according to Cullman Fire Chief Bradberry the...
Hoop Faith
CULLMAN, Ala. – Basketball season may be over for schools across the state, but for the Krossover Basketball Association (K.B.A.), things are just getting...
A morning with Ophelia and James Fields
COLONY, Ala. – On most mornings, Ophelia Fields, 86, can be found at the Colony Senior Center playing dominoes with her many dear friends....
Cullman City Hall sees hail…sort of
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Thursday afternoon, a day after delivering a 3D printed model of “Walter,” Alabama’s official largest hailstone which fell during the...
Cullman City Hall sees hail…sort of
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Thursday afternoon, a day after delivering a 3D printed model of “Walter,” Alabama’s official largest hailstone which fell during the...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Raiders blast Ashville 10-0, Thursday night scoring wrap-up
Sidnie English (10) allowed just two hits and collected six strikeouts in the Lady Raiders' 10-0 win over Ashville on Thursday. (Nick Griffin for...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview’s Miller racks up 15 strikeouts in win over...
Jarrett Miller (19) allowed just 2 hits and racked up 15 strikeouts in Fairview's 2-0 win at Good Hope on Thursday. (Nick Griffin for...
Pet of the Week: Have a Lap? You need to meet...
CULLMAN - A little good news from the Cullman County Animal Shelter to kick things off: recently shared “Amelia Er” has been “hired” as...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 21, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Giving from the Heart
CULLMAN — Cullman Caring for Kids received a huge and most pleasant surprise as trucks and trailers full of canned goods arrived from a...
Rallying around one another
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Rally’s in Cullman was closed Saturday afternoon without warning and the decision had left its 11 employees confused, hurt and...
‘A perfect storm’
CULLMAN - “A perfect storm” is how Dr. Lavell Thrasher described the circumstances that led to a 3-2 vote by the Cullman City School...
ARCHERY: West Point High, Vinemont Middle, East Elementary place 1st at...
East Elementary posted a team score of 3122 to capture the elementary crown at this year's Cullman County Championships. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman...
Obituary: Hobert M. Scott
Hobert M. Scott, age 91, passed away on March 20, 2019 at his Hanceville residence. He was born on August 14, 1927 to Gordon...
Obituary: Robin Wilbanks
Robin Wilbanks, 62, of Garden City, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2019. He was born April 26, 1956, to Ervin and Naomi Sims...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 20, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
PREP SOFTBALL: Good Hope softball field named in honor of Greg...
(photo courtesy of Dana Dunagan)
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Feb. 25, 2019 is a day that will always be remembered in Good Hope sports history...
Four of five School Tax Renewals pass by large margins; Arab...
CULLMAN - On Tuesday evening, four of the five school tax renewals that have stirred much local debate passed, renewing the one-mill and three-mill...
County School Superintendent reveals “Project X,” talks school safety and facility...
CULLMAN - On Tuesday afternoon, Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) Superintendent Shane Barnette revealed “Project X” as a multi-use sports and event venue...
County School Superintendent reveals “Project X,” talks school safety and facility...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday afternoon, Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) Superintendent Shane Barnette revealed “Project X” as a multi-use sports and event...
PREP SOCCER: West Point splits home matchups with Fairview, Tuesday night...
WEST POINT, Ala. – It was just a few days ago when the Lady Warriors and Lady Aggies last squared off against one another...
Obituary: Inez Sams
Funeral services for Mrs. Inez Sams, 76, of Holly Pond, are Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Bro. Mark...
Roberta Gladys Venturella (Updated)
Roberta Gladys Venturella, of Cullman, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the age of 94. Mrs. Venturella enjoyed gardening and working outside...
PREP SOFTBALL: Huge 5th inning lifts Good Hope to area win...
Morgan Goodwin (20) finished with three hits and three RBIs for the Lady Raiders in their win over Oneonta on Tuesday. (Sammy Confer for...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point opens area play with 5-3 win over...
Aubry Cleghorn (30) tossed six innings and collected six strikeouts in West Point's 5-3 win over Lawrence County on Tuesday. (Nick Griffin for The...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 19, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 19, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
West Point council welcomes Steve Link; contingency plan approved
West Point Mayor Gerald Schafer speaks to Town Attorney Dan Willingham at Monday night’s meeting. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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Cullman City Council: Rezoning hearing set for April 15; annual Spring...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Monday evening, the Cullman City Council set a public hearing for April 15 for the rezoning of property located on...
March 19, 2018 hailstorm: 1 year later
“Walter,” the hailstone preserved by Cullman Tribune reporter W.C. Mann, is the largest recorded stone in Alabama history, and the second largest ever officially...
Voters will decide today on continuation of property tax allocation for...
This image was sent from Cullman High School to parents on Monday morning.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County voters will head to the polls today,...
Garden City councilman voices displeasure with commission spending on Rock the...
The Garden City Town Council (Maggie Darnell for The Cullman Tribune)
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - When Garden City Mayor Tim Eskew asked council members Monday...
Multi-sport indoor complex coming to southwest Cullman
Cullman Parks, Recreation, & Sports Tourism Executive Director Nathan Anderson shows plans for the new sports complex at Monday night's Cullman City Council meeting....
PREP BASEBALL/SOFTBALL: Dyer’s 14 strikeouts lift Hanceville over Locust Fork, Monday...
LOCUST FORK, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs were on the road Monday night for a matchup with the Locust Fork Hornets and Mark Dyer...
ARCHERY: Cullman High, Cullman Middle, Vinemont Elementary place 1st at Cullman...
Cullman High School finished in first place at the Cullman County Regional with a total score of 3295. (photo courtesy of Coach Sarah Martin)
HOLLY...
WSCC Athletics: Men’s tennis wins 4th straight match; men’s golf finishes...
Wallace State’s Cody Maddox, left, and Anthony Lumpkin, earned All-Tournament recognition at the Ron Marshall Spring Fling Tournament at Goose Pond Colony in Scottsboro.
HANCEVILLE,...
Wallace State hosting Carhartt Bassmaster College Series tour stop at Smith...
HANCEVILLE, Ala.- Wallace State’s BASS Fishing Club and the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting the next stop on Carhartt Bassmaster College Series...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 18, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 18, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Hanceville enjoys 2nd annual Irish Festival
Tracy and Shawn Burgess were two of the colorful attendees at Saturday’s Hanceville Irish Heritage Festival. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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Schools, Chamber lobby for ‘yes’ votes in March 19 referendum
Image sent from Cullman High School to parents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County voters can head to the polls tomorrow, Tuesday, March 19, from 7...
Deadline approaching for March Madness Golf Tournament registration
Wallace State’s Relay For Life Team is gearing up for its March 30 March Madness Golf Tournament at Cullman’s Cross Creek Golf Course. The...
Cullman elementary students show off art in annual showcase
West Elementary third grader Avary Russo shows off her artwork Friday night at the Cullman Civic Center. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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2019 BASSMASTER CLASSIC: Cullman native Jesse Wiggins finishes 3rd at Bassmaster...
Jesse Wiggins sitting on the hot seat as the leader during Sunday's weigh-in at the Bassmaster Classic. (Photo courtesy of Josh Griffin)
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. –...
Judge Kim Chaney talks internet safety for parents
Kim Chaney (W.C. Mann)
Our children are our nation’s most valuable assets. They represent the bright future of our country and hold our hopes for...
Wallace State hosting Fashion Show March 21 in recognition of National...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Student Engagement and the Diversity Committee are hosting a Fashion Show on Thursday, March 21 at noon at the...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Blount County
The Alabama honeysuckle border was inspired by an 18th century, Southern applique quilt.
The Cullman Tribune is celebrating the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide...
GUEST EDITORIAL: Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell urges Congress to...
Farming Feeds Alabama, but our state’s farmers also help feed the world.
That’s why the Alabama Farmers Federation is urging Congress to ratify the U.S.-Mexico-Canada...
PREP SOFTBALL/BASEBALL: Lady Warriors fall in Smith Lake Classic Championship Game,...
JASPER, Ala. – The Lady Warriors traveled to Jasper this weekend for a packed slate of softball action at this year’s Smith Lake Classic...
PREP TRACK/FIELD: Cullman Girls, Boys finish 2nd, 4th respectively at Cullman...
Cullman's Cannon Trimble and St. Bernard's Joseph Arriaga comepte in the 1600-Meter Run at the Cullman Invitational Saturday morning. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman knocks off Pell City at home 5-0
CULLMAN, Ala. – Pell City traveled to Cullman High School on Saturday for a matchup with the Lady Bearcats and the Lady Panthers were...
PREP SOCCER: Aggies, Lady Aggies capture inaugural Cullman County Cup Championships
The Aggies and Lady Aggies knocked off Good Hope and West Point respectively to win Saturday's inaugural Cullman County Cup. (Nick Griffin for The...
Tribune Column: Fishing with Tim
I want to start off by introducing myself. I am an avid outdoorsman, a tournament angler and a high school fishing coach. I have...
The touchy subject of taxes
I am fortunate to work in a school system whose community voted to keep a local tax to improve schools. I am also fortunate...
Tony Serra Nissan-Cullman Tribune Teachers, Principal of the Month: Michelle Pender,...
(Left) April Hays (front row, second from right) is so attached to her students that, when we brought her out to see her Nissan...
CCBOE recognizes students, faculty; personnel changes
West Point Intermediate School’s Sonia Eady, left, pictured with Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette, received a CCBOE e5 Exceptional Service Award. (W.C. Mann for The...
5 area bands receive all Superior ratings at Music Performance Assessments
The Hanceville High School Concert Band was one of five in Cullman County to receive all Superior ratings at its Music Performance Assessment. (contributed)
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PREP BASEBALL/SOFTBALL: Good Hope tops J.B. Pennington at home, Lady Warriors...
Bailey Quick got the start for the Raiders and held J.B. Pennington scoreless for six innings, giving him his second win of the season...
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Sen. Garlan Gudger: ‘Why I support the...
Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman is seen here with supporters in Cullman on June 5, 2018. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
On Tuesday, Governor Kay Ivey signed...
Man indicted for murder in July 2018 slaying in New Canaan
Kenneth Don Malone (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Kenneth Don Malone, 58, of Guntersville was indicted in February for murder in the shooting...
(Update) NWS: EF1 tornado with 105 mph winds caused damage in...
A mangled tree is seen in front of a damaged home on County Road 617 in White City on Friday, March 15, 2019. (Nick...
Cullman commission declares state of emergency for storm cleanup
The Cullman County Commission met Friday in a special session to declare a state of emergency. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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Cullman man charged with trafficking; 41 grams of meth, 5...
Johnny Wayne Johnson (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man has been charged with trafficking after Cullman County Sheriff’s deputies allegedly recovered...
NWS: EF1 tornado with 105 mph winds caused damage in White...
An uprooted tree is seen on County Road 617 in White City Thursday, March 14, 2019. (Gary McGriff for The Cullman Tribune)
Updated 3-15-19 4:39...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Bryan wins low medalist as women’s golf captures Jeff...
Wallace State's Women's Golf Team finished in first place at the Jefferson State Invitational and sophomore Michaela Bryan captured her fourth career individual low medalist honor...
Cullman County’s Grahem Meharg named Alfa Insurance Agent of the Year...
From left are District Manager Nicky Suggs; Executive Vice President of Marketing Al Dees; Agent Grahem Meharg and his wife, Tara; Alfa Insurance President...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Cullman High pageant winners
(Left) Lauren Grace Evans, 2019 Fair Queen Representative and (right) Kylie Hawkins, 2018-2019 Miss Southerner (Cullman High School)
Cullman High School wishes to congratulate the...
White City voting precinct moved to Johnson’s Crossing Volunteer Fire Department
The roof was torn off the White City Community Center during a storm Thursday evening. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
WHITE CITY, Ala.- White...
Ivey awards grant to help victims of abuse, violent crime through...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $700,000 grant for a new way to help victims of sexual abuse and violent crime...
LOCAL: Vinemont 1 of 13 schools to receive AED device from...
AHSAA Director of Publications Kim Vickers presents Vinemont High School Assistant Principal Todd Johnson with the new AED device in Montgomery Thursday morning. (photo...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 14, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Damage as storms roll through area; commission calls emergency meeting
This home and property on County Road 617 in White City were damaged in a severe storm on Thursday. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman...
Commemorative Bicentennial bourbon sells out in minutes at Cullman ABC Store
(left) This commemorative Alabama Bicentennial Blanton’s single barrel bourbon with custom gift box was one of 18 sold today at the Cullman ABC Store....
Suspects arrested in Cullman Woodforest National Bank robbery
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people have been arrested in connection with the March 1, 2019 robbery of the Woodforest National Bank in Cullman.
The Cullman...
St. Patrick’s celebration this Saturday in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman’s inaugural St. Patrick’s Celebration will take place this Saturday, March 16, with multiple events happening throughout the city.
The day’s festivities...
Willoughby Roofing & Sheet Metal relocating to Vinemont
VINEMONT, Ala. - Willoughby Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. is relocating to South Vinemont from the city of Cullman. The Vinemont Town Council on...
PREP BASEBALL/SOFTBALL: West Point edges Springville in extra innings, Good Hope...
Rylan Jones (5) recorded three of West Point's five hits during its win over Springville Wednesday night. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman Tribune)
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5 arrested, 24 grams meth seized by Cullman Sheriff’s deputies
Clockwise, from top left: Christopher Lee Carter, Dustin Michael Edward Jenkins, Frank Scott Lang, Kara Beth Griffin and Kimberly Roshell (Cullman County Sheriff’s Office)
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Arrests and incidents reported on March 13, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 13, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
PREP BASKETBALL: Lady Eagles standouts Hill and Crider selected as Miss...
Cold Springs' Elizabeth Hill (left) and Camryn Crider (right) both finished as finalists for the 2A Girls Player of the Year and Miss Basketball...
Cullman County farmers discuss national policy in Washington
U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, met with constituents during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s biennial Washington Legislative Conference in the nation’s capital March 5-7. During...
Wallace State’s Career Services hosting Job Fair Thursday, March 14
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s Career Services is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the...
Colony storm shelter ready for use; history, heritage programs planned
Colony Councilman Sam Ashford takes visitors on a tour of the town’s newly-completed community storm shelter Tuesday evening. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
COLONY,...
PREP SOCCER: Fairview collects pair of road wins over Good Hope
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Fairview traveled to Good Hope Tuesday night for a pair of varsity soccer matchups and went home with a pair...
PREP BASEBALL/SOFTBALL: Good Hope routs Lady Aggies at home, Diestelow’s no-hitter...
The Lady Raiders huddle up before taking the field during their 11-0 win over Fairview on Tuesday. (Sammy Confer for The Cullman Tribune)
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Arrests and incidents reported on March 12, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 12, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury;...
Commission sets $10.25 minimum wage for County employees after controversial raise;...
Darrell Skipper of Skipper Consulting talks about proposed parking areas around the new Rock the South location at Tuesday’s Cullman County Commission meeting. (W.C....
WSCC ATHLETICS: Wallace State baseball sweeps Calhoun to open ACCC action;...
HANCEVILLE, ALA. -- Wallace State’s baseball team opened conference play with a four-game sweep against Calhoun over the weekend. The Lions’ pitching staff set...
County Commission approves new half-cent sales tax to benefit Cullman County...
Cullman County School Superintendent Dr. Shane Barnette addresses the Cullman County Commission Tuesday morning. (W.C. Mann for The Cullman Tribune)
Updated 3-12-19 12:50 p.m.
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Good Hope talks proactive plan for future of sewer system
Living Water Services President Grady Parsons addresses the Good Hope City Council Monday night. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The...
West Point Middle School tops county math tournament
West Point Middle School was the overall winner of the Cullman County Middle School Math Tournament at Wallace State. (Photo courtesy Kimberly Lindsey, CCBOE)
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Irish Heritage Festival this Saturday in Hanceville
Hanceville’s second annual Irish Heritage Festival is this Saturday, March 16 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Cullman Tribune file photo)
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Put on your...
Roll into some fun with the Cullman Senior Bowling League
Siblings Marcia Tillman, “High Pockets” Drummond and Janet Jean enjoy a laugh Thursday at the Cullman Bowling Center. (Christy Perry for The Cullman Tribune)
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Movie Review: Character flaws keep ‘Captain Marvel’ from fully taking flight;...
“Captain Marvel” is written and directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck and stars Brie Larson as the titular new addition to the Marvel...
PREP SOCCER: Cullman defeats West Point at home 6-2, St. Bernard...
Sam Franklin (1) shoots for the back of the net during Cullman's 6-2 win over West Point Monday night. (Nick Griffin for The Cullman...
CATA students medal in SkillsUSA competition at Wallace State
CATA medalists, left to right, were: Savannah Sivley, Desirae Corbin, Maria Cortes, Dakota McDaniel, Karli Marler, Zach Stallings, Lillian Kaiser, Zack Warner, Adolpho Resina...
PREP SOFTBALL/BASEBALL: West Point handles Curry at home 6-2, Monday night...
Gracie Abbott (3) went 2-for-4 with two RBIs at the plate in West Point's 6-2 win over Curry on Monday. (Nick Griffin for The...
Arrests and incidents reported on March 11, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on March 11, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
2 charged with robbery, kidnapping
Nathaniel Riley Thomas, left; Joshua Gerald Lott, right (Cullman County Sheriff's Office)
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two men were arrested on Thursday, March 7, both charged...
Marco’s Pizza sees robust opening day in Cullman
Customers line up at Marco's Pizza in Cullman Monday morning. The new restaurant is located at 1302 Second Ave SW (U.S. Hwy. 31) Unit...
Cullman County unemployment rate ticks up to 3.7%, still 2nd lowest...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted January 2019 unemployment rate is 3.8 percent, unchanged from December 2018’s rate, and below January 2018’s rate...
