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Wallace State Community College receives federal funding to continue Talent Search...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. –Wallace State Community College will receive five additional years of funding from the U.S. Department of Education for the school’s Talent Search...
‘Serving the Community and Discovering the Difference’
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Tuesday, students at Cullman Christian School volunteered their time to pack 10,000 family meals to send to Haiti for the...
Attorney General Steve Marshall defends free speech and religious rights of...
MONTGOMERY, Ala.—Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed an amicus brief supporting the free speech right of Masterpiece Cakeshop in Colorado to decline to...
PREP BASKETBALL: Arab, Holly Pond, Fairview collect wins at Holly Pond...
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Four local squads were back in action at this year’s Holly Pond Thanksgiving Tournament Tuesday night after competing on day...
AHSAA SPOTLIGHT: Fairview’s Frost rushes for 5 TDs to lead Aggies...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Sophomore running back Eli Frost rushed for 264 yards and five touchdowns on 25 carries last week to propel Fairview High...
Plan ahead to ensure your turkey is ready to roast
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — People across the nation are looking forward to a more normal holiday season this year. To keep this holiday safe...
Voting open for Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce Storefront Christmas Display...
CULLMAN, Ala. - This holiday season, the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging member businesses to decorate their storefronts to bring holiday cheer...
Arrests and incidents reported November 23, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 23, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Miss Alabama to compete in Miss USA pageant Nov. 29
TULSA, OK - Miss Alabama, Alexandria Flanigan of Cullman, will be competing in the 70th annual Miss USA pageant to be held on Nov....
Schools countywide participate in Cullman Caring for Kids’ #StompOutHunger food drive
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - “Our mission is that no child will ever be abused, no child will go to bed hungry, no infants will...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies ready for semifinal clash at No. 2 Pleasant...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – For the first time in school history, the Fairview Aggies are in the final four of the Class 5A State Playoffs...
Good Hope City Council receives check from Cullman County Industrial Development...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope’s City Council held its second regularly scheduled meeting of November Monday night and to get things started, the...
Eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots expanded to include for those 18...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna's...
Arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 22, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Veteran Memorial: James Richard Hawk
James Richard Hawk was born November 1, 1948 in Cullman County. He grew up in Hanceville with his parents, Tom D. and Margaret Ella...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Volleyball’s season ends at NJCAA National Championship with record...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s volleyball team had its fantastic season end over the weekend at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Championship in...
‘Humbug! A Christmas Carol’ returns to The Princess Theatre!
DECATUR, Ala. - Bank Street Players have announced their return to the Princess Theatre Stage with latest production of, “Humbug! A Christmas Carol.” After...
‘Christmas at the Grotto’ returns with expanded schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Abbey’s Ave Maria Grotto, Cullman’s most popular attraction and one of Alabama’s must-see tourist destinations, will open evenings following...
PREP SWIMMING: 10 CHS swimmers qualify for State Meet
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Cullman High School had 10 swimmers in the field at last weekend’s AHSAA North Sectional Meet at the Huntsville Aquatics Center...
Shipping deadlines to meet while online Christmas shopping
CULLMAN, Ala. - In order for your holiday packages to arrive by Dec. 24, frequently used shipping services have provided their recommended last days...
Pet of the Week: Strike up the band with Banjo!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Banjo is a 2-year-old Catahoula/hound mix. He...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The Carnegie Hall Birthday Party
How do you get to Carnegie Hall? PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE. Only the most-accomplished performers play Carnegie Hall. Built in 1891 by the philanthropist visionary...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1936
The Vinemont 4-H Club elected officers at the school on Wednesday. President-Marie Drake, Vice-President- Dorothy Lawrence, Secretary-Daisy Edge, Cheer Leader-Myron Nesmith and Song Leader-Naomi...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison takes 2 from Lindsay Lane Saturday
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Lindsay Lane Lions for a two-game match and Addison wasn't a very good host. The Lady Dawgs got it...
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope sweeps varsity matchups with Susan Moore
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope hosted Susan Moore in Saturday night hoops action and both teams picked up wins in their home openers. The Lady...
Veteran Memorial: George Kenneth Golden
George Kenneth Golden was born November 22, 1948 in Morgan County. His parents were George T. and Pearl Ruth (Johnson) Golden and the family...
Cullman Master Gardener’s distribute sweet potatoes to non-profit organizations in Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex hosted the Cullman County Master Gardener’s meeting Wednesday morning. The Gardeners welcomed Adrienne Standridge, coordinator for the...
Cullman County Commission approves change of nepotism policy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission, at their Tuesday night meeting, recognized Doug Davenport for his hard work across the parks of Cullman...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison sweeps varsity matchups against Meek
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Meek Tigers for a pair of varsity matchups Friday and both the Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs collected a...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview downs Parker 44-27, advances to semi-finals for 1st...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night after eliminating Russellville on the road last week and...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope’s playoff run ends with 35-28 loss to...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back on the field at James W. Shabel Stadium Friday night and playing in the...
St. Bernard kicks off 30 Days of Thanks and Giving campaign
Cullman, Ala. - At St. Bernard Prep, Thanksgiving is more than a day—It's a way of life. Since 1891, St. Bernard has educated and shaped the...
Arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 19, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘Our first step is already in motion’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools is looking to launch listening sessions with different groups of students to discuss matters of inclusion and acceptance,...
Limited Christmas Trees available in Cullman due to national shortage
CULLMAN, Ala. - Due to a national Christmas tree shortage, The American Christmas Tree Association recommends U.S. consumers find their Christmas tree early this...
PREP SOFTBALL: Addison’s Luker signs with Calhoun
ADDISON, Ala. -- It was an exciting day in the life of a young Addison Lady Bulldog as Anna Grace Luker signed her national...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Basketball coach Allen Sharpe reaches 400 career wins; teams...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball’s Wallace State men’s basketball coach Allen Sharpe has achieved 400 career wins.
The Lions registered a 68-52 road victory against Coastal...
Merchants Bank donates golf tournament proceeds to local charities
CULLMAN, Ala. – Merchants Bank held its 28th Annual Charity Classic at Terri Pines in October and invited representatives from several local charities to...
Hartselle based Cedar Grove Farms hosting French Alpine Christmas shopping event
HARTELLE, Ala. - It’s beginning to look a lot like French Alpine Christmas at Cedar Grove Farms, located in Hartselle. The shop and barn...
Commissioner Kerry Watson announces bid for re-election
CULLMAN, Ala. - I proudly announce that I am seeking re-election for Cullman County Commission, District 1. It would be a great honor to...
Tyson Foods Blountsville to hold career fair and food donation event
BLOUNTSVILLE, Ala. –Tyson Foods is looking to hire 65 new team members to fill various positions at the Blountsville facility and will be holding...
Arrests and incidents reported November 18, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 18, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Community Thanksgiving meals taking place in the Cullman area this season
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. – There are several community meals will be taking place in Cullman to celebrate Thanksgiving. Below is a list of some...
Local author, Natasha Noel, debuts children’s book: ‘The Booger Boy’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman resident Natasha Noel has recently published her first children’s book. She has signed with U.S.-based publisher, Words Matter Publishing, a...
Michael Graveman and Skyla Elliot named 2022 Farm Family
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Farm-City Banquet took place Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at Loft 212. The Farm City Committee alternates between recognizing...
5th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ sees another successful year
CULLMAN, Ala. – The 5th Annual Bernard Blues and BBQ took place Sat-Sun, Oct. 30-31. Friends of Saint Bernard, along with faculty, staff and...
West Point Town Council approves use of American Rescue Act funds
WEST POINT, Ala. – At the West Point Town Council’s meeting Monday evening, their application for a grant to pave county road 1246 was...
WSCC ATHLETICS: No. 12 Wallace State, fueled by record-breaking sophomore trio,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State volleyball’s 12th-ranked team has been paced all season by three sophomores – Savannah Rutledge, Temperance Chatman and Haven Hall.
All three have...
Wallace State celebrating National Apprenticeship Week
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week Nov. 15-21. The weeklong celebration allows labor and business leaders, educational institutions,...
Arrests and incidents reported November 17, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 17, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Good Hope High School cuts ribbon on new track
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – Good Hope High School track athletes and coaches were joined by several representatives from the Cullman County School Board Wednesday...
Local veterans attend St. Paul’s Dinner & A Show
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul’s Lutheran School’s Dinner & A Show for local veterans was a hit with those in attendance Friday evening.
Guests...
SPORTS COLUMN: Playoff field beginning to settle after Week 11
-Don't Forget Your Popcorn: Lane Kiffin's Rebels were able to notch their biggest win of the season against the surging Texas A&M Aggies. Ole Miss...
PREP FOOTBALL: Aggies, Raiders preparing to host quarterfinals Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The first two rounds of the state playoffs are in the books and two local squads remain. The Fairview Aggies and...
PREP BASKETBALL: Cold Springs sweeps varsity matchups at Hanceville
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs returned to Lane Horton Gymnasium Tuesday night to host Cold Springs but unfortunately for the...
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock and Sheriff Matt Gentry announce...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock and Sheriff Matt Gentry announce that Shannon James and Leslie Johnson have been arrested on...
Real-life superhero at Cullman Primary School
CULLMAN, Ala. - A first-grade student in Mrs. Allison Bates’ class at Cullman Primary School will be a stem cell donor this week for...
Governor Ivey Taps Liz Filmore to be New Chief of Staff
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey has named Liz Dowe Filmore, currently her top deputy, to replace former Congressman Jo Bonner as the governor’s next...
Arrests and incidents reported November 16, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 16, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Ho! Ho! Ho! Christmas Car Show raises over $5000
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Car Show at Depot Park is held in honor of Larry Harris and Burl Smith...
Cullman independent pharmacies unaffected by supply chain disturbances
CULLMAN, Ala. - There have been recent reported shortages of some prescription drug medications in North Alabama due to supply chain disturbances. The Food...
St. Paul’s Lutheran School receives instrument donation for arts program
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ray and Benton Buchmann, longtime residents of Cullman and members of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, recently gifted two violins to Rev....
Cullman City Council moves forward on relocation of new Sports and...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved supplemental engineering services for the city’s new Sports and Civic Complex, to be...
(Updated) Suspect found in active shooter investigation
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - Early Monday morning, the Walker County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call on Benny Short Road, concerning a potential drive-by...
WSCC ATHLETICS: Women’s cross country finishes program-best 5th at nationals; men...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State’s women’s cross country team secured a program-best fifth-place finish at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Cross Country...
Arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 15, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
‘I think we are doing it wrong a lot but some...
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Veterans Day, the nation pauses to give thanks to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We...
City of Cullman lists current employment opportunities
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman currently has available employment opportunities with the Utilities Board, Street Department, Police Department and the Sanitation Department.
City...
Vinemont Band Boosters Craft Show to take place at Cullman Church...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Band Boosters will be hosting a Craft Show at Cullman Church of Christ, located at the intersection of U.S....
Cullman County Schools encouraging participation in Substitute Teacher Orientation in January
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Cullman County Schools will be holding an orientation for 2022’s substitute teachers on Jan. 11, 12 and 18. The orientations...
365 AMERICAN JOY-GIVERS for 2021: The O Happy Day Birthday Party
“Oh Mickey, you so fine.” At “The O Happy Day Birthday Party,” we’ll see ya round like a doughnut with Mickey Mouse, Georgia O’Keeffe,...
Files from yesteryear: From the files of 1930 and 1936:
Clyde Gammon, of the Logan 4-H Club, has won a trip to the National Convention in Chicago. Clyde won the trip for producing 1,020...
(Updated) Good Hope finishes first at Cullman County Cheer Competition
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - Good Hope High School hosted the third annual Cullman County Cheer Competition on November 6 where Good Hope Varsity finished...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview, Cullman, Good Hope compete in Fairview Tip-Off Classic
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The Fairview Lady Aggies hosted the Tip-Off Classic Saturday and they, along with the Cullman Lady Bearcats and the Good Hope Lady...
CCSO hosts Veterans Day, Marine Corps birthday luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office announced that approximately 100 people were in attendance at their joint celebration in honor of the...
Pet of the Week: Enjoy a movie with Polly!
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares the Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Polly is a 1.75-2-year-old Shepherd mix. She...
Cullman church suffers multiple thefts
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to a statement made by Cornerstone Revival Center, the catalytic converters were cut out of their three church vehicles sometime...
Vinemont Elementary collecting items for Thanksgiving Food Drive
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Elementary Student Council Thanksgiving Food Drive is well underway until Nov. 17. The student council will be collecting food...
WES students learning business, economics with ‘Monopoly Mondays’
CULLMAN, Ala. - There’s a reason Monopoly has remained a mainstay board game since the 1930s — it’s fun, challenging, and includes some valuable...
Local couple gathers Christmas toys for children in coordination with CCSO
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office was honored to welcome Angelia Selvage and John Cox earlier this week to share the most...
New Extension Coordinator Dr. Kira Sims brings her skills to Cullman...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Dr. Kira Sims began her new position as the Cullman County Extension Coordinator in July following Tony Glover’s retirement. In her...
PREP FOOTBALL: Fairview knocks off No. 9 Russellville to advance to...
RUSSELLVILLE, Ala. – Friday night was a special one for the Fairview Aggies. The purple and gold made the trip to Russellville to face...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek’s playoff run ends with 21-14 loss to Woodland
ARLEY, Ala. – After hammering R.A. Hubbard on the road last week and advancing to the second round of the state playoffs for the...
PREP FOOTBALL: Good Hope topples No. 4 Northside 35-21 to advance...
NORTHPORT, Ala. – After edging Central Florence at home in the opening round of the state playoffs last week, the Raiders hit the road...
Arrests and incidents reported November 12, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 12, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Vote for increased sales tax not unanimous at South Vinemont council...
VINEMONT, Ala. - The South Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday approved the resolution authorizing Mayor Dodson to sign a lease agreement with Girl Scouts...
WSCC ATHLETICS: At 47 years old, Dani Akridge thriving with Wallace...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Cross country running is a lifelong sport.
It’s a passion that Dani Akridge and her children have shared for many years. It has also...
35th Annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Auto Show returning for Nov...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The 35th Annual Ho Ho Ho Christmas Show/ Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show is returning on Saturday, Nov 13.
The event is...
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day set for Nov. 13
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman Sanitation Department has announced that they will be hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day on...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats tip off season with 95-72 win over Calera
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Basketball season has arrived, and the Cullman Bearcats tipped off their season at Wallace State’s Tom Drake Coliseum Thursday night against...
Cullman Regional receives Community Partner Award from UAH
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing Graduate Program has chosen Cullman Regional as the recipient of its annual Community...
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office makes multiple drug and theft related arrests
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office made multiple arrests late last week in regard to theft and/or drugs.
On Wednesday, Nov. 3,...
Imaging Center at Hartselle Health Park opens
HARTSELLE, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently announced that the new Imaging Center at Hartselle Health Park is now open, providing the community new and...
Drafting the future
CULLMAN, Ala. - As part of Cullman City Schools’ expanding career tech offerings, Cullman High hosts a computer-aided drafting and design technology program that...
‘American Pickers’ to film in Alabama
NEW YORK, NY. – “The American Pickers” are excited to announce their return to Alabama! The History Channel’s hit television series is making plans...
CCPS hosts Veterans Day Parade on Wednesday
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Primary School held their annual Veteran’s Day program on Wednesday morning, but this year came with an added twist—it...
West Point Veterans Day Program held with a packed gym in...
WEST POINT, Ala. - West Points’ Jim Boyd Gym was packed Wednesday morning with students excited to showcase their prepared songs and readings for...
Arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 10, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock announces the sentencing of convicted...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County District Attorney Wilson Blaylock recently announced that Wade Allen Waldrop was sentenced to a maximum of 119 years in...
Cullman High School Theatre sweeps 2021 Trumbauer district competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre on Saturday swept the District 3 competition of the Alabama Conference of Theatre’s Walter Trumbauer High School...
