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Love thy neighbor
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont residents began receiving holiday gift packages Friday afternoon to help them stay safe from COVID-19. Mayor Radginal Dodson and members...
Ivey’s study group says gambling could mean $700M, 19K new jobs...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey’s Study Group on Gambling Policy on Friday issued its report. In it, the group estimated the state could...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders down Fairview at home
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope looked to bounce back after a pair of losses to Cold Springs when Fairview Friday night and both...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 18
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 74 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last...
ID board presents $20K to Good Hope for AGCOR project
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Jason Grimmett, chairman of the Cullman County Industrial Development Authority Board, on Friday presented Good Hope Mayor Jerry Bartlett a...
State’s Nov. unemployment rate drops to 4.4%; Cullman County’s tied for...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Labor Secretary Fitzgerald Washington announced Friday that Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted November unemployment rate is 4.4%, down from...
Bill Smith Buick GMC donates $2K to Bosom Buddies
The Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation gives a big thanks to Bill Smith Buick GMC for its recent donation of $2,000. This check was...
CHS maintaining hybrid schedule, planning exam make-ups for first week of...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School will use the first week back on campus in January 2021 as a chance for students who may...
Make the season brighter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church’s annual Angel Tree gift-giving project this year benefits 63 families in need and 137 children....
Merrill, 16 other secretaries of state support ‘robust funding of Election...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A bipartisan group of 17 secretaries of state, led by Alabama Secretary of State John H. Merrill, on Thursday sent a...
Judson College needs $500K by Dec. 31 to avoid closing
MARION, Ala. - Citing financial difficulties resulting from declining enrollment, the recession of 2008 and this year’s COVID-19 pandemic, Judson College President W. Mark...
PREP BASKETBALL: Eagles beat Raiders at the buzzer in 2OT, Lady...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Cold Springs traveled to take on Good Hope in Thursday night hoops action. Cold Springs looked to keep things going...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison splits area matchups with Falkville
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted the Falkville Blue Devils in a pair of varsity matchup between two area foes Thursday night. The Lady Devils won...
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville holds off Holly Pond 50-45, Lady Broncos top...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Holly Pond made the short trip to Lane Horton Gymnasium for a pair of varsity matchups with Hanceville Thursday night and...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 17
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 87 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last...
Alabama infant mortality rate shows slight uptick in 2019
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) recently announced the 2019 infant mortality rate of 7.7 deaths per 1,000 live births....
Wallace State distributes holiday meals to students, Cullman Caring for Kids
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College recently distributed more than 100 holiday meals to students in partnership with the Wallace State Future Foundation and...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 17, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 17, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Cullman EC: New Ryan Creek substation now online
CULLMAN, Ala. - Construction is complete and Cullman Electric Cooperative’s 17th substation is now providing electricity to co-op members. The new Ryan Creek substation...
Co-op customers near Berlin readying for Sprout Fiber Internet
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sprout Fiber Internet service from the Cullman Electric Cooperative will soon be available in the Berlin area. Cullman Electric Cooperative Manager...
‘I’m extremely humbled and honored’
"I would like thank God for blessing me with the opportunity and ability to serve this great nation for the past 16-plus years in...
Sacred Heart 5th grader Caroline McBride named national handwriting champion
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sacred Heart Elementary School recently became home to five state handwriting champions, including Caroline McBride, who went on to be named...
Cullman City School Board – Dec. 15 meeting notes
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Board of Education met Tuesday evening for its last meeting of 2020. The meeting started with a recognition of...
‘Come and enjoy a bit of Christmas spirit’
HOLLY POND, Ala. - As part of its annual Christmas celebration, the Town of Holly Pond lit up Governors Park the week after Thanksgiving....
PREP FOOTBALL: 2020 Class 2A, All-Region 5 Team announced
This year’s Class 2A, Region 5 All-Region Team has been voted on by the region coaches and released this afternoon. Several players from both...
Vinemont council seeking to fill place 3
VINEMONT, Ala. – The Vinemont Town Council met for its regularly scheduled December meeting Tuesday night, its first meeting since Councilman and former Mayor...
Dr. Jim Wright receives Childhaven, national awards
CULLMAN, Ala. - At the annual Christmas Banquet at Childhaven, Executive Director Emeritus Dr. Jim Wright was presented with two awards.
Each year Childhaven presents...
Good Hope’s Bartlett named ‘Hometown Hero’ by students
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - Good Hope Elementary School fifth graders recently completed the Super Citizen Program. The program normally concludes with a celebration and...
Christmas gifts with local flavor
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas is almost here and last-minute shoppers are out and about or online looking for the perfect gifts for family and...
Commission awards installation contract for New Canaan shelter; Human Trafficking Awareness...
CULLMAN, Ala. - New Canaan will soon see progress in the long-awaited installation of its community storm shelter. The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday...
Legislators, ALFA present $215K for Cullman ag center
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County’s state legislative delegation delivered some holiday cheer to the Cullman County Commission Tuesday evening in the form of a...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 15
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 55 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last...
Cullman City Schools giving all full-time employees $500 bonus
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools will be rewarding every full-time employee with $500 in extraordinary compensation — effectively a “bonus” — next week,...
Cullman Regional COVID-19 update: Dec. 15
In a virtual press conference Tuesday morning, Cullman Regional Chief Medical Officer Dr. William Smith said the hospital is currently treating 61 COVID-19 patients,...
Cullman City Schools names 2020 Teachers of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - It’s been a different type of year for educators, but through all the challenges 2020 had on tap, teachers have persevered...
Cullman Regional administers 1st COVID-19 vaccine
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional administered its first COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 8:43 a.m. to critical care nurse Donna Snow, RN.
“In following...
4 Alabama properties added to National Register of Historic Places
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Historical Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, is pleased to announce that four Alabama properties have been added to...
Good Hope moves closer to amended mobile home ordinance
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope City Council on Monday night had a first reading of an amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 009-2019,...
Cullman City Council commends Dr. Scott Warner for COVID response
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening finished out its calendar year by presenting Dr. Scott Warner a resolution of commendation...
Cullman County Schools going remote Jan. 6-15, limiting sports spectators Dec....
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County is seeing an increased number of COVID-19 cases. As of Dec. 14, Cullman County continues to be in the...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 14
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 26 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last...
Cullman Regional receives 1st shipment of COVID-19 vaccine
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional received the facility’s first shipment of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine Monday morning. The hospital plans to administer the first...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 14, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 14, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
3 Alabama sites to receive Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine Monday, additional shipments...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Now that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the...
St. Paul’s cancels New Year’s Eve fundraiser
CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Paul's Lutheran School traditionally holds two large fundraisers each year- the New Year's Eve fundraiser and the Alumni & Friends...
State ABC Board reinstitutes ‘to-go’ alcohol sales until Jan. 4
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (ABC Board) on Monday unanimously authorized its on-premise licensees to sell alcohol “to-go” until Jan....
Gus Malzahn out as Auburn head coach
From Auburn University
AUBURN, Ala.— Auburn Director of Athletics Allen Greene announced Sunday a leadership change for Auburn football as Gus Malzahn will no longer...
Files from Yesteryear: 1900, 1930, 1950
From the files of 1900:
Vick Clark is among the clerical force at the Racket Store.
Ed Daniel has opened a restaurant in the old Speegle...
Funny Things From Yesterday: Jogging suit and a bonnet
This is an article about modern trends and old traditions.
A few years back many people had to walk when they were going somewhere. But...
A Round of Applause for the Joy-Givers: The 2020 Christmas Porch...
Written by Tribune guest contributor Laurie Johnson
HOORAY FOR THE JOY-GIVERS! We always need more smiles, music and laughter. This fun series salutes those seriously...
Poinsettias: Caring for the Christmas flower
Written by Justin Miller for the Alabama Cooperative Extension System
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Poinsettias reign supreme as the main flowers of the holiday season....
Alabama will not tax individuals’, businesses’ CARES Act benefits
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday signed a supplemental emergency proclamation to address tax and economic development issues that were delayed in...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 12
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 55 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24...
WATCH LIVE: Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo
See below to watch tonight’s action from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo. This year’s event is closed to in-person attendance...
Wiggins wins Classic Fish-Off, earns Final Classic berth at Florida’s Harris...
LEESBURG, Fla. — There were times Saturday when Jordan Wiggins wondered if he had enough magic remaining to write the fairy-tale ending for a...
‘Awesome since 1917’: Happy 103rd birthday, Ruth Duke!
WELTI, Ala. - There was snow on the ground and more falling in the Welti community Dec. 12, 1917, so the rain falling Saturday...
Curt’s Closet prepares for move, eyes February opening in new location
CULLMAN, Ala. - Curt’s Closet Founder Ashley Wilson on Tuesday officially announced that the organization had finished a deal to relocate its nonprofit boutique...
‘That’s the whole joy of the holidays’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For the second year, students at Hanceville High School will be able to experience one of Christmas’ greatest joys- giving. For...
‘Holiday spirit’ goes virtual
CULLMAN, Ala. - From football games to simply having class, 2020 has presented a truly unique set of challenges for schools. So when it...
Remember our seniors this season
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christmas is only two weeks away, and for residents in assisted living and nursing homes, this year will be very different...
‘Christmas Star’: Astronomical phenomenon to be visible for 1st time in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - An astronomical phenomenon is getting a lot of attention due to its proximity to Christmas on the calendar this year. Jupiter...
PREP BASKETBALL: Roberts’ game-winner lifts Addison over Cold Springs
BREMEN, Ala. -- Cold Springs hosted Addison in a pivotal early season area matchup at their outstanding gym Friday night. The lobby of the gym...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 11
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 53 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24...
WATCH LIVE: Cullman County Sheriff’s Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo
See below to watch tonight's action from the Cullman County Sheriff's Office Jimmy Arrington Memorial Rodeo. This year's event is closed to in-person attendance...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 11, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 11, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Rumors Deli kicks off Christmas drive to support CAAWA
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rumors Deli on Wednesday kicked off a fundraising and supply drive for the Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association (CAAWA), hoping to...
Hanceville receives $90K grant for 911 system upgrade
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville E-911 will soon be getting new equipment to help streamline its current system, thanks to a $90,000 grant from the...
Homegrown Hope
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex, a local nonprofit dedicated to education and promoting Alabama’s agriculture and future sustainability, on Thursday announced its...
Senior Days at Winter Wonderland Dec. 18-20
CULLMAN, Ala. - With senior centers remaining closed across the state, the Cullman County Commission and Cullman County Commission on Aging have been busy...
American Red Cross holiday blood drive at Goat Island Brewing Friday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The American Red Cross on Friday, Dec. 11 will hold a blood drive at Goat Island Brewing, 1646 John H. Cooper...
Sams, Wiggins win Bassmaster Team Championship, earn berths to Classic Fish-Off...
LEESBURG, Fla. — Wesley Sams and Jordan Wiggins caught the heaviest bag of the Bassmaster Team Championship on Thursday to earn a come-from-behind victory on the Harris Chain of...
Troopers to close part of Hwy. 157 in West Point Saturday...
WEST POINT, Ala. – Alabama State Troopers on Saturday, Dec. 12 at approximately 8 a.m. will close all four lanes (both directions) of Alabama...
(Updated) Cullman libraries moving to curbside-only service Dec. 11
Updated 12-10-20 at 5:13 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library on Thursday announced it will transition to curbside-only service beginning Friday, Dec....
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 10, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 10, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Colony council infighting and community concerns on the table
COLONY, Ala. - The Colony Town Council on Tuesday evening cranked up its pre-meeting work session around 5 p.m. and did not finish its...
(Bonus) Pet of the Week: Try a shot of Whiskey!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter has extra love to share, so Donna Ruttkay shares a bonus Cullman Tribune Pet of the...
Service recognition: 4 CPD officers recognized for years of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - Four officers with the Cullman Police Department (CPD) were presented with Years of Service Pins at a small ceremony Wednesday afternoon....
Christmas love: Nexan Building Products grants Christmas wishes for 12 area...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Christmas spirit is alive and well at Nexan Building Products in Good Hope. For at least 10 years, the...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 9
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 55 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24...
‘We’re looking at some pretty dark days for the foreseeable future’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – “Because the pandemic has stretched must longer than we ever imagined, we’re all just downright exhausted by the disruptions to our...
Justice Dept. files lawsuit against State of AL for unconstitutional conditions...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday filed suit against the State of Alabama and the Alabama Department of Corrections. The...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 9, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 9, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
Library wishes granted
VINEMONT, Ala. - The students at Vinemont Middle School have new books in their school library to enjoy, thanks to two grants totaling close...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Samuel!
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Animal Shelter’s Donna Ruttkay shares The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week:
Samuel is a 5-year-old Terrier mix. Despite...
Holly Pond council votes to move ahead with tornado siren repair
HOLLY POND, Ala. - The residents of Holly Pond will soon have their tornado siren again after the council on Monday night approved the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison collects home sweep of Winston County
ADDISON, Ala. -- Addison hosted their archrivals, the Double Springs Yellow Jackets, in a two-game set at Addison High School. The ladies opened the night with...
PREP BASKETBALL: Raiders, Lady Raiders handle Vinemont at home
GOOD HOPE, Ala. -- Good Hope is coming off a sweep of Fultondale on the road and they looked to keep things rolling against...
Parade goes on
A large crowd came out Saturday on a beautiful sunny afternoon to see the 31st annual Cullman County Christmas Parade. While other parades scheduled...
Cornerback Brontae Harris named nominee for Burlsworth Trophy
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Senior cornerback Brontae Harris has been named a nominee for the Burlsworth Trophy, which is given to the most outstanding college football...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Tuesday reported an additional 148 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Cullman County, with...
Federation elects leadership during 99th annual meeting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The state’s largest farm organization reelected President Jimmy Parnell to a fifth two-year term during the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 99th annual...
(Update) 1 killed in Jones Chapel wreck
Updated 12-8-20 at 10 p.m.
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - A two-vehicle wreck claimed the life of one man Tuesday afternoon in Cullman County. The incident...
Arrests and incidents reported Dec. 8, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Dec. 8, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =...
St. Paul’s announces Advent, Christmas services
CULLMAN, Ala. - As in years past, the Advent Season will be highlighted at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church during weekly evening prayer services held...
Cullman’s Haynes re-elected State Women’s Leadership Committee vice chair
Written by Debra Davis
Still farming.
That was the theme of the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 99th annual meeting in Montgomery Dec. 6-7 where members of the...
Wallace State Future Foundation raises almost $120K for student scholarships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — The Wallace State Community College Future Foundation raised almost $120,000 for scholarships thanks to sponsors and donors participating in the annual...
Col. Fallin’s new adventure: Local veteran takes on Mt. Kilimanjaro to...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Retired U.S. Army Colonel and Fairview High School alumnus Don Fallin is planning his second endurance challenge fundraiser for the Johnny...
Wallace State, Cullman Band hosting virtual Christmas concerts Dec. 10
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. — Those wanting a boost of Christmas cheer will have at least two opportunities this Thursday evening, as both the Wallace...
Cullman County COVID-19 update: Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Cullman County added 34 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24...
Cullman council approves COVID-safe special needs Christmas celebration, Arnold St. RR...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City Council on Monday evening approved a request from Cullman Parks, Recreation and Sports Tourism (CPRST) Therapeutic Recreation Special...
