Tag: Lifestyle
Files from Yesteryear: 1937, 1954
From the Files of 1937:
October is here -the month of witches, black cats and spooks. Already at Fairview High we are looking forward to...
Wallace State student embarking on special project for area families affected by Alzheimer’s,...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — When Aaron Holder gave his wife Danielle a hand-drawn portrait of her and her “Granny” for Christmas, he didn’t know at the time that...
Wallace State to host virtual screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Due to the cancellation of screenings of Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Films in response to the coronavirus pandemic, free virtual...
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...
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...
Files from Yesteryear: 1905, 1935
From the Files of 1905:
Work on the new Baptist church in West Cullman is progressing nicely.
S.A. Hamilton has moved back to Cullman from Hartselle.
J.E....
Funny Things from Yesterday: Alder
Alder is our second little great-grandson. He is a delightful little fellow and is now 16 months old, and he is what you call...
The show must go on: ‘Big Fish’ delivers timely dose of...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - At the end of a long and dreary news day, from the revelation of Alabama’s first confirmed coronavirus cases to numerous...
Ever heard of a ‘gurn’?
CULLMAN, Ala. -Through March 15, the Wallace State Community College Theatre program will present “Big Fish the Musical” based on the 1998 book “Big Fish: A...
#IAmCullman: Meet Cullman Florist’s Carla Fussell
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
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Hanceville High School pageants this weekend
Hanceville High School will host its Fair Queen Representative and Miss Enhancer Pageants this Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. at Hanceville High School...
Desperation Church to pay medical debts of needy in 5 counties
CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church is attempting to teach people forgiveness involves one person’s willingness to accept another’s debt, and announced it is going...
Files from Yesteryear: 1905, 1931
From the Files of 1905:
On November 29th Miss Eda Dreher and T.D. McMinn were married with Reverend W.H. Aufderhaar officiating.
A.G. Glasscock and G.W. Ratliff...
Funny Things from Yesterday: I’m going to the bathroom
When Robert, Jr. was just a youngster, his bedroom was across the hall from our bedroom. The way our bedroom was arranged, Rudene slept...
A lasting impact: Fred Heinze to be honored at St. Paul’s...
CULLMAN, Ala. - When St. Paul’s Lutheran School holds its annual Alumni and Friends Dinner and School Auction at Terri Pines April 18, longtime...
Lenten Fish Fry Dinners begin tonight at Sacred Heart
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Knights of Columbus will offer their annual Lenten Fish Fry Dinners to the public...
‘Mossville: Where Great Trees Fall’ shows heartbreaking forced sacrifices of community struggling to exist
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Mossville, Louisiana—once a vibrant community—is now a contaminated wasteland with a few lone holdout residents struggling to maintain their history against...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Cooking on the wood burning heater
This will be the first story of a series of articles about “Old Traditions and Modern Trends.” As many of you know, old traditional...
Files from Yesteryear: 1920
From the Files of 1920:
Rice Town news listed several people who attended the decoration at Hopewell on the third Sunday in May, including: Paul...
Seniors crown 2020 ‘Queen’ of the Fairview Senior Center
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Beauty and high fashion collided at the Fairview Senior Center Friday morning in the Womanless Beauty Pageant. Six “ladies” competed for...
CHS crowns Miss Southerner, 2020 Fair Queen Representative
Cullman High School wishes to congratulate the following winners from our 2019-2020 Miss Southerner Pageant and 2020 Fair Queen Representative Pageant.
Mary Elizabeth Barker was...
Celebrated Gee’s Bend Quilters visit North Alabama Agriplex
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex on Thursday hosted celebrated Gee’s Bend Quilters Mary Ann Pettway and China Pettway. The Gee’s Bend Quilters...
West Point Theatre gearing up for ‘The Addams Family’ musical
WEST POINT, Ala. - In less than a month, West Point High School’s theater department will showcase its talents on stage at Wallace State...
Fairview ‘Recycled Teenagers’ trounce competition in bean bag baseball championship
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Recycled Teenagers came out on top and took home the Comfort Care Bean Bag Baseball Championship over their cross-county...
Living Alabama history: North Alabama Agriplex to host celebrated Gee’s Bend...
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex has special programs planned for this Thursday, Feb. 27, when it hosts celebrated Gee’s Bend Quilters Mary...
This Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent
This Wednesday, Feb. 26, marks the beginning of the holy season of Lent. This comprises the 40 days leading up to the crucifixion of...
Spreading ‘Rumors’: Cullman Community Theatre takes on Neil Simon’s grown-up comedy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) will take on four new projects in one with its production of Neil Simon’s “Rumors” at Stone...
Funny Things from Yesterday: It scared his mule
If you have ever heard the expression, “It scared my mule,” you probably wondered where it came from and what it means. I have...
Files from Yesteryear: 1920
From the Files of 1920:
The cost of maintaining United States troops in Germany was $175,000.00 a day in 1920.
Hugh Lee Tipton, Venora House, Marvin...
New York-style menu to be featured in ‘I Love NY’ cabaret dinner show Feb. 28 at...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Whether you want to have a date night, a girls’ night out or a group outing with friends or coworkers, the upcoming “I Love NY”...
#IAmCullman: Meet Alivia Bencze
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
Every once...
Fairview Theatre Works announces ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ program cover art...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Theatre Works director Mark Dobbs, who is directing a spring production of “Little Shop of Horrors” with a cast drawn...
Evelyn Burrow Museum presents ‘Art and the Animal’ national exhibition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College announces its newest exhibition, “Art and the Animal” on view through April 15. The...
Cotton Pickin’ Kids debut 1st album
CULLMAN, Ala. – Those who had a chance to stop in at Berkeley Bob’s Friday evening were given a talented treat by local band...
Cullman High School Theatre rakes in honors at Alabama Thespian Festival
VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. - Cullman High School Theatre (CHST) sent 18 students to last weekend’s 2020 Alabama Thespian Festival, known as ThesFest, and they...
#IAmCullman: Jennifer Murphree of Jen Jen Photography
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
She saved...
Westminster residents enjoy Valentine’s Day sock hop
CULLMAN, Ala. - Poodle skirts, root beer floats and rock & roll took over Westminster Assisted Living for Valentine’s Day Friday afternoon. The guys...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Shopping at K-Mart with our granddaughter
Our little granddaughter, Leanna, was a gentle, pleasant and mild child- except inside a shopping mall or a large department store. Then, she was...
Files from Yesteryear: 1920
From the Files of 1920
Sympathy was extended to the Wash Gorman and the Dee Stricklin families in the passing of two devoted Christian women.
The...
Kornfield Kounty comes to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Folks filled the Donald E. Green Active Adult Center Thursday afternoon for a hand-clapping, knee-slapping, foot-stomping, side-splitting good time as the...
Fairview seniors treated to Valentine’s lunch
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The Fairview Senior Center received a gift of love Thursday morning from their neighbors at Kingdom Life Church. The group was...
Baileyton seniors crown Valentine King, Queen
BAILEYTON, Ala. - A new Valentine King and Queen were crowned Thursday morning at the Baileyton Senior Center. Newlyweds Jerry and Janese Mead were...
CHS pageant hopefuls
On Saturday, Feb. 22, Cullman High School will host the 2019-2020 Miss Southerner Pageant and the 2020 Fair Queen Representative Pageant.
Senior Spotlight: Chatting with Polly Easterwood, part 2
Polly Easterwood may have been reluctant about moving to Holly Pond several decades ago, but now there is no place she would rather call...
WWII veterans stars of this year’s CHS Jazz Band Big Band...
CULLMAN, Ala. - A magical night was had Friday, courtesy of the Cullman High School Jazz Band, at the 24th annual Big Band Dance...
Funny Things from Yesterday: It’s tough being a househusband around our...
A few years ago, Granny, my sweet little wife for many years, worked for the state and had to travel out of town. She...
Files from Yesteryear: 1930, 1936
From the Files of 1930:
Professor and Mrs. R.E. Moore are building a beautiful new home in South Park.
Both the ladies of Saint John’s Church...
A Night to Shine: Prom treats special needs community to celebrity...
FALKVILLE, Ala. – On Friday evening, Fairview Church of God, “The Grace Place,” in Falkville hosted its fourth annual Night to Shine Prom for...
#IAmCullman: Cullman Survivor Society’s Juanita Pajao
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
Many people...
St. Bernard student lauds Trump’s presence at March for Life
CULLMAN, Ala. - Students and chaperones loaded two buses on the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 24, 2020 to travel with the Diocese of Birmingham...
Big move with ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview Theatre Works (FTW) director Mark Dobbs’ students asked for a musical, and he listened. This April, a countywide cast and...
Do You Remember? The Globe
It was “the place to be” back in the 50s and 60s to meet your friends, take your date, show off your car or...
Senior Spotlight: Chatting with Polly Easterwood, part 1
Staying busy is Polly Easterwood’s goal. For the people of Holly Pond, Polly and Felton Easterwood are a staple at basketball games and other...
Opportunities abound at Agriplex in February, March
CULLMAN, Ala. – There is a variety of fun and educational programs coming up at the North Alabama Agriplex in February and March.
All events...
Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts ‘I Love NY’ dinner show, art...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Wallace State Community College Fine and Performing Arts program will offer a night in the “Big Apple” with an “I...
Funny Things from Yesterday: The missing B.C.
I am not the author of this article and I do not know where it came from, but I though some might get a...
Files from Yesteryear: 1900, 1930
From the Files of 1900:
Leroy D. Box, of Beat 12 was in the city on Monday.
Jeff Griffin and family left for Oklahoma, on Wednesday.
Miss...
Luke Combs, Eric Church to headline 2020 Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - Pepsi Rock the South, one of the largest and longest-running country music festivals in the country, Friday morning announced its highly...
Cullman Forestry Planning Committee plant sale Feb. 20
The annual Cullman Forestry Planning Committee plant sale will take place Thursday, Feb. 20 at the North Alabama Agriplex, 1714 Tally Ho St. SW...
Senior Spotlight: Meet 101-year-old Virgil Henry
Mr. Virgil Henry says the secret to a long life is “hard work,” and at 101 years old, who can argue with that? Henry...
Local talent shines in Missoula Children’s Theatre’s ‘Sleeping Beauty’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The curtains opened on the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of “Sleeping Beauty” Saturday at the Cullman Civic Center, following a...
‘Community First, A Home for the Homeless’ shows life-transforming power of...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In the documentary film “Community First, A Home for the Homeless,” one organization’s unique approach to addressing the homelessness crisis is seeing positive outcomes. The Evelyn...
Pruning roses promotes vigorous growth
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Roses are red, violets are blue. Roses need pruning; ensure that you do.
Warm weather in January has gardeners itching to...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Mama, look what they’ve done to your...
Two weeks ago, we had a celebration meeting for a time of remembering the twinning of the cities of Frankweiler, Germany and Cullman, Alabama....
Files from Yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the Files of 1900
G.W. Hancock killed a rattlesnake in his yard a few days ago, which measured four and one-half feet long, eight...
Enjoy a January Wintry, Fireside Supper
Last year, my brother-in-law, Ben Johnson South, conceived the “67-County Alabama Garden Party,” a weekly series published by his hometown newspaper, The Cullman Tribune. ...
Happy 101st birthday!
Mr. Virgil Henry, who was born Nov. 23, 1918, celebrated his 101st birthday with a host of family and friends. We all count ourselves...
#IAmCullman: Sylvia and Tulsa from Duchess Bakery
With this feature series, The Cullman Tribune is highlighting everyday individuals all around Cullman County who make our community a great place. #IAmCullman
Many...
Do you remember? The Martin Twin
The year was 1966 and a young heartthrob, Sean Connery, had recently returned as 007 James Bond in “Thunderball.” Shortly after the movie’s release,...
Time to control pesky, painful pest of the lawn
In the winter months, we look forward to the days we can go barefoot on the lawn. However, lawn burweed is a pesky, painful...
Short film ‘Down’ produced in Cullman County to be released Jan....
CULLMAN, Ala. – Seventh Summit Productions, a film production studio based out of Hartselle, will release its latest short film, “Down,” on Vimeo, Facebook...
Senior Spotlight: Beanbag baseball beatdown brewing
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - A showdown of epic proportions has been set for Feb. 25 as the Sizzlin’ Seniors of Good Hope travel to Fairview...
All that jazz: CHS student musician achieves All-State honor
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman High School sophomore percussionist Jacob Dye made history recently. Dye was selected to be a part of the Alabama Bandmasters...
Faith, hope and music
CULLMAN, Ala. - Grace Place, Grace Episcopal Church’s ministry to persons with dementia and their caregivers, on Tuesday welcomed Dr. Don Wendorf and Dr....
‘I feel comfortable in a small church’
BREMEN, Ala. - On Sunday evening, Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Church, located south of the Bremen community in west Cullman County, welcomed “Outlaw Gospel”...
Files from Yesteryear: 1900, 1950
From the Files of 1900
J.W. Griffin spent Tuesday in Falkville. Dan Reinschmidt, of Columbus, Georgia arrived in Cullman the first of the week.
George W....
Funny Things from Yesterday: Robert Jr.’s trip to the emergency room
As I have mentioned before, as a youngster Robert Jr. was a good little con artist. I’m glad he changed his ways before he...
North Alabama Quartet Convention returns to Cullman, continues Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - After success in its initial outing last year, the North Alabama Quartet Convention returned to Cullman Friday, hosted by Temple Baptist...
Happy 100th, Idell Williams!
CULLMAN, Ala. - A very happy 100th birthday to the lovely Idell Williams, who hit the milestone Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020.
Williams enjoyed a surprise...
Wallace State professor uncovers lost Civil War history
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Leading up to Black History Month, the just-released Winter 2020 issue of Alabama Heritage Magazine has as its cover story “’Fighting for Freedom’:...
Burrow Museum to present free screening of ‘Community First, a Home...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Evelyn Burrow Museum at Wallace State Community College will present a free screening of “Community First, a Home for the...
‘Has-Beens’ claim 1st Sizzlin’ Senior beanbag baseball victory
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Sizzlin’ Seniors of Good Hope met Tuesday for pizza, popsicles, bingo and another spirited game of beanbag baseball. After...
‘This is the future of growing’
CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex talked hydroponic gardening this week, welcoming Cullman County Master Gardener Michael Weems to its Living Landscapes program....
The Alabama Garden Party Trail
The Cullman Tribune celebrated the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, “The...
‘Outlaw gospel’: Cody McCarver set to perform in Hanceville Jan. 19
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Chart-topping Nashville recording artist Cody McCarver will return to Hanceville Jan. 19 to perform at Mt. Joy Missionary Baptist Church. The...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Clean your plate and you can have...
It seems like a few years ago folks could get together much easier for family gatherings and visits than we can nowadays. I can...
Files from Yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the Files of 1936:
$75,000 dollars have been approved for Alabama to help drought-stricken families.
G.W. Thom, of Hanceville, has announced his candidacy for the...
Ailey II- the next generation of dance- to perform at Wallace...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Over the next six months Ailey II is traveling around the globe inspiring audiences in more than 30 cities. The tour...
Do you remember? Showbiz Pizza Place!
Many businesses and restaurants have come and gone in Cullman over the years, but for kids of the 1980s, one particular place was the...
Cullman Community Theatre returns for 2020 season with ‘Rumors,’ ‘Hello, Dolly!’...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Community Theatre (CCT) kicked off its 2020 season Tuesday evening with an information and membership registration meeting at the Cullman...
Missoula Children’s Theatre returning with ‘Sleeping Beauty’; auditions Jan. 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), which has put on locally-cast shows in Cullman for more than 20 years through a partnership with...
Hydroponic gardening class coming Feb. 6
As my mobility has decreased, I have looked for ways to keep gardening at some level. I think vegetable gardening in particular is both...
Funny Things from Yesterday: I got beat on my sandwich trade
Some of you who are as old as I am can remember the time before schools had lunchrooms. Those were the days that were...
67-County Alabama Garden Party: Houston County
The Cullman Tribune celebrated the Alabama Bicentennial (1819-2019) with statewide field reporting by Alabama Master Gardener/Botanical Artist Ben Johnson South. This year-long feature, “The...
Files from Yesteryear: 1936, 1950
From the Files of 1936:
The Jetton reunion held on the Fourth of July had forty people present, including some relatives from Blount County.
Mrs. Charlie...
Caring for poinsettias all year
NORMAL, Ala. - Poinsettias are an iconic indoor winter plant. The vibrant red, white and green colors make this plant a popular choice around...
‘Uncut Gems’ an unrelenting experience grounded by Sandler’s performance; Griffin’s score:...
“Uncut Gems” is the latest film written and directed by the Safdie brothers, Josh and Benny Safdie, and stars Adam Sandler as Howard Ratner,...
‘There is something down here worth coming to see’
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - In a small unassuming office on Commercial Street in Hanceville, a stack of books “to be read” continues to grow as...
Funny Things from Yesterday: Ice skating on the sidewalk
This is the time of year that weather conditions can change drastically and roads and sidewalks can glaze over if conditions are right. So...
Files from Yesteryear: 1930, 1950
From the Files of 1930:
Miss Eunice Martin will attend Hamilton College in Lexington, Kentucky, this fall.
Miss Eleanor Lee will attend Judson College, this fall.
Misses...
