Tag: Local
PREP BASKETBALL: Hanceville Bulldogs, Lady Bulldogs collect wins over Meek
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- After splitting their games at Oneonta Thursday, the Hanceville Bulldogs returned home on Friday night to take on the Meek Tigers and Bulldog...
Wonderland Under Warrior returns to Rickwood Caverns State Park
WARRIOR, Ala. - Rickwood Caverns State Park’s signature cave system transforms into an immersive winter wonderland known as “Wonderland Under Warrior” during the holiday...
Designer Bag Bingo brings in record $40K for United Way
CULLMAN, Ala. - One of the United Way of Cullman County’s most popular annual events - Designer Bag Bingo - took place Thursday, Nov....
Pet of the week: Meet Fennic
CULLMAN, Ala. - His name is Fennic but he’s not picky. Fennic, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a beautiful Shepherd/Husky mix...
Wallace State adding Women’s Flag Football in Fall 2025
HANCVEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College is one of several Alabama community colleges that will add women’s flag football to its athletic offerings,...
Wallace State staff supporting Hurricane Helene relief efforts
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Staff from Wallace State Community College with ties to east Tennessee have been delivering supplies donated by area residents to communities...
Branham will not seek reelection to Cullman City School Board
CULLMAN, Ala. - When his second term is complete next year, Cullman City School Board Member Chris Branham has announced he will not be...
REHAU Automotive latest to join Wallace State Powerful Partnerships program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development recently welcomed REHAU Automotive to its Powerful Partnerships program. The initiative...
United Way: Giving Tuesday coming Dec. 3
CULLMAN, Ala. - The United Way of Cullman County is gearing up for Giving Tuesday on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Marketing Assistant Morgan Dinlger shared some...
Berlin Town Council gets park update, talks member pay rates, readies...
Town will hold public hearing in December to consider vacating road
BERLIN, Ala. – The Berlin Town Council on Monday heard about updates and upgrades...
‘Everybody needs a safe place to call home’: Cullman Housing Authority...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Wednesday was an exciting day at Cullman’s Hilltop Community Center. Local, state and national officials gathered to celebrate the Cullman Housing...
(Update) 2 dead following multivehicle crash; man charged with manslaughter
Updated Nov. 21, 2024, at 11:07 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two people are dead and another has been charged with reckless manslaughter following a multivehicle...
Wallace State to present ‘The Nutcracker’ Nov. 23-24
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College will present its annual production of “The Nutcracker” Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23-24, at Betty Leeth Haynes...
Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse’s 9th annual Veterans Day Thanks-Giving Appreciation Dinner coming...
WEST POINT, Ala. - The Brandin’ Iron Steakhouse’s ninth annual Veterans Day Thanks-Giving Appreciation Dinner will take place Monday, Nov. 25, from noon-6 p.m....
Cullman Christkindlmarkt opens Thursday
CULLMAN, Ala. – The holiday season kicks off in spectacular style Thursday, Nov. 21, with the grand opening of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt at 11...
Small Business Christmas Market coming Nov. 30
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Small Business Christmas Market is coming to the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center on Saturday, Nov. 30.
The Pink Boot Boutique...
Jones Chapel Merry Market returns for 5th year of holiday shopping...
CULLMAN, Ala. - The fifth annual Jones Chapel Merry Market is set to take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at...
CCPS hosts Thanksgiving Day Parade
CULLMAN, Ala. - The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a staple of the holiday season for decades, so Cullman City Schools brought...
Dinosaur Tea Party at the Cullman Library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System had kids roaring with excitement on Saturday, Nov. 16. Youngsters came...
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview picks up home wins over Vinemont
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Aggies returned home on Tuesday night to take on the Vinemont Eagles in a pair of county games and both Fairview...
PREP BASKETBALL: Warriors, Lady Warriors sweep Hanceville in home opener
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors and Lady Warriors hosted Hanceville in their home openers at Jim Boyd Gymnasium Tuesday night and...
‘Excellence every day’
EES receives prestigious Blue Ribbon award in Washington D.C.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from East Elementary School in Cullman made the trip last week to...
Cullman City Council enters into maintenance agreement with ALDOT
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council held its second November meeting at Cullman City Hall on Monday and approved a resolution to enter...
‘We just appreciate it more than I can say’
Cullman County Bosom Buddies receives donations from The Kickers, Monograms Plus
CULLMAN, Ala. – Monday was a busy and exciting day for the Cullman County...
PREP BASKETBALL: Broncos, Lady Broncos collect wins over Cleveland
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- The Holly Pond Broncos hosted the Cleveland Panthers on Monday night and both teams ended up sweeping the Panthers. The Lady Broncos rolled...
Tune up flower beds now for stronger spring color
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The calendar may officially signify the arrival of fall, but Alabama’s temperatures have not gotten the memo. Flowers are still...
Van’s Sporting Goods celebrates grand opening of Leupold Optics ‘Shop in...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Van’s Sporting Goods in Cullman on Friday, Nov. 15, celebrated the grand opening of its Leupold Optics “Shop in Shop.” Van’s...
WSCC hosts ‘Tools of the Trade’ event for area students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Around 2,000 Cullman, Blount and Winston County eighth graders visited the Wallace State Community College campus on Thursday, Nov. 14, for...
Bradley White’s remarkable return to Jax State’s Marching Southerners at 40
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - His old college roommate convinced him to pick up the instrument he'd abandoned 20 years before. His boss convinced him to...
COLUMN: A sweet treat in the autumn South
I’m not exactly sure how he managed to live in this world this long, especially in the South, and never experience one of the...
Berlin VFD 4th annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa coming Dec. 7
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Berlin Volunteer Fire Department will host its fourth annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 7-10 a.m....
St. Bernard Prep students pay tribute to veterans
CULLMAN, Ala. - In a display of gratitude and patriotism, the students of St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered Monday to honor the service and...
Files from yesteryear: 1903, 1933
From the files of 1903
Fred Betz is building two cottages for rent.
Reverend C.E. Sheibe and John Engel left on Tuesday, to a conference in...
Save the date! 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade coming Dec....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 35th annual Cullman County Christmas Parade will take place Saturday, Dec. 7, beginning at noon.
Hanceville Civitan Club Event and Media...
Need to mail a letter to the North Pole?
Santa’s mailbox posted at Vinemont Town Hall
VINEMONT, Ala. - Looking for a place to drop a line to Santa? Santa’s mailbox is posted at...
‘Tinsel and Timber’
First Source for Women holds Christmas gala
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County-based First Source for Women, with offices in Hanceville and Cullman, celebrated an early...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Fairview falls to Leeds in 2nd round 36-22
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After advancing past Carver-Birmingham last week, the Fairview Aggies returned to the field Friday night to host the Leeds Green Wave in the...
Run, Run Rudolph!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Parks and Recreation hosted its inaugural Run, Run Rudolph Fun Run Friday night to kick off the 21st Annual...
PREP FOOTBALL: Meek drops round 2 matchup at Wadley 55-22
WADLEY, Ala. – After earning a dramatic win over Hubbertville in round one, the Meek Tigers hit the road Friday night to face Wadley...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Good Hope falls at Anniston 43-14
ANNISTON, Ala. – After handling Hatton at home 42-12 in round one, the Good Hope Raiders hit the road to take on Anniston in...
Healthy holiday recipes
Holly, jolly, healthy and hearty is the way to go with meal options this holiday season.
Looking for a change-up for your normal Thanksgiving and...
Spend a day in Cullman: Winter Wonderland, Christmas Market, Lost Creek...
Here are some of the best ways to make the most of the holiday season in Cullman!
Sportsman Lake Park Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display
This...
Pet of the week: Get to know Gizmo
CULLMAN, Ala. - Gizmo, The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week, is a sweet Pug/Chihuahua mix who’d look good curled up in your lap...
Wallace State Machine Tool Technology students fabricate hardware for NASA
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Machine Tool Technology/CNC students recently fabricated hardware for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to send to the...
Brown sentenced to 80 years for parking deck murder of Ramos
CULLMAN, Ala. - Christopher Dean Eugene Brown, 22, was sentenced to 80 years on Tuesday, Nov. 12, for the murder of Roberto Juarez Ramos,...
Duke, Freeman, Clemons sworn in for new terms
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Wednesday, Nov. 13, two Cullman County commissioners and the chairman were sworn in for their new terms in office. District...
Inaugural Fishing with Veterans event held
CULLMAN, Ala. - Veterans with Christ hosted the inaugural Fishing with Veterans on Veterans Day. The goal was to connect veterans with new friends...
Sips n Strokes Cullman hosting 2nd annual DHR fundraiser at Goat...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Sips n Strokes Cullman and Cullman County DHR will host their second annual fundraiser at Goat Island Brewing on Saturday, Nov.16,...
Jones Chapel VFD gets new ladder truck
JONES CHAPEL, Ala. - The Jones Chapel Volunteer Fire Department received its new ladder truck on Oct. 17.
Chief Clint Thrasher said the ladder...
Annual Lights of Love program to honor Jerry Lawson
CULLMAN, Ala. — The Cullman Regional Foundation’s Dr. Herman C. Ensor Lights of Love Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 6...
Christmas Tour of Homes coming Dec. 8
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Share Club of Cullman Christmas Tour of Homes will take place on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1-5 p.m. in the...
Local man dies in single-vehicle crash
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Cullman man died in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday, Nov. 12, near HomTex on U.S. Highway 31.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick identified...
Duck River Baptist hosting 20th annual Thanksgiving Community Meal today
CULLMAN, Ala. - Duck River Baptist Church invites the Cullman community to its annual Thanksgiving Community Meal on Wednesday, Nov. 13, beginning at 5...
Wallace State Cross Country teams place 3rd, 4th at NJCAA Championships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- The Wallace State Community College Cross Country teams made strong showings this weekend at the National Junior College Athletic Association DII...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt unveils exciting new attractions, expanded ice rink
CULLMAN, Ala. — Guests at this year’s Cullman Christkindlmarkt can experience thrilling new attractions, including Alabama's largest Ferris wheel, a massive tubing slide and...
Fairview honors local veterans
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - Fairview High School hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 8. Teacher and program organizer Whitney Haynes said there...
‘We hope to make this Thanksgiving a little brighter’
Hele Bowls to serve up free Thanksgiving plates
CULLMAN, Ala. - This Thanksgiving, local restaurant Hele Bowls will be opening its doors to provide free...
‘Everybody has the ability to be a superhero’: Local veteran organizes...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cross Creek Golf Course hosted a Veterans Golfer Appreciation event Monday, and the course was packed with players enjoying a perfect...
Rediscovering ‘real bread’: Women’s Whole Grain Conference Nov.14
BAILEYTON, Ala. - Bailey’s Bread is set to host the Women’s Whole Grain Conference on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m.-noon. The conference will...
PREP BASKETBALL: Vinemont splits season openers against Madison County
VINEMONT, Ala. -- Vinemont tipped off its season at home against Madison County Monday night and split a pair of varsity matchups against the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Lady Bulldogs drop season opener to Corner
ADDISON, Ala. – The Addison Lady Bulldogs tipped off their season at home against the 5A Corner Lady Yellow Jackets Monday night and lost...
Festive feast
Trying to channel your inner chef this holiday season? Consider diving into some traditional German and Bavarian dishes to make the holiday season extra...
Holiday hosting on a budget
The holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones; however, hosting can add unwanted stress to the holiday season. Whether you are cooking...
4 simple ways to stay healthy this holiday season
*Anytime you are beginning a new workout regimen or program, always have clearance or consult with your doctor if you have any pre-existing cardiac...
Welcome to Dinovember! Join the T-Rex Tea Party Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Welcome to Dinovember! With November marking the start of Dinosaur Month, the Cullman County Public Library System has announced an exciting...
COLUMN: What can I get for this?
I’ve noticed in recent years, even though I’ve paid for a motel/hotel room in advance, the check-in clerk always wants my credit card for...
5th annual Christmas Market at Cornerstone Revival Center coming Nov. 16
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cornerstone Revival Center is set to host its fifth annual Christmas Market on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., an...
Files from yesteryear: 1918, 1938
From the files of 1918
Mrs. John Lewis and children, of Birmingham, are the guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Linton.
Colonel and Mrs....
PREP BASKETBALL: Fairview, West Point earn wins at 5th annual Fairview...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. - The fifth annual Fairview Tip-Off Classic was hosted at Fairview High School Saturday, and we had several local teams in the...
PREP BASKETBALL: Addison Lady Bulldogs preparing to tip off 2024-25 season
ADDISON, Ala. – This year’s Addison Lady Bulldogs team is returning a lot more experience to the court than they had just a season...
Wallace State Future Foundation raises record $384,621 at annual luncheon
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Future Foundation raised a record $384,621 at its 20th annual Student Investment Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 7....
Hanceville man killed in crash
CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A Hanceville man is dead following a single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:25 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9. Alabama State...
New restaurants, drive-thru coffee shop coming to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Several new restaurants are coming to Cullman, including Half Shell Oyster House, 7 Brew, Dunkin’ Donuts, Outback Steakhouse and a second...
West Elementary hosts annual Veterans Day program
CULLMAN, Ala. - West Elementary hosted its annual Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 7, with two performances by its fifth graders.
Military veteran and...
40-plus years of service: Honoring Jackie Horton
HOLLY POND, Ala. - Jackie Horton has been serving meals to homebound seniors for more than 40 years from the Holly Pond Senior Center....
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 3 Fairview fends off Carver Birmingham 15-12...
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – After capping the regular season undefeated a week ago, the Fairview Aggies were back home at Dafford Smith Stadium Friday night...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: No. 6 Good Hope advances with 42-12 win...
GOOD HOPE, Ala. – The Good Hope Raiders were back home taking on the Hatton Hornets in the first round of the 4A state...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Cold Springs falls at No. 5 Winston County...
DOUBLE SPRINGS, Ala. – Cold Springs traveled to Winston County for a round one matchup Friday night and the Yellow Jackets scored early and...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Addison falls at Berry 54-38
EAST BERRY, Ala. – Addison made the trip to Berry for a round one matchup against the Wildcats Friday night and the Bulldogs were...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Vinemont eliminated by Lauderdale County 24-0
ROGERSVILLE, Ala. – Vinemont traveled to face the Lauderdale County Tigers in the first round of the 3A state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Late stop lifts Meek over Hubbertville 14-8
ARLEY, Ala. – The Tigers rode a 7-game win streak into their first-round playoff matchup with Hubbertville and they kept things rolling Friday night...
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: Bearcats fall at No. 2 Parker 35-0
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Cullman hit the road for round one of the 6A state playoffs Friday night and unfortunately for Bearcat fans, they ran...
BOOK REVIEW: ‘Lady Tan’s Circle of Friends’ by Lisa See
Lise See’s latest novel is set in China in the Ming Dynasty of the 15th century. The novel opens with 8-year-old Tan Yunxian being trained...
Pet of the week: Meet Fancy
CULLMAN, Ala. - Fancy, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is small Beagle with an enormous heart. She is approximately 8 years old...
Fairview council talks park plan progress
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Fairview Town Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 4, was called to order by Mayor Keith Henry and opened with an...
Cullman Fire Rescue responds to house fire in SW Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Fire Rescue responded to a house fire shortly after 8:45 Thursday night, Nov. 7.
According to Fire Chief Darren Peeples,...
PREP BASKETBALL: Bearcats, Lady Bearcats tip off season with wins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Both of Cullman’s varsity squads hosted season openers at Bearcat Arena Thursday night and both teams tipped off their seasons with...
The fellowship of the cookie: 2nd annual Cookie Crawl commences Nov....
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing back the Christmas Open House Cookie Crawl for a second year on Saturday,...
Cullman Christkindlmarkt introduces Ferris wheel, expanded attractions
CULLMAN, Ala. — This holiday season, visitors of the Cullman Christkindlmarkt can experience the festivities from a new perspective - nearly 110 feet above...
Baileyton council sees 2 resignations
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Mayor Windell Calloway called the Baileyton Town Council’s monthly meeting to order on Monday, Nov. 4, with Councilman Greg Griffin opening...
Wallace State Nursing holds annual Let’s Pretend Hospital
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Department of Nursing Education welcomed the first of more than 1,000 students to its annual Let’s Pretend...
4 Wallace State Volleyball players recognized with postseason awards
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Four Wallace State Community College Volleyball players have been recognized by the Alabama Community College Conference for postseason awards, as voted...
Cullman City Council accepts $1M grant for airport construction
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday, Nov. 4, passed a resolution to accept grant funds in the amount of $1 million...
Alabama Power, ADCNR team up to build offshore reefs
With landfills reaching capacity, what could be a better way to repurpose decommissioned equipment than using it to build habitat for Alabama’s great offshore...
Alabama residents anticipating fall color as temperatures drop
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — The weather is not the only thing that is changing in Alabama. Along with lower temperatures, fall colors are also...
Thousands gather for Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration
CULLMAN, Ala. - Despite a day filled with overcast skies and canceled flight shows, the Cullman County Veterans Day Celebration saw an impressive turnout...
Cullman County voters nix 15% medical marijuana tax
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local Amendment 1, which would have levied a 15% tax on medical marijuana, did not pass. The additional tax would have benefited...
Freed-Hardeman University student from Arab selected as 2024 homecoming court representative
HENDERSON, Tenn. - Eighteen Freed-Hardeman University students have been chosen by their peers to proudly represent their school as members of FHU's 2024 homecoming...
Wallace State hosting annual ‘Salute to United States Veterans’ concert Nov....
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College will hold its annual “Salute to United States Veterans” concert on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, at...
‘Fruitful’: The Link honors volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County on Friday, Nov. 1, hosted its 2024 Gala at Cotton Creek Warehouse. The theme for the...
