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Saxon Levi Waid, 3, the son of a couple killed in a wreck near Duck River Bridge / GoFundMe CULLMAN COUNTY - A GoFundMe page...

The Heritage Park soccer fields some time prior to this year's Rock the South/ Cullman Parks and Recreation We want to reassure you that Heritage...

The staff of the courthouse donation bus CULLMAN - There are many ways to help people, and the most common way is to donate to...

CULLMAN - If you are looking for something to do in and around Cullman on Saturday, there are plenty of options from which to...

CULLMAN COUNTY - Two people died as a result of a three-vehicle wreck on U.S. Highway 278 East, just east of the Duck River...

Updated article: http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2017/06/09/coroner-ids-2-victims-fridays-duck-river-bridge-area-crash Update 5:34 p.m. U.S. 278 has re-opened. Update 5:02 p.m. ALEA is reporting that a second person has died. Two confirmed fatalities. The...

Display at the 2015 show / City of Hanceville   HANCEVILLE - With Mayor Kenneth Nail out of town, the Hanceville City Council held its regular...

1-year-old James Lee Sanson died on May 31, 2016. / Image courtesy of WVTM 13 CULLMAN - After more than a year, the official autopsy...

BLOUNT COUNTY - Two people are dead following a two-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 278 near mile marker 102 in Blount County Thursday afternoon....

DODGE CITY - Dodge City Days is rolling into town tomorrow. Said Dodge City Mayor Tawana Canada, the town holds the event so community...

VINEMONT - Alabama State Troopers say texting while driving could be a factor in the crash that killed a Lacey’s Spring woman Thursday afternoon. Samantha...

Updated article: http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2017/06/09/update-thursday-afternoon-blount-county-crash-kills-2 Update 6 p.m. Troopers confirm one fatality in this two-vehicle wreck. Road still blocked. BLOUNT COUNTY - U.S. Highway 278 remains closed as...

Editor's note: This story has been updated (see italicized text) to provide clarity. 6-13-17 CULLMAN - On May 18, Ashley Wilson, mother of Curtis James...

Updated article here: http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2017/06/08/troopers-texting-and-driving-may-have-been-factor-fatal-crash-vinemont Updated 6-8-17 at 6:35 p.m. Kilpatrick has identified the victim as Samantha Wilkerson, 27, of Lacey's Spring. VINEMONT - At least one...

The heavily modified 1968 Camaro, SS “Reaper,” will be in Baileyton this Saturday./ Reaper SS on Facebook   BAILEYTON - The Discovery Channel show “Street Outlaws”...

Cullman Center Manager Lisa Armstrong and property owner/developer Roy Drinkard CULLMAN - On Wednesday morning the Cullman Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Woody Jacobs...

BIRMINGHAM - Nine area students received a bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees from Samford University recently. Graduates are: Carissa Faith Crider, of Arab, earned a Bachelor...

David Hinds, left, graduated from Wallace State in May and is currently interning at HudsonAlpha in Huntsville. HANCEVILLE - David Hinds was one of the...

Claudina Massey gives blood at last year’s City vs. County event / Tribune File Photo CULLMAN - This year’s City vs. County blood drive will...

Ms. Barbara Ward will be one of the models for the show/ Ethel Alexander COLONY - The Town of Colony is hosting a fashion show...

Empty and nearly empty shelves in the Cullman Caring for Kids pantry could spell disaster for needy families in the Cullman area.   CULLMAN - Summer...

Staff and volunteers pray together before getting to work.   HANCEVILLE - The school year has officially come to a close, and the staffers and volunteers...

CULLMAN - One of downtown Cullman’s newest merchants, Dixie Duds and Décor, is hosting a classic auto show to benefit Desperation Church. This Saturday,...

CULLMAN COUNTY - New details emerged this morning about a late-night car chase involving the Cullman County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) that ended in a...

CULLMAN - This year’s record-setting Rock the South event is in the books, following a weekend packed with crowds, wild weather and superstar performances...

Lowe’s Associate Jeremy McKenzie works on a stranded RTS fan’s electric wheelchair.   CULLMAN - Much has been said about the problems that the rain caused...

CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council met Monday evening with a single item on its agenda, and that was tabled until next month.  Thanks...

CULLMAN - On Monday evening the Cullman City Planning Commission met before a larger than normal crowd to consider eight subdivision measures and three...

Updated 6-6-17 at 10:30 a.m. http://www.cullmansense.com/articles/2017/06/06/update-mental-illness-factor-late-night-car-chase-cr-437 Updated 6-6-17 at 1:18 a.m. CULLMAN COUNTY - A car chase involving the Cullman County Sheriff's Office ended in a...

CULLMAN - All in all, the Cullman Police Department is happy after this weekend’s 2-day Rock the South festival. A total of 52 arrests...

CULLMAN - On June 14-15, the North Alabama Agriplex will again offer its original summer educational program Touring Farms for Kids. Director Rachel Dawsey talked...

CULLMAN - Cullman County offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, June 5 in observance of the birthday of Jefferson Davis. County sanitation routes will...

Knockerballs on display at Smith Lake Park last weekend   CULLMAN - Cullman County has seen many new businesses in the past year. One business, Knockerball...

The track Hurricane Danny took in 1985- Courtesy of NWS Huntsville “Suddenly, the wind tipped the whole cabin over- carried everything out to sea…. The...

Artist’s conception of South Plaza shopping center   CULLMAN - Samples Properties is a real estate development company that has enjoyed success in the Huntsville area,...

U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks talks about the American economy.   CULLMAN - The Cullman County Republican Party held its monthly breakfast meeting at the Cullman Elks...

Photo courtesy of www.OutdoorAlabama.com: Amanda Stokes and her party (John Stokes, Savanah, Kevin and Parker Jenkins) from Thomaston, Alabama hauled in this 15-foot, 1011.5-pound...

Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette has just completed his first year on the job.   My biggest thing is I don’t want there to be...

CULLMAN - Arguably Cullman's event of the year, Rock the South lit up the Friday night sky above Heritage park last night. The stage...

CULLMAN - In order to better serve the Cullman community, The Cullman Tribune is expanding its print coverage. The Tribune will now be printed...

Many area churches have chosen the "Galactic Starveyors" theme for this year's VBS. Image credit: Lifeway CULLMAN COUNTY - The first week of June brings...

Below are the latest honor and merit rolls from St. Bernard Preparatory School. Honor Roll Seventh Grade: Ruby Torres and Campbel Whaley Eighth Grade: Nikolas Borths, David DeJesus, Kathleen...

ONEONTA – Wallace State- Oneonta student Caleb Thomas stays busy between juggling an early-morning shift at TLC Nursing Center in Oneonta and taking classes...

CULLMAN COUNTY - An Arab man was arrested in the early morning hours of Friday, June 2 following an attempted traffic stop at the...

TUSCALOOSA - The University of Alabama Economic Development Academy recently completed its first Applied Economic Development Honors class with 18 young professionals from around...

L-R: Justin Bernard Gilbreath, Wondlas Mark Givens and Roger Dale Marks JONES CHAPEL - Three men from the community of Jones Chapel/Water Valley were arrested...

Pictured L-R: Lorie Strane, Janice Knighten, Jill Keeton, Allie Barnett, Dr. Brad Moody, Mayor Jacobs, Dr. Mac Cottingham, Megan Isbell, Kayla Goodwin, Dana Daniel,...

CULLMAN - Cullman Ballet Theatre will present “Swan Lake” tonight at 7 p.m. at the Betty Leeth Haynes Theater on the campus of Wallace...

Copies of “Benedict’s Daughter” are available at the Ave Maria Grotto or may be ordered online at www.amazon.com. Any profits from the book will...

Escape Cullman is located in the old Channel 2 office in downtown Cullman. CULLMAN - Escape Cullman, the area’s first escape game venue, will open...

CULLMAN - A Hanceville man is behind bars tonight, arrested by Alabama State Troopers today, May 31, in connection with the Mother's Day hit...

Guests enjoy a dive-in movie at the Cullman Wellness & Aquatic Center last June. CULLMAN - One of Cullman Parks and Rec's most popular summer...

I plan, next session, to bring a local bill to put a liquor tax on these alcohol sales. The bill will divide the tax...

MONTGOMERY – House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R- Rainsville on Wednesday announced that State Rep. Corey Harbison, R– Good Hope has been appointed as...

MONTGOMERY – House Majority Leader Nathaniel Ledbetter, R- Rainsville on Wednesday announced that Rep. Randall Shedd, R- Fairview has been appointed as a member...

BIRMINGHAM - The Division of Music in Samford University's School of the Arts celebrated the talents of students, and presented multiple awards and scholarships...

JACKSONVILLE - Several students from the Cullman area made the President's or Dean's List at Jacksonville State University in spring 2017, including the following: Joshua...

HANCEVILLE - The nation recently celebrated National EMS Week, May 21-27; now, Wallace State Community College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program is looking forward...

CULLMAN - The Cullman City and County School Boards have released end-of-year statements concerning personnel movements, including more than 30 retirements from the county...

HANCEVILLE - The Department of Nursing Education at Wallace State Community College will host two separate adult health and wellness fairs in June to...

TROY - Troy University is proud to announce students who completed the requirements for graduation during the spring 2017 semester at the Troy Campus. Local...

BIRMINGHAM - Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education held its annual award ceremony May 4 to recognize the many accomplishments of the school's...

New Gator ATV: On the driver’s side, firefighters can access hoses and pumps, as well as water and foam tanks. HANCEVILLE - After several months...

BIRMINGHAM - Hannah Proctor, a senior piano pedagogy major from Hanceville, is one of 30 new members of Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor...

CULLMAN - Three people had to be extricated from a home on Cullman's west side overnight after the powerful storms that pounded the area...

JACKSONVILLE -  More than 700 students received degrees at Jacksonville State University's spring 2017 commencement. Graduates from the Cullman area include: Mitchell Benton IV, of...

Welti Elementary School honor roll Third Nine Weeks All A’s First Grade: Weston Barnett, Dracen Bates, Kassidy Hooper, My Houston, Henry Jennings, Ally Johnson, Hunter Linton, Leighton...

St. Bernard Preparatory graduation will be Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 2 p.m. in the Abbey Church.   “God has blessed us by your presence...

Can you say brain freeze? Festival-goers compete in an ice cream eating contest. CULLMAN - Crowds turned out today for what has been seen for...

Local veterans place a wreath at the Veterans’ Park World War I monument. CULLMAN - Veterans’ Park at Sportsman Lake was the site of solemn...

Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper, center, at an event this February/Tribune file photo There are times we get to go into situations where the...

Saint Bernard Prep School is pleased to announce that senior Dominic Pautler has received the CRESCANT Scholarship at Belmont Abbey College in Belmont, North...

Grace Hollis, the recipient of the Joe Wayne and Kathryn Maddox Education Scholarship, spoke at the Wallace State Community College Future Foundation’s Scholarship Celebration...

Cullman High School graduation will be on Friday, May 26 at 7 p.m. in Tom Drake Coliseum on the campus of Wallace State. "Congratulations...

CULLMAN - If you noticed a heavy police presence in the 700 block of Third Avenue Southeast early this afternoon, there is no cause...

Saint Bernard senior Paul Schartung has received a Congressional appointment to the United States Naval Academy. Lt. Commander William Cook, Blue and Gold Officer, recognized...

Graduation will be Friday, May 26 at 6 p.m. at Central Baptist Church in Decatur.   First row, l-r: Maddie Grace Giers, Tyler Brock, Katelyn Reeves,...

The Hanceville City Hall conference room was nearly full for the presentation. HANCEVILLE - Before its regular meeting Thursday evening, the Hanceville City Council welcomed...

CULLMAN - Former Alabama Crimson Tide star Jeremiah Castille's popular camp is coming back to town. The 10th annual Jeremiah Castille Character Camp will...

COLONY - The Colony Town Council met this week, and the big topics of discussion were the town’s Memorial Day celebration and slate of...

Graduation will be on Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 8 p.m. at AG Hicks Stadium. “As always we at Addison have another outstanding senior class....

Graduation will be Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 6 p.m. in the Meek High School gym. “The faculty and I wish you the best of...

CULLMAN COUNTY - Through a federally-funded program co-sponsored by the Alabama State Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cullman County children...

Vinemont High School Principal Ferrell Runge, left and Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette at the May 22, 2017 school board meeting. VINEMONT - Two...

NASA spokespersons, in the foreground, show how large the engine section and tank simulator are. HUNTSVILLE - Last week, a barge arrived at Redstone Arsenal,...

TROY - Troy University is pleased to announce students who have been named to the Chancellor's List for the spring semester and Term 4...

Guests went all out, dressing up for the Denim and Diamonds Preakness Party. CULLMAN - Recently, a crowd of around 175 gathered for the Hope...

Christian Service Award winner Sam Chiodo, Headmaster Dan Baillargeon and Father Bede Marcy CULLMAN - At ceremonies held in the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center on May...

Double Purple Heart recipient and Vietnam veteran Steve Larsen (right) of Holly Pond received a Wounded Warrior Coin and certificate from Ken Brown (left),...

Flags displayed along Highway 31 in 2016, put out by members of VFW Post 2214/Image courtesy of Ken Brown CULLMAN -  Cullman’s Veterans of Foreign...

CULLMAN - The Cullman City Council held a special session today, during which it approved the event and noise permits for Rock the South...

CULLMAN COUNTY - The Cullman County Sheriff's Office is warning citizens of a phone scam currently being perpetrated throughout the area. A statement from the...

Lawton and Bertha Mae Waldrep will celebrate their 71st Wedding Anniversary on June 1. Lawton Waldrep was in the Navy and served in World War...

Cullman County Commission meeting CULLMAN - Seating was scarce at the Cullman County Commission meeting this week, as several community representatives came to speak at...

William Evan Curtis HOLLY POND - After 25 years on the job, many awards and a generation of loving former students, Luette Benefield has left...

St. Bernard’s Joyce Nix, center, receives the Tourism Professional of the Year Award from John Hunt, left, and T.J. Franey, right, during Tuesday’s Tourism...

A local citizen scores well with her .45 revolver as Sgt. David Nunn looks on. CULLMAN - For two days during the last week, the...

HANCEVILLE - On Thursday afternoon, the North Alabama Regional Council of Governments (NARCOG) and Main Street Alabama will be holding a special meeting in...

Curt Wilson CULLMAN - Ashley Wilson, the mother of Cullman High School student Curtis James Wilson, 15, who died May 7 as a result of...

Congratulations to Saint Bernard Prep School’s Andrew Sweeney for being selected to compete in the North-South All-Star cross country race to be held in...