Tag: Local
Nailed it!: Library hosts Spring Break Camp
CULLMAN, Ala. – This week the Cullman County Public Library hosted Spring Break Camp for kids aged 8-18. Over three days, activities included a...
April Walking Tours begin this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s an annual tradition, and it begins this Saturday at the Cullman County Museum: the Alabama Tourism Department’s April Walking Tours....
Links for Literacy Golf Tournament returns April 10
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Link of Cullman County’s sixth annual Links for Literacy Golf Tournament is set for Monday, April 10, at Terri Pines...
‘Still Moments’: Local poet publishes collection of works
CULLMAN, Ala. – Randy C. Hale, guest columnist of The Tribune’s “Poet's Corner" weekly feature, has published a collection of poems titled “Still Moments.”...
St. Bernard’s Sr. Gianna Casino awarded Outstanding Graduate Research Award
CULLMAN, Ala. - On Jan. 28, the Institute of the Psychological Sciences awarded St. Bernard Preparatory Religion Instructor Sr. Gianna Casino, LIHM, an Outstanding...
WSCC Alumni Association trips offer entertainment galore
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - For anyone who loves to be entertained, the Wallace State Alumni Association has the perfect day trips for you to enjoy...
UAB Blazers set to face North Texas in NIT Title Game
LAS VEGAS - UAB men's basketball (29-9, 14-6 C-USA) will look to capture the program's first NIT crown on Thursday against a familiar foe in...
Obituary: Carolton Wayne Hyatt
Carolton Wayne Hyatt, 82, of Arley, passed away March 28, 2023 at his residence.
He was born January 2, 1941 in Arley.
Visitation will be held...
Obituary: Hollie Mae Duke
Funeral service for Hollie Mae Duke, 93, of Cullman will be at 12 noon, Monday, April 3, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel with...
Pilot Club of Cullman announces return of fashion show
“VOGUE 2023,” the 28th annual Fashion Show & Luncheon, will take place April 26
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Pilot Club of Cullman has announced the...
Inaugural Kaleb’s 5K Run coming April 8: Event to raise awareness...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Get out and run for a great cause at the inaugural Kaleb's 5K Run Saturday, April 8, at 8 a.m. at Depot...
Egg hunt, food, fellowship for seniors at Cullman County Agricultural Center
CULLMAN, Ala. – UPDATE: As of 4/3/2023, the Senior Egg Hunt originally planned to be hosted at Sportsman Lake Park has moved to the...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview falls to Oneonta at home 13-6
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Aggies were back home at Mark Moore Field Tuesday night to host a matchup with Oneonta and after jumping out...
Wallace State partners with Fitzgerald Peterbilt to offer apprenticeships
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College announces a new apprenticeship opportunity for students in the Diesel Technology program. Fitzgerald Peterbilt will offer apprenticeship...
WSCC Women’s Golf wins ACCC Championship
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Wallace State Community College’s women’s golf team won the Alabama Community College Conference Region 22 championship tournament today at Burning Tree...
Obituary: Linda Gail Marlow
Linda Gail Marlow, age 77, of Cullman, passed away March 27, 2023 at Walker Rehabilitation Center in Carbon Hill.
She was born June 2, 1945...
Obituary: John Paul Partain
John Paul Partain, 55, of Muscle Shoals, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023 at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL.
He was born June 9,...
Christ First Ministries hosts 2nd annual Car and Truck Show
CULLMAN, Ala. –The scene was buzzing with the sounds of gravel crunching under the judges’ feet, the scent of barbecue from Little Lu's food...
Master Gardeners host Native Azalea and Wildflower Sale
CULLMAN, Ala. – A little bit of after-storm mud wasn't going to stop the Master Gardeners of Cullman County from hosting their Native Azaleas...
‘It was legit Louisiana flavor!’: United Way hosts annual crawfish boil...
CULLMAN, Ala. –The sun was warm and bright and the crawfish deliciously fresh and spicy at Goat Island Brewing Friday afternoon, March 24. The...
PREP BASEBALL: Broncos pick up 13-3 win over Cold Springs; Monday...
HOLLY POND, Ala. -- Holly Pond hosted the Cold Springs Eagles for a Monday afternoon county matchup game and after jumping out to an...
Wallace State inducts members into English and math honor societies
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College is proud to announce more than 50 students earned invitations to join Sigma Kappa Delta and Mu...
Group enjoys meeting at Peinhardt Living History Farm
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the Cullman Historical Society enjoyed a change of scenery at their meeting on Sunday. The group usually meets at...
‘What better way than to serve food to the community?’
The Link, Kingdom Life Church team up for Community Meal
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Link of Cullman County on Thursday, March 23, hosted its monthly...
All about seeds
Library hosts gardening event, announces seed swap
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library recently hosted an event with the Cullman County Extension Office...
Obituary: Betty Deborah Seagroves
Funeral service for Betty Deborah Seagroves, age 65, of Falkville, is pending.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Seagroves passed away on...
Obituary: Anita Maxine Butler
Anita Maxine Butler, 59, of Ashville, AL, formerly of Cullman passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023.
She was born February 6, 1964 to James Verlon...
Obituary: Robert Jackson Smith
Robert Jackson Smith, age 76, of Hanceville, Alabama, passed away on March 23, 2023, after being diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer. Known as "Bob"...
Tigers take on North Alabama Tuesday
AUBURN, Ala. – Coming off its series win vs. Georgia, Auburn (16-7-1) continues its non-conference midweek slate against North Alabama (5-17) Tuesday at 6 p.m....
Obituary: Rhonda Gail Davidson
Rhonda Gail Davidson, 63, of Rainsville, Alabama passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. She was born May 15, 1959 to...
Obituary: Betty Marie Hoffman
Funeral Service for Betty Marie Hoffman, age 81, of Hanceville, will be at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
‘Feed your brain’: Lions’ Kitchen at Wallace State sees increased need
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Hunger and food insecurity are statewide issues, and Wallace State Community College (WSCC) is no exception. Christine Wiggins, Title III director,...
Wiggins coasts to victory on Smith Lake
CULLMAN, Ala. – After moving into the lead on Day 2, Jordan Wiggins put it to ‘em on the final day of the Toyota...
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...
WSCC hosting author Phyllis Biffle Elmore, Heartland Quilt Guild April 6
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Wallace State Community College will host “Quilt of Souls” author
Phyllis Biffle Elmore Thursday, April 6, at 11 a.m. in the James...
Obituary: Jackie Lynn McDonald
Jackie Lynn McDonald, 60, of Hanceville, passed from this life surrounded by her family, Friday, March 24, 2023 at UAB-Highlands Hospital.
The family will receive...
Obituary: Mary Margaret McDonald
Mary Margaret McDonald, 69, of Double Springs, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
She was born October 1, 1953.
Mary is...
Obituary: Robert Lee “Robbie” Stewart
Funeral service for Robert Lee “Robbie” Stewart, 51, of Cullman will be at 2 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2023 at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel...
Jacobs declares Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Mayor Woody Jacobs on Wednesday, March 22, proclaimed April Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month in the city of Cullman....
PREP BASEBALL: ‘Cats split senior night matchups with Bob Jones, Golden
CULLMAN, Ala. – After completing the area sweep of Decatur on the road Thursday night, the ‘Cats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Friday...
PREP BASEBALL: West Point falls to Winfield at home 9-5
WEST POINT, Ala. – The West Point Warriors rode a four game-winning streak into their game against Winfield Friday afternoon but after a back-and-forth affair with...
City telecommunicators getting new dispatch software
CULLMAN, Ala. – The City of Cullman’s emergency dispatch center will be using new software in order to better assist the residents of Cullman....
Obituary: Franklin Dee Miller
The funeral service for Franklin Dee Miller, 86, of Vinemont, will be 3 p.m., Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The body will...
Obituary: Johnnie Winford Tolbert III
Johnnie Winford Tolbert III
Visitation for Johnnie Winford Tolbert III, age 33, of Vinemont, will be from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March...
Obituary: Michael Paul Hammock
Funeral services for Michael Paul Hammock, of Hayden, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Priscilla Sue White
Priscilla Sue White, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on March 23, 2023, at the age of 78. Mrs. White was born in Cullman...
Obituary: Thomas W. Oden
Thomas W. Oden, age 77, retired logger, passed away in his home, on March 24, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, who will continue to...
Obituary: Gerald Raynard Smith Sr.
Gerald Raynard Smith Sr., 90, of Vinemont, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
He was born in...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 24, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 24, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Just show up’; Cullman woman to compete in 2023 World Deaf...
CULLMAN, Ala. – She’s no stranger to competition. Melissa Haynes, a deaf and partially blind Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) fighter from Cullman, has a black...
TheraPlay hosts inaugural sensory-friendly Easter event
CULLMAN, Ala. – Field of Miracles was dotted with pastel eggs and stations were set up with temporary tattoos, ring toss and bounce houses...
CCSO hosts lunch for Baileyton, other seniors
HOLLY POND, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) provided lunch for senior citizens at the Brooklyn...
Cullman County case to be featured on ’48 Hours’ Saturday
‘The Mysterious Death of Tiffiney Crawford’ will air at 9 p.m. on CBS
CULLMAN, Ala. – When Tiffiney Joy Crawford, the founder of the popular...
Library hosting Spring Break Camp March 27-29
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Public Library will host Spring Break Camp Monday-Wednesday, March 27-29 at 10 a.m. for kids ages 8-18.
On Monday,...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Warriors outrace Fairview 18-7; Thursday scoring recap
FAIRVIEW, Ala. -- The West Point Lady Warriors made the trip over to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies in a county game...
Decatur man arrested on fentanyl trafficking charge in Cullman Co.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about a reckless driver on Interstate 65 near Dodge City...
Cullman City School Board recognizes faculty, staff, students
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman School Board on Tuesday recognized several faculty, staff and students for their accomplishments.
The board recognized Cullman High School (CHS)...
15 Alabama football players impress at 2023 Pro Day
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama football program hosted its annual Pro Day inside the Hank Crisp Indoor Facility Thursday, with 15 draft-eligible Crimson Tide...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Broncos top Cold Springs at home 6-3
HOLLY POND, Ala. – The Lady Broncos returned home Thursday night to host a county battle with Cold Springs and after falling behind early,...
Obituary: Harold Travis Lambert
Funeral services for Harold Travis Lambert, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow...
Obituary: Glenda Beth Barton Andrews
The funeral service for Glenda Beth Barton Andrews, 76, of Bremen, will be 2 p.m., Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Cullman Funeral Home. The...
Obituary: Emma Lee Crook
Funeral service for Emma Lee Crook, age 78, of Bremen, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
UAB Football has standout performances at Pro Day
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Eighteen NFL hopefuls from the UAB football team participated in Pro Day on Wednesday at the Football Operation Center.NEWS AND NOTES:
All 32...
Cullman County youth shine at Alabama Jr. Livestock Expo
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Cattle and swine took center stage in Montgomery as Alabama youth exhibited animals and showed off a year’s worth of hard...
Obituary: Darren Wayne McClendon
Darren Wayne McClendon, 53, of Bremen, passed from this life of March 11, 2023 at his residence. No services are planned at this time. He was...
Obituary: Melvorie Graham Mead
Funeral service for Melvorie Graham Mead, age 87, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 24, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 22, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 22, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘Industry Comes to Wallace State’ helps employers recruit employees
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Students from Wallace State Community College and representatives from several businesses and industries got the opportunity to network with each other...
County proclaims Child Abuse Prevention Month, approves back-up radio system
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday, March 21, proclaimed April 2023 Child Abuse Prevention Month. It also approved push-to-talk back-up radio...
PREP BASEBALL: Fairview hammers Hanceville on the road 21-2; Tuesday scoring...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Fairview made the short trip over to Hanceville to take on the Bulldogs Tuesday night and it was a game the...
PREP BASKETBALL: ‘We came together as a family’: Cold Springs’ Maci...
BREMEN, Ala. -- The 2022-2023 basketball season was another special one for the Cold Springs Lady Eagles. They finished with a 31-3 record, an...
PREP BASEBALL: Cullman collects 6-3 area win over Decatur
CULLMAN, Ala. – After picking up a road win at Buckhorn Monday night, the Bearcats returned home to Bill Shelton Field Tuesday to open...
Tribune welcomes new reporters Murphy, McKoy
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Tribune is excited to announce two new reporters. Cayla-Grace Murphy is a talented reporter and videographer with a passion...
Obituary: Harold Thompson
Harold Thompson was welcomed into this thing called life on April 3, 1934, by his loving parents Ralph and Flora Mae Cooley Thompson. He...
Obituary: Sgt. Michael Satangai Boyd
Funeral services for Sgt. Michael Satangai Boyd of Cullman will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, March 27, 2023 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel....
Obituary: Lance Horsley
Lance Horsley, 74, of Double Springs, entered into rest on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at UAB Palliative Care in Birmingham.
Lance was born on Nov....
Obituary: Nannie Mae (Vincent) Hall
Nannie Mae (Vincent) Hall, age 90, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 20, 2023 surrounded by family. Nannie was...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 21, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 21, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA...
Cullman Middle School construction update
CULLMAN, Ala. – In May 2022, construction of new buildings at Cullman Middle School began. However, according to the Cullman Middle School Principal Jake...
Hope Horses holding ‘Egg My Yard’ fundraiser
CULLMAN, Ala. – Heading into the Easter season, local nonprofit Hope Horses is holding its “Egg My Yard” fundraiser for the third year. For...
PREP SOFTBALL: Lady Aggies down Cold Springs 9-4
FAIRVIEW, Ala. – The Cold Springs Lady Eagles made a trip over to Fairview to take on the Lady Aggies and Cold Springs held...
Cullman City Council talks PALS cleanup, WildWater
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday night addressed the upcoming Cullman County/City Cleanup sponsored by Cullman People Against A Littered State...
St. Bernard inducts 10 into National Junior Honor Society
CULLMAN, Ala. - Ten St. Bernard Prep School middle school students were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) after Mass on March...
Op-Ed: It’s time to put fentanyl dealers behind bars
I’m certain that many of you have heard about the drug fentanyl in the news these last few years, the powerful opioid similar to...
March 20-26 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) celebrates and supports the annual National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW), along with...
Gentry on seniors: ‘They are truly the heartbeat of our community’
CULLMAN, Ala. – This year marks the ninth year the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) and Sheriff Matt Gentry have visited senior centers and...
Obituary: Mary Regina Bates
Funeral service for Mary Regina Bates, age 68, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Obituary: Bobby Joe Nail
Memorial service for Bobby Joe Nail, age 80, of Falkville, will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at The Kingdom Hall...
Obituary: Maurice Herman Drummond
The funeral service for Maurice Herman Drummond will be 12 p.m., Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive...
Arrests and Incidents reported March 20, 2023
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported March 20, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA...
‘I love where I’m at now’; Restoring Women Outreach hosts inaugural...
CULLMAN, Ala. - Restoring Women Outreach (RWO) hosted its inaugural St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on March 17. The fundraiser was a sold-out, intimate event...
‘Know your talents and strengths, and play to them’; Cullman matriarchs...
CULLMAN, Ala. – Matriarchs of Cullman gathered in the banquet room of the All Steak on March 16 to share stories, insight and wisdom....
‘It was a dream come true:’ Cullman’s Kacie Griffith talks cheer...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Former Cullman Bearcat Cheerleader Kacie Griffith graduated from Cullman High School in 2018 and her cheer career continued on the plains...
Wallace State Welding hosts North Alabama High School Welding Competition
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Welding program welcomed nearly 100 high school students from 33 area schools to its first North Alabama...
WSCC Genealogy program helps writer research local family that influenced Minnie...
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Genealogy program recently aided a Nashville, Tennessee, writer researching Grand Ole Opry star Minnie Pearl and...
WSCC Allegro Dance Theatre to present Dance Showcase March 23
HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College’s Allegro Dance Theatre will present its annual Spring Dance Showcase on Thursday, March 23 at 7 p.m....
Obituary: Charles Wayne McBrayer
Memorial service for Charles Wayne McBrayer, age 73, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at St. John's Evangelical...
Baileyton seniors grapple with loss of center
BAILEYTON, Ala. – Senior citizens in Baileyton who meet weekly at the Baileyton Senior Center say the future of the center is in jeopardy...
‘You have to keep pushing yourself no matter how hard it...
CULLMAN, Ala. -- Former Bearcat varsity Cheerleader Ashton Story graduated from Cullman High School in 2020 but her cheer career was far from over....
PREP BASKETBALL: Good Hope’s Maddox, Cold Springs’ Dickerson earn 1st team...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Sports Writers Association released its All-State awards Sunday morning, and the list was packed with local names. Good Hope...
