Tag: News

Nationwide revival, call to prayer being answered locally CULLMAN, Ala. – Churches and college campuses around the country have opened up facilities for a week-long...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – During Alabama’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, no state sales or use tax is due on certain items you...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - As difficult as it may be, explaining tough topics in the news to children is something parents need to do, a...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The curtain has closed on Cullman Community Theatre’s recent production of “Steel Magnolias,” which welcomed almost 1,000 patrons. The show was...

WEST POINT, Ala. - Officials with Cullman County Schools broke ground Monday on a much-needed renovation and expansion to the cafeteria that serves West...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The annual Cullman Strawberry Festival, one of the premier outdoor festivals in north Alabama, is expected to draw one of the...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama State Public Fishing Lakes (PFLs) program is adapting to better serve the citizens of the state who depend on...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism will offer its Healthy Food Foundations classes in March. The classes will teach skills needed...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - It is possible to have a broken heart, though not in the way people typically think. While many people think of...

CULLMAN, Ala. - On Saturday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m., Cullman High School will host the 2022-2023 Miss Southerner Pageant and 2023 Fair Queen...

From the files of 1930  The County Board of Education has moved into its newly remodeled building, which is one of the finest in the...

UNIVERSITY, Miss. - Mellissa Black, of Vinemont, is among the more than 600 students who graduated from the University of Mississippi in December 2022.  Black,...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Next week, Feb. 20-24, 2023, high school students will have the opportunity to participate in the Spring 2023 Alabama College Application...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Curt’s Closet Founder Ashley Wilson announced that the nonprofit is teaming up with popular children’s character “Captain Underpants” to host an...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College announces registration for Mini Term II classes for the Spring 2023 semester. Mini Term II classes will...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall led a coalition of 22 attorneys general who filed an amicus brief in support of the State...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman EMS will host enthusiastic and hungry chili lovers from around the area for its sixth annual 911 Chili Supper &...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama on Wednesday confirmed she will serve as the Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee on...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Gardening in Zone 7b during February can be a bit tricky. The average temperature hovers around 44 degrees Fahrenheit, with lows...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — A new economic report shows the impact one college can have on a region, and a system on a state. Wallace...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Podiatrist Robert Ocampo, DPM, recently joined the Cullman Regional Medical Group.   Ocampo completed his undergraduate education in biological sciences at California Polytechnic...

CULLMAN, Ala. – With the approaching warmer weather will come one of Cullman’s favorite events: the Strawberry Festival is scheduled for May 6. Cullman...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College students enjoyed a little Valentine’s Day project with the Build A Wally event. Students were given the...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The notorious norovirus is making its rounds again, leaving a trail of upset stomachs and canceled plans in its wake.  Norovirus is...

“Love & Saffron” was written by Kim Fay, who is from Washington state. Her previous books are “Communion: A Culinary Journey through Viet Nam,” which was...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is the most patriotic pup of all, Liberty.  Age (7) is just a number...

FALKVILLE, Ala. – The Tim Tebow Foundation hosted its signature event, "Night to Shine," nationwide and at Fairview: The Grace Place in Falkville on...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Picture a relationship: A disagreement starts, someone complains and the other person becomes defensive. It is a tale as old as...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As springtime approaches, eager gardeners have the chance this week to learn about which trees are good fits for their landscapes...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College welcomed more than 300 high school students from Blount, Cullman and Walker County HOSA (Health Occupation Students...

CULLMAN, Ala. – After a 911 call was made at approximately 10:10 a.m. from Cullman Funeral Home, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Cullman...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals recently affirmed the conviction of Bobbie Green Holaway, 66, of Blountsville, for murder. Attorney General...

CULLMAN COUNTY, Ala. - A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, has claimed the life of a Cullman man. ...

From the files of 1900  Married at Vinemont on November 21 were W.H. Fowler and Mrs. Nancy C. Petts of Chicago. The ceremony was performed...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. -  Alabama exports surged to over $25.5 billion in 2022, setting a new annual record, according to Gov. Kay Ivey’s office.  Last year’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Soil & Water Conservation District (CCSWCD) is now accepting applications for a $750 scholarship sponsored by the Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is a lover and not a fighter. It’s Boxer!  This stunning boy with a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – City and county industrial development leaders, local government officials and local industry representatives were celebrated on Thursday, Feb. 9, for their...

CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) has made multiple arrests over the past several days, including:   Thursday, Feb. 2  Deputies located Heath Kerry...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced $5.6 million in grants to support statewide programs designed to increase public safety on Alabama’s...

MONROEVILLE, Ala. – The Monroeville Literary Festival will present this year’s Harper Lee Award to former U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo March 4 at...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Springtime in Alabama is just around the corner, so now is the time to prepare for boating season.  Troopers within the Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. – As opening night and the inevitable curtain calls near, the cast and crew of Cullman Community Theatre’s (CCT) “Steel Magnolias” are...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - When it comes to heart health, diet matters. Experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of...

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. – Winners of the seventh annual Eagle Awards were honored Saturday as part of Eagle Awareness Weekend at Lake Guntersville State Park.  The...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Samford University recognizes 2,022 students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2022 semester.  To qualify for the Dean's List, a...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The conditional use request for multifamily dwellings on John Cooper Drive S.E. off Old Hanceville Highway was withdrawn by attorney Matthew...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced the application period is open for the Governor’s Office summer internship sessions. She encouraged Alabama...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Students from Cullman Middle School and Cullman High School received a lesson on Tuesday, Feb. 7, from an atypical teacher. Robb...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is partnering with Fairview High School to provide free haircuts to students. Students in Wallace State’s Salon...

Cullman, Ala. - The Cullman Chamber Board of Directors is committed to building a thriving community by working with city and community leaders to best meet the needs of our community. After several months of searching for a permanent leader of the organization, the Board announced today that they are re-opening the search for a new President/CEO.   The Chamber search committee did receive several applications; however, none of the applicants met the requirements outlined by the Board as necessary to continue moving the organization forward. Therefore, the Board has decided to conduct a full executive search in order...

GOOD HOPE, Ala. – A crowd of local elected officials and representatives from all over Cullman County gathered near the 305 exit on County...

MONTGOMERY. Ala. - The popularity of Alabama ABC Board’s annual fall allocated whiskeys sweepstakes has opened up more opportunities to shop for hard-to-find brands.  In...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County encourages residents to “Spread the Love” to their neighbors and friends by donating to its...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Football fanatics in the United States are big fans of chicken wings at most Super Bowl parties. In recent years,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Books and Brews, presented by the Friends of the Public Libraries of Cullman County, is slated to return to Goat Island...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Department of Education (Department) has released new data estimating that more than 18 million students have received direct financial...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College welcomed a number of active military, veterans and their family members Thursday, Feb. 2, to an ACCS...

BREMEN, Ala. – Rocking with the Eagles, a concert and spaghetti dinner fundraiser for Cold Springs schools’ band programs, is set to take place...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Approximately 100 Cullman High School student athletes joined Cullman City Schools Athletic Director Mark Stephens, Victim Services of Cullman Counselor Lauren...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In accordance with changes to Alabama Code Section 15-22-26.2 (Mandatory Supervision Period on Certain Sentences) that went into effect today, January...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The sheriffs’ departments in each of the state’s 67 counties will be receiving Sheriffs’ Grants funds quarterly beginning in the first...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is making every effort to convey the message that our state’s great...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) was recently awarded $4 million by the U.S. Department of Health and Human...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - HudsonAlpha U is the new name and brand for the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s popular public education programs and resources.  “HudsonAlpha U...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - February is American Heart Month. It is a month to raise awareness for conditions that affect every heart, from neonatal patients...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - This past week officially kicked off the state’s celebration of Alabama Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month.   To celebrate Alabama CTE Month...

CLEVELAND, Tenn. - Lee University congratulates Alyssa Jones of Arab, Alabama, on earning Dean's List honors during the fall 2022 semester.   Dean's List recognition is...

CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Prep School in Cullman is hosting Open House Thursday, Feb. 23, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for students entering grades...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, a time when we draw attention to the need for good oral health practices...

BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. – A Remlap man was killed in a two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. Alabama State...

MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Nearly 1,500 students were on the fall 2022 Graduation List at Mississippi State University.   Local students who earned degrees are:    Robert Hall...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Each February, our nation honors and celebrates the history of African Americans and their immeasurable contributions to every aspect of American...

“The Lincoln Highway” is Amor Towles’ third novel. His previous books are “The Rules of Civility” and “A Gentleman in Moscow.” All three are bestsellers. Set in 1954,...

From the files of 1954  Sergeant First Class Taylor Weldon, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Weldon, spent a few days at home last week...

AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – The Alabama Cooperative Extension System continues its award-winning Natural Resources Webinar Series in 2023. A product of the system’s forestry,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A new state law, based on a bill passed by the Alabama Legislature in October 2021, which amended a law passed...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - Mental health and substance abuse remain the no. 1 health concern across the state, yet an ongoing shortage of mental health...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Students at East Elementary School used rolling robots to create artwork, as part of the school’s broader robotics and coding curriculum.  Young...

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School (FHS) students lined up in a converted classroom to await their turn to be pampered at the Shaggie...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Schools and America's First Federal Credit Union (AmFirst) recognize a teacher and staff member each month.  This month, those honors...

Ida Lee Hodge, 82, of Arley, passed away Feb. 3, 2023 at her residence. She was born Aug. 6, 1940. Ida was an author, poet,...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 3, 2023. All persons are innocent until proven guilty. GJ = grand jury; FTA...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Public Health continues to encourage COVID-19 vaccines and boosters in addition to testing and treatment. A new...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The clock is ticking for local lotharios and dutiful spouses to finalize Valentine’s Day plans. We explore various options on differing budgets...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - With the joyous but exhausting holiday season in the rearview mirror, the beginning of the year presents a time for reflection...

CULLMAN, Ala. - St. Bernard Preparatory School was recently awarded a $5,000 grant as part of a $1 million grant program from the Tennessee...

CULLMAN, Ala. – This week’s Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week is the small and lovable Betty Sue, who is already housetrained!  The young miniature...

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) has scheduled certain special education records to be destroyed March 31, 2023. Records to be...

MISSISSIPPI STATE, Miss. - Mississippi State University congratulates 4,174 students who were named to the fall 2022 President's List. Students on the President's List...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Bees and other pollinators are integral to our ecosystem and food supply. Whether keeping bees as a hobby or for profit,...

CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Regional recently welcomed neurologist and sleep medicine specialist Kenneth Murray, MD to the Cullman Regional Medical Group.   Murray received his bachelor’s...

CULLMAN, Ala. – A new grief support group, “Broken Parents: Healing Through the Loss of a Child,” will begin on Tuesday, Feb. 7, in...

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ala. – An Albertville man was killed in a two-vehicle crash at approximately 1:50 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31. Alabama State Troopers identified...

CULLMAN, Ala. – The North Alabama Agriplex continues to bring educational and exciting classes to naturalists of all ages. In February, classes will cover...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -  The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently announced the resolution of an investigation into whether Troy University...

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University has announced its Emerging Scholars for fall 2022, honoring high school students who have earned a 3.5 GPA...

CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies had a busy few days, resulting in four drug trafficking charges following two separate traffic...

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The University of Alabama awarded over 1,650 degrees during its fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 10, 2022.  Local graduates include:  Jacob Adams of...

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – Located on Commercial Street in downtown Hanceville, The Stampin’ Elephant opened its doors with grandeur and grace on Friday, Jan. 27....