Lauren Estes

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Fairview High School hosts Centennial Celebration

1 week ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

FAIRVIEW, Ala. – Fairview High School hosted its Centennial Celebration on Saturday, April 12, beginning with a 5K Fun Run/Walk. FHS Family and Consumer Science Teacher and Head Track and Field Coach Whitney Haynes, and seventh-grade Life Science Teacher Leslie Arnold said they were excited to host the Centennial race. “We feel like we had a great turnout for our first year,” Haynes said. “The course was a course that we used years ago at the Purple and Gold Day for a Labor Day celebration.
‘It’s like childhood all over again’: Commission on Aging holds Senior Easter Egg Hunt

1 week ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – About 150 people filled the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center Friday, April 11, for the annual Senior Easter Egg Hunt. Cullman County Commission on Aging (COA) Director Stephanie Lawson said you’re never too old for a little Easter magic, and this event provides just that for local seniors. “We had 1,000 eggs to hunt with the senior citizens today,” Lawson said. “This is just such a fun way to get our locals involved and out moving hunting eggs.
Gypsy Soul hosting Easter Tablescape event with Cullman Florist April 15 - The Cullman Tribune

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – Gypsy Soul Antiques and Things is hosting “Come to the Table,” a community Easter Tablescape event on Tuesday, April 15, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 218 First Ave. SE, in Cullman. Owner Lindsey Blackwood said, “Come learn a whimsical approach to your table settings, along with modern and simple ways to design your floral arrangements using both real and silk flowers from Cullman Florist.
Falkville hosting Eggfest Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

FALKVILLE, Ala. – The Town of Falkville is hosting the Eggfest Egg Hunt this Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. at South Park in the track area. The event is free to the public and will include a visit from the Easter Bunny, food and drinks, a massive egg hunt with 5,000 eggs and Golden Egg prizes. Event Coordinator Danielle Hayes said if you find a golden egg, bring it to the Pepsi trailer to pick out a special prize. “Bring your cameras, family, friends and a festive spirit.
CPD recovers stolen merchandise; 2 arrested

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – Two Cullman residents were arrested recently after another resident reported the theft of a YETI cooler on Wednesday, April 2, according to the Cullman Police Department. Kimberly Taylor Farmer, 31, has been charged with second-degree unlawful possession of marijuana and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Kagun David Fuller, 29, was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants.
Library hosting Young Writers’ Workshop April 10

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library will host the Young Writers’ Workshop for Encourage a Young Writer Day on Friday, April 10, at 4 p.m.Cullman County Public Library System Assistant Director Shelby Creekmore said this isn’t their first writing workshop, but they are excited to offer this program, free of charge, several times throughout the year.
Museum kicks off April Walking Tours

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Nick Griffin |Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman County Museum kicked off its annual April Walking Tours this morning. There will be tours every Saturday in April at 10 a.m.Cullman County Museum Events Coordinator and Researcher Julie Burks said, “The April Walking Tours is a state-sponsored program that started in 2003. Our museum has hosted the Walking Tours since 2006.
Local author releases children’s book

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman woman recently released a children’s book titled “Finlee and Her Purple Glasses.”Taylor Johnson is a Cullman native who wears many hats as an active and passionate member of the community. Johnson said she feels she is an artist at heart and has been a writer since childhood. “I try and bring creativity and imagination to every story I tell,” she said.
Hanceville welcomes new librarians

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Shirley Burden Public Library has added two librarians to its staff. Library Manager Teresa Rivera said the library is fully staffed for the first time since last November. The new employees are Pam Reid and Cystal Stone. “Pam Reid joined in February,” Rivera said. “She is a local resident and retired educator. She had served on the library board for many years previously. Pam is also involved in the Culture Club. She is a mother and grandmother.
Cullman man caught surveilling child sentenced to 40 years

2 weeks ago | cullmantribune.com | Lauren Estes

CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man on Thursday, April 3, 2025, pleaded guilty to 10 counts of possession of obscene matter and received a sentence of 40 years. Ethan Edward Richardson, 27, of Cullman, was indicted on 53 counts – including multiple counts each of possession of obscene matter, production of obscene matter and aggravated criminal surveillance – back on May 4, 2023.