Cullman makes Hallmark Top 25 | City Schools rank among state's best | Vista Lago questions

Cullman Today – Monday, Aug. 17, 2026 Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: 🎄 Cullman is named one of 25 finalists in Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town Contest 📚 Cullman City Schools ranks in Alabama's top 10 in English Language Arts, Math and Science 💧 The Tribune's continuing Vista Lago review separates what the wastewater permit establishes from questions that remain ➕ Plus: 🏈 Vinemont takes on East Lawrence in preseason jamboree action 🎒 Hanceville Knapsacks for Kids seeks support after packing 3,800 weekend food bags last school year 🤝 Auburn's Cary Center, the Cullman Area Chamber and Wallace State team up for nonprofit training 🚁 Cullman Police unveils a Bell Jet Ranger helicopter 🚒 Hanceville Fire Rescue adds an infrared sauna as part of its firefighter health and safety efforts 🌡️ Weather: Dangerous heat continues today with a high near 96 and heat index values as high as 108. There's also a chance of thunderstorms late this afternoon and tonight, with a low around 74. Tomorrow sees sunny skies and a high near 92. 🕊️ Obituaries: Glenn E. Williams 📍 Watch weekdays at 6:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube 📲 Website: https://CullmanTribune.com 📰 Subscribe: https://tribune.store 📱 App: https://cullman.app #CullmanToday #CullmanNews #MorningBrief #CullmanAL #LocalNews