Whaley wins sheriff's race | Councils move projects | EES celebrates 90 years

Cullman Today – Wednesday, May 20, 2026   Here's what's making news in Cullman this morning: 🗳️ Chad Whaley wins the Republican primary for Cullman County sheriff 🏛️ Berlin, Cullman and Hanceville councils take up roads, grants and park projects 🏫 East Elementary celebrates 90 years of Cullman history   ➕ Plus: 🏀 Hanceville's "Ballin' Like a Bulldog" youth basketball camp returns in July 🦞 Boatin' and Boilin' supports Smith Lake search-and-recovery efforts 📚 Cullman County Public Library eyes a major future expansion 🇺🇸 Memorial Day weekend brings ceremonies, festivals and outdoor events 🍽️ Visit Cullman announces the first-ever Cullman Restaurant Week ☔ Weather: Partly sunny today, with showers and storms likely this afternoon and a high near 84. More rain is possible tonight, with a low around 63. Thursday stays unsettled, with showers likely and a high near 83. 🕊️ Obituary: Lois Joann Thompson   📍 Watch weekdays at 6:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube 📲 Website: https://CullmanTribune.com 📰 Subscribe: https://tribune.store 📱 App: https://cullman.app