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Butler County schools ahead of teacher hiring trend
A 2023 National Center for Education Statistics report highlighted significant challenges in hiring teachers across the United States. Butler County Schools Superintendent Joseph Eiland said, however, that the district is “ahead of the game” compared to many schools nationwide. “We’re always looking for great people to fill these positions,” Eiland said. “People that want to […] The post Butler County schools ahead of teacher hiring trend appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Hero of the Week Contest Opens
In communities like those in Butler County, heroes come in all shapes and sizes, embodying various roles that collectively weave the fabric of our society. Help us honor community heroes by nominating someone you know who exemplifies what it means to be a hero. Winners will be featured in our weekly “Hero of the Week” […] The post Hero of the Week Contest Opens appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Legion celebrates recovery amid leadership changes
On June 6, American Legion Post 24 held its monthly speaker meeting. Ricky Crysell with Celebrate Recovery, a nationwide recovery group that deals with issues from anger and codependency to alcoholism and gambling addiction, was keynote speaker and during his address, Crysell recognized the trauma and mental health issues that sometimes arise from military service […] The post Legion celebrates recovery amid leadership changes appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Exploring Butler County: faces of heroism in Butler County
In communities like those in Butler County, heroes come in all shapes and sizes, embodying various roles that collectively weave the fabric of our society. From the special needs bus driver who ensures children arrive safely to school, to dedicated nurses offering compassionate care, religious figures who guide with wisdom and foster parents who open […] The post Exploring Butler County: faces of heroism in Butler County appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Butler County Arrests June 3 – 9
June 3 * Demetriez J Bedgood, 24 – Discharging firearm in city, possession of marijuana second degree * Timothy E Boggan, 41 – Menacing – intimidation only, harassment/intimidation June 4 * Elijah W Chamberlain, 19 – Violation of parole revocation, pistol certain persons forbidden to carry * Jeffery Eugene Giddens, 56 – Failure to appear/comply/pay […] The post Butler County Arrests June 3 – 9 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Community Calendar
Bible School First Baptist Church in Greenville is holding Vacation Bible School each day through June 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for K-4 through sixth grade. Car Wash The Butler County Humane Society will hold a carwash at O’Reily’s with a pizza party afterwards on June 15 from 12-4 p.m. Proceeds will benefit […] The post Community Calendar appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Parole denied to Larry Douglas Pate
On May 21, the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles denied parole to a man convicted as a sexual offender in Butler County. Larry Douglas Pate, 46, was denied parole in a May 21 hearing. He is currently housed at the Kilby Correctional Facility and has served one year of a 15-year sentence for violating […] The post Parole denied to Larry Douglas Pate appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Grants help dreams become reality
Spring is a time of growth, a time when the whole world is planting and planning, blossoming and building to propagate or pay-it-forward. Just as nature reproduces itself, organizations — associations, foundations and councils — do the same by raising and distributing funds to help seedling initiatives go from dreams to community-serving realities. Grant cycles […] The post Grants help dreams become reality appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
This Week in History: 1990
The Greenville Advocate headlines from this week in 1990, provide a glimpse into the events and achievements that shaped the community during that time. The stories include highlights such as a kindergarten graduation program, a surprise visit from Sam Walton and local efforts to celebrate Earth Day. * Kindergarten Graduation: The K-4 and K-5 […] The post This Week in History: 1990 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Grant supports Greenville High School freshman program
Katie Smith, Communication Specialist Mid-South RC&D Council Special to The Greenville Advocate The Alabama Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils (RC&D) recently awarded a grant to Greenville High School for the Pathways to Success program. The program enhanced freshmen’s soft skills through virtual instruction paired with teacher Hayden Stockton. “Upon first hearing of […] The post Grant supports Greenville High School freshman program appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Library unveils packed summer reading schedule
The Greenville Butler County Public Library is set to kick off its summer schedule the first week of June with a pair of free programs, including Mr. Dave and his ‘Big Time Groove’ rhythm and rhyme program on June 5 and Animal Tales: Zoofari Earth on June 7. “The summer reading programs feature a lot […] The post Library unveils packed summer reading schedule appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Butler United FC opens youth soccer registration
Butler United Football Club (FC) has announced that youth soccer sign-ups are now open for children aged 7 and up. The club, in its third year, is dedicated to making competitive soccer accessible to local youth. Club President Brandon Slagley highlighted the club’s mission to reduce financial barriers for families. “We started this primarily to […] The post Butler United FC opens youth soccer registration appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Preacher, that was a Good Sermon!
After the worship service concludes, I often hear, “That was a good sermon, preacher.” I find joy in preaching and writing, even though it presents a weekly challenge. The true essence of a sermon lies in fostering hope, instigating change, and reminding others of the boundless grace of God that leads to salvation. The essence […] The post Preacher, that was a Good Sermon! appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Falling prostrate – On messing up
“What’s the most embarrassing thing you’ve said from the pulpit?” he asked. It was a strange question, but a pastor friend asked privately at lunch, so I felt it was fine to respond. I didn’t have to think long, and it was a word not even in scripture. I was preaching about the different postures […] The post Falling prostrate – On messing up appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
God gives grace to the humble
Someone once said, “The greatest of my many virtues is my humility!” He probably meant it as a joke, but humility is not a joking matter. Paul warns that we must not think of ourselves more highly than we ought to think (Romans 12:3). While we are all made in the image of God, it […] The post God gives grace to the humble appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Milli and Magnolia hosts grand opening event
Milli and Magnolia, an online boutique specializing in ladies’ apparel and accessories, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce on June 1. The event included a Pop-Up Shop and Hat Bar, attracting numerous attendees. Amelia Gregory, the owner and a Greenville native, officially launched her business at […] The post Milli and Magnolia hosts grand opening event appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Hank Williams Music Festival draws crowds despite rainy start
Despite a rainy start on Friday, the 45th Annual Hank Williams Music Festival, held on May 31 and June 1, drew enthusiastic crowds from across the Southeast to celebrate the legacy of the legendary country music artist for which it is named. The festival, an outdoor event sponsored by the Hank Williams Museum and several […] The post Hank Williams Music Festival draws crowds despite rainy start appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Police respond to injury at Hwashin
On June 1, the Greenville Police Department responded to a workplace incident at Hwashin American Corporation, located on Montgomery Highway in Greenville. Police Chief Justin Lovvorn confirmed that a female associate sustained a non life threatening arm injury. Lovvorn said his office believes the incident to be an accident and does not expect to pursue […] The post Police respond to injury at Hwashin appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Mowbra Glen Branum
Mowbra Glen Branum, 93, of Greenville passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, June 4. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday June 8 at Dunklin Funeral Home with the Reverend David Wood officiating. The family will greet friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. There will not be a graveside service. Mowbra […] The post Mowbra Glen Branum appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Honoring Fathers Sweepstakes opens Friday
The Greenville Advocate asks for your help in honoring our fathers. We each have memories of our “superhero” dad and we want to hear yours as well. This year’s emphasis, the Honoring Fathers Sweepstakes, will focus on telling the story of how your dad, or dad figure, is your hero. By nominating dads for the […] The post Honoring Fathers Sweepstakes opens Friday appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
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