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Greenville coverage: Your opinion matters
An Editorial Opinion of The Greenville Advocate On Wednesday, The Greenville Advocate launched a survey asking readers to let us know what topics they wish to read more or less about. Asking for an opinion is risky. There are no guarantees that responses will prove readers already like what we are doing. However, The […] The post Greenville coverage: Your opinion matters appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Butler County arrests July 8-14
July 8 * Makayla Ladelle Crenshaw, 25 – Drug trafficking, possession of marijuana second degree, tampering with evidence * Derrick L Hornsby, 29 – Two counts drug trafficking * Jamario D McKee, 24 – Harassment (harassment/intimidation), probation violation * Janice Savage, 41 – Criminal trespass third degree, assault with bodily fluids * Danita Y Webster, […] The post Butler County arrests July 8-14 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Patsy Lawson Minton
Patsy Lawson Minton, a resident of Greenville, passed away on July 2 at the age of 79. Funeral Services was held on Friday, July 5 beginning at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Shari Miniard officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. Burial followed in Sunrise Memorial Park. The family received friends […] The post Patsy Lawson Minton appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Community Calendar
Blood Drive Life South will hold a blood drive at the Walmart in Greenville on July 16 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Historical Society Butler County Historical and Genealogical Society will hold its quarterly meeting on July 27 at 2 p.m. The meeting will be held at First Baptist Church and will feature Walter Parmer’s […] The post Community Calendar appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
GHS alumni celebrate ‘Cheers to 50 Years’
By Lois Robinson Special to The Greenville Advocate Members of Greenville High School’s (GHS) Class of 1974 convened at Beeland Park the weekend of June 21 – 23 to celebrate their once-in-a-lifetime 50-year golden reunion. Many thanks to the reunion committee led by classmate Sharon Purifoy Bradley for the fine job they did in […] The post GHS alumni celebrate ‘Cheers to 50 Years’ appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Lions learn about Jones Medical Supply
Jones Medical Supply owner Dana Carlton informed Monday’s Lions Club meeting attendees about services the operation provides in Butler County. Cartlon shared the challenges of running a small business but expressed the joys and importance of building strong relationships with the people served in the community. Pictured are (left to right) Lions Club President Kimberli […] The post Lions learn about Jones Medical Supply appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
This Week in History: 1962
Headlines of The Greenville Advocate from this week in 1962, captured significant community events and milestones in and around the area. Highlights include the dominance of the poultry industry in Butler County and the opening of Northridge Apartments. Broiler-fryer dominates Butler County agriculture: The broiler-fryer industry emerged as Butler County’s greatest agricultural asset in […] The post This Week in History: 1962 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Kenneth Crum advocates for community
Kenneth Crum, a Greenville native with over 30 years in the corporate travel industry, has significantly contributed to his community through his role as Chairman of the Board for the Butler County Concern Citizens, a community advocacy group focused on local youth. “Our goal from the beginning was to be led and guided by God […] The post Kenneth Crum advocates for community appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
What is your ‘why?’
Early in my journalism career I learned that the most compelling stories illuminate a subject’s “why” — why they chose their career, why they opened their business, why they spearheaded a community effort, why they work to make the world a better place. With the discovery came a realization of my own “why,” weaving into […] The post What is your ‘why?’ appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Adult day care provides free services
Tri-County Adult Day Care is offering free services to young adults with mental or physical limitations and elderly individuals seeking a safe place to socialize in Butler, Covington and Conecuh Counties. “We can pick them up at their home and bring them to the facility where we start the day with breakfast,” said facility director […] The post Adult day care provides free services appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
One picture – A thousand thank yous
An Editorial Opinion of The Greenville Advocate There is an old adage, the origins of which many sources debate, which advises the reader that, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Because there is much truth in the proverb, The Greenville Advocate is holding a photo opportunity on July. 18 aimed at compiling the […] The post One picture – A thousand thank yous appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Lawmakers condemn violence, call for peace after Trump rally shooting
Lawmakers are calling for peace after shots were fired at Former President Donald Trump during a political rally Saturday. Former U.S. Attorney General and Senator Jeff Sessions released a statement Saturday evening calling for peace in response to the shooting. “My prayers are with President Trump and his family, and the families of the rally […] The post Lawmakers condemn violence, call for peace after Trump rally shooting appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Coaches Corner tickets on sale
On August 6, the annual Coaches Corner event will take place, bringing together the four schools of Butler County football. The event, which starts at 11:30 a.m., is co-sponsored by the Greenville Kiwanis Club and the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce (GACOC), in partnership with Q94 Radio. The event will include the introduction of coaches […] The post Coaches Corner tickets on sale appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
The Rise of the Neighborhood Church
I met her at a conference in our state, and she quickly turned the conversation to her church, of which she was very proud. She loved the pastor, the members, the worship and the ministry. All of this is fine. Then I asked her where her church was located. I knew where she lived and […] The post The Rise of the Neighborhood Church appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
One More Sunrise – A Day Has Passed
With an ever-increasing brilliance, through the branches of the trees, the sun can be seen peeking its head up with a blast of color. The heavens have labored through the night, and now a new day has been born. This newborn day will hold all the hopes, joy, love, despair, sorrow, pain, and all else […] The post One More Sunrise – A Day Has Passed appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Richard Mack Castleberry
Richard Mack Castleberry passed away peacefully June 27 surrounded by his wife and grandchildren. He was born on Oct. 9, 1955 in Fort Benning, Georgia. He was a graduate of Greenville High School in 1973. He received a degree in welding from Reid State. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Betty […] The post Richard Mack Castleberry appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Independence Day celebrations across Butler County
Butler County residents marked the 4th of July holiday with a variety of festive activities, embracing the spirit of independence the day observes. Some families gathered for barbecues, grilling hot dogs and hamburgers while children played with sparklers. Others took to the water, enjoying a day of boating and swimming. As dusk settled, many community […] The post Independence Day celebrations across Butler County appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Ring ceremony honors state champs
On June 28, Georgiana School held a ring ceremony to honor the boys’ basketball team’s state championship. The event, organized by Nina Bonner and Angie Binion, began with a welcome and a few words about the team’s stellar season from head basketball coach Kirk Norris. “The unveiling of the championship rings was a great way […] The post Ring ceremony honors state champs appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Meet Peanut: your new best friend
Peanut, a super sweet 4-month-old terrier mix, is ready to find her forever home. This little girl is expected to stay small and has a wonderful personality, getting along well with other dogs and cats. Peanut’s adoption fee is $100. To set up a time to meet Peanut and see if she’s the perfect fit […] The post Meet Peanut: your new best friend appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Cause of health department fire undetermined
A fire in the early morning hours of June 30 completely destroyed the Butler County Health Department building on Airport Road in Greenville, a facility which also housed the Butler County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) offices. Fortunately, the building was unoccupied at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported. The cause of […] The post Cause of health department fire undetermined appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
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