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Local students named to Troy Provost’s List
Troy University announced students who have been named to the Provost’s List for the Spring Semester and Term ...
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Brandon Polk joins First Assembly of God ministerial team
Greenville native Brandon Polk joins First Assembly of God in Greenville to serve as Kids Church Pastor Assistant ...
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Summer feeding programs confront food insecurity
An Editorial Opinion of The Greenville Advocate According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), child hunger ...
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Salute continues family traditions
Hank Williams, Jr. made his one and only appearance at the Annual Salute to a Legend – a ...
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How to play with fire responsibly this summer
Contributed by Tana Shealey The Alabama Cooperative Extension System Cooking around an open fire is a popular summer ...
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NTSB releases 2021 multivehicle fatal crash report
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued a report with findings related to the June 19, 2021 ...
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ALEA reminds motorists “Put Safety First, Prevent the Worst”
This Memorial Day weekend, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) launches its “Summer of Safety Campaign,” sharing various ...
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Boone convicted for 2016 murder
A Butler County jury convicted Shantel Jalisa Boone, 34, Friday, for the 2016 murder of Charles Edward Curry. ...
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Grand Jury indicts suspects in Dadeville slaying
A Tallapoosa County Grand Jury has indicted five suspects on charges related to an April 15 Dadeville mass ...
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Butler County Farmers Market now open
By: Tiffany Albritton-Hickman Local farmers and vendors were up early Saturday morning to kick off the Butler County ...
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Unemployment declines – small businesses, poorest residents still struggle
Alabama’s unemployment rate is down, and Governor Kay Ivey says the decline is noteworthy. “When Alabama works, Alabama ...
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ALEA launches National Safe Boating Week
As temperatures rise and Alabamians visit the state’s waterways, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Marine Patrol Division ...
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Butler County remembers, recognizes law enforcement professionals
By: Tiffany Hickman On May 18, the Greenville Police Department hosted its 24th annual Law Enforcement Memorial ...
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Wintzell’s hosts Pups on the Patio
On May 14, quite a few pet owners and their four-legged friends enjoyed Pups on the Patio at ...
Lifestyles
True Armyworms on March in Alabama
By Carnell McAlpine, Jr. Tuskegee University Extension Program Agent True armyworms are another problem that Alabama’s farmers did ...
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Lovell named GM of Greenville Newspapers, Boone Publications
David Lovell has been named General Manager of Greenville Newspapers, LLC [GNL], publishers of The Greenville Advocate, The ...
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Wayne Grant announces his retirement from Crenshaw Christian Academy
Alabama Hall of Fame Coach Wayne Grant announced his retirement from Crenshaw Christian Academy on Friday. Grant indicated ...
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James denied bond on robbery, assault charges
The Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office arrested a person Sheriff Chris West describes as “a very dangerous individual” Thursday ...
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Alabamians honor, support law enforcement
On May 15, Congressman Barry Moore published a release confirming he voted in support of H.Res. 363, to ...
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Local students awarded Alfa scholarships
Seven Butler County students were awarded Alfa scholarships for academic excellence, recently, and attended a dinner presentation at ...
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BOE receives Commission tax resolution
The Butler County Commission delivered a resolution on May 9, formalizing its commitment to grant a portion of ...
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Anti-vaping legislation introduced in Alabama Legislature
Alabama lawmakers are debating an amendment to existing law that could stop an increasingly popular alternative to cigarette ...
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State health officials launch campaign against cervical cancer
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is stepping up its battle against a serious public health problem ...
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Berrey wins Hank Williams Sr Talent Showcase
By Haley Mitchell Gowin The inaugural Hank Williams Sr. Talent Showcase was held May 6, at the historic ...
Sports
Christian Hill commits to continue education, athletics at Alabama State
By David Lovell The Greenville Advocate Greenville High School athletic standout, Christian Hill, has signed a commitment to ...