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The odd couple returns
A falconer once told me he had a buzzard named Quasimodo. Among all his birds — owls, falcons, a Bald Eagle — Quasi was considered ...
Lanell Downs Smith, Author at The Greenville Advocate - Page 2 of 42
Community News
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. ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Wednesday, June 12, 2024 5:08 pm
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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 ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Tuesday, June 11, 2024 7:00 am
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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 ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Thursday, June 6, 2024 10:12 am
Community News
Missing Greenville woman located in Montgomery hospital
A Greenville woman reported missing was located Friday afternoon. Gail McKenney, 70, was reported missing by her family. A missing and endangered person alert issued ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, May 31, 2024 3:39 pm
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Janaldo Scott denied parole for murder conviction
On May 14, the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles denied parole to a man convicted of a Butler County murder. Janaldo Terrell Scott, 43, ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Sunday, May 26, 2024 7:00 am
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Greenville thief could face charges for death of crash victim
A Montgomery man who led law enforcement on a chase out of Greenville may be facing charges after the injury and subsequent death of a ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Friday, May 24, 2024 6:35 pm
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Bachelor rooster seeking henhouse to protect
The day they warned me about has finally arrived. Young Fred is seeking a hen (or hens) with which to make a family and his ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Tuesday, May 21, 2024 7:00 am
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Rebels tag state clay shooting championship
The Alabama Independent School Association (AISA) hosted the 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Tournament Friday morning at the Lower Wetumpka Shotgun Sports Club. Lowndes Academy tagged ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Monday, May 20, 2024 7:00 am
Community News
Celebrating Moms Sweepstakes 2024
Mothers are considered our first, best and forever friends. Help us celebrate mothers by nominating your mom for The Luverne Journal Celebrating Moms 2024 sweepstakes ...
by Lanell Downs Smith, Thursday, May 16, 2024 12:57 pm
SportsPlus
How to Watch MLB Baseball on Friday, July 26: TV Channel, Live Streaming, Start Times
In a Friday MLB slate that includes a lot of competitive matchups, the Cleveland Guardians versus the Philadelphia…
How to Watch the Braves vs. Mets Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for July 26
The New York Mets and Jeff McNeil will hit the field against the Atlanta Braves and Austin Riley…
Braves vs. Mets: Betting Preview for July 26
On Friday, July 26, Francisco Lindor’s New York Mets (54-48) host Marcell Ozuna’s Atlanta Braves (54-47) at Citi…
Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Giants Week 16 Tickets Available – Sunday, December 22 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Sunday, December 22, 2024 will see the Atlanta Falcons (0-0) go on the road to meet the New…
Atlanta Falcons vs. Las Vegas Raiders Week 15 Tickets Available – Monday, December 16 at Allegiant Stadium
Monday, December 16, 2024 will see the Las Vegas Raiders (0-0) go on the road to play the…