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Greenville I-65 South rest area replacement beginning May 1
A contractor for the Alabama Department of Transportation will begin installing signs today, April 29, for the closure, beginning May 1, of the I-65 South rest area in Greenville. It was announced earlier this month that the rest area was being replaced by a larger and updated structure. The next...
Regional Medical Center CEO visits Lions Club
During this week’s Lions Club meeting, Regional Medical Center of Central Alabama CEO Patrick Trammell updated the club about recent additions to hospital services and answered questions about physician recruitment and the financial challenges hospitals are facing. Tramell also announced that GEMS Ambulance Service recently procured a new ambulance through the help of a grant […] The post Regional Medical Center CEO visits Lions Club appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Greenville Elementary students celebrate healthy living
Greenville Elementary School was a hub of excitement on Friday, Apr. 19, as students participated in a Color Run/Healthy Celebration event. The event, held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., on the Greenville Middle School football field, marked the culmination of the Move Alabama Pop-Up challenge and the Body Quest nutrition program, promoting physical activity […] The post Greenville Elementary students celebrate healthy living appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Butler County Arrests April 15-21
Butler County Arrests April 15-21 April 15 Treveon Tyrek Raine, 21 – Possession of marijuana first April 16 Korsdell Ball, 25 – Possession of marijuana first Ashton G. Fails, 19 – Theft of property fourth Jacob Lee Lawley, 28 – Domestic violence second assault second Dennis C. Searight, 37 – Disorderly conduct/disturbing the […] The post Butler County Arrests April 15-21 appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Reid State awarded grant, transforms nursing program
In a significant boost to healthcare education and workforce development in rural Alabama, Reid State Technical College (RSTC) announced its March 29 receipt of nearly $450,000 in grant funding from the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) through the Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP). This investment is part of over $10 million allocated across 23 projects in […] The post Reid State awarded grant, transforms nursing program appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Recognizing dedication to animal welfare
Cory Rice, the dedicated animal caretaker at the Butler County Humane Society, has been named the Greenville Advocate’s Hero of the Week for her commitment to the welfare of animals in need. Rice’s journey with the Butler County Humane Society began with a desire to lend a helping hand, but it quickly turned into a […] The post Recognizing dedication to animal welfare appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Grants funds to reduce energy costs for Crenshaw County families
By: Amy Lewis A recent news release from the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) reported that Gov. Kay Ivey has recently allocated grants exceeding $5.8 million to organizations aiding low-income residents in reducing their energy costs through home weatherization. The funds, part of Alabama’s Weatherization Assistance Program, target enhancing energy efficiency and […] The post Grants funds to reduce energy costs for Crenshaw County families appeared first on Luverne Journal.
‘Random acts of kleanliness’ hits home run at Day Memorial Park
In their most recent “random act of kleanliness,” KrystalClean Exterior Cleaning gave a much needed facelift to the facilities at Day Memorial Park. President Jeff Cummings said the initiative was begun to give back to the community by enhancing the beauty of downtown Greenville. “Greenville youth sports programs mean so much to our children, families […] The post ‘Random acts of kleanliness’ hits home run at Day Memorial Park appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Spotlight on Butler, Covington, Crenshaw & Lowndes: Movers & Shapers
Jim Byard Jr. is principal of Byard Associates LLC, a strategic development consulting firm that contracts with the Lowndes County Economic Development Commission and assists with their community and economic development strategy and implementation. He is chair of the Main Street Alabama board and serves on the boards of DesignAlabama and YourTown Alabama. He is a past president of the Alabama League of Municipalities and has served on the boards of the Appalachian Regional Commission and the Delta Regional Authority.
Children’s Policy Council awards college scholarships
The Lowndes County Children’s Policy Council met Wednesday, April 17 to judge applicants for the Sheriff John Williams Scholarship. The Council reviewed each applicant’s information and character references, selecting one recipient from each local high school and two former Lowndes County high schools students currently enrolled in college. “I’m happy to say there were a […]
Greenville man arrested in Monday murder case
BUTLER COUNTY, Ala. (WSFA) - A Greenville man is facing a murder charge after a Monday shooting, according to court documents. Fredrick Dale Thompson, 43, was charged with killing Romerrell Miller. Court documents state that Thompson shot the victim in the head. Law enforcement has not released any details about...
Shackleford denied parole
The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles denied parole to a man sentenced for Lowndes County Convictions in a hearing on April 4. Taurus James Shackleford, 36, is housed at the Elmore Correctional Facility, serving 16 years for a 2021 violation of the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act (SORNA). His term includes two […]
Crenshaw County Arrests April 8-15
April 8 • Kenya Kayshawn Casey, 23 – Failure to appear possession marijuana second • Benjamin Kilpatrick, 39 – Hold for outside agency April 9 • Chris E. Stevenson, 38 – Reckless endangerment, criminal mischief third, receiving stolen property first, attempting to elude police, certain person forbidden possession of firearm April 11 • George Anthony […] The post Crenshaw County Arrests April 8-15 appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Town’s only barber retiring after 72 years cutting hair
GLENWOOD, Wis. (KARE) - A Wisconsin mainstay is hanging up his clippers. After cutting hair in Glenwood for more than seven decades, Norm Hagen announced his retirement. Many people said they will miss the 92-year-old. Maybe it was inevitable that he’d become part of Glenwood’s history. It’s been...
Camellia tradition blooms at LBW
The Greenville Camellia Society (GCS) and Lurleen B. Wallace (LBW) Community College have joined forces to bring a vibrant Camellia Garden to the LBW Greenville campus. The project, initiated by Peige Josey, dean of the Greenville campus, and GCS President Jan Newton, has garnered enthusiastic support from GCS members. Newton expressed excitement about the collaboration, […] The post Camellia tradition blooms at LBW appeared first on The Greenville Advocate.
Where does the time go?
By Lanell Smith Last week my best friend’s granddaughter participated in a pageant at her school. Marley Anne Brown was just one of many beautiful young ladies who displayed their talents for our communities to enjoy. Her grandmother sent me photos from the event and as I viewed them and considered other young ladies displaying […] The post Where does the time go? appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Letohatchee crash claims life of Tennessee woman
A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 1:50 p.m. Thursday, April 25, has claimed the life of a Christina, Tennessee, woman. Rebecca S. Ready, 84, was fatally injured when the 2003 Toyota Camry she was driving left the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned. Ready was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash occurred on […]
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