BY ANNIE CRENSHAW   Giving highways throughout the United States standard numerical designations was a radical idea in the 1920s. But, as we know, this was growth and progress, and it was inevitable. By the way, a good read about good roads is “Getting Out of the Mud: The Alabama Good Roads Movement and Highway…

The following biography was recently read at the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet Thursday evening, Sept. 14, during the announcement of Dr. Duane Williams selection as Citizen of the Year.   “After 50 years in pediatric health care, one pediatrician has earned more than a few fans – and the respect is mutual. After…

The following biography was recently read at the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet Thursday evening, Sept. 14, during the announcement of Paul Flubacher as the recipient of the John D. Murphy Award.   “The John D. Murphy Award is given to a citizen who shows a great commitment to bettering the community. It is…

BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard   On Oct. 1, Pine Flat Methodist Church and Pine Flat Cemetery Association will have their Homecoming and Memorial Day. Descendants of the original founders and their friends will come together to celebrate the long history of the church and its cemetery as they worship and fellowship together. The…

The Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) issued a statewide Fire Alert effective Sept. 22. While under a Fire Alert, permits for outdoor burning will be restricted. Anyone who burns a field, grassland, or woodland without a burn permit may be subject to prosecution for committing a Class B misdemeanor. This burning restriction is being issued because…