Fight cogon grass at no cost to landowners
For the third year, financial relief will be available soon to assist Alabama landowners adversely affected by the non-native, invasive noxious weed, cogon grass. The application period for the Cogon grass Mitigation Program will launch on Feb. 20, at 8 a.m. Central Time, and the portal will remain open until March 29 at 5 p.m.…
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BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard FDA highlights Thursday, Feb. 1 AISA Tournament Eagles vs Morgan Boys: 59-35 win Ethan Alford: 23 points Ty Carter: 14 points Jackson Scott: 13 points Girls: 55-22 win Brinkley Long: 24 points Anna Claire Thomas: 19 points, 10 rebounds Friday, Feb. 2 AISA Tournament FDA vs Bessemer…
Read MoreJAMES ROBERT CALLINS, JR.
July 13, 1935 – Jan. 27, 2024 James Robert “Bobby” Callins, Jr., a resident of Forest Home, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at the age of 88. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 31, beginning at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home. Burial followed in Sunrise Memorial Park. The family…
Read MoreAMOS DUWAYNE MCNAUGHTON
Oct. 11, 1954 – Jan. 30, 2024 Amos “Duwayne” McNaughton, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Jan. 30, 2024, at the age of 69. Known for his quick wit and love of music, Duwayne leaves behind a legacy of kindness and faith. He touched countless lives through his 20 years as a…
Read MoreSYLVIA ANN MURPHY
July 8, 1955 – Jan. 31, 2024 Sylvia Ann Murphy, a resident of Greenville, passed away peacefully on Jan. 31, 2024, at the age of 68. Sylvia was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Kathleen Heatwole; and brother, Terry Blackwell. She is survived by her husband, Randy Murphy; son, Cody (Jenna) Murphy. A…
Read More2024 Beeland Park Camellia Show: They came from far and wide
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard From all accounts, the 2024 Beeland Park Camellia Show, held on Jan. 27-28, was a bloomin’ success even though recent freezing temperatures had damaged many soon to be camellia blooms. Jan Newton, Greenville Camellia Society (GCS) president, said she was amazed at the entries and number of attendees.…
Read MoreSix sign for Fort Dale
Fort Dale Academy recently held a signing day and reception for six of their senior athletes. The event was attended by families, peers, and school personnel along with coaches and sponsors from the various colleges. Pictured L-R: Jon Nolan Lawrence (son of Jimbo and Debbie Lawrence; Univeristy of North Alabama football), Owen McNeal (son of…
Read MoreCounty hoops recap
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard FDA highlights Tuesday, Jan. 23 Eagles vs Morgan Boys 63-39 win Jackson Scott: 18 points Alan Alvarez 14 points Sawyer Fossett: 10 points Girls 53-31: win Brinkley Long: 18 points, 10 assists Thursday, Jan. 25 Eagles vs Hooper Boys: 66-61 win Ethan Alford: 23 points Ty Carter:…
Read MoreROSA JOHNSTON TUCKER MCGOWIN
Dec. 28, 1932 – Jan. 18, 2024 Rosa Tucker McGowin of Chapman, peacefully passed away on Jan. 18, 2024. Rosa was born on Dec. 28, 1932, to Henry St. George Tucker, Jr. and Lillian Collins Tucker of Lexington, Ky. Rosa spent her formative years in Lexington, where she completed her education at the University of…
Read MoreDOROTHY J. ROLLINS
June 21, 1948 – Jan. 23, 2024 Dorothy J. Rollins, a resident of Minter, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024 at the age of 75. Funeral Services were held Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, beginning at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Brother Lane Simmons officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home…
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