MAMYE LOUISE WILSON
Nov. 28, 1935 – Jan. 24, 2023 Mamye Louise Wilson, age 88 of McKenzie Alabama died at Andalusia Manor on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Brushy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Brother Alan Joyner officiating and Johnson Funeral Home directing. Mamye was preceded in death by…
Read MoreSARITA CAROL SCHOFIELD
Sept. 18, 1968 – Jan. 24, 2024 Sarita Carol Schofield, a resident of Georgiana, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at the age of 55. Graveside Services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 30, beginning at 10 a.m. at Morrow Schoolhouse Cemetery in Georgiana, with Johnson Funeral Home directing. Sarita was preceded in death by…
Read MoreLINDA JO PARRETT
May 11, 1960, – Jan. 26, 2024 Linda Jo Parrett, age 63 of Greenville, died on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, at UAB hospital in Birmingham, Alabama after a brief illness. A Memorial Service was held in her honor on Tuesday, Jan. 30, beginning at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Greenville with Reverend John…
Read MoreFDA DEER HUNT A HUGE SUCCESS
BY KATHY PICKENS The Greenville Standard The 26th annual Fort Dale Deer Hunt was held January 11-13. Fifty hunters harvested 56 deer in this year’s event consisting of a two-day hunt guided by local landowners and culminating with an awards banquet. The 2024 Bo Stevenson Memorial Big Buck Award went to Bill Bach who…
Read More2024 Alabama tax season kicks off
MONTGOMERY – Tax Season 2024 is set to begin on Jan. 29 with a filing deadline for individual income tax returns of April 15. ALDOR offers these tips to help you file safely and get your refund quickly: Filing File your return electronically, direct deposit your refund, and receive your refund quicker than those who…
Read MoreCity to purchase The Edge Theater
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The City of Greenville held its bi-monthly council meeting on Monday, Jan. 22. After the call to order at 5:30 p.m., roll call, and Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation, the meeting began. All councilmen were present. As there were no proclamations or presentations, and no unfinished business, the council considered…
Read MoreThis day in sports history
BY COLIN “BIG C” MACGUIRE The Greenville Standard On Jan. 20, Kalen DeBorer was introduced as the head coach at the University of Alabama. He is experience as a head coach. A native of Milbank, S.D., he graduated from Milbank High School in 1993. DeBorer played at The University of Sioux Falls from 1993-96.…
Read MoreLong sets scoring record at FDA
Fort Dale junior Brinkley Long set a new single-game scoring record by racking up 32 points in the Lady Eagles’ 62-32 win over region opponent Morgan Academy on Jan. 9. The previous record of 30 points was jointly held by Avery Royal and Cahley Acreman. (Kathy Pickens | The Standard)
Read MoreCounty hoops recap
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard FDA highlights Friday, Jan. 19 Eagles vs Bessemer Boys: 58-50 loss Sawyer Fossett: 11 points Jackson Scott: 10 points Girls: 56-18 win Anna Claire Thomas: 16 points Georgiana highlights Thursday, Jan. 18 Gana vs Red Level Boys: 68-62 win Kaveon Miles: 21 points Nasir Cheatham: 12 points…
Read MoreTERRY ALVIN MULLINS
July 29, 1948 – Jan. 12, 2024 Terry Alvin Mullins, a resident of Greenville, Alabama, passed away on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the age of 75. A Memorial Service was held Saturday, Jan. 27, beginning at 2 p.m. at Antioch West Baptist Church with Brother Nathan Skipper officiating. Terry was preceded in death by…
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