BCSO deputy arrested for theft
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Last Wednesday, May 27, Butler County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Weston Keeney, age 23, was arrested and charged with Theft of Property 2nd. The Butler County Sheriff’s Office posted the following on its Facebook page. “As of Wednesday, May 27, 2026, former Butler County Sheriff’s Office employee Weston Keeney…
Read MoreBusy Ant celebrates grand opening
As of Monday, June 1, at 10 a.m. Georgiana officially has its own grocery store again, the Busy Ant. A grand opening ceremony was held at that time with Georgiana Mayor Nina Bonner and store owner Parth Patel giving remarks. Georgiana’s grocery store, the Food Giant, had closed earlier this year and after much hard…
Read MoreGCS dedicates historical markers
The Greenville Camellia Society (GCS) held a historical marker dedication on Friday afternoon, May 29, at Beeland Park. A sizeable crowd attended the event, which showcased four historical markers that were placed around the park. Special guests attending were Greenville Mayor Jae’Ques Brown, Butler County Commissioner Jesse McWilliams, Greenville City Councilman Joseph West, Butler County…
Read MoreGPRD baseball all-stars make noise in Troy
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The Greenville Parks and Recreation Department Dixie Baseball All-Stars made noise in Troy this past weekend with several teams placing second and advancing to the state tournament while others are still vying for a district championship. Greenville 12U All-Stars lost their opening game to Eufaula and then defeated…
Read MoreMcKenzie student wins ALBBAA photo contest
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (May 18, 2026) – Before sunrise on the second day of Alabama’s 2026 wild turkey season, Weston Lowery was already deep in the Butler County woods — locked in on one gobbler and determined not to leave without him. Hours later, that patience turned into a hunt to remember and a photo that…
Read MoreJACKSON GLENN BOUTWELL
April 23, 1949 – April 28, 2026 Jackson Glenn Boutwell, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away in Alpharetta, Ga., surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Greenville where he learned the values of hard work, kindness, and humility that would guide him throughout his life. A respected CPA by profession,…
Read MoreDOROTHY KATHRYN GREEN
April 16, 1933 – May 23, 2026 Dorothy Kathryn Green, aged 93, passed away on May 23, 2026, at her home in Saraland. Kathryn is survived by her daughter Karen Morgan(Stuart), and son Kenneth Green. She was a loving grandmother to Kaylee Morgan, Daniel Morgan(Jeanna), Stephen Morgan(Shelby), Chase Green(Hunter), Wyatt Green, and Emily Morgan; and…
Read MoreDORIS GIDDENS SAUCER
Oct. 24, 1938 – May 23, 2026 With deep reverence and heartfelt reflection, we honor the life of Doris Giddens Saucer, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at the age of 87. A devoted follower of Jesus Christ from her youth, Doris’s faith was the radiant light that illuminated her journey…
Read MoreElection results for Butler County
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The unofficial election results for the May 19 Primary Election for Butler County was tallied and to follow are the results. There are 14,206 registered voters in Butler County. In total, 4,533 ballots were cast at polling houses, which resulted in a 31.91 percent turnout. Offices, candidates, and…
Read MoreNewton name to LBW Foundation Board
Greenville Camellia Society President Jan Newton has been named to the Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Foundation Board. An active participant in many projects designed to improve her community, Newton is also an American Camellia Society member and accredited camellia show judge, a member of the Butler County Extension Master Gardener Association, and a member…
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