Camellia Show revives
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The Greenville Camellia Society (GCS) held its second annual Greenville Camellia Show & Sale and Artisans Market featuring a Gee’s Bend Quilt exhibition this past Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 15-16, at the Wendell Mitchell Conference Center on the LBWCC campus and at the Beeland Park Community Center. There…
Read MoreLBW names Norris as inaugural flag football head coach
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard LBW Community College recently announced Tony Norris as the inaugural head coach of the Saints flag football team with to start in competition in fall 2025. LBW was among the first colleges in Alabama to announce the addition of women’s flag football, demonstrating its commitment to expanding athletic…
Read MoreHS hoops season ends for Butler County
Varsity hoops season has ended for Butler County Schools. The Georgiana Panthers were unexpectedly knocked out of the state playoffs on Tuesday, Feb. 11, by J.F. Shields by a score of 49-46. The Panthers led at the end of first half 23-18 but Shields was able to slow down the fast footed Georgiana Panthers and…
Read MoreLISA OWENS
Sept. 19, 1962 – Feb. 5, 2025 With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of Lisa Owens, who went to her heavenly home on Feb. 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Lisa was a devoted daughter, sister, and aunt. Her life was defined by an immense love for her family and she cherished…
Read MoreCONRAD WILLIAMSON
June 16, 1933 – Feb. 7, 2025 Mr. Conrad Williamson, age 91, of Greenville, died peacefully on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, Feb. 11, beginning at 11 a.m. from the Chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Brother Tracy Stinson officiating. Burial was held immediately following at Sunrise Memorial Park with Dunklin…
Read MoreDOROTHY SUE PITTS
March 16, 1928 – Feb. 8, 2025 Dorothy Sue Pitts, 96, a resident of Georgiana, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, Feb. 12, beginning at 11 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Buddy Williams and Bro. Tim Boggs officiating and Johnson Funeral directing. Burial…
Read MoreCONNIE MCCALMAN THOMPSON
Oct. 24, 1947 – Feb. 9, 2025 Connie (McCalman) Thompson, 77, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Feb. 9. Connie was born in Montgomery on Oct. 24, 1947. She lived her life selflessly serving and loving others. From Pine Level in the early 1970’s to over 20 years as “the preacher’s wife” at Springhill…
Read MoreWILLIAM ROY FARMER, III
Sept. 16, 1954 – Feb. 11, 2025 Dr. William “Bill” Roy Farmer III, age 70, passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 11, 2025, at his residence in Evergreen. Bill was married to the love of his life, his Princess Pam Farmer. Their passion for caring for others is what brought them together. Bill graduated from the…
Read MoreBrown holds Town Hall
Greenville City Councilman Jae’Ques Brown, who is running for Mayor of Greenville, held a town hall meeting at Beeland Park Community Center Saturday afternoon, Feb. 8. Brown opened the meeting by thanking the 40 plus attendees for their participation. He then passionately spoke to attendees of his accomplishments as a city councilman and his experience…
Read MoreEnter Your Blooms!
By Pamala Nolan It’s easy to enter camellia blooms to the Greenville Camellia Show! The show is open to all camellia growers, from beginners with a single plant to experts with extensive collections. If you’re new to camellia growing, the “Novice” category offers a welcoming space to showcase your blooms and compete for prizes.…
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