HENRY LAVELL HOUSTON
Nov. 19, 1948 – Dec. 12, 2024 Henry Lavell Houston, affectionally known as Pop, Hubert, and Hube, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who adored his wife and family. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and just being in…
Read MoreDEBORAH JOYCE OLIVE LEWIS
Feb. 26, 1962 – Dec. 7, 2024 Deborah Joyce Olive Lewis, a wonderful daughter, devoted mother, loving grandmother and cherished wife passed away on Saturday evening, Dec. 7, 2024, at the age of 62. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, at Johnson Funeral Home in Georgiana with Brother Charles Box…
Read MoreJEAN L. DEAN
Dec. 26, 1947 – Dec. 19, 2024 Jean Dean passed away at her son’s house in the early hours of Dec. 10 at the age of 76. She passed away having the same faith that she lived by. She was born Dec. 26, 1947, and was one of five children. Funeral services were held Thursday,…
Read MoreBarlow honored for 20 years of service
The congregation of County Line Church of Christ in Honoraville, gathered on Nov. 17 for a special celebration honoring their minister, Jerry Barlow, on his 20th anniversary of dedicated service to the church and community. Over the past two decades, Jerry Barlow has been a steadfast leader, offering spiritual guidance, heartfelt sermons, and unwavering support…
Read MoreThree killed in separate crashes
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard In the first death, a single vehicle crash in Butler County claimed the life Eli Cole Blackburn, age 19 of Georgiana, on Wednesday, Dec. 4., according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Blackburn was driving a 2000 Toyota Tacoma when the vehicle left the roadway and overturned…
Read MoreBBB Warns of 12 Christmas scams
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central and South Alabama is urging consumers to remain vigilant against scams during the holiday season. From shopping for gifts to making charitable donations, scammers are targeting holiday cheer with schemes designed to steal money or personal information. To help consumers avoid falling victim, BBB has identified the 12…
Read MoreAmerican Legion Post 24 news and notes
BY RAY VAN COR The Greenville Standard Dec. 5, the American Legion held its annual meeting and Holiday supper. After an incredible meal provided by Retired U.S, Marine Master Sergeant Richard Lewis, guest speakers Michele Sousa and Rena Davis of the Toys for Tots program for Lowndes and Butler Counties spoke to the group…
Read MoreDHR addresses EBT fraud
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is continuing to receive an increased number of fraud reports throughout the state. DHR continues to process requests for replacement of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits stolen from households impacted by EBT card skimming, cloning, and similar fraud. This is non-client fraud and is likely not due…
Read MoreThis day in sports history
BY COLIN “BIG C” MACGUIRE The Greenville Standard 2024 was an interesting season for high school football in Butler County. All four schools made it to the playoffs for the first time since 2015. Fort Dale finished the season at 9-3 and went 1-1 in the playoffs. In the first round of Alabama Independent…
Read MoreAHSAA state champs crowned
BY RAY VAN COR The Greenville Standard The Alabama High School Athletic Association 2024 high school football season has officially come to a close. The Super Seven, as so deemed, have played their respected matchups in Birmingham at Protection Field and we have our champions. In 1A, the Wadley Bulldogs showed why they were…
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