Area News
G’ana wreck sends three to hospital
A collision between a Chevrolet Tahoe and a transfer truck hauling a log trailer at the intersection of U.S. Hwy 31 and Alabama Hwy 106 sent three people to Regional Medical Center on Monday, April 27. The collision occurred around 11:30 a.m. Butler County Sheriff’s deputies, Georgiana Police, South-Butler Rescue, and Gem’s Ambulance responded to…
Read MoreGreenville NFL star Smith gives back to community
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Za’Darius Smith, a Greenville native and standout defensive end for the Green Bay Packers, is giving back to his beloved hometown. For four weeks, Smith is working with local restaurants to give away meals each week during the coronavirus pandemic. This past Friday, Pizza Hut gave away 500…
Read MoreHouse fires claim two homes in Butler County
Two homes were claimed in fires in Butler County last week. On Tuesday afternoon, April 21, the Searcy and M&D Volunteer Fire Departments were dispatched to the home of Joyce Lane on Wagon Wheel Road in northern Butler County. Fire fighters were able to put the fire out but the home is likely a loss.…
Read MoreWe’re Moving: part three
By: Carter E. Anthony Mr. Ben Tillman, the District Manager who was always nattily attired, hat and all, spent some time asking me how I liked Greenville and told me that he had gotten me on the Giants in Little League. The first baseman, Edward Kervin, had moved and left a spot on the…
Read MoreAt-home learning tips from an educator
From PBS Learning is exploring! As your home is now a classroom and you find yourself facilitating learning, don’t be burdened with the stress of wondering, “Am I doing this right?” “Did I do enough of that?” “Is that how the teacher would do it?” During this time of at-home learning, rest assured, you…
Read MoreLIFELINE CHURCH ROBBED
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Lifeline Church on Cahaba Road was broken into this past week and approximately $6,000 of sound and projection equipment was stolen. According to Lifeline Church Pastor Eric Jackson, the police department and sheriff’s office have been good about going by to check on the building, but it was…
Read More2020 high school grads to be honored
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard With the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic upsetting plans for graduation this year, the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce (GACOC) has incited a unique idea. They plan on lining the streets of Greenville, Georgiana and McKenzie with individually featured 24”x36” portraits of graduating seniors in full color that will be…
Read MoreWhat a joyous day that will be
NEWS AND NOTES By David Carroll We are apparently approaching the peak of the COVID-19 crisis, and we are being tested. Not necessarily for the virus itself, but in other ways. This is testing our patience, our resolve, even our sanity. Don’t be ashamed to admit you have been depressed. My gosh, we’re wearing…
Read MoreBCSS Academic Continuity Plan
Butler County School System has implemented the first phase of the Butler County Academic Continuity Plan (BCACP) that will provide alternate methods of instruction to students. The plan has been approved by the State Superintendent of Education, Dr. Eric Mackey, and I am pleased to present it below. It may also be reviewed on our…
Read MoreJROTC assigns staff for upcoming school year
By Col. Alan Hester I have spent the last two days phoning our upcoming 2020-2021 JROTC cadet leadership and discussing their JROTC position for next year, as well as which job would be a good fit for them. The incoming Battion Commander and Battalion Executive Officer (Deputy Commander), Riley Boutwell and Emily Davis, were…
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