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BY MARY ALICE CARMICHAEL HISTORY LONG AGO AND RECENT: This “little church that refused to die” has had no pastor since Rev. Wm. H. Kamplain served as the last pastor from 1940 to 1941 where he preached his last sermon. It has not had a single enrolled living member for 54 years when the last…

Georgiana’s Police Chief Jeremy Peagler was arrested by the Butler County Sheriff’s Department Thursday afternoon on charges of three counts of 3rd degree Domestic Violence and one count of Harassing Communication. The alleged charges were filed by Georgiana resident Leah Godwin.Chief Peagler declined commenting awaiting a court date.    

On Oct. 5, Pine Flat Methodist Church and Pine Flat Cemetery Association will have their Homecoming and Memorial Day. Descendants of the original founders and their friends will come together to celebrate the long history of the Pine Flat Methodist Church and its cemetery as they worship and fellowship together. The worship service will begin…

BY MARY ALICE CARMICHAEL   Mt. Moriah Fellowship Church invites you to the annual Homecoming and Memorial Service at 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, the only scheduled service of the year. There will be ‘Music on the lawn’ before and after the church service: The Yeldell Yellers, Director Robert Robinson of Birmingham. ‘Music in the…

The Heart of Alabama Quilt Guild is stitching hope into every seam with their latest contribution to a nationwide relief effort. Guild members recently completed 36 poppy quilt blocks for Hugs from Texas, a grassroots organization supporting communities impacted by the devastating July 4 flooding along the Guadalupe River. The blocks are part of the…

Cornwallis 1828 is proud to announce the appointment of Rheta McClain to its Board of Directors. Rheta brings more than two decades of experience in education and leadership, currently serving as the Assistant Superintendent for Student Services with the Butler County School System. Rheta began her career in education in August 2002 and has served…

The United States Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties, freedoms and inalienable rights. Constitution Day and/or Citizenship Day is an American federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens. It is normally observed on Sept.…

BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard   Sean Dietrich, also known as “Sean of the South”, is bringing his southern charm and wit back to Greenville on Thursday, Oct. 9, at the historic Ritz Theater in Greenville. His website notes, “Dietrich is a columnist, humorist, multi-instrumentalist, and stand-up storyteller known for his commentary on life…

Camellia City Fest was held this past Saturday, Sept. 6, and by all accounts was enjoyed by all. The event, which is hosted annually by the City of Greenville and the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce (GACOC), enjoyed its 11th year. Thousands attended and strolled Greenville’s Commerce Street enjoying an assortment of food delights from…

The 6th Annual Ronald Mount Chrome & Steel Show was held Saturday at F&S Tire and Towing downtown. There was live music, food, vendors, and kids activities. Proceeds from this year’s event benefited the Ralph Wasden family. Wasden passed away in June after a long battle with cancer. Pictured left to right are event organizers…