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Trustmark is pleased to announce that David (Dave) A. Crenshaw has been named Community Market President in Greenville, Alabama.  Crenshaw succeeds William V. (Bill) Lewis, who has taken the role of Community Market President for Trustmark in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama market.   “Dave joins our company with an expansive background in commercial lending and business…

The Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research (Rally) has awarded a $100,000 grant to support the research of Gregory Friedman, M.D. The grant brings funding from Rally to $230,000 since 2013. The grant is cofounded with The Truth 365, a non-profit organization that raises awareness and funding for childhood cancer research by being a voice…

Across Alabama, families and friends will gather to celebrate Independence Day with parades, parties and fireworks. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) reminds Alabamians safety is important when traveling Alabama roadways or waterways, and when celebrations involve fireworks. “Safety is always a priority, particularly as Independence Day weekend festivities may involve alcohol and may result…

NICOLE NORRIS |The Greenville Standard  During the hot and humid summer months, your body’s ability to cool itself is challenged. When the body heats too rapidly to cool itself properly, or when too much fluid or salt is lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and individuals may experience a heat related illness. Do…

NICOLE NORRIS |The Greenville Standard  The Georgiana community has a new business to be proud of, House of Glam. Owner, Michelle Campbell held her grand opening Saturday morning. Michelle has approximately 5 years of experience in the cosmetology field and is a graduate of Reid State. Campbell says, “House of Glam specializes in all hair…

ARTICLE SUBMITTED  Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Olivia McCray announced that producers who file accurate and timely reports for all crops and land uses, including failed acreage can prevent the potential loss of FSA program benefits. Please pay close attention to the acreage reporting dates below for 2016. “In order to…

TORI J. NORRIS | The Greenville Standard Last week, several teachers from Butler County schools attended AMSTI training at Greenville High School. AMSTI, Alabama Math, Science and Technology Initiative, is the Alabama Department of Education’s initiative to improve math and science teaching statewide. Their mission is to provide students in grades kindergarten through twelfth with…