Area News
Go West, young woman
BY KATHY PICKENS The Greenville Standard On May 16, Greenville local Emily Harrell embarked on a new adventure to head out West. She will be working as a server at the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone National Park until mid-October. Harrell said of her decision, “I’ve always wanted to do something adventurous and go…
Read MoreHank Fest plays on
The 45th Hank Williams Music Fest was an apparent hit with most attendees this past weekend. Locals and folks from far away gathered to hear national country stars group Diamond Rio and Craig Morgan along with local bands, musicians and singers. Once again, Edward Johansson from Sweden rocked the stage on Friday and Saturday for…
Read MoreFort Dale Academy 2024 graduates celebrate
Pictured above: Fort Dale Academy graduates toss their hats outside of Southside Baptist Church in Greenville after graduation ceremonies Thursday, May 23. FDA had 30 graduates with approximately $2,368,468 in scholarship offers. Pictured at left: Zoe Coon gives a big smile as she holds her diploma and proudly exits the graduation ceremony. (Kathy Pickens |…
Read More45th Hank Williams Music Fest
BY RAY VAN COR The Greenville Standard Despite the disastrous weather that struck Georgiana a couple of weeks ago they are preparing for the 45th Hank Williams Music Festival on May 31 and June 1. City workers and volunteers are still removing debris from the storm and getting ready for music, music and more…
Read MoreMemorial day roars with tradition
BY RAY VAN COR The Greenville Standard Monday was Memorial Day, a solemn day of remembrance with respect, honor and created to pay tribute to those that made the ultimate sacrifice in military service of this great nation. Memorial Day started as an event to honor Union soldiers who had died during the Civil…
Read MoreA Tribute: A Pretty Portfolio
BY CARTER E. ANTHONY, CFA From 1987-2000, I managed trust investments for National Bank of Commerce (NBC) in Birmingham. Since it was a relatively new trust department, I was charged with managing the trust assets and bringing in new business. During my time there, the department’s assets grew from $100 million to almost $1…
Read MoreFarmers Market is back open
Even under the threat of rain and storms, which fortunately did not happen, the Butler County Farmers Market re-opened on Saturday, May 18, after a six month hiatus. Vendors had their tables set and booths ready for the much anticipated crowd of market attendees who started arriving before 7 a.m. Among produce offered were fresh…
Read More25th Law Enforcement Memorial Service held on May 15
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The Greenville Police Department (GPD) recently honored the ultimate sacrifices of local law enforcement and the service of current officers at its 25th annual memorial service. Also joining were members of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). Over 100 guests attended the service held Wednesday, May 15, at…
Read MoreON A FINAL NOTE
BY KATHY PICKENS The Greenville Standard Greenville Middle School (GMS) band director Chris Pryor ended his 25-year career as a music educator at the GMS/Greenville High School (GHS) Band Spring Concert on May 10. Pryor spent his first seven years in education at Liberty Middle School in Madison, Ala., where he grew the band…
Read MoreVal/Sal for county schools
Graduations occurred for the three schools in the Butler County School System this past week. McKenzie School went first on Thursday evening, May 16, from Williams-Vickery Field. Georgiana School followed Friday evening, May 17, from the R.L. Austin Gymnasium. Greenville High School performed graduation Saturday morning, May 18, from the new Greenville Tiger Stadium. Fort…
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