Area News
GCS reintroduces heirloom camellias
The Greenville Camellia Society (GCS) is proud to reintroduce four of the “lost Greenville camellias” back into Greenville gardens around town. Yes! ‘Tis the season! Everything is camellias right now with GCS. The camellias are blooming. The Camellia show is this week-end. And they have a surprise for the Camellia City! President Jan Newton said…
Read MoreArranging camellias
BY KATHY PICKENS The Greenville Standard Whether it is a walk through the Beeland Park Camellia Gardens, a drive around the Camellia City, a visit to the Camellia Show, or just savoring the beauty of your own yard, Greenville is filled with ways to enjoy our state flower during its wonderful winter blooming season.…
Read MoreCamellia named for Gov. Ivey on Alabama “Camellia Day”
A delegation from Alabama’s “Camellia City,” Greenville, has announced that a new variety of Alabama’s State Flower, the Camellia japonica L., has been officially named for Governor Kay Ivey. During a visit in the Governor’s Office on Wednesday, Greenville Camellia Society officers, joined by Greenville Mayor Jae’Ques Brown, presented Governor Ivey a proclamation and an…
Read MoreHope arises for RMCCA
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Regional Medical Center of Central Alabama (RMCCA) has renewed hope ahead for operation as a fully functioning hospital. Frey Medical Management (FMM) signed a letter of intent with the Health Care Authority of the City of Greenville, Alabama, on Monday, Jan. 12. The letter of intent will begin…
Read MoreWaters, Greenville’s newest author
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Mollie S. Waters, a Greenville native, will soon be a published author. Her book, ‘Historic Resting Places of Alabama: Cemeteries and Graveyards Around the State’ is expected to start shipping from preorder sales on April 1. Waters, who has a had a long passion for cemeteries, their funery…
Read More10-digit dialing to begin Jan. 23
Customers in the 334 area code region will be required to begin 10-digit dialing Jan. 23. This action follows the permissive 10-digit dialing period, which allowed customers to become adjusted to dialing 10 digits when making calls. Scheduled implementation of the new 483 area code overlay is slated for Feb. 23 and ensures customers will…
Read MoreIt’s National Blood Donor Month
January is National Blood Donor Month, and LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is celebrating the everyday heroes who donate blood by collecting and sharing their stories to raise awareness about the importance of giving blood. The annual national observation honors the selfless act of donating blood and encourages first-time donors to give the gift of life…
Read MoreMcBride retires after 33 years as owner of McBride’s Chevron
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard On Wednesday, Dec. 31, Buddy McBride officially retired from a long career in the service industry but he is best known as the owner of McBride’s Chevron in Greenville for 33 years. McBride said he began his career of customer service at the Big Bear in Fort Deposit.…
Read MoreGov. Ivey awards $43.8 million to help low-income households with heating, cooling costs
MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded grants totaling about $43.8 million to assist low-income households with home energy costs during the winter and summer months. The grants will enable 18 community action agencies to provide emergency assistance to help low-income Alabama residents cover the costs of heating or cooling their homes. “The cost of…
Read MoreEnterprise Rescue announces expansion to Butler County
Enterprise Rescue, Inc. (ERI),the leading EMS provider in South Alabama, has once again expanded as ambulance operations will soon begin in Greenville and throughout Butler County, the company announced Tuesday. Butler County, located in South Central Alabama with a population of near 20,000, borders Covington, Crenshaw, Lowndes, Wilcox, Monroe, and Conecuh counties. The expansion signifies…
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