Area Sports
McKenzie student wins ALBBAA photo contest
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (May 18, 2026) – Before sunrise on the second day of Alabama’s 2026 wild turkey season, Weston Lowery was already deep in the Butler County woods — locked in on one gobbler and determined not to leave without him. Hours later, that patience turned into a hunt to remember and a photo that…
Read MoreGPRD announces Dixie Ponytails all-stars
The Greenville Parks & Recreation Department wrapped up the 12U Ponytails softball league on Monday evening, May 18. At the conclusion, the all-star team was announced. The following players were selected to represent the City of Greenville in the 12U District All Star Tournament beginning Thursday, June 11, in Luverne. Pictured left to right: Charlee…
Read MoreGPRD announces Dixie Darlings all-stars
The Greenville Parks & Recreation Department wrapped up the 8U Darlings softball league on Monday evening, May 18. At the conclusion, the all-star team was announced. The following players were selected to represent the City of Greenville in the 8U District All Star Tournament beginning Thursday, June 11, in Luverne. Pictured left to right: Margaret…
Read MoreGPRD announces Dixie Angels all-stars
The Greenville Parks & Recreation Department wrapped up the 10U Angels softball league on Monday evening, May 18. At the conclusion, the all-star team was announced. The following players were selected to represent the City of Greenville in the 10U District All Star Tournament beginning Thursday, June 11, in Luverne. Pictured left to right: Lennox…
Read More26th Annual South Alabama Open Karate Tournament
BY RAY VAN COR The Greenville Standard The Annual South Alabama Open Karate Tournament is in its twenty sixth year and is held at Straughn High School Gymnasium in Andalusia. Scheduled for June 13th, this annual martial Arts competition is touted as one of the most premier Karate tournaments in the nation. The South…
Read MoreGPRD Dixie Ponytail action
The Dixie Ponytail (ages 11-12) league was in full action Thursday, May 14, at the Greenville Sports Plex. Pictured is Viper pitcher Anleigh Davis hurling against the Warriors. The Vipers won 7-1. (Bruce Branum | The Standard)
Read MoreGPRD announces Dixie Youth All-stars
On Friday, May 15, the Greenville Parks and Recreation Department announced all-stars for Dixie Youth Ozone baseball league and also Rising Stars (ages 11-12). Pictured are the Ozone all-stars. From left front row: Braxton Willis, Rylan Watson, Jordan Thornton, Ryan Scott, Crawford Piper, Kody Olliver, Colton Little, Conley Henderson, Austin Heartsill, Hunter Collins, Weston Booker,…
Read MoreMckenzie hosts Goshen for spring game
The McKenzie Tigers hosted the Goshen Eagles for the annual spring game and won 28-14. The offense and defense squared off in a competitive scrimmage that gave fans an early look at the team’s returning talent and incoming newcomers. Players showcased big plays on both sides of the ball as coaches evaluated depth, execution and…
Read MoreFDA announces coaching changes
Fort Dale Academy (FDA) recently announced changes for the head coaches of volleyball and middle school basketball. Rachel Whiddon, a 2021 graduate of FDA, was recently announced as the next head coach of the Eagle volley ball program. Excelling in both basketball and softball at FDA, Whiddon continued her softball career at Shelton State Community…
Read MoreFirst Steps Trike Parade
Families, staff, alumni, and community supporters gathered at First Steps Early Child Development Center on April 30 to celebrate a major milestone, the center’s 20th Anniversary. The celebration featured First Steps’ beloved Annual Trike Parade, where children proudly rode decorated tricycles, wagons, and strollers around the campus while teachers, parents, and community members cheered them…
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