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Authorities suspect no foul play in health department fire
By Haley Mitchell Godwin An early morning fire destroyed the Butler County Health Department building on Airport Road ...
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Hero of the Week Contest Opens
In communities like those in Butler County, heroes come in all shapes and sizes, embodying various roles that ...
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Honoring Fathers Sweepstakes opens Friday
The Greenville Advocate asks for your help in honoring our fathers. We each have memories of our “superhero” ...
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Celebrating Moms Sweepstakes 2024
Mothers are considered our first, best and forever friends. Help us celebrate mothers by nominating your mom for ...
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TRASHIN’ the County recycling event happening Saturday
The Alabama Cooperative Extension – Butler County Office, in partnership with Greenville resident James Little, has announced details ...
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Faith Community Calendar
* Mark Byron will be the guest speaker at Greenville First Assembly of God Sunday, Sept. 22 at ...
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Families raise flocks for 4-H Chick Chain project
Local families are gearing up for the Butler County Fair as their children prepare to showcase the chickens ...
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Arthur Lloyd “Rock” Killough, Jr.
March 17, 1942-September 12, 2024 “Consider yourself to be God’s cufflink. Walk out of your house every morning ...
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Showmanship Contest The Butler County 4-H Chick Chain program will climax with a Showmanship Contest and an auction ...
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This Week in History: 1963
This week in 1963, The Greenville Advocate reported a range of stories, from the promising Butler County pecan ...
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Pearcey leads library into the digital age
Greenville-Butler County Public Library Director Kevin Pearcey, this week’s Greenville Advocate Hero of the Week, is driving the ...
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Pigeon Creek Ammunition CEO addresses Lions
Rob Acreman, CEO of Pigeon Creek Ammunition, joined the Greenville Lions club Monday to discuss the operation’s launch ...
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Country Place commemorates ten years with community celebration
On Sept. 12, Country Place Assisted Living in Greenville marked its ten-year anniversary with a festive celebration attended ...
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Adair chosen for CLAS board
The Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) has selected Lisa Adair, assistant superintendent for instructional and federal ...
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Britt, Tuberville Secure $3.5 Million for Greenville
U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-AL) and Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) jointly locked in $3.5 million for the City of ...
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Days that changed the world
By Dean Kelly We know of days that have changed the world on a large scale. History describes ...
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Tune Up brings creative arts to Georgiana youths
A new after-school program is giving young people in Georgiana the chance to explore their creative talents as ...
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Pretty deep for a boy of God
By Michael J. Brooks I’ve written good-natured laments in recent months about young preachers. I was one and ...
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Obituary – Barbara Alexander Scott
Barbara Alexander Scott of Fairhope passed away Tuesday, Sept. 10, at the age of 76. Possessing a loving ...
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Faith Community Calendar
* The Butler County Civic League will present Youth Empowerment 2024 on Sept. 14 at 2 p.m. at ...
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Gigi still waiting for a loving family
Gigi, a sweet and friendly three-year-old mixed breed canine, is still at the Greenville Animal Shelter, patiently waiting ...
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Georgiana Water Board addresses sewer improvement funding
The City of Georgiana Water Board held a public hearing on Sept. 4 to address questions and concerns ...
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Breathing Easier: Essential Asthma Prevention Tips
Asthma is a widespread respiratory condition affecting millions globally. While it can be managed, preventing asthma onset or ...
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McKenzie Tigers triumph in historic win against Elba
The McKenzie Tigers secured a thrilling 80-78 victory over the Elba Tigers Friday in a marathon game that ...
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Pioneer Electric awarding grants to local teachers
Local teachers could get up to $500 for classroom projects through Pioneer Electric Cooperative’s Energy For Learning Grant ...