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Butler County awarded $17,540 in federal funds through EFSP, CARES
Butler County has been chosen to receive $7,231 EFSP and $10,309 EFSP CARES funding to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The ...
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ALEA: Shooting in Crenshaw County leaves one dead, law enforcement, medical personnel injured
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) confirmed Thursday that, at the request of Crenshaw County Sheriff Terry Mears, ...
City of Greenville to begin reopening process
Employees of the City of Greenville will begin working next week to reopen city offices to the public ...
Courthouse, county offices remain closed until at least June 9
The Butler County Commission voted Friday morning to keep county offices and the Butler County Courthouse closed to ...
Taking the next steps: Gov. Ivey updates Safer-at-Home order
Sports and entertainment venues will be part of the next phase of Alabama’s reopening in the wake of ...
Georgiana
County hires new EMA director: Vigor begins June 1
A veteran law enforcement officer with a background in firefighting, EMS and amateur radio is set to take the helm of the Butler County Emergency ...
by Mark Rogers.
Records
May 11-17
The following incidents were recorded by the Butler County Sheriff’s Office between May 11-17: May 11 McKenzie, criminal mischief third degree. May 12 Greenville, harassment ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 2:49 pm
Arrests
May 11-17
The following individuals were booked into the Butler County Correctional Facility between May 11-17: May 11 Natasia Analise Smith, 20, Greenville, domestic violence 3rd. May ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 2:48 pm
Greenville
National Guard deep-cleans nursing facility
An official with Crowne Health Care of Greenville confirmed Tuesday morning that the Alabama National Guard was onsite earlier this week to disinfect the 118-bed, ...
by Adam Prestridge, Wednesday, May 20, 2020 10:37 am
Greenville
Riding the Wave: Garrard offers friendly gesture during pandemic
It is said that small gestures make a big impression. That is the plan for one Greenville native. During a time of uncertainty, Thomas Jonathan ...
by Adam Prestridge, Sunday, May 17, 2020 12:05 pm
Greenville
National Guard to sanitize, deep-clean Crowne Monday
An official with Crowne Health Care of Greenville confirmed late Friday afternoon that the Alabama National Guard will be onsite early next week to disinfect ...
by Adam Prestridge, Friday, May 15, 2020 5:33 pm
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Butler County Courthouse will not reopen Monday
After voting Tuesday to reopen the Butler County Courthouse and other county offices on Monday, May 18, the Butler County Commission met Friday morning in ...
by Mark Rogers, Friday, May 15, 2020 12:24 pm
Greenville
City facilities to remain closed indefinitely
As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Butler County, Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon said city offices and facilities are not yet opening to the public. ...
by Mark Rogers, Thursday, May 14, 2020 11:30 am
Greenville
Mayor, wife recovering from COVID-19; numbers rise
From the comforts of his home, Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon said Tuesday morning that he and his wife, Janice, are still recovering after confirming last ...
by Adam Prestridge, Thursday, May 14, 2020 9:05 am
Luverne
County attorney, commission chair detail status of Crenshaw Community Hospital
Following months of struggle both legally and financially as well as the recent coming-aboard of management company Alliant, the Crenshaw County Commission recently hinted at ...
by Matt Hutcheson, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 4:56 pm
Luverne
Commission explains hospital situation, moves forward with tax proposal
The Crenshaw County Commission has, as of its Monday, March 25 meeting, voted unanimously to move forward with a proposal for a 5-year 3-mill county ...
by Matt Hutcheson, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 4:54 pm
Greenville
Library to offer curbside checkout beginning May 18
The Greenville-Butler County Public Library will start a phased re-opening of the facility on Monday, May 18 by offering curbside checkout service to patrons, 9 ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 3:43 pm
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Jail escapee captured in Montgomery
An inmate who escaped the custody of the Butler County Correctional Facility last week is back behind bars. Jerome Sharp, 32, was taken into custody ...
by Mark Rogers, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 1:15 pm
Records
May 4-10
The following incidents were recorded by the Butler County Sheriff’s Office between May 4-10: May 4 Greenville, burglary firsts, domestic violence third degree, DFIOD/V shooting ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 12:30 pm
Greenville
Drive-up COVID-19 testing in Butler County on May 15
A drive-up COVID-19 testing clinic will be offered at the Butler County Health Department on Friday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. while ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 11:15 am
Arrests
May 4-10
The following individuals were booked into the Butler County Correctional Facility between May 4-10: May 4 Jacquelyn Lane Bunton, 32, Greenville, probation violation. James Dylan ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 13, 2020 9:20 am
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Alabama begins to open for business
Restrictions on businesses and government offices announced by Gov. Kay Ivey Friday morning will begin the process of opening Alabama for business. Ivey held a ...
by Mark Rogers, Friday, May 8, 2020 1:48 pm
Greenville
Fines could be levied if you violate COVID-19 quarantine
If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 and you are out in public in Greenville, you’ll likely get a ticket that carries a $500 ...
by Mark Rogers, Friday, May 8, 2020 12:43 pm
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Application process for $500K in nonprofit relief grants opens
Alabama Humanities Foundation opened the application process today on $500,000 in CARES Act relief grant funding in support of Alabama nonprofits that have demonstrated a ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, May 6, 2020 12:15 pm
Greenville
Mayor McLendon, wife test positive for COVID-19
From the comforts of his home, Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon confirmed Wednesday morning that he and his wife, Janice, have both tested positive for COVID-19. ...
by Adam Prestridge, Wednesday, May 6, 2020 11:43 am
Georgiana
Butler County inmate escapes; public’s assistance sought
Authorities in Butler County are searching for a man who escaped from the Butler County Correctional Facility early Monday morning. Sheriff Danny Bond said Jerome ...
by Mark Rogers, Monday, May 4, 2020 12:57 pm
Greenville
Cattlemen to feed first responders at fairgrounds
Hundreds of those serving on the front lines during the pandemic will enjoy a free lunch courtesy of the Butler County Cattlemen’s Association this Thursday, ...
by Angie Long, Thursday, April 30, 2020 12:00 pm
Greenville
NFL star Za’Darius Smith treats hometown to Pizza Hut pies
The lines on Fort Dale Road last Friday near Pizza Hut made Sharon Smith smile under her protective mask. Smith, the mother of NFL player ...
by Mark Rogers, Thursday, April 30, 2020 10:30 am
Georgiana
COVID-19 pandemic crates Butler County Humane Society
Spring is a time full of festivals and events, and like many organizations, the Butler County Humane Society has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
by Mark Rogers, Thursday, April 30, 2020 10:30 am
Georgiana
Hank Williams Festival canceled due to pandemic
The annual Hank Williams Festival in Georgiana has been canceled for this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizers announced last week that the 41st ...
by Mark Rogers, Thursday, April 30, 2020 2:00 am
Greenville
Thank you meals offered at Greenville McDonald’s
Area first responders on the front lines helping patients fight the coronavirus and also preventing the spread of the deadly disease by helping enforce state ...