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12/24/2024

Kris Harrell From cats in trees to medical emergencies, this week’s Greenville Advocate Hero of the Week, has responded to thousands of calls for help during his over 20 years’ service at the Greenville Fire Department. Assistant Chief and Emergency Management Services (EMS) Director Dale Lawren...

12/23/2024

Mrs. Joy Snell Casey, age 82, of Greenville died at her residence on Dec. 21. Funeral Services will be on Friday, Dec. 27, beginning at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Magnolia Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 1 p.m. until serv...

12/23/2024

In an early-Monday media release, the Butler County Historical & Genealogical Society announced the Saturday death of society President Barbara Perdue Middleton. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our President, Barbara Perdue Middleton,” the BCHGS Executive Board announc...

12/23/2024

Butler County Sheriff Danny Bond delivered a formal announcement of his upcoming retirement Monday morning. In a 9 a.m. social media post, the Sheriff attributed his upcoming retirement to ongoing health concerns. “I am announcing my formal decision to retire from my position as Butler County Sher...

12/23/2024

Gift cards are a popular choice for holiday gift-giving, offering convenience and flexibility. However, they have also become a prime target for scammers, leading to what is known as the “gift card draining” scam. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Central and South Alabama is urging holid...

12/23/2024

By Kris Harrell Lady is a 4-year-old 80-pound mastiff-lab mix up for adoption at the Butler County Humane Society. She is described as a “big ole girl” with a big heart, who does well with others except cats. She loves cuddles and treats. Lady’s $100 adoption fee covers the cost of spaying and...

12/22/2024

By Kris Harrell The Greenville Parks and Recreation Department has joined Detroit Lions defensive end Za’Darius Smith for a Christmas toy drive event, where families could come and collect free toys for their children. Smith contacted Jerome Harris, director of the Greenville Parks and Recreation,...

12/22/2024

Presented by Georgiana Opry House Music Movement The Greenville-Butler County Public Library hosts Music & Movement Thursdays at 10 a.m. The program provides fun for ages 1-5 but all are welcome. Email newsletter signup Sign up for our daily email newsletter Open House Country Place Senior Living in...

12/22/2024

By Dean Kelly Sometimes things happen. Sometimes they cause us some anguish or consternation. They can be totally out of the blue and can make us reel a bit as we consider them. It is at moments like this that we must ask ourselves, “Do I practice what I preach?” Listen to these verses, and […...

12/22/2024

By Dunford Cole There is still time for a prayerful and peaceful Advent. As you know, the season is about giving and loving others. What is the best Christmas gift you have ever received? What is the best gift you ever gave to someone? Receiving a gift is a lot of fun, but there is […]

12/22/2024

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12/21/2024

By Michael J. Brooks We grew up as high school friends and he became a music leader for church congregations. He told me the most embarrassing day was when he mounted the steps to the platform to begin worship, tripped and fell headlong onto the floor. Fortunately, he wasn’t hurt, but there are be...

12/21/2024

By R.A. Mathews He was a fun-loving angel — and a bit of a trickster! Don’t take my word for it. I’ll show you. This is one of my favorite discoveries in Scripture. Certain events in history look like angels having fun. There’s the angel who ran a lottery, the one who toyed with Samson’s [...

12/21/2024

* Antioch East Baptist Church at 2303 Old Stage Road in Greenville presents “It Began in Bethlehem,” a drive-thru experience Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21 6-8 p.m. * LifeChange Church will host a Christmas Communion and Prayer Service on Monday, Dec. 23 at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited for ...

12/21/2024

Weather delay was no damper to festivities Greenville’s Christmas Parade, Miracle on Main, was a bright and shining display of merriment Wednesday. Rescheduled from Tuesday due to the threat of inclement weather, festivities kicked off with a tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. before the parade bega...

The Great Elf Hunt concluded this afternoon with the first place prize of $250 being awarded to Sharon Smith of Greenvil...
12/20/2024

The Great Elf Hunt concluded this afternoon with the first place prize of $250 being awarded to Sharon Smith of Greenville. Sharon is the mother of former Greenville Tiger and Lions defensive end Za'Darius Smith and assists in the efforts of The Za'Darius Smith GOoD Life Foundation. Thanks to our sponsor, Guardian Credit Union, our local businesses and all our participants!

12/20/2024

Mr. James “Jim” Melton Wheeler, age 86, of Minter died at his residence surrounded by love, on Thursday, Dec. 19. Graveside services were held on Friday, Dec. 20, at New Bethel-Braggs Cemetery beginning at 11 a.m. with Reverend Bruce Coker officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. Jim is p...

12/20/2024

Clive “Buster” Alexander Reid, a resident of Fort Deposit, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the age of 92. Buster was preceded in death by his father, George Julian Reid Sr; mother, Callie Holmes Reid; wife, Peggy Darlene Simmons Reid; son, David Ronald Watts; brothers, Ro...

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