Amy Lewis

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Staff Reporter at The Greenville Advocate

Staff Reporter at Luverne Journal

Staff Reporter at Lowndes Signal

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Notifications and nonsense

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 8:17 pm Thursday, May 29, 2025 Dear Amy,I’m trapped in a group text that won’t die. It started as a quick “Who’s bringing what?” for a neighborhood cookout three weeks ago, but now it’s daily GIFs, weather reports and someone’s political hot takes. I don’t want to be rude, but it’s driving me nuts. How do I escape without causing a rift? Sincerely,Message FatiguedDear Message Fatigued,You have two options: a graceful exit or total annihilation.
Notifications and nonsense - Luverne Journal

1 week ago | luvernejournal.com | Amy Lewis

Published 10:15 am Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Dear Amy,I’m trapped in a group text that won’t die. It started as a quick “Who’s bringing what?” for a neighborhood cookout three weeks ago, but now it’s daily GIFs, weather reports and someone’s political hot takes. I don’t want to be rude, but it’s driving me nuts. How do I escape without causing a rift? Sincerely,Message FatiguedDear Message Fatigued,You have two options: a graceful exit or total annihilation. I, of course, recommend the latter.
Law enforcement honored at annual memorial ceremony

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 10:00 am Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Butler County law enforcement honored the service and sacrifice of its officers during its 26th annual memorial service, held at the Lurleen B. Wallace Community College Wendell Mitchell Center. Former Greenville Police Chief Lonzo Ingram served as keynote speaker, introduced by Chief Alan Benefield, executive secretary of the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission.
Gentle stray seeks ‘furever’ home

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 7:00 pm Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Ava, a 2- to 3-year-old cat, is a gentle and affectionate stray hoping to find her forever family. This sweet girl is up to date on her shots and will be spayed as part of her $85 adoption fee. To meet Ava and see if she is the right fit for your home, stop by the Greenville Animal Shelter.
Cornwallis 1828 hosts inaugural veterans fish fry

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 6:47 pm Tuesday, May 27, 2025 A historic homestead in Lowndes County cast a line toward community and camaraderie on May 17, partnering with American Legion Post 24 out of Greenville to host its first-ever Veterans Fish Fry. Cornwallis 1828, a working homestead dating back nearly two centuries, welcomed veterans from Butler and LowndesCounties for a morning of fishing, fellowship and a ceremonial tribute.
Grab your boots for country fun, crawfish

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 6:00 pm Monday, May 26, 2025 Greenville 24 Hr Fitness is throwing its annual Crawfish Party May 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Butler County Fairgrounds. And this year, it’s open to the entire county. “We do a crawfish boil every year just to show appreciation to our customers, but this year we have a big announcement so we’re inviting everybody,” said owner Craig Waller.
Council approves single voting site, apartment rezoning

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 12:00 pm Monday, May 26, 2025 Voters in Greenville will now cast ballots at a single centralized location following a unanimous decision by the Greenville City Council on May 12. Ordinance 2025-07 amends the city code to consolidate all voting districts to the Lurleen B. Wallace Wendell Mitchell Conference Center. “This should help eliminate confusion between county and city voting locations,” said Councilmember Bryan Reynolds during the discussion.
This week in history: 1946

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 9:06 pm Sunday, May 25, 2025 The following stories appeared in the Greenville Advocate during this week in 1946. Among the top local developments were the founding of a new civic organization, a political rally featuring a popular gubernatorial candidate and an innovative new use for rural power lines. Greenville organizes Kiwanis ClubA Kiwanis Club was officially organized in Greenville, with L. C. Guthrie serving as chairman and D. W. Campbell as secretary-treasurer.
So many kittens, so little time

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 10:00 am Friday, May 23, 2025 The Butler County Humane Society is overflowing with kittens of every shape, size and color — each boasting a personality to fit any family, from pint-sized purr-machines to fearless fur-balls ready for adventure. Adoption is just $85 and includes spay/neuter surgery, rabies vaccination and the first round of deworming. To find the perfect kitten to join your home, call or text Cory Rice at 334-368-8246. More News
Four Star Freightliner celebrates ribbon cutting in Georgiana

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 6:00 pm Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Four Star Freightliner officially opened its doors in Georgiana on May 12 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by members of the local business community, city leaders and supporters from across Butler County. Guests enjoyed food provided by Uncle E’s Catering as they toured the new full-service dealership located at 200 Industrial Park Drive, just off U.S. Interstate Highway 65.