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This week in history: 1958

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 4:00 pm Wednesday, May 7, 2025 These were the headlines featured in the Greenville Advocate during this week in 1958, offering a glimpse into local developments and events. Among the topics covered were the new trial stop for the “Hummingbird” train in Greenville and a spirited campaign visit from Judge George Wallace, accompanied by Grand Ole Opry star Minnie Pearl.
Woman dies in Sunday crash near Georgiana - The Greenville Advocate

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Lanell Smith

Published 11:02 am Monday, May 5, 2025 A motorcycle crash near Georgiana claimed a woman’s life Sunday morning. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the two-vehicle crash claimed the life of a Texas woman, Claudia E. Ramirez, 50, around 10:23 a.m. on May 4. Ramirez was fatally injured when the 2024 BMW motorcycle she was driving struck the 2009 Ford Econoline driven by Richard L. Pitchford, Jr., 34, of Foley.
Society meeting emphasizes church history footprint

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 10:00 am Monday, May 5, 2025 Gathering at Sardis Baptist Church draws history, genealogy enthusiastsBy Amy Lewis The Butler County Historical and Genealogical Society (BCHGS) held its quarterly meeting April 27, at the historic Sardis Baptist Church on Halso Mill Road. Before its founding in 1856, local residents gathered under a brush arbor near the church’s present site to worship.
Fiona ready for a forever home

1 week ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

There are four games on the college basketball schedule on Monday that feature SWAC teams.
Watts named Fort Dale Athletic Director, Head Coach

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 4:00 pm Friday, May 2, 2025 Fort Dale Academy has named Marshall Watts as its new head football coach and athletic director. A Fort Dale graduate and 20-year educator and coach, Watts has spent the last 13 years building the athletic program at his alma mater, assuming the position vacated by Eric Folmar. “I feel incredibly honored to step into this role, especially following the leadership of Coach Folmar and Coach Speed,” Watts said.
Rotary Club to host Crawfish Boil May 3

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 8:41 pm Thursday, May 1, 2025 The Greenville Rotary Club is set to host its sixth annual Crawfish Boil on Saturday, May 3, promising a lively evening of food, music and fellowship at the Butler County fairgrounds from 5 to 9 p.m.The event, a staple on the local spring calendar, offers all-you-can-eat crawfish, Conecuh sausage, corn and potatoes, along with drinks, for $35 per person.
Chamber presents Butler County Achiever Award

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 7:50 pm Thursday, May 1, 2025 The 28th annual Butler County Achiever Award will soon recognize one male and one female student-athlete, chosen from among thirty-one outstanding candidates. Sponsored by the Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce, the prestigious award honors high school seniors who excel in academics, athletics, church involvement and community service.
Greenville students complete Effective Leadership Academy

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 10:00 am Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Several Greenville High School students recently completed the Pathways to Success program through the Effective Leadership Academy (ELA), a nine-week initiative focused on cultivating key life and leadership skills. The program was made possible through funding provided by the Alabama Association of Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) Councils.
Board denies Kevin Seal parole

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Lanell Smith

Published 10:00 am Tuesday, April 29, 2025 The Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles recently denied the parole petition of an inmate serving time for burglary in Butler County. On April 16, the board voted to deny parole to Kevin Seal, 39. He is housed at the Ventress Correctional Center, serving a 12-year sentence for third-degree burglary handed down December 2023 in Butler County. The board voted to deny Smith parole with no reset date.
Grant helps fund fitness facility

2 weeks ago | greenvilleadvocate.com | Amy Lewis

Published 6:47 pm Monday, April 28, 2025 A recent grant from the Mid-South Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Council has helped fund a series of long-awaited improvements to the fitness facility at Greenville High School, providing a boost to both athletic training and overall wellness in the community. “When you step into this area now, you feel motivated, you feel happy to be here,” said Greenville head football coach Garrick Pimienta.