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A Tribute: A Pretty Portfolio
BY CARTER E. ANTHONY, CFA From 1987-2000, I managed trust investments for National Bank of Commerce (NBC) in Birmingham. Since it was a relatively new trust department, I was charged with managing the trust assets and bringing in new business. During my time there, the department’s assets grew from $100 million to almost $1…
Read MoreFarmers Market is back open
Even under the threat of rain and storms, which fortunately did not happen, the Butler County Farmers Market re-opened on Saturday, May 18, after a six month hiatus. Vendors had their tables set and booths ready for the much anticipated crowd of market attendees who started arriving before 7 a.m. Among produce offered were fresh…
Read More25th Law Enforcement Memorial Service held on May 15
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard The Greenville Police Department (GPD) recently honored the ultimate sacrifices of local law enforcement and the service of current officers at its 25th annual memorial service. Also joining were members of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). Over 100 guests attended the service held Wednesday, May 15, at…
Read MoreON A FINAL NOTE
BY KATHY PICKENS The Greenville Standard Greenville Middle School (GMS) band director Chris Pryor ended his 25-year career as a music educator at the GMS/Greenville High School (GHS) Band Spring Concert on May 10. Pryor spent his first seven years in education at Liberty Middle School in Madison, Ala., where he grew the band…
Read MoreVal/Sal for county schools
Graduations occurred for the three schools in the Butler County School System this past week. McKenzie School went first on Thursday evening, May 16, from Williams-Vickery Field. Georgiana School followed Friday evening, May 17, from the R.L. Austin Gymnasium. Greenville High School performed graduation Saturday morning, May 18, from the new Greenville Tiger Stadium. Fort…
Read MoreA HEART OF GOLD: Kimberly Matthews remembered
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Kimberly Matthews will forever be remembered by her friends, family, and furry friends for having a heart of gold. Born, Nov. 27, 1962, in Homewood, she made an indelible mark on every person she met with her compassion, kindness, and love for both animals and humanity. She attended…
Read MoreA brief escape for Delaney
Stephen Delaney, age 29, escaped the Butler County Correctional Facility (BCCF) Saturday morning, May 11, around 9:30 a.m. Delaney, a trustee, made his escape attempt by using the sally port of the BCCF according to Butler County Sheriff Danny Bond. He was caught by 10:30 a.m. after leading deputies and Greenville police on a short…
Read MoreA Dancing Affair: Miss Susan’s School of Dance 52nd recital
Miss Susan’s School of Dance presented a spring recital on May 11, 2024. The tap and jazz portion was entitled “Songs About the South” and featured familiar tunes such as “Deep in the Heart of Texas,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” and “Alabama Jubilee.” The ballet selection was “Alice in Wonderland” with music by Tchaikovsky.
Read MoreGene Hudson remembered
BY CAROLYN GRIFFIN The Greenville Standard There is so much that can be said about the Life and Legacy of Mr. Eugene R. Hudson. Where do I begin? As I pondered that question, I realized that I would have to start with my beginning with him as a little girl at First Missionary Baptist…
Read MoreAchiever Scholarship winners announced
Thursday evening, May 2, Fort Dale Academy senior Alli Butts and McKenzie School senior Jayden McMillian were named 2024 Achiever Award recipients during the 27th annual event held this year at the Wendell Mitchell Conference Center on the LBWCC Greenville campus. They will each receive a $3,500 scholarship towards their college expenses. The Achiever Award…
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