The Greene County Democrat

08/24/2026

The Board of Education meeting has been moved to Thursday, August 27th.

08/24/2026

Greene County Sheriff’s Office contributes to festival

The Greene County Sheriff Department presented a contribution to the coordinators of the Society of Folk Arts & Culture to support the 51st annual Black Belt Folk Roots Festival....

The Greene County Sheriff Department presented a contribution to the coordinators of the Society of Folk Arts & Culture to support the 51st annual Black Belt Folk Roots Festival. Benison stated…

08/21/2026

The Federation is sustaining the future of rural and southern farmers

By John Zippert and Maya Quinn On August 13th-15th, the Federation of Southern Cooperative/Land Assistance Fund (FSC/LAF), or the Federation for short, met for its 59th Annual Meeting....

By John Zippert and Maya Quinn On August 13th-15th, the Federation of Southern Cooperative/Land Assistance Fund (FSC/LAF), or the Federation for short, met for its 59th Annual Meeting. The theme ca…

08/21/2026

Greene County Health System aims to become an economic engine for the county

Greene County Health System (GCHS) is transforming healthcare delivery and boosting local economic independence by expanding educational partnerships and improving service quality. CEO Rodgerick Williams emphasizes the importance of local spending and aims to produce healthcare professionals from within the community, ensuring access to quality care for Greene County residents....

https://greenecodemocrat.com/2026/08/20/greene-county-health-system-aims-to-become-an-economic-engine-for-the-county/

08/21/2026

Rural Coalition stands with Massachusetts Food Advocate Liz Wills-O’Gilvie, calls for action as SNAP cuts threaten families, farmers and communities

Rural Coalition supports Liz Wills-O’Gilvie's urgent call for action to address the growing hunger crisis in Massachusetts and nationwide. O’Gilvie, who has not eaten to highlight the issue, urges governors to restore lost SNAP benefits due to recent program cuts. The coalition emphasizes the importance of immediate support for families, farmers, and local economies....

Join Rural Coalition and Liz Wills-O’Gilvie in the urgent call for action to restore SNAP benefits and support families facing hunger.

08/21/2026

UWA awards honorary doctorates to McCampbell, Singleton during summer commencement exercises

The University of West Alabama awarded honorary doctorates to Rep. Artis J. "A.J." McCampbell and Sen. Bobby D. Singleton during summer commencement on August 14. This recognition celebrates their devotion to public service and educational opportunities in Alabama's Black Belt, highlighting their advocacy for the university and its role in the community....

UWA honors Rep. A.J. McCampbell and Sen. Bobby Singleton with honorary doctorates for their dedication to education and public service.

08/21/2026

Greene County Historical Society restores old Miles College building

The Mesopotamia Female Seminary, established in 1846 in Alabama, promoted women's education long before the women's rights movement gained momentum. Recently deeded to the Greene County Historical Society, it is set for restoration. Proposed uses include a civic center, museum, veteran's center, and archive, highlighting equality and local history....

https://greenecodemocrat.com/2026/08/20/greene-county-historical-society-restores-old-miles-college-building/

08/19/2026

The Black Belt Folk Roots Festival is this Saturday and Sunday! Tell us what vendor or performer you're most excited for in the comments.

08/17/2026

Next Monday marks the first Greene County Board of Education meeting for the 2026-2027 school year!

08/14/2026

Photo Gallery: Community leaders welcome scholars on the first day of school

Greene County High School's year begins positively with community leaders encouraging students, fostering growth and success ahead....

https://greenecodemocrat.com/2026/08/13/photo-gallery-community-leaders-welcome-scholars-on-the-first-day-of-school/