Alabama NewsCenter — Greenville, Alabama, gears up for a bicentennial celebration

By Alabama NewsCenter Staff

Greenville is 200 years old and this Saturday, Oct. 15, the city is inviting everyone to join in the bicentennial celebration.

“Greenville has a rich, rich, history, and there’s just so much to celebrate about our city and the people who’ve helped shape the place that we love to call our home,” said Kevin Pearcey, director of the Greenville-Butler County Public Library. Pearcey is working alongside Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tracy Salter and city officials to organize special events and programs to recognize the bicentennial.

“This is a landmark moment for our great city – a city I’m proud to call my home,” said Greenville Mayor Dexter McLendon. “We are excited to celebrate Greenville, Alabama, this weekend and look forward to the future programs and events planned for later this year.”

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