| Wednesday, October 15 |
BENTON AWARDED GUTHRIE'S
FRANCHISEE OF THE YEAR |

Butch Benton with Haleyville Guthrie's manager April Tipton. |
| At a gathering of Guthrie's franchisees in Panama City, FL, Butch Benton, owner of Guthrie's of Haleyville and Russellville, was presented the Franchisee of the Year Award. He was chosen from a list of franchises covering the southeast for his commitment and overall excellence in operating his two stores. There are currently over 50 Guthrie's Restaurants in operation with another six to open in the near future, including a new location by Benton in Alabaster. |
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