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New Omicron variant drives surge in COVID-19 cases
Special to Atmore News Cases of COVID-19 are once again on the rise across the United States, with a new Omicron subvariant labeled BA.5 responsible for nearly 65 percent of those cases according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Officials feel the percentage may actually be higher, as this number does not account for the widespread use of home tests, which are not reported.Preliminary data suggests that…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
Misplaced priorities
Congressman Jerry Carl Last week, Democrats refused to consider any legislation to lower gas prices, rein in inflation, or address any of the serious domestic problems facing this country. Instead, they worked around the clock to pass a bill to legalize abortion for all nine months of pregnancy.This bill, the so-called “Women’s Health Protection Act,” is radical enough to put us in line with countries like China and North Korea.…
by Submitted Article access_time2 years ago
Inaugural women’s conference set
A Women’s Conference will be held next week at Emmanuel’s Faith Center. This inaugural conference will be directed by Evangelist Elouise Spruell. The theme is “Digging Deep to Be Fit for a Future with God.” Scripture for the conference is Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT) – For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
Atmore Lions host cabinet meeting
By NANCY KARRICKSpecial to Atmore News Due to flooding in the facility in Evergreen, Atmore Lions received a last minute call requesting that they fill in as hosts for the 34C Cabinet Meeting.Saturday, July 17, Atmore Lions welcomed over 30 Lions to Bethel United Methodist Church for their first cabinet meeting of the new Lions Club year. The meeting was also available on Zoom for members who could not make…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago