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BOE election ends in tie
News Staff Report Boards of education are required by state law to hold an election at the boards’ annual meeting each November to elect a president and vice-president. The election was on the agenda at the November 18 Escambia County Board of Education meeting, but the election ended in a tie, resulting in a special meeting later this month. Danny Benjamin nominated Mike Edwards for the president’s position. Sherry Digmon…
by Atmore News
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Sniper’s parole denied
Man killed 1 in’81 shooting spree near Holman Free By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Friday, November 20, 1981, started as a typical late-autumn day in Lower Alabama. The morning temperature was lingering just above the 40-degree mark and was expected to climb only about 10-15 degrees as residents of Atmore and the surrounding area prepared for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.By the time the morning dew had begun to burn off,…
by Don Fletcher
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GECA plans open house, concert
The Greater Escambia Council for the Arts is holding an open house and free concert Saturday, December 4.In the afternoon, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., bring the kids for pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus and characters in costume, face painting and crafts.That evening, from 7 to 8 p.m., return to the theater for a free concert and a Christmas carol singalong.Concessions will be available for purchase at both…
by Atmore News
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ACF opens grant cycle for non-profits
Special to Atmore News The Advisory Committee of the Atmore Community Foundation announced the opening of its competitive grant cycle for local nonprofits that are addressing the needs of the Atmore community and striving to improve the quality of life of residents. The invitation to submit applications will be made available on December 1, 2021, and the deadline to apply is January 19, 2022.The Atmore Community Foundation was founded in…
by Atmore News
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Legion Post 90, Cheaha State Park partner to inter flags, ceremony set
Special to Atmore News Cheaha State Park in Delta, Alabama, will soon become the final resting place for the ashes of retired American flags no longer fit for service. A flag interment ceremony at the newly constructed Old Glory Lookout within the park will be held on December 7, 2021. The event will take place near the park’s Bald Rock Boardwalk at 11 a.m. The public and media are invited…
by Atmore News
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