Year: 2016

Atmore News

Christmas in Atmore and Poarch
The Poarch Creek Indian Christmas Parade rolled Friday night, December 9, and the Atmore Christmas Parade rolled Saturday night. The theme was “Movies of Christmas.” Despite the cold weather that hit town just prior to the parades, there were plenty of folks who braved the chilly air along the routes. Winners of the Poarch parade are as follows: First place – Health Department Runner-up – Housing Brightest Lights – Public…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
LA Bikers Toyz for Kidz
More than 50 families in this area will have a Merrier Christmas, thanks to LA Bikers. For months, organizers Pee Wee and Annie Powell and Jody Jeter have been identifying children and families who could use a little help from Santa this year. They’ve been buying and collecting toys and bikes especially for each child on the list. The 16th annual ride, with dozens of bikers, was held Saturday, December…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
3 succumb to injuries
Three young men with strong ties to Atmore and the immediate area have succumbed to injuries they suffered recently in separate accidents. Devin Matthew “Lil Man” Morrow, 21, and 19-year-old Zachary Mark “Zach” Locklar each passed away within the past week after clinging to life for extended periods in Mobile hospitals. Nathan Allen Hawthorne, 17, died Dec. 4 from injuries he suffered that day when hit by a car in…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Christmas events set
Several events have taken place, but there are plenty more to make your holiday merry and bright. * Gospel Light Church will host The Stetler Trio in a Christmas concert, Once Upon a Holy Night, Wednesday, December 14, 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 501 N. Trammell Street, Atmore. * You’re invited to a Journey to Bethlehem from 4 until 8 p.m., Saturday, December 17, at First Baptist Church…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Miss ECHS – Revival
The Escambia County High School stage was the setting for the revival of the Miss ECHS Pageant Sunday afternoon, December 11. The pageant has been dormant for a number of years, but ECHS teacher and SGA sponsor Tiffany Oliver wanted to bring the program back. Ten young ladies vied for the title – Yasmine Jones, Kherstin Johnson, Victoria Tucker, Ariel Whatley, Wil’Neshia Robinson, Diamond Kidd, Katelynn Barron, La’Mya Sharp, T’Keyah…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago