Love Walk postponed
The Love Walk originally scheduled for Sunday, July 16, has been postponed until further notice
Senate forum planned
The Escambia County Republican Party will host a U.S. Senate Candidate Forum Monday, July 17, 6 p.m., at The Hourglass, 220 St. Joseph Ave., Brewton. All are invited. For more information, call Jackie Gay, 251-809-4322.
Registration for swimming/diving lessons is Monday, July 10
Registration for the 3rd and final session of swimming/diving lessons at Tom Byrne Park Pool will be held Monday, July 10, from 5 to 6 p.m., at the pool. Classes will begin on Monday, July 17. Registration will continue until all classes are filled. For additional information, call Shelia Rogers at 368-8280 or 294-2120.
Thrower killed in accident
EVERGREEN POST – A single-vehicle crash at 2 p.m. today, July 4, has claimed the life of an Atmore man. Robert Glenn Thrower, 55, was killed when the 1996 Chevrolet Blazer he was driving ran off the road, struck an embankment and over turned. Thrower, who was not using a seatbelt, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. The crash occurred on U.S. 29 at the 22.80 mile marker…
Tough decisions, idle talk
The discussions have been numerous. There have been meetings, surveys and a workshop. Even though there has been so much talk, still it was a tough decision for the Escambia County Board of Education to make. At last Thursday’s meeting, the board voted to consolidate A.C. Moore Elementary with Rachel Patterson Elementary and Escambia County High School. My purpose here is not to debate the right or wrong of that…