Month: October 2018

Atmore News

Van Pelt named FNB&T North Region Market President
Special to Atmore News The Board of Directors of First Suncoast Trust Bancshares, Inc. and subsidiary bank, First National Bank & Trust, have named Stephen Van Pelt the North Region Market President. “It is with great pleasure that FNB&T recognizes Stephen for his contributions to our bank,” President & CEO Glen F. Davis said. “His promotion is well deserved. Stephen’s knowledge of the Escambia and Monroe County market and leadership…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Fighting for those who fight for us
When we go to bed at night, whether we think about it or not, we are safe knowing that our servicemen and women stand at the ready throughout the world; ready to defend our nation, our values, and us here at home. But, without the appropriate funding, our military does not have the necessary equipment and resources to get the job done. I am proud to report, thanks to the…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago
FHS Hurricanes storm to first-ever win over ECHS
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Since Escambia County High’s football team faced an opponent called Hurricanes last Friday, September 28, it seemed fitting that a storm of controversy surrounded the 28-14 ECHS loss. “It was an adventurous game; that’s all I can say about that,” Coach Rico Jackson said when asked about the questionable penalties that cost his team 2 touchdowns and the creative ball placement that cost his…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Obituaries for the week of October 7,2018
Viola Elizabeth Lambert Conn Ms. Viola Elizabeth Lambert Conn, age 74, of Atmore, Ala., passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 in Mobile, Ala. She was a manager for Diamond Oil. She was born to the late Angus and Emma Presley Lambert. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Jeff Whisenant; brother, Douglas Lambert and sisters: Gaynell Vaughn and Helen Burkett. Ms. Conn is survived by two sons, Brandon…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
ASMS recruiting academically talented students
Informational meeting to be held in Atmore Special to Atmore News MOBILE, ALABAMA – The Alabama School of Mathematics and Science is currently seeking applications for the 2019-20 school year. ASMS is the state’s only fully public and residential high school for sophomores, juniors, and seniors seeking advanced studies in math, science, and the humanities. Area residents have the opportunity to find out more about the school at an informational…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago