Year: 2018

Atmore News

Blue Devils 4-2 after rallying past Clarke Co.
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Escambia County High School rallied past a determined Clarke County defense in the second half last Friday, October 5, to post a 34-12 win that puts ECHS on the verge of its most successful season in 7 years. The win not only gives the Blue Devils a 4-2 overall mark and a 3-1 record in Class 4A, Region 1 competition, but almost guarantees the…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Council approves budget
Smith expected hospital land vote; not held By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Atmore City Council members unanimously approved during their Tuesday, October 9, meeting a Fiscal Year 2018-19 budget that represents an increase of about 1.33 percent over last year’s funding package. The meeting was held on Tuesday due to city offices being closed on Monday for Columbus Day. “It’s basically like it was last year,” said Mayor Jim…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
SPEC linemen to hurricane relief
Southern Pine Electric Co-op has sent several linemen and employees to Wiregrass Electric Cooperative in Hartford, Ala. to help assist in restoring power after Hurricane Michael’s landfall. Men who will be assisting Wiregrass are, from left, front, Phillip Norsworthy, Christian Bodiford and Josh Lowery; back, Chad Morris, Nathan McCrory, Jake Salter, Tracy Emmons, Jimmy Wilson and Raymond Wiggins.
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
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