Atmore News

ECMS Black history essay winners named
Students at Escambia County Middle School participated in a Black History essay contest sponsored by The Concerned Citizens of Atmore. Sandra Gray recognized the winners of the essay contest at ECMS’ Black History program Monday. February 25. Shown are, from left, ECMS counselor Cordia Lee; winners NaAsia Reynolds, Albernya Tucker, and Shontia Martin; Sandra Gray. Each student was presented a certificate and a cash prize.
ACS students excel in science fair
What if …?” “What about …?” “And you could prove that by …” Chances are these thoughts went through the minds of middle school and high school students who participated in a recent science fair at Atmore Christian School. Exhibits were set up in the gym Thursday, February 28, with students, faculty and visitors (and the judges) weaving in and out of the exhibits, asking questions, and often marveling at…
Pinewood Derby held
The race was on Tuesday, February 26, as Scouts gathered at First United Methodist Church for their annual Pinewood Derby. Participants are shown, from left, first place – Stephen Kidd (Webelos); second place – Samuel McIntyre (Tiger); third place – Natahaniel Gaston (Wolf); Buster Thompson (Wolf); Jamison Agerton (Bear); Jackson Sellers (Bear); Levi Crawford (Bear); Jeremiah Boykin (Tiger).    
ECMS artists to display work in county show
Escambia County Middle School recently held a school art contest. Winners were selected from various categories and their artwork will be sent to the Escambia County Art Show for display and final judging. The Brewton Council of the Arts is the sponsor of this countywide event. The following students will have their art work displayed: Akyrah Bradley, Elizabeth Mitchell, and Ava Penner. The public is invited to view the art…