Month: March 2019

Josh Frye

Bulldogs polish off Hillcrest in JV, varsity action
By JOSH FRYE News Sports Writer J.U. Blacksher’s junior varsity baseball team finished off its season last Friday, March 22, with a 13-6 victory over Hillcrest that left the jayvee squad with an 8-4 season record. “Every single kid worked hard this season,” head coach Justin Mixon said. “With the bulk of the team being eighth-graders, they have often played games against much older opponents. They went into every game…
by Josh Frye access_time6 years ago
Landon Mura
JUB’s ace pitcher ready to take skills to next level By JOSH FRYE News Sports Writer Landon Mura is a young man of few words, until you mention baseball. The 17-year-old J.U. Blacksher pitcher struck out 18 batters in a single game just over a week ago to set a new school record. That is a tremendous feat for any pitcher, but Mura remains humble about his accomplishments. “I never…
by Josh Frye access_time6 years ago
Caring for the brave in the land of the free
It has been years in the making, but finally the veterans of our area will be able to get the care they have long deserved. On Monday, March 18th, I had the honor of participating in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new VA Outpatient Clinic located in Tillmans Corner. Many veterans from Southwest Alabama were on hand to witness the ceremony and tour the new facility. As someone who…
by Submitted Article access_time6 years ago
Where there’s smoke …
Firefighter Dee Guy sprays water on the engine compartment of a 1984 Subaru that caught fire last Wednesday, March 20, along East Sunset Drive in Atmore. AFD reports show that the driver told firemen he was driving the car when it “started smoking real bad.” When he pulled over, flames erupted and spread quickly through the vehicle, which was a total loss.
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Leadership Atmore to host archery shoot
News Staff Report Leadership Atmore’s 2019 class will host an archery shoot this Saturday, March 30, at the vacant field next to Escambia County High School. Adults and children are invited to enter the competition, which will consist of a 10-target, 3D-animal archery shoot. The event is scheduled to last from 9 a.m. until noon. Entry fee is $5 per scorecard (individuals may shoot more than once, with the highest…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago