Day: July 17, 2019

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As Democrats fight, national security loses
Protecting the safety of the American people is our most fundamental duty in Congress. In a city where few things receive bipartisan support, providing for the national defense has remained an area of compromise. For 58 straight years, the House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Last month, the Senate did its job. By a vote of 86 to 8, it passed a bipartisan defense…
by Submitted Article access_time5 years ago
Chiefs counting on quality, not quantity as season nears
By JOSH FRYE News Sportswriter The Northview Chiefs are gearing up for a successful season not only on the gridiron, but off as well. Even with a fairly small varsity squad of only 30 players, the Chiefs are in hopes of capturing another championship. “We have a small group of guys,” head coach Derek Marshman said. “The difference-maker is that we have quality kids.” Despite the rain, heat and humidity,…
by Josh Frye access_time5 years ago
GECA celebrates, brings back ‘Joseph’
News Staff Report Andrew Lloyd Weber’s musical “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. To commemorate the occasion and to bring back a popular production to the local stage, the Greater Escambia Council for the Arts presents “Joseph” Friday through Saturday, July 25 through 27, 7 p.m. each night, and Sunday, July 28, 2 p.m. Due to the expense of bringing the musical to GECA’s…
by Atmore News access_time5 years ago
Marine PFC Trace Goodwin remembered
Former Atmore resident killed on California highway By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer A U.S. Marine with strong ties to Atmore was struck by a vehicle as he crossed a multi-lane highway in Orange County, Cal. Saturday night, July 13. He reportedly was killed instantly. According to the Orange County Register, 19-year-old PFC Trace Kenneth Goodwin was struck around 9:30 p.m. (PDT) on Jamboree Road in a Tustin, Cal., business…
by Don Fletcher access_time5 years ago
Summer blow out is Thursday
News Staff Report The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce is holding their first Big Summer Blow Out Thursday, July 18. The schedule is as follows: * 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. – after hours shopping event * 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. – downtown Community Walking Audit. According to Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Emily Wilson, this is actually a workshop that begins at the Chamber office. The purpose of…
by Atmore News access_time5 years ago