May 2020 - Page 9 of 16

Don Fletcher

Man strong-arms robbery of gun

McCaster By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer An Atmore man was arrested May 4, just over 10 days after he allegedly yanked a pistol from the hands of a local motorist and took off with it. Police Chief Chuck Brooks confirmed that 27-year-old Demetrius McCaster was taken into custody and charged with one count each of third-degree robbery and second-degree theft of property. Brooks said the investigation into the robbery…

Police confirm drug trafficking arrest

America By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Atmore Police Chief Chuck Brooks confirmed last week that an Atmore man was arrested here March 5 and has been charged with drug trafficking and felony marijuana possession. Brooks said Timothy Lane America, 41, was taken into custody after he drove his vehicle past a law enforcement officer who recognized America as the subject of an ongoing drug investigation. “He was driving his…

Obituaries, week of May 17,2020

Eula Mae (Godwin) Lynn Mrs. Eula Mae (Godwin) Lynn, age 80, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at the home of her daughter in Walnut Hill, Fla. She was born in Perdido, Ala. She joyfully served school children lunch for over twenty years at Bratt Elementary School retiring as the beloved cafeteria manager. She was a faithful member of New Life Fellowship in Walnut Hill. She was also a glorious…

Serving Eucharist

While churches have had to cancel in-person services for a number of weeks due to the coronavirus, some have found unique ways to keep tradition. Shown, Father Francis Sofie, at right, distributes the Eucharist (communion) to members of a local family on the grounds at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church Sunday, May 10.

Atmore Community Hospital cafeteria and housekeeping workers were recognized during the April 29 Heroes Lunch, provided by David Landis and volunteers. Shown from left, Willie Merrill, Colin Owens, Mary Lee, Dianne Washington, Ruby Tucker, Joanne McCracken, Suzette Barron, Dewone Dortch, Tacorra McCracken and Donna Rodgers.

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