Day: June 17, 2020

Special to Atmore News With the 2020 Hurricane Season predicted to be a very active one, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging families to prepare early as we face unprecedented challenges in the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic environment. FEMA has published a new guide, “COVID-19 Pandemic Operational Guidance for the 2020 Hurricane Season” that describes anticipated challenges to disaster operations posed by COVID-19, describes planning considerations for emergency managers…

Construction began recently on the new city parking lot at the corner of Ridgeley and Trammell streets. The lot, which will serve the north end of downtown Atmore, will feature 10-foot spacing to allow more room between the cars parked there. The work is being done by crews from Poarch Band of Creek Indians. No target date has been set for completion of the project.

Nora Tucker was honored with a drive-by birthday celebration Saturday, June 13. Folks waved and blew their horns as they went by the Tuckers’ home on Robinsonville Road. Shown are the Rev. Monroe and Sis. Nora Tucker.

The Chamber’s first Market in the Park of the season was held Saturday, June 13, at Heritage Park. Vendors brought fresh produce as well as canned goods, plants, art and much more. The next Market is set for Saturday, June 27, beginning at 7:30 a.m.

“I wish I may, I wish I might, find my loving home tonight.” Handsome Butterfinger has his leash on and is patiently waiting for his new “furever” family to come and take him home. Butterfinger is a 5-year-old, 40-pound male bulldog mix that loves to be around people and is good with other dogs. He is up to date on vaccinations and available for adoption with a $100 adoption fee,…