Atmore News

Obituaries, week of July 7, 2021
Kimble Nikita Davis Mr. Kimble Nikita Davis, age 58, passed away Saturday, June 26, 2021 in Atmore, Ala. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore. He loved plants and gardening. He always had a “Green Thumb”. He adored all his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Frances Hayles Davis.Mr. Davis is survived by his sister, Gaye King; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and…
‘God Bless America’ at Atmore First Assembly
Bro. Davis, left, presents a plaque to Christopher Cravey Bro. Davis, left, presents a plaque to Garth Branch, center, who was assisted by Earl Bodiford at right. Bro. Davis, left, presents Robert Pitman’s plaque to Wanda Pitman and Robbie Pitman By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher The annual patriotic program at Atmore First Assembly of God was held Sunday, June 27. Sara Davis rewrote the program which, as Pastor Don Davis said,…
Juggling at the library
Every year, the Atmore Public Library staff brings unique activities to the summer reading program held each Friday in June. To wrap up this year’s program, Wink Dananberg came to the library June 25 to demonstrate juggling and to teach a few audience participants to juggle. Well, at least to learn the basics. Shown, Wink works with Jenna Kennell on her juggling skills.
Reading awards
The summer reading program at the Atmore Public Library ended Friday, June 25, with the final program and presentation of awards – Amazon gift cards and tablets. Shown are the readers who received awards, from left, Colten Whittaker, Isaiah Whittaker, Chase Whittaker, Kannon Atkins, Tinsley Gandy, Angelica Fernandez, Evelyn Esparza, Zoe Jantz, Trevor Wilson.
American Legion Auxiliary and the American Legion Junior Auxiliary
By MARY STANLEYSpecial to Atmore News These are support services for the American Legion, active military, our country and our communities.The primary requirement for membership is eligibility through a military family connection. The proof of this is through a DD214, which is military proof of honorable service and discharge. This is required for both adult and junior members.Relationship is through war connection and close relationship to the service member –…