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Alabama schools serve as a model for safe in-person learning
Congressman Late last year, Governor Ivey urged school districts in Alabama to reopen schools and allow students the option to return to the classroom, while many school districts across the country continued with virtual learning. Alabama was ahead of the curve on what recent CDC guidance made clear – with reasonable health precautions like distancing and wearing masks – students and teachers could safely return to the classroom and resume…
Poarch’s McGhee named to NMAI board of trustees
McGhee News Staff Report The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian announced today six new members, including an official of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, are joining its Board of Trustees in 2021. The board has also elected new leadership. Five members were confirmed by the Institution’s Board of Regents at their Feb. 1 meeting; confirmation of the sixth is anticipated at the Board’s April 12 meeting. PCI’s…
Jason Pilger Chevrolet of Atmore in partnership with Jason Pilger CAREs donated $100 for every vehicle sold during the month of December to Sav-A-Life Atmore (Women’s Resource Center). Shown at the check presentation Tuesday, February 23, are, from left, Ben Jackson and Jannice Glover, with Jason Pilger; Mayor Jim Staff; Teresa Nichols, Women’s Resource Center / Sav-A-Life Client Service Manager.
Sales tax holiday this weekend
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Alabama’s 10th severe weather preparedness sales tax holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. Friday, February 26, and will continue through midnight Sunday, February 28. During the holiday period, Escambia County residents will be able to save up to 8 percent (9 in one local community) on common supplies that cost less than $60 and can be used in every home and business to prepare…