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Josh Frye

Blue Devils get first win of the season

By JOSH FRYENews Sportswriter After a long time coming, the Escambia County High Blue Devils can finally breathe a sigh of relief after the team’s long losing streak came to an end last Friday, September 24 with a, 42-0, win over the Monroe County Tigers. According to ECHS head coach Scott Mason, the win was a long waited for relief.“It is a great feeling,” Mason said. “We can finally take…

Swine program registration set

Escambia County 4-H is hosting swine program registration Monday, October 18, 6 p.m., Escambia County Extension Auditorium, 175 Ag Science Drive, Brewton.This mandatory meeting will include the following information: Cost of the programHow to house your livestockNutrition and animal health needsImportant datesAt the conclusion of the meeting, attendees should be prepared to make a decision on participation and pay fee of $100.Registration is required to attend this meeting. To register,…

Vincent named UB CEO, president

Special to Atmore News The Board of Directors for United Bank has elected Michael R. (Mike) Vincent to serve as chief executive officer and president of United Bank. Vincent had been serving as interim president since the retirement of former Chief Executive Officer and President Robert R. Jones in July 2021.Vincent previously served as executive vice president and chief credit officer of United Bank. Vincent joined United Bank in 2006.…

Perdido Raiders 4-0

Special to Atmore News The Perdido Raiders remain undefeated this season with a record of 4-0 after a resounding 36-6 victory over the Summerdale Panthers.Quarterback Hayden Coley threw for a staggering 263 yards, leading to 3 touchdowns. Rushing touchdowns were run in by Hayden Coley and Coen Lambeth. Huge yardage was racked up in received passes by Brycen Stewart, Roan Branum, Asher Catrett, and Destin Wallace including receiving touchdowns scored…

Auditions set

Auditions will be held Sunday, October 3, 2 p.m. for “All Together Now,” an international theater event coming to Atmore November 12 through 14.This is a musical review of 15 Broadway shows. Auditions will consist of singing 16 bars of a song. People interested in being in a special ensemble will need to demonstrate the ability to learn choreography.Please bring your own accompaniment.Auditions will be held at the Greater Escambia…