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2022 Military service academy appointments
Congressman Jerry Carl One of the best parts of my job is nominating young men and women for appointments at one of our nation’s five military service academies each year. Whether it’s the Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy (West Point), or the Naval Academy, each U.S. Senator or Representative may have a maximum of five cadets or midshipmen at each service academy charged to…
Mt. Pisgah celebrating pastor anniversary
Dr. Michael L. Wilson Sr. and First Lady Delois Wilson The members of Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate the 14th Year Anniversary of their Pastor, Dr. Michael L. Wilson Sr. and First Lady Delois Wilson, Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. The guest church for the afternoon is Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, the Rev. Jimmy Prince, pastor.Mt. Pisgah is located at 2982 Jack Springs Road, Atmore.All are invited to…
PCI appoints Hellmich to strategy, Communications position
Hellmich Special to Atmore News The Poarch Band of Creek Indians announces that Kristin Hellmich has been named the new Director of Strategy and Media Communications. Hellmich will be responsible for strategizing, implementing, and managing media relations, and new external media initiatives for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.Hellmich brings more than 15 years of experience in public relations, marketing, advertising, and communication strategy to the role. She most recently…
Memorial headstone dedication service held for Private John A. Rickard, CSA
Headstone marker with wreath By NANCY KARRICKSpecial to Atmore News A ceremony, beautiful in its simplicity, yet full of pageantry and prayer, was held at the Judson Indian Cemetery in Atmore on May 7, to honor John A. Rikard. The ceremony was planned and executed by the Electra Semmes Colston Chapter 193, United Daughters of the Confederacy, The Society of the Order of the Southern Cross, Sons of Confederate Veterans…
New Student Advisory Council shares ideas for Escambia County Schools
By RANDY TATANOSpecial to Atmore News Twelve high school students were just sent to the superintendent’s office.Not due to a disciplinary problem, but because they’re the best and brightest the school system has to offer. With a lot of ideas on how to improve things in the classroom. They’re part of the new Student Advisory Council, acting as a liaison between students and the superintendent.The three-hour roundtable discussion and lunch…