Day: December 21, 2022

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Merry Christmas
Congressman Jerry Carl The House is back in session this week wrapping up a few last-minute items before we adjourn for the year. This Congress has been a challenge fighting back against Democrats in Congress and the Biden administration, but I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished for south Alabama.Over the course of the last few years, I’ve held public town halls in virtually every community in our district. If…
by Submitted Article access_time2 years ago
Filipino Mass at St Robert
A Filipino Mass was celebrated at St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church Sunday afternoon, December 18. Celebrant was the Reverend Lito J. Capeding, Port Chaplain, Archdiocese of Mobile. The Mass was in Filipino and English. Shown are, from left, the Rev. Joseph Chacko, Pia Gorme, Rhecy Currie, Amor Wilson, Athena Wilson, Rev. Lito Capeding, Emma Holder, Leila Warren, Juno Wilson, Lily Warren, Paolo Gorme, Kharina Gorme, Susan Barrow, Mary Ann McMillan…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
Almost 1,000 cans
Rachel Patterson Elementary School students, parents, staff and partners collected 978 canned and non-perishable food items during this year’s Christmas Canned Food Drive, the school’s third annual drive. The donated food weighs a total of 1,200 pounds (6 tons). Mrs. Emmons’s second-grade class collected 106 items to lead the way for the second straight year and win a pizza party. Mrs. Johnson’s second-grade class collected the second-most items, 98, and…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
Prevent hypothermia
Recognize and get medical attention if symptoms occur Special to Atmore News Staying warm, keeping well informed and taking extra precautions is extremely important during times of extremely cold weather, such as the coming days when below freezing temperatures are predicted. Everyone should remember to lower risks of cold-weather health problems by dressing in multiple layers to help retain body heat, limit time outdoors, and remove wet clothing immediately.When exposed…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
Operation Christmas Child donation still accepted online
Special to Atmore News Atmore residents who weren’t able to fill a shoebox for the recent Operation Christmas Child campaign before the local collection center closed, can still help send the message of God’s love to children around the world.While Atmore-area volunteers celebrate the success of this year’s local project, the organization announced that there is still time to share hope and love with children overseas by packing a gift-filled…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago