Atmore News

Food scores released
The following Escambia County food / lodging establishment ratings were released by the Alabama Department of Public Health for January and February 2022. Ratings are ranked by score, low to high.FSE = Food Service EstablishmentLil’ Angels Development Center, Atmore, 86, daycare food serviceSmith’s Quick Stop, Atmore, 87, FSESubway #26660 – Hwy. 113, Brewton, 89, FSEBuster’s Restaurant, Atmore, 90, FSEDiamond Gasoline #23, Hwy. 21 N, Atmore, 90, FSEAnchor Café, Atmore, 90,…
Joyce Petty celebrates 30 years
Petty By JOSH FRYENews Staff Writer For 30 years Joyce Petty has owned and operated one of Atmore’s most well-known florists, Atmore Flower Shop. During that time, Joyce has enjoyed every second of being a part of the Atmore community. She has been able to celebrate, rejoice and help comfort many local and area residents.Joyce, a native of Flomaton, decided to start her business when her then-husband, Joe Petty, came…
RP Star Students
The Rachel Patterson Elementary School Star Students for February are, from left, first row, MaKinsley Martin, Karlee Scott, Jason Calloway, Defonta Roberts, Maya Garner, Karsen Howard, Adalynn Hutcheson; second row, Cynthia Chandler, Jaleea Nichols, Curtis Tucker, Tayson McCants, Kaelynn Chafin, MaKenzie Farish, Tamarian Webb, Hazekiah George; third row, Journee Pettway, Layla Williams, Macie Presley, Braliegh Barnes, Bentley Anderson, Xavier Bowens, Jeremiah Lewis, JaLayla Robertson. Not pictured are Abel Stewart and…
Obituaries, week of March 9, 2022
Charles D. Rice                                       Rev. Charles D. Rice, age 93, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at his home in Century, Fla. He was born in Pollard, Ala. and has resided in Century most of his life. He remained independent to the very end. He was a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church. He pastored several churches in the surrounding area during his time in the ministry. He retired from the…