Don Fletcher

ECHS beats Jaguars, improves to 4-1
By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Escambia County High’s football team rolled up its fourth win in five games last Friday (September 22), a 41-20 decision over Wilcox Central that was called off late in the second period.Coach Vincent Harris said the key to the region win was simple.“The kids listening, executing, doing what they were supposed to do, that was the big thing,” Harris said. “They did their jobs for…
Congress needs to do its job
Congressman Jerry Carl Each year, Congress has a duty to pass 12 Appropriations bills to fund the government. This spending, which is known as discretionary spending, funds everything from the Department of Defense to our Border Patrol agents. The Appropriations process begins each year in the Spring. Each of the 12 bills originates in subcommittee, then heads to the entire Appropriations Committee, before ultimately heading to the House Floor.I worked…
Small but enthusiastic crowd for ‘Family & Friends’ event
From left, Paulette German, Jamel Frye and Edwina English sing a Gospel standard early in the program. By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Although he couldn’t help but be a little disappointed at the turnout, Pastor Jamel Frye said the success of the Family & Friends Day — held Saturday, September 23, at Houston Avery Park and initially advertised as a rally against gun violence — can’t be measured in numbers.Atmore…
Cross addresses Lions Club
Patricia Cross, left, and Kerra Mascaro By NANCY KARRICKSpecial to Atmore News The Atmore Lions Club held its last meeting of September on the 20th in the Mayson Auditorium at Atmore Community Hospital. President Lion Renee Hardy called the meeting to order. Lion Nancy Karrick led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag and blessed the meal. Patricia Cross, Adrian Frye, and Mary Calhoun were introduced as guests.President Hardy…
Taste of the South draws hungry hundreds
Hundreds attend Taste of the South. Best Commercial –David’s Catfish (Faircloth Grocery) From left, William Smith, Terrence Breckenridge, Sophia Morris, Elliot Faircloth, Julie Rowland, Nevaeh Colbert, Catherine James, Savannah Fullerton Best Amateur – Waves Car Wash From left, Sheldon Schneider, Kimbree Schneider, Greg Schneider, Mason Schneider Best Drink – Lions Club From left, Anne Hetzel, Sara Smith, Patty Helton, Gregg Akins Best Dessert – Vin-tiques; Best Decorated Booth – Southern…