Day: October 4, 2023

Accused of local burglaries, thefts Mendez By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer A man wanted by three area agencies and believed by Atmore police to be responsible for several burglaries and thefts from local residences in early September, is finally behind bars.Mario Dewayne Mendez, who eluded authorities for more than two weeks, surrendered Saturday, September 27, to Bay Minette police, one of the three law enforcement agencies with warrants against him.“Mario…

A reason to celebrate The American Cancer Society Relay For Life kick-off was held Saturday, September 30, with a survivors brunch at Brooks Memorial Baptist Church that morning and an evening of activities at Heritage Park. As in the past, one of the highlights of the evening is a survivors walk as everyone celebrates with them. Shown, survivors get ready to begin their “victory lap,” from left, MaryAnne Heathcock, Barbara…

The Escambia County High School Homecoming King and Queen were crowned during the game against Monroe County High School Friday, September 29. Shown are the 2023-24 royalty, Homecoming Queen Calea Bolar and Homecoming King Luther Moore.

Special to Atmore News The Greater Escambia Council for the Arts will present Neil Simon’s “Barefoot in the Park” in October.Show dates are October 12-15 (Thursday to Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.); October 19-22 (Thursday to Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.).Following are members of the cast:Corie Bratter – Carly Jo MartensPaul Bratter –Daniel EtheridgeEthel Banks (mother) – Cynthia Martens-LamontVictor Velasco – Vinson “Ollie” JayeHarry…

Special to Atmore News The Alabama State Council on the Arts (ASCA) announced recently that Pride of Atmore is one of 155 organizations across the state that will share $3.2 million in grants.The announcement was made during ASCA’s quarterly meeting, held September 12 in Montgomery. In all, 194 grants totaling $3,207,800 were awarded to the various entities. According to a release from the council, POA will receive $13,200.The grants are…