Month: February 2025

Don Fletcher

Felony arrests
Atmore man one of 3 charged in Brewton drive-by shooting By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer The following felony arrests were reported by officers of the Atmore Police Department (APD) — and one reported by Brewton Police Department (BPD) officers — during the period January 28-30:Ahmad Raquan Dailey Dailey The Atmore man was one of three people arrested January 28-29 in connection with a drive-by shooting during which “multiple shots” were…
by Don Fletcher access_time10 months ago
Harris resigns as ECHS football coach
Harris By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Details have still not been divulged, but Vincent Harris, Escambia County High School’s head football coach and athletic director for the past three years, won’t be back for a fourth season.Harris, who replaced Scott Mason three years ago, announced on January 21 that he would not return for the 2025-26 season.“It has been an honor to serve as the head football coach at Escambia…
by Don Fletcher access_time10 months ago
Snow!
We had dozens upon dozens of snow pictures submitted to our Atmore News Facebook page, and Don Fletcher posted those. These are a few that were sent to our email account. Shirley Farr took this picture in her back yard about 6:30 Thursday morning. Peaceful, isn’t it. Anita Weaver, Jack Springs Road, sent this picture of snow slowly sliding off their metal roof as temperatures warmed and snow began to…
by Atmore News access_time10 months ago
Gulf Winds names new CFO
Tanberg Special to Atmore News Gulf Winds Credit Union announces that Brad Tanberg joined the executive leadership team as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 27. He has more than 30 years of experience in the financial industry.“Brad’s experience and proven leadership make him the perfect person to guide Gulf Winds’ financial strategy into the future,” said Gulf Winds President and CEO Daniel Souers. “His expertise in accounting and financial management,…
by Atmore News access_time10 months ago
EA girls looking to elevate sports program
News Staff Report Josey Hadley is the new girls softball coach at Escambia Academy, and he’s looking to overhaul the girls’ sports program at the school. But that takes funds.Hadley and the teams are planning to hold fund-raisers to help with finances. The current fund-raiser is Athletic Club sports banners. Sponsors may choose their sport for the banner – football, basketball, volleyball, baseball or softball.Any purchases or donations will be…
by Atmore News access_time10 months ago