April 9, 2025 - Page 2 of 3

Atmore News

PCI, PCI Federal make two major purchases

Special to Atmore News The Poarch Creek Indians and Poarch Creek Indians’ PCI Federal recently announced two significant investments – purchases of the Birmingham Racecourse and SuprTEK. Birmingham Racecourse The Poarch Creek Indians and the McGregor Family announced that Wind Creek Hospitality, the Tribe’s gaming and hotel business, has purchased the Birmingham Racecourse. This significant financial investment on the part of the Tribe signals its long-term commitment to developing a…

Church family grateful for support

News Staff Report Last Saturday, April 5, the Canoe Church congregation held a benefit yard sale for Eric Strehl and his family as he battles cancer. There was also an online raffle on the church’s Facebook page with a chance to win three different prizes.A church member said later, “We are so grateful that we live among people who want to help others in times of need. We serve a…

A special Easter at Trinity Episcopal Church

Special to Atmore News Everyone is invited to join the Trinity Episcopal Church congregation Easter Sunday, April 20, for a special celebration of Holy Eucharist, led by Father Albert Kennington.Also, this year marks the 125th anniversary of William Carney’s Easter offering – the generous gift of lumber, pews, and bell that helped shape the church’s foundation and spirit.The church family looks forward to a meaningful moment in the church’s history,…

Lions consider the old high school building

From left, Joyce Petty, Beth Baranski, Nancy Karrick Special to Atmore News The Atmore Lions Club was called to order by President Lion Joyce Petty on April 2, in the Mayson Auditorium at Atmore Community Hospital. Lion Joyce led in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag and gave the prayer. Beth Baranski was introduced as a visitor. Lion Joyce announced that the golf tournament has netted $10,000.75 as…

Prima Girl at the ballet

Prima Girl participants at the ballet, from left, Ariyana Young, Laya George, Jardyn Comier, Mackenzie Jones, Ma’Kayla Jones, Iviona Knight, Jenesis Dirden, Teaya McMillan. Special to Atmore News Prima Girl Mentorship Program in Atmore enjoyed a special outing Sunday, March 30. The group attended the ballet “The Princess and the Frog” at the Saenger Theatre in Mobile.Prima Girl President and Co-Founder Marlo Young said, “It was quite the memorable experience…

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