Atmore News

ACF opens grant cycle for local nonprofits
Special to Atmore News The Advisory Committee of the Atmore Community Foundation announces the opening of its annual competitive grant cycle for local nonprofits that are addressing the needs of the Atmore community and striving to improve the quality of life of residents. The invitation to submit applications was made available on January 15, 2024, and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2024.The Atmore Community Foundation was founded in…
Milner new CACC president
Milner During its regular meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 10, the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Dr. Aaron Milner as President of Coastal Alabama Community College. Milner currently serves as Superintendent of Saraland City Schools.“Aaron has nearly 30 years of educational experience but brings a fresh perspective on the changes that must happen for more students to pursue success, so I am confident that his…
New arrivals at the library
Check out the new arrivals at Atmore Public Library. Patrons rate new arrivalsSeveral patrons are sharing their opinions of the new books they’ve read. Five stars is the top rating. Patricia Gibbs: Resurrection Walk by Michael Connelly 5 stars Shelia Trawick: Blue Ridge Sunrise by Denise Hunter 5 stars Shelia Trawick: The Amish Matchmakers by Beth Wiseman 5 stars Linda Parsons: The Widows by Jess Montgomery 5 stars Fiction All…
Johnson participating in state DYW program
Johnson Special to Atmore News A send-off celebration was recently held for Escambia Academy senior Hannah Johnson. Hannah, the daughter of Chad and Monica Johnson is Escambia County’s Distinguished Young Woman of 2024.On January 14, Hannah will travel to Montgomery to spend the week preparing for the state program.During her reign, she was chosen to participate as an ambassador for the Governor’s Candlelight Tour. Hannah, a member of Poarch Creek…