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By MARY LEIGH OLIVER Special to Atmore News AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Cold winter days often keep many gardeners indoors. However, there is still much to do during the winter. Lucy Edwards, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System home grounds, gardens and home pests regional agent, says there is maintenance, evaluations and pruning for winter gardens. Maintenance Maintaining and pruning gardens is an important step to having success year-round. Edwards offers…

Special to Atmore News Calling all beekeepers! Registration for the 27th Annual Alabama Beekeepers’ Symposium is now open. The symposium is set for February 5 and 6. It will once again be held virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jack Rowe, a member of the Alabama Cooperative Extension System beekeeping team, said the team is excited to host the event and has a great agenda planned. “James Tew, a well-loved…

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. Lorell Wiggins: The Becoming by Nora Roberts  5 stars Sarah Hall: The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman  5 stars Anonymous: The Book Charmer by Karen Hawkins  5 stars Jan Hall: Rogue Asset by W.E.B Griffin  5 stars Susan…

The University of Alabama awarded 2,362 degrees during its fall commencement ceremonies on Dec. 10-11, 2021.Atmore students receiving honors were as follows:Kirsten King – Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental SciencesTrey Lambert – Bachelor of Science in Commerce & Business AdministrationTravis Rankins – Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Wesley and Dominique Jefferson with baby Wesley Owen Jefferson Jr. Wesley Sr. and Dominique Jefferson of Atmore announce the birth of their son, Wesley Owen Jefferson Jr., born New Year’s Day, the first baby for 2022 born at North Baldwin Infirmary in Bay Minette.Wesley Jr. was born at 8:10 p.m., weighed 7 lbs. 12 oz., and was 21 inches long. Wesley Jr. first cry stole the hearts of his parents,…