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A good day down on the farm
One of the most unusual wares was “Pot Heads” flowerpots by Polka Dot Debbie, at left. Steve’s Farm held their first vendor market Saturday, April 26. A number of local and area artisans and businesses set up shop offering a large variety of wares – grilled salsa, freeze dried goodies, lemonade and ice drinks, flowers and trees, birdhouses, customized caps, yard art, baked goods, kettle corn and cotton candy and…
Sponsors highlight Pilots for Christ
The boat Landis Design Co. wrapped Special to Atmore News Monroeville, Ala. (April 24, 2025) – Twenty-four years ago, Pilots for Christ provided hope and support to David Landis and his family by flying their two-year-old daughter to Miami Children’s Hospital for critical neurological testing. Inspired by this life-changing experience, Landis and his team at Landis Design Company recently completed a custom-designed boat wrap featuring sponsor logos and prominently showcasing…
Obituaries, week of May 7, 2025
Billy John Kight Mr. Billy John Kight, age 82, gently passed away Friday, April 25, 2025 at his home. He was originally from Pensacola and had lived in Cantonment, Fla. before spending the last twenty-eight years in McDavid, Fla. He was a devoted member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church. His family will remember him fondly for the love and kindness he shared throughout his life. He loved spending his days…
Obituaries, week of April 30, 2025
Don Elbert Williams Mr. Don Elbert Williams, age 71, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in Bay Minette, Ala. He was born in Frisco City, Ala. He spent most of his life in McCullough Ala. He was a proud   of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. He dedicated his career to the construction industry before retiring.He had a passion for playing video games, particularly on his Xbox. He cherished his…
Easter Vigil
St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church celebrated the Catholic Easter Vigil Saturday, April 19. This service is a solemn liturgy that marks the beginning of Easter Sunday and celebrates Christ’s resurrection. It’s a four-part service that includes the Service of Light, Liturgy of the Word, Liturgy of Baptism (if applicable), and Liturgy of the Eucharist. The vigil is a time for prayer, reflection, and celebration as Christians gather to anticipate the…