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White urges public to get involved
Superintendent interviews set for next week White News Staff Report The Escambia County Board of Education is in the process of hiring a new superintendent. Current superintendent John Knott retires August 31.The board contracted with the Alabama Association of School Boards to assist in the search, and AASB has submitted six candidates’ names and credentials for consideration (The search for a new superintendent https://atmorenews.com/2021/07/21/the-search-for-a-new-superintendent/).Interviews with the candidates have been scheduled…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Obituaries, week of July 21, 2021
Franklin Phillips Mr. Franklin Phillips, age 73, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2021 in Biloxi, Miss. He was a resident of Little River, Ala., but traveled around the world with his military career. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict serving two tours as a Sp5 (T) helicopter mechanic.He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Charles Andrew “Drew” Phillips and Mrs. Maggie Roberts Phillips; four brothers, Charles…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Langford honored at UB
United Bank hosted a retirement celebration for Lana Langford Thursday, July 8. Dozens upon dozens of friends and co-workers came by to wish Lana well. She worked with UB 35 years. Shown at the celebration are Lana, seated, and her family, from left, Nina (sister), Jimmy (brother), Karen (sister), Colton Langford (dad), and David (brother).
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Camp Seale Harris discussed at Lions
Lions Candace Wooten, left, and speaker Maria Martin By NANCY KARRICKSpecial to Atmore News The Atmore Lions Club held its first meeting in July on July 7 at the Atmore Community Hospital.The meeting was called to order by President Taylor Lee. Following the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, Lion Kevin Garrett gave the blessing. Visitors at the meeting were Maria Martin and her son Kaden, Sandra Brown, and Sara…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Market in the Park
The last Market in the Park for this season is set for July 24 at Heritage Park, 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. You’ll find a variety of items – honey, jams, syrups, baked goods, herbal products, crafts. And, of course, you’ll find fresh vegetables grown locally. GreenHouse Growers of Barnett Crossroads is one of the regulars at Market in the Park, bringing a wide variety of vegetables for your table.…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago