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Obituaries, week of March 9, 2022

Charles D. Rice Rev. Charles D. Rice, age 93, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at his home in Century, Fla. He was born in Pollard, Ala. and has resided in Century most of his life. He remained independent to the very end. He was a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church. He pastored several churches in the surrounding area during his time in the ministry. He retired from the…

Legion hosting oratorical contest

Special to Atmore News The 3rd Divisions American Legion Oratorical Contest will be held Saturday, March 5, 10 a.m., at American Legion Post 90, corner of Man and Church. The public is invited to attend. There are two contestants competing in this year’s contest representing the 35th District and Charles R. Vickery Legion Post #12 in Dothan, and the 32nd District and W. Clyde Northington Post #122 in Prattville. Post…

Touring the Strand

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville toured the Strand Wednesday, February 23, and got a firsthand look at renovations under way by Pride of Atmore. Shown are, from left, Sen. Tuberville, Richard Maxwell, member of the Pride Capital Campaign Committee, and POA directors Dale Ash and Foster Kizer.

Giles graduates from TU

Porche Giles of Atmore graduated from Troy University during the Fall Semester / Term 2 of the 2021 / 2022 academic year.Giles graduated with the Bachelor of Science degree.

Florida Youth Tour inspires local students

Area students on the youth tour, from left, Caleb Jackson, Milton High School; Drake Driskell, Northview High School; Taylor Baggett, Central High School; Caroline Harp, Jay High School; Hannah Bott, Central High School; Taylor George, Central High School; Julianna Money, Northview High School Special to Atmore News When Northview High School junior Drake Driskell sat on the floor of the Florida Senate for a mock bill debate, appreciation for the…

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