Atmore News

Rev. Monroe and Sis. Nora Tucker honored
The cars lined up at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Sunday afternoon, February 14, at the appointed hour. The caravan made its way to the home of the Rev. Dr. Monroe and Sister Nora Tucker as they were honored with the Pastor and Wife 37th Year Love Celebration sponsored by the Mt. Olive congregation. COVID-19 made this year’s event a drive-through rather than the traditional service for the couple.
Ribbon cutting
The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Victory Professional Development Center Friday, February 12. Chamber board members and staff, friends and family joined the owners and employees for the occasion. Shown are, from left, Noah Graham, Emilee Waters, Jessica Byrd, Dr. Suporior Campbell, Leo Campbell, Mayor Jim Staff, and Anna Norton.
Black History essay contest
Special to Atmore News The Concerned Citizens of Atmore “Unity in the Community” is sponsoring the 2021 Black History Month Essay Contest, which is open to all middle and high school students in Atmore and surrounding areas. The theme for this year’s essay is “Celebrate, Motivate, Inspire.” Students are encouraged to submit an essay between 250-500 words describing an African American in history, in your life or community, who is…
RP pre-K registration open
Alabama’s voluntary pre-K program – First Class Pre-K – is accepting applications through March 15 for classes at Rachel Patterson Elementary School. Enrollment is open to all children four years of age on or before 9/1/21 who are residents of Alabama and the Escambia County School Zone. Enrollees must provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate and proof of residence – either a current utility bill or copy of…