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Three injured in crash

Two crashes that occurred within a half hour of each other last Friday, January 31, sent three people to the hospital, including a local man who was critically injured. State troopers reported that Colton S. Sims, 31, of Atmore suffered critical injuries when the 2013 Fiat he was driving (photo taken before it came to a stop) left Alabama 21 near the 9-mile marker around 11:40 a.m., then struck a…

Perdido River Meats celebrates grand opening Thursday

Special to Atmore News Perdido River Meats, a division of Perdido River Farms, announces the grand opening of its new $29 million facility on Thursday, February 6. The celebration will take place at 490 Atmosphere Road, in Atmore from 10 a.m. to noon, with a ribbon cutting ceremony beginning at 10 a.m.Plans are for a day of festivities, including food, giveaways, and more. The event is open to the public,…

County sheriff honored by ASA

Jackson News Staff Report Escambia County Sheriff Heath Jackson was awarded the 2025 Alabama Sheriffs Association (ASA) Sheriff of the Year Award on January 21, during the association’s winter meeting in Hoover.According to an ASA press releasee, Jackson was nominated for his “heroic actions that occurred in 2023 when Sheriff Jackson rescued 4 people that had become stranded on Burnt Corn Creek in rising flood waters. The children were found…

Snow!

We had dozens upon dozens of snow pictures submitted to our Atmore News Facebook page, and Don Fletcher posted those. These are a few that were sent to our email account. Shirley Farr took this picture in her back yard about 6:30 Thursday morning. Peaceful, isn’t it. Anita Weaver, Jack Springs Road, sent this picture of snow slowly sliding off their metal roof as temperatures warmed and snow began to…

Gulf Winds names new CFO

Tanberg Special to Atmore News Gulf Winds Credit Union announces that Brad Tanberg joined the executive leadership team as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 27. He has more than 30 years of experience in the financial industry.“Brad’s experience and proven leadership make him the perfect person to guide Gulf Winds’ financial strategy into the future,” said Gulf Winds President and CEO Daniel Souers. “His expertise in accounting and financial management,…