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Obituaries for the week of November 1, 2017
Carol Wiley Martin Mr. Carol Wiley Martin, age 78, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2017 in Atmore, Ala. He was a native of Bratt, Fla. and resided in Atmore. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruben and Nettie Martin; brothers, Robert, Shirley, Bernard Ray and Doug and sisters, Margaret Martin and Lillie Goldman. Mr. Martin is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Joy Kay L. Martin of…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
Williams Station Day … Brrrrrrr (With photo gallery added)
It’s the same Saturday every year. The date is set. The weather is not. So, we take what comes when Atmore becomes Williams Station for the fourth Saturday every October. This year we had rain and cold and wind – not the best scenario for Williams Station Day, but a celebration of our heritage nonetheless. Opening ceremonies were held in a light rain with temps in the 40s. The rain…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
Voncile Stallworth honored
Mrs. Voncile Stallworth was the recipient of The Bethlehem District Association #2 Service Award, presented on October 19, by the Moderator Reverend Danny Benjamin. This award, which was presented during the 148th Annual Session, represented Mrs. Stallworth’s outstanding and lasting contribution of more than 40 years of service as an instructor of the District Department of Ushers and The District Department of The Christian Home. Accompanying Mrs. Stallworth to the…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
Benefit set for Respresses
On October 1, Tyler and Ashley Respress were involved in a terrible vehicle accident in Walnut Hill. They sustained long-lasting injuries. Cowgirls 4 Community is holding a barrel race and benefit to raise funds for them. The event will take place Sunday, November 12, Carol Hodgeson Covered Arena in Bay Minette. Cowboy Church will start things off at 10 a.m., with exhibitions, grand entry, Pee Wee (8 and under) from…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
Cougars beat Bessemer
By PAOLO GORME News Sports Writer The Escambia Academy Cougars ended their regular season on the road at Bessemer Academy. The Rebels are a familiar foe dating back to 2014 when the Cougars lost in the regular season but prevailed in the state championship game that same season. Friday night’s game was a wild one. The contest was won by EA 34-27. Each team’s offensive success came from the run…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago