Atmore News

Eagle Scout
Escambia Academy student William Howell has earned the rank of Eagle Scout. His project, presented Sunday afternoon, October 15, at the school, was the repair and improvement of the elementary playground. Shown at Sunday’s presentation are, from left, Michelle Howell (mother), William Howell, Banks Howell (father), and Andrew Howell (brother). William is a member of Troop 78. Andrew is also an Eagle Scout. His project was a flagpole in EA near…
Mark your calendar
Toyz for Kidz auction The annual LA Bikers Toyz for Kidz auction hosted by PeeWee and Annie Powell will be held Thursday, October 19, at the PWC building, 106 East Avenue. Get together starts at 6, auction at 7. There are tons of items to bid on with the proceeds used to buy Christmas presents for families who might not otherwise have a merry Christmas. Gifts are delivered during the…
Children helping children at Perdido School
By GERRI MCDONALD Special to Atmore News On Thursday October 5, a check for $1,000 was presented to Perdido Elementary / Middle School to be used through the school library for promoting a love of reading among all Perdido School students. This is the second consecutive year for such a generous gift from Guy’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Children made contributions all week long during the 2017 VBS event for this service…
Homecoming, revival set at Mt. Olive
The pastor and congregation of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church invite all to join them in homecoming and revival services next week. Homecoming is set for Sunday, October 22, 3 p.m., with the message by Pastor Michael Arnold of Peace and Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, Brewton. The revival guest speaker is the Rev. Dr. Timothy Woods, Pastor of Hopewell Baptist Church, Birmingham. Revival services will be held Monday through Wednesday,…
Northview loses homecoming to Catholic
By LEXXI BAGGETT News Sports Writer Northview’s homecoming week is always something to write about! Hallways are decorated. Tee pees line the halls. Flags are flying inside the school. It’s just a prideful time, regardless of the school’s actual win/loss record. The homecoming dance itself had to be rescheduled, since Hurricane Nate decided to visit as well. This year, the dance will be held in November, but all of this…