Author: Don Fletcher

Don Fletcher

End of an era
Post 90 putting HQ building up for sale after 74 years The building has served as Post 90 headquarters since November 11, 1949. By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer The three-story building on the southwestern corner of Main and Church streets has served for the past 74-plus years as the home of American Legion Billy Glenn Rushing Post 90. Apparently, the building won’t serve in that capacity any longer.“Our executive committee…
by Don Fletcher access_time3 months ago
Recusal didn’t go far enough
Publisher’s note: As Don Fletcher, Cindy Jackson, Ashley Fore and I have worked through the charges – all dismissed – against us, Atmore News has invited the other parties to write their stories. I wrote mine over a 10-part series. In this article, Don shares his thoughts. As is the case for all of us, these are our thoughts, as these are Don’s. By Don Fletcher Most people have moved…
by Don Fletcher access_time3 months ago
New police patrol pickups more versatile, have more room
By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer The five new vehicles that will soon become part of the Atmore Police Department’s law enforcement fleet will have more room for officers and any inmates on their way to jail, more room to store bicycles, traffic cones and other items, and a little more versatility than the Ford Explorers they will replace.The new F150 Responder Supercrew 4×4 pickups will cost $58,102 each (a total…
by Don Fletcher access_time3 months ago
Felony arrests
Woman charged with drug possession, DUI, other violations By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer The following felony arrests were reported by officers of the Atmore Police Department during the period August 27 through August 29:CenKrystal Roberts Roberts An Atmore woman was arrested August 29 after her vehicle was pulled over because she was driving erratically.Police reports show that 40-year-old Cenkrystal Roberts was pulled over on Woods Road after an officer saw…
by Don Fletcher access_time3 months ago
Blue Devils overwhelm Monroe Co. in home opener
By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Escambia County High’s Blue Devils built a 19-0 halftime lead, then added a third-period score and a fourth-quarter tally to overwhelm visiting Monroe County 33-8 last Friday, August 30.Quarterback Jamarion Robinson passed for 110 yards, most of it on two touchdown hookups to Marrion Hooks, and ran for another touchdown to help lead the way in the team’s home opener.The one-two running punch of Tai…
by Don Fletcher access_time3 months ago