Sherry Digmon, Author at Atmore News

Sherry Digmon

Eclipse on the horizon

A total eclipse will occur on August 21, casting a shadow across the country for the first time since 1918. For sure, it will be something to see, but don’t look at it – at least not with the naked eye, or even with sunglasses. Atmore resident and amateur astronomer Schuyler Allen is preparing to view the eclipse and to help others do so without damaging their eyes. On that…

Special election Tuesday

The first step in filling the seat vacated by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions will be held next Tuesday, August 15, as the Special Primary Election is held. The eight Democratic candidates on the ballot are Will Boyd Vann Caldwell Jason E. Fisher Michael Hansen Doug Jones Robert Kennedy Jr. Brian McGee Charles Nana The 10 Republican candidates on the ballot are James Paul Beretta Joseph F. Breault Randy Brinson…

Winners announced in poster contest

Winners in the Atmore Memorial VFW Auxiliary to Post 7016 Summer Patriotic Art Poster Contest were announced Monday, July 31, at Atmore City Hall. According to VFW Auxiliary President Gayle Johnson, 21 entries were submitted. The Auxiliary was pleased considering this is the first year for this competition. Children ages 4-15 had the opportunity to compete for prize money in four age categories: 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, and 13-15. The winner…

Yard of the Month

The Pride of Atmore Committee selected the yard of Chris and Courtney Harrison, 408 S. Main Street, as the August Yard of the Month. The presentation was made Monday, July 31. Shown are, from left, Lesley Harrison (Chris’ sister), Myrna Monroe, Scott Benton, Harper Harrison, Riley Harrison, Chris Harrison (behind his sons), Sheryl Vickery, and Bub Gideons.

Ribbon cutting

The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Owl About the Vinyl, a shop offering vinyl and vinyl supplies. The business is located at 200 North Main, Suite B – the entrance is on the Ridgeley Street side. Chamber members, Ambassadors and friends joined in the welcome and ribbon cutting Friday, July 28, from left, Hannah Nelson, Myrna Monroe, Lorraine Marez, Nevaeh Odom, AllyAna Cunningham, Jackson Cunningham,…