Author: Sherry Digmon

Sherry Digmon

National Day of Prayer
By SHERRY DIGMON News Publisher Atmore joined the rest of the country in observing the National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 2. The Rev. Ted Bridges opened the gathering, emphasizing this year’s theme: “Love one another, just as I have loved you” John 13:34. “Brothers and sisters, we need to love one another … I love you because He first loved me,” Rev. Bridges said. Participating in the program were…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago
Miss Mayfest crowned
By SHERRY DIGMON News Publisher In the comfort of Escambia County High School’s Hodnette Auditorium, 20 young ladies vied for four titles to represent Atmore as Miss Mayfest. The pageant was held Friday, May 3, just a day before Mayfest. Chamber Executive Director Emily Wilson announced that next year’s pageant will be held a week before Mayfest, not the day before. Also, last year’s pageant was held during Mayfest on…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago
Get a hug – Give a hug
By SHERRY DIGMON News Publisher While you’re at Mayfest Saturday, you may drop by the Destiny Worship Center tent. There you’ll see something unusual – blindfolded people with outstretched arms. Pastor Dr. Bernard and First Lady Felicia Bishop are bringing a new project to Mayfest – Love Like Jesus Loves. “This is an opportunity for us to show love to the community,” Felicia Bishop said. “We’ll have volunteers who will…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago
6 inducted into Hall of Fame
By SHERRY DIGMON News Staff Writer The Atmore Area Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony was held Saturday, April 28, with the committee adding six names to the list of outstanding citizens – Dr. Wil Baker, Robert Faircloth, Ann Gordon, Novy L. Hale, Rev. Isaac Holt, and Wayne Stacey. Each inductee was allotted the opportunity to make a brief speech. Following are some of their comments. Dr. Wil Baker – Dr.…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago
6 to be inducted into Atmore Area Hall of Fame
By SHERRY DIGMON News Publisher Six outstanding citizens will be inducted into the Atmore Area Hall of Fame April 27. They are Dr. Wil Baker, Robert Faircloth, Ann Gordon, Novy L. Hale, the Rev. Isaac Holt, and Wayne Stacey. The 14th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner is set for Saturday, April 27, 6 p.m., at The Club. Tickets, $25 each, are available at Atmore News, 128 N.…
by Sherry Digmon access_time6 years ago