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Legion hosting oratorical contest
Special to Atmore News The 3rd Divisions American Legion Oratorical Contest will be held Saturday, March  5, 10 a.m., at American Legion Post 90, corner of Man and Church. The public is invited to attend. There are two contestants competing in this year’s contest representing the 35th District and Charles R. Vickery Legion Post #12 in Dothan, and the 32nd District and W. Clyde Northington Post #122 in Prattville. Post…
by Atmore News access_time2 years ago
RPES students celebrate Black History
Students recite a poem, “Hey Black Child” By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher Through songs, skits, dance and recitations, students at Rachel Patterson Elementary School celebrated Black History Monday, February 28. The theme of the program was African History Is American History, presented by the second grade.Jehle Poindexter acted as Directress of Order and extended the Welcome to everyone. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Zaya Henderson, Aubrey Holland, Arlaysia Pete,…
by Sherry Digmon access_time2 years ago
Students own ECHS Black History program
Slaves flee during a scene from the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad skit By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher Escambia County High School’s Black History program held Friday, February 25, was written, choreographed, directed and performed by students.The program started with remarks by Jeremiah McDougle, followed by the ECHS Concert Band performing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” The concert band then performed “Glory” as scenes from Bloody Sunday were shown on a screen.The…
by Sherry Digmon access_time2 years ago