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The Rachel Patterson Elementary School Star Students for February are, from left, first row, MaKinsley Martin, Karlee Scott, Jason Calloway, Defonta Roberts, Maya Garner, Karsen Howard, Adalynn Hutcheson; second row, Cynthia Chandler, Jaleea Nichols, Curtis Tucker, Tayson McCants, Kaelynn Chafin, MaKenzie Farish, Tamarian Webb, Hazekiah George; third row, Journee Pettway, Layla Williams, Macie Presley, Braliegh Barnes, Bentley Anderson, Xavier Bowens, Jeremiah Lewis, JaLayla Robertson. Not pictured are Abel Stewart and…

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…

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…