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Food scores released
The following Escambia County food / lodging establishment ratings were released by the Alabama Department of Public Health for January and February 2022. Ratings are ranked by score, low to high.FSE = Food Service EstablishmentLil’ Angels Development Center, Atmore, 86, daycare food serviceSmith’s Quick Stop, Atmore, 87, FSESubway #26660 – Hwy. 113, Brewton, 89, FSEBuster’s Restaurant, Atmore, 90, FSEDiamond Gasoline #23, Hwy. 21 N, Atmore, 90, FSEAnchor Café, Atmore, 90,…
Joyce Petty celebrates 30 years
Petty By JOSH FRYENews Staff Writer For 30 years Joyce Petty has owned and operated one of Atmore’s most well-known florists, Atmore Flower Shop. During that time, Joyce has enjoyed every second of being a part of the Atmore community. She has been able to celebrate, rejoice and help comfort many local and area residents.Joyce, a native of Flomaton, decided to start her business when her then-husband, Joe Petty, came…
RP Star Students
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…
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…
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,…