Category: Community

Special to Atmore News In early April 2021, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. The policy was finalized March 24, and FEMA is now moving rapidly to implement this funeral assistance program nationwide.“At FEMA, our mission is…

Special to Atmore News All veterans, their spouses and caregivers can get COVID-19 vaccinations from VA under the SAVE LIVES Act signed into law March 24.Covered individuals can receive a vaccine from VA due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. Under the bill, covered individuals are: veterans who are not eligible to enroll in the VA health care system;specified veterans who are eligible for hospital care, medical services, and…

Students at Huxford Elementary School observed Down Syndrome Awareness Day Friday, March 19, with a visit from Spider-Man. This is a favorite character among the students, especially second grader Levi Taylor. It was also his birthday. Levi is shown getting a hug from his hero.

News Staff Report The Escambia County Board of Education approved the following personnel recommendations by Superintendent John Knott at the board meeting Thursday, March 18. Leave of absence 1. Eva Rowland, school bookkeeper, Escambia County High School, leave of absence under the Family Medical Leave Act, effective January 4, 2021 through January 15, 2021 2. Geneva Chavers, 6-hour lunchroom worker, Escambia County High School, medical leave of absence, effective January…

Special to Atmore News AD’s Heartbeat, formed to help make life better for everyone in the Atmore community, will host a block party this Saturday, March 27, at West Park (also known as Conoco Park). The party, which will get under way at 3 p.m. and last “until,” is an alternative to Spring Break for local youngsters, according to Adonis Williams, who founded AD’s Heartbeat. The afternoon of fun will…