Category: Community

Atmore Community Hospital (ACH) announced that it has begun using a new x-ray machine in its Radiology Department. The new dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) Prodigy system delivers with exceptional precision and low-dose radiation. According to a press release from ACH, Prodigy provides precise data on soft tissue and bone composition, including bone-mineral density (BMD) and lean- and fat-tissue mass. At the same time, Prodigy streamlines patient care and practice workflow.…

Special to Atmore News Alabama Lions offered its members a chance to attend a Virtual Leadership Conference on August 8 and 22 for three hours each day. This virtual version replaced the cancelled Alabama Lions Leadership Conference. The first day, which was attended by Atmore Lions Renee Hardy, Mandie Thompson, Bub Gideons, and Nancy Karrick, covered the topics of Rejuvenating Districts with New Clubs, Revitalizing Clubs with New Members, and…

Crook By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The first two songs Ricky Crook recorded after signing a contract with MC1 Nashville did well online, from Atmore to England, but got only nominal radio airplay. His third song, released just three weeks ago, is aimed at changing that. “What we decided to do was release a song that was a little more radio-friendly,” said Crook of “One More Beer,” his newest…

Anna Weber and her children at the birthday celebration, from left, Joyce Suter, Velma Schrock, Mrs. Weber, Mary Jane Schrock, Jim Weber On Sunday, September 6, family and friends of Anna Weber celebrated her 96th birthday. Mrs. Weber was born in 1924 in Lebanon County, Penn. In 1962, Mrs. Weber, along with her husband Martin and seven children, moved from a dairy farm in Lancaster County, Penn., to the Atmore…

Andy Tucker A couple of sweethearts are available for adoption at the local shelter. Although they’re featured together this week, they do not have to be adopted together. Andy is a 10-week-old domestic shorthair tabby. Tucker is a 9-month-old black and white domestic shorthair tabby. Both are playful, sweet kittens looking for a “purrfect” home. Both are up to date on vaccinations and available for adoption with a $60 adoption…