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Coronavirus: Handwashing and sanitizers
By ADRIANE LANGHAM Special to Atmore News Washing your hands is the best way to prevent the spread of illnesses, such as the common cold and flu. Handwashing also helps reduce the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). When should I wash my hands? Washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds helps reduce germs on your hands. Wash your hands at the following times: * before eating…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Coronavirus quarantine: Be prepared
By JUSTIN MILLER Special to Atmore News If you have to be quarantined due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), be prepared. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people have all of the necessary things in order in the event they have to be quarantined at home. Many will recognize these items as traditional emergency weather supplies. Preparing the home A COVID-19 quarantine could last up to two…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Coronavirus: Avoiding scammers
By PATRICIA SMITH Special to Atmore News As cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) accelerate, scammers are looking for ways to take advantage of the fears surrounding this widespread illness. Many websites are being created to sell bogus products. Scammers are using fake emails, texts, and social media to access money and personal information. Scams are also promoting fake information on awareness and prevention of coronavirus cases in communities. The following…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Casino cookies
Wind Creek Hotel recently ordered 500 St. Patrick’s Day cookies for hotel guests. Since the hotel and all other Wind Creek Alabama properties are closed, half the cookies were donated to staff at Atmore Community Hospital, while the other half were donated to residents of William F. Green State Veterans Home in Bay Minette. Shown, from left, Jordan Plato, Samantha Miller with Wind Creek, Brad Lowery, Kim Miller and Suzanne…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
BOE approves recommendations
News Staff Report The Escambia County Board of Education approved the following recommendations by Superintendent John Knott at a special board meeting Monday, March 9. Resignation 1. Clifford Matthews, teacher, W.S. Neal High School, effective March 2, 2020 Employment 1. Amber Waters, elementary teacher, Huxford Elementary School, effective March 16, 2020 (replacing Cynthia Davis) Expulsion Recommendation that a student be expelled from school for a period of up to one…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago