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Church seeking pictures for history
Walnut Hill Baptist Church has under gone many changes over the past century since its beginning in a one-room school building. On August 4, 2019, the congregation will celebrate their 100-year anniversary. Anyone who has had any affiliation with Walnut Hill Baptist Church is asked to search for pictures of themselves (and/or family members) at previous homecomings services at WHBC. Also, of special interest are formal pictures of the men…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
A cause to celebrate
In the world of healthcare, surveys and accreditation guidelines assure that standards are maintained. Rarely does a facility come through an annual standard survey deficiency free – meaning there are no areas that need improvement or need to be corrected. But recently Atmore Nursing Center recently completed their annual survey and came through it deficiency free – for the first time in at least 32 years, according to Administrator Morgan…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
Law Day
High school seniors get peek into local justice system By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer More than 100 high school seniors from three Atmore-area schools got a brief but eye-opening peek into the workings of the local judicial system during the county’s annual Law Day observance, held May 2-3 at the county courthouse in Brewton. The local students — from Escambia Academy, Escambia County High School and Atmore Christian School…
by Don Fletcher access_time7 years ago
Get a hug – Give a hug
By SHERRY DIGMON News Publisher While you’re at Mayfest Saturday, you may drop by the Destiny Worship Center tent. There you’ll see something unusual – blindfolded people with outstretched arms. Pastor Dr. Bernard and First Lady Felicia Bishop are bringing a new project to Mayfest – Love Like Jesus Loves. “This is an opportunity for us to show love to the community,” Felicia Bishop said. “We’ll have volunteers who will…
by Sherry Digmon access_time7 years ago
Precious puppy alert!
Special to Atmore News Adorable Bunny is a nine-week-old female lab mix. Bunny has a small foot deformity, but it does not restrict her walking / running or playing in any way. She is up to date on vaccinations and available for adoption with a $100 adoption fee, which includes spay. Please make plans to come meet Bunny Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Atmore /…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago