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ECMS holds meet and greet
Escambia County Middle School held a meet and greet Friday afternoon, August 4. Parents and students were invited to meet the teachers, bring school supplies and tour the school. Shown, Christina McClure, left, talks with one of the school counselors, Jawuan Osborne. Ms. McClure has two children attending the middle school for the first time, one in the fourth grade and one in the fifth.
YLA seeks class members
Youth Leadership Atmore is seeking class members for the upcoming school year. Applications will be available in local schools as well as the Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce beginning August 14. High school juniors from Atmore Christian School, Escambia Academy, Escambia County High School, Northview High School and homeschool may apply. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 5, 2017.…
Yoder joins UB
United Bank’s President and CEO Robert R. Jones, III announced Lauren Yoder has joined United Bank as Assistant Vice President, Brewton Branch Manager. In her role, Yoder will work to build and expand customer relationships while maintaining the daily operations of the Brewton branch and staff. “The addition of Lauren Yoder to our team strengthens our commitment to expanding our presence in the Brewton market.” Jones said. “I am confident…
Food scores released
The following Escambia County food / lodging establishment ratings were released by the Alabama Department of Public Health for July. Ratings are ranked by score, low to high. FSE = Food Service Establishment Waffle House # 1969, Windriver Road N., Atmore, 78, FSE Diamond #6, E. Nashville Ave., Atmore, 85, limited food Church’s Chicken (A) # 1823, Atmore, 87, FSE Ramey’s Supermarket Deli, Atmore, 88, FSE Circle K # 2721573,…
BOE approves personnel recommendations
The Escambia County Board of Education approved the following personnel recommendations by Superintendent John Knott at a called meeting Wednesday, August 2. It’s a common occurrence this time of year for the BOE to hold special meetings to address personnel. Resignations 1. Stephen Murray, science teacher, Escambia County High School, effective July 17, 2017. 2. Jacob Salter, PE teacher, Escambia County Middle School, effective July 24, 2017. 3. Michal Stallworth,…