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Mayor supports Guard, Reserve
Charlotte Boyle, volunteer with Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), spends much of her time talking with civic and community leaders about the importance of support for the National Guard and Reserve and she asks them to sign a statement of support. Shown, Atmore Mayor Jim Staff signs a statement showing the city’s support for the Guard and Reserve.
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Retirees honored
Sixteen employees with the Escambia County school system were honored with a reception Tuesday, May 16, at Flomaton High School. The 16 represented almost 400 years in the system. Only five attended the reception, but all were recognized. Debra Hester McCann, teacher, 35.79 years, retired at A.C. Moore Elementary Lawrence Goldsmith, culinary arts teacher, 22 years, retired at Escambia County High School Vangela Franklin, teacher aide, 25.90 years, retired at…
by Sherry Digmon access_time8 years ago
UB movie night features Moana, benefits Y
United Bank joins with the Atmore YMCA for a great cause as part of its Screen on the Green 2017 dinner and outdoor movie. The event will be held Friday, June 2, at Heritage Park, featuring Moana. Atmore YMCA staff will be on site from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., selling Monroe sausage dogs and hamburgers to benefit the Atmore YMCA. Each plate includes chips and a drink for $5. Proceeds from…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Turtle Point raising funds on Redbasket.org
Turtle Point Science Center in Flomaton is raising funds to renovate the boardwalk, one of the most popular parts of the center. According to Director Jackie Word, donations may be made through Redbasket.org, a nonprofit crowdfunding website made available through WoodmenLife. Your donation is tax-deductible and every penny you contribute goes directly to Turtle Point. The campaign is open for 41 more days. Following is some of the information about…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Lions sponsor delegates to forum
Atmore Lions Club is sponsoring two high school students to attend Troy University June 16-18 for the Alabama High School Leadership Forum. Selected to represent Escambia County High School are juniors Zaria Smith and Keyaira Wilson. The award presentation was made by Lion Bub Gideons. The students will have a weekend on the Troy campus, with other high school students from all over the state. The program includes keynote speakers…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago