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Pond workshop set
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is holding a seminar on recreational pond management later this month. The subject matter will vary from water quality and fertilization to stocking and vegetation management considerations. The seminar will be held Tuesday, March 21, 6 p.m., at the Extension building, 175 Ag-Science Drive, Suite D, Brewton. Please note: There is no cost to attend the seminar but registration is required. To register, please contact…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
WCH Facebook contest to benefit charities
Wind Creek Hospitality (WCH) is giving area non-profit organizations an opportunity to win a share of $125,000. This contest will run in tandem with the Wind Creek Multimillion Dollar Winner’s Express promotion kicking off April 1st. Entering is simple: Go to any Facebook page for Wind Creek Wetumpka, Wind Creek Montgomery, Wind Creek Atmore or Wind Creek Hospitality through March 17, 2017. Submit a short video describing your organization and how…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Chili cook-off crowd light but enthusiastic – With photo gallery
A light but enthusiastic crowd turned out for Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce’s second annual Chili Cook-off, held Saturday (March 4) at Heritage Park. Fewer than 100 individuals were drawn to the park by the smells that emanated from cauldrons of bubbling concoctions consisting of various meats, light and dark beans, an occasional vegetable and peppers, plenty of peppers. And each vat of spicy stew also contained at least one…
by Don Fletcher access_time8 years ago
Learning to Cope
Seven individuals graduated last Wednesday (February 22) from the six-week Living Well Alabama workshop conducted at Atmore Area YMCA. The workshop, taught by lead instructor Carol Massey (Living Well Alabama Health and Wellness Coordinator for the South Alabama Regional Planning Commission’s Area Agency on Aging) and co-instructor Joanne Kralik, is a self-management course designed to help people with chronic illnesses better cope with their condition. Shown, from left, are David…
by Don Fletcher access_time8 years ago