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Will have students job-ready David Lanier addresses the board. Amy Cabaniss is seated at left. By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer When members of the Atmore Industrial Development Board met August 10 to hear that prospects were more than good that a massive peanut processing plant would locate here, it wasn’t the only good news they heard. Before the peanut mill was discussed, the AIDB members — Chairman Richard Maxwell,…

By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer A Monroeville man was arrested on numerous charges Friday after he led police on a high-speed chase along two city streets. Atmore Police Chief Chuck Brooks said this week that 20-year-old Jaden Smith was taken into custody after a brief foot chase that took place when he wrecked his vehicle at West Park after running through the stop sign at Ridgeley Street and Wilson…

New D4 rep guaranteed; all incumbents face challengers By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Atmore’s last city election cycle, in 2016, saw opposition in only one race. That won’t be the case this year. Fifteen individuals are seeking six offices up for grabs in the municipal election — set to take place next Tuesday, August 25 — including at least one challenger for each incumbent and a guaranteed new face…

Norman Note: The following announcement was submitted by the candidate. Angelia Norman, 21 year Department of Corrections career woman, and lifetime citizen of Atmore, Alabama would like to say thanks for this opportunity to be someone who has a say in the community, someone who can really get out and help the community in a big way. I’m doing this not for me, but for the people! Taking care of…

Giger Note: The following announcement was submitted by the candidate. Brandy Giger is excited and proud to throw her hat in the ring and officially announce her candidacy for Atmore City Council District 4. Giger was raised in Atmore, and has lived here for most of her life. She is the daughter of Terrill and Renee Rigsby. Giger has been married to Zac for 12 years and they have two…