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By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Escambia County has topped the 100 mark, according to figures released Tuesday, June 16, by Alabama Department of Public Health and Escambia County Healthcare Authority. The twice-weekly report shows that 107 cases of the novel coronavirus, including 19 over the past seven days, have been confirmed among county residents. Eighty-one of those are from samples taken…

Crop duster goes down near family home Gideons By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer An Escambia County man was killed early Tuesday (June 16) when his crop duster plane crashed in a remote area northwest of Atmore. Authorities have not identified the victim, but family members said the plane, which went down near a gravel-pit lake off Gideons Lake Road, was piloted by Eddie Gideons. Escambia County Sheriff Health Jackson…

During the meeting, the Rev. Andy Gartman talked about a book he recently read that was an eye-opener for him concerning race relations. By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The group of more than a dozen ministers who met last Thursday, June 4, with elected city officials and local law enforcement officials apparently know what needs to be done to bring Atmore residents of different races together. All wanted assurance…

APD Chief Chuck Brooks By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer One of the most significant things to evolve from the June 4 meeting between local ministers, city officials and local law enforcement was the criticism leveled by Atmore’s and Escambia County’s top law enforcement officers at the way the Federal Bureau of Investigation handled a recent standoff with a North Carolina murder suspect. Several hours of negotiations failed to spur…

Nall Note: The following announcement was submitted by the candidate. I would like to announce that I am running for reelection for Atmore City Council District one. I have lived and worked in Atmore my entire life. I recently retired from Pepsi after 52 years. I have 24 years experience on council. I have worked with 3 different mayors. I would appreciate your vote and support. Thanks!