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A CSX train continued at 2:45 p.m. Monday (September 23) to block traffic at numerous crossings in downtown Atmore. Police Chief Chuck Brooks said the stranded train, which has been at a standstill for more than an hour, has “lost air pressure.” He said CSX has mechanics on the way to fix the problem and urged motorists to use patience. A map on the CSX website indicates that crossings at…

News Staff Report Atmore Fire Chief Ron Peebles announced Tuesday, September 17, that any and all outside burning has been banned within the city limits until further notice. Peebles said the ban would be lifted only after the city receives sufficient rainfall to lessen the chance of fires spreading through the parched community. “It won’t be after the next thunderstorm,” he said. “It will only be after we get a…

By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The informal and unstructured workshop held Monday, September 16, by Atmore’s mayor and city council was designed for discussion of long-range goals and plans. But it was a matter of more immediate importance that was one of the most discussed items during the workshop, which was held at Atmore Public Library. Council members will introduce an ordinance at their September 23 meeting to call…