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Crews from Pitts Dozier Service in Brewton began last week demolishing the remains of First Presbyterian Church of Atmore (FPC). The local house of worship was effectively destroyed March 15 when lightning struck it, igniting a blaze that required more than 40 firefighters from seven area agencies to bring it under control. Larry Houk, a church elder, said the demolition and removal of debris will take two-to-three more weeks, weather…

Digmon Note: The following announcement was submitted by the candidate. My name is Ernie Digmon, and I am announcing my candidacy for Mayor of Atmore. My mother is Letty Digmon, a longtime resident of our town, and my father was Jimmy Digmon (deceased 1997). This is my hometown and I am proud of where I have come from.I graduated with honors from Escambia County High School in 1997. I am…

Comalander McNeil By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Two McDavid, Fla. men were arrested — one here, one in Florida — after one of them apparently stole a four-wheel ATV from a local business then returned it, and the other later stole the same vehicle again.According to Atmore Police Department (APD) reports, an officer was sent May 19 to Parker & Sons, a construction contractor located just off U.S. 31, on…

Lassiter takes mayor’s seat; city qualifying starts next week Shawn Lassiter signs necessary paperwork for changes By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Although qualifying for city offices won’t begin until next week, the first step in what will be a “new” city government took place Monday morning, June 2, when Shawn Lassiter was formally installed as Acting Mayor.Lassiter replaces Jim Staff, who was not in attendance. Staff served as the city’s…

Roberts News Staff Report A live performance by reigning American Idol winner Jamal Roberts will highlight the free Bee More Summer Festival, set for Saturday, June 14, at Boxcar Willie Park.Roberts, from Meridian, Miss., is fresh off his victory in the singing competition. He will bring his soulful and powerful vocals to the festival, capping off a day that will include live music, local food vendors, artisan crafts and family-friendly…