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Huxford Elementary students honored
Honorable Hornets for the month of August were chosen by their teachers because they exhibit this month’s character trait of honesty. These students were rewarded Thursday, September 3, with a special snack time and a certificate. Honorable Hornets are, from left, front, Ava Baggett, Noah Stanford, Raylin Lambeth, Lexi Holland, Jesse Smedley, Izayah English, Sophia Rutherford, and Harmony Blackbear; back, Raley Worth, Dalyn Lambert, Jackson Odom, Heaven Li Hartley, Annsleigh…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Rabb returns, but JUB still falls short
By JOSH FRYE News Sportswriter J.U. Blacksher High’s Bulldogs are still in search of their first win of the season after being defeated by Monroe County, 26-22, last Thursday, September 3. Blacksher standout, K.D. Rabb returned to action this week, scoring three touchdowns, but it wasn’t enough. Rabb drew first blood, scoring on a 1-yard run, and Quarterback Lathon Owens fired a pass to Deon Hill for a successful two-point…
by Josh Frye access_time6 years ago
Blue Devils still can’t get untracked
ECHS’s Jeremiah George (12) drops for a pass during Friday’s game against Mobile Christian. By JOSH FRYE News Sportswriter Escambia County High is still in search of its first win after being shut out for the third week in a row. The Blue Devils fell 28-0 to Mobile Christian last Friday, September 4. The Leopards drew first blood early, blocking a Blue Devils punt and running it in for a…
by Josh Frye access_time6 years ago
Gospel singing held
American Legion Post 90 hosted a free gospel concert by the band Retro Saturday, September 5. Those in attendance were encouraged to observe social distancing and to wear masks. Legion dances will resume when it is deemed safe. Shown are the band members, Dannie King, Terry Smith, Paul Lundy, Albert Countryman, and James “Chief” Peters.
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
No parole for man who assaulted FPD officer
Hawkins By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer A Frisco City man, convicted in 2018 of assaulting a Flomaton police officer, was denied parole August 27 after a hearing by the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. Brandon L. Hawkins, who was also arrested for second-degree theft of property in Baldwin County and on a failure-to-appear warrant on a Monroe County charge of manufacturing a controlled substance, is currently serving a…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago