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Hundreds enjoy 3rd annual Christmas in the Park
By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Hundreds of children of all ages ignored the soggy turf of Houston Avery Park and the chilly winds that blew across the municipal greenspace on Saturday, December 15, and attended Atmore Youth League’s third annual Christmas in the Park event. Organizer Don Taylor said the weather didn’t seem to faze those who donned coats, scarves and other warm-weather clothing to come out for mass…
Summit holds open house
Owners of The Summit, Atmore’s newest assisted living facility, held an open house Sunday afternoon, December 16. The event seemed more like a reunion than an open house with old friends exchanging hugs and greetings. Shown are, from left, Myrna Monroe, Santa (Phillip Mack), Betty Raley, Sang Hayles, Mrs. Claus (Arelene Mack). News photo by Susan Smith
Ribbon cutting
The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Astound Physical Therapy on 5th Avenue, Friday, December 14. Chamber board members and Ambassadors, friends and family joined the owners and employees for the occasion. Shown holding the scissors is owner and physical therapist Lena Hardy. At her left is her husband Robert Hardy. They were joined by their children Livia, Lilian, and Lyla.
‘Tis the season
Several members of Christian Family Fellowship Ministries delivered gifts to residents at Atmore Nursing Center Monday, Dec. 17. Gift included fleece throws with residents’ names embroidered on them. Shown at ANC are, from left, Mrs. Rosie Holmes, Mrs. Mildred McNeal, Mrs. Gwen Frye, and Mrs. Rosie Davis. Evangelist Gwen Frye is the president and founder of Christian Family Fellowship Ministries.