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Walker, Staff cleared to vote on hospital land donation By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The Alabama Ethics Commission has removed the final hurdle that has prevented Atmore City Council members from making a final decision on whether or not to donate municipal land for a new hospital. City Clerk Becca Smith confirmed Monday, March 4, that City Attorney Larry Wettermark had received an informal opinion from state ethics officials,…
by Don Fletcher access_time7 years ago
Million-dollar bond set for 2
Six arrested by APD, ECSO News Staff Report Numerous details regarding the six people arrested February 22 and 23 during a special detail carried out jointly by officers of the Atmore Police Department and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office were not available by last week’s press deadline. Following is a more detailed look at the suspects: •Joshua Hall, 29, of a Harris Street address in Atmore; charged with trafficking in…
by Don Fletcher access_time7 years ago
Obituaries for week of March 3, 2019
Gary Jay Green Mr. Gary Jay Green, age 62, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019 in Pensacola, Fla. He was a native of Brewton, Ala., raised in Jay, Fla. and had resided in Bratt, Fla. for most of his life. He was a drummer with local groups, such as Drivin Wheel and Dream Catcher. Mr. Green is survived by one brother, Greg (Pam Long) of Bratt; three nephews, Todd Green,…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago
DKG offers grant-in-aid for future teachers
The Gamma Omega Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is pleased to announce the Annie Ruth Whitten Grant-In-Aid for high school senior girls who have chosen to go into the field of education. The purpose of this organization is to promote professional and personal growth of its members and excellence in education and to lead women educators to impact education nationwide, This grant-in-aid will be at least $150. Interested…
by Atmore News access_time7 years ago