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* November 30 – December 3 – Greater Escambia Council for the Arts performances of A Christmas Story, Thursday through Friday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets available at the door, $7 for GECA members, $10 for non-members. * December 2, Saturday – Christmas in Perdido, 8 a.m. until 2 p.m., at Perdido School. Breakfast with Santa is 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. The cost is $5. Arts and crafts,…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
Getting ready for holidays? So are criminals
Stores and shops across Atmore and Escambia County began experiencing the holiday business rush last weekend. And, while retail outlets were getting ready to usher in their busiest time of the year, another element was also formulating its holiday game plan. Each year, some of the good cheer and festive atmosphere created by the onset of Christmas is offset by the work of professional and amateur criminals who take advantage…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Fountain named headmaster at EA; Heigle resigns
Officials of Escambia Academy have issued the following statement regarding the school’s administration:   “The Board of Directors of Escambia Academy has announced that Assistant Headmaster Hugh Fountain has been elevated to the position of Headmaster.   “Former Headmaster Wade Heigle resigned his post as headmaster, effective immediately.” For more details on the story, read Wednesday’s Atmore News. 
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago
YMCA offering adult soccer, youth flag football
Atmore Area YMCA, along with Atmore Soccer Inc., has decided to take the Y’s successful youth soccer program to the next level. Registration for the new Adult Recreational Soccer program will continue until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 29. Games are set to begin on Saturday, January 20. Players from all skill levels are welcome to compete in the new program. Each player must pay a registration fee of $30,…
by Don Fletcher access_time6 years ago
Community Calendar
A fundraiser for Congressman Bradley Byrne planned for Monday, December 4 has been cancelled due to Congress being in session. The Escambia County (Ala.) Historical Society will have its annual Christmas Party on Tuesday, December 5, 2-4 p.m. at the McMillan Museum, located on the Brewton campus of Coastal Alabama Community College (formerly JDCC). The ECHS Class of ’83 is planning a 35th Year Reunion for May 10-13, 2018 with…
by Atmore News access_time6 years ago