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Stomp the Yard is Saturday
Atmore’s Houston Avery Park will come alive with the squeals and laughter of children on Saturday, when Destiny Worship Center presents its 11th Annual Stomp the Yard event. Billed as “a gathering of gifted youth,” the five-hour, free youth explosion will begin at noon and continue until 5 p.m. “Everything is free for the kids,” said Felicia Bishop, co-pastor of the local church. “It’s just a big fun day at…
Educational overview
Six Escambia County School System officials appeared at the September 28 session of Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce’s Breakfast With an Elected Official. The executive-level educators provided about 20 local business people with an update and overview of the progress made within the system, including an improved showing on standardized tests, over the past 12 months. Shown, from left, are Chamber President Chris Singleton, Superintendent John Knott, Escambia County High…
Ribbon cutting held
A ribbon cutting was held Wednesday, September 20, for Addictive Fitness on Church Street. Chamber directors and personnel and Chamber Ambassadors welcomed owner Shane Rolin to the Atmore business community. Shown are, from left, Eboni Williams, Lazarrian Boykin, Keyaira Wilson, Mallorie Beachy, Jordan Barnett, Austin Williams, Chris Singleton, Rodney Lee, Shane Rolin, Myrna Monroe, Sandy Helton, Pate Robinson, Jackson Breckenridge.