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Wallace, 2 new BOE members sworn in
From left, Superintendent of Education Dr. Michele Collier, Probate Judge Doug Agerton, school board members Greg Dawkins, Coleman Wallace and Jerry Wilson. By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer The highlight of last Friday’s meeting (November 15) of the Escambia County Board of Education was the swearing in of two newly elected members and one incumbent member who ran without opposition. But the BOE also approved the spending of almost $184,000…
by Don Fletcher access_time1 month ago
52nd Pow Wow set
Special to Atmore News You’re invited to experience the rich culture of the Poarch Creek Indians at their 52nd annual Pow Wow this Thanksgiving, November 28 and 29, in Atmore. This 2-day homecoming event will highlight the Tribe’s rich cultural heritage and is one of its most unique and enduring Thanksgiving traditions.The event is full of family-friendly activities for all ages, including one of the most popular events – dance…
by Atmore News access_time1 month ago
City burn ban, statewide fire advisory lifted
By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Recent rainfall, along with the lifting by Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC) officials of a statewide fire danger advisory, has prompted the lifting of the burn ban in effect across the city of Atmore.“Yep, I’m lifting the burn ban, effective today [Monday],” said Atmore Fire Chief Ron Peebles, who added that certain provisions of city code must still be followed.“You still can’t burn within 100 feet…
by Don Fletcher access_time1 month ago
RPES students ‘raise the roof’ in honor of veterans
First-graders lifted their voices and their hands during ‘The Eleven-Eleven March.’ By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer Most of the more than 500 Rachel Patterson Elementary School (RPES) students who crowded into the RPES cafeteria for the school’s Veterans Day tribute last Friday, November 15, obeyed Principal Jennifer Lee’s admonishment to use “zero-voice level.” Until it was their turn to sing.The youngsters remained mostly quiet during the portions of the program…
by Don Fletcher access_time1 month ago
Let’s get to work
Congressman Jerry Carl The American people made their voices heard loud and clear on November 5th. After 4 years of failed leadership by the Biden-Harris administration, folks in Alabama and all across this country are ready for new leadership so we can get this country back on track. Thankfully, Republicans kept control of the House, flipped the Senate, and won back the White House. Now, it’s time for us to…
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