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Offering Comfort
by BONNIE BARTEL LATINO   Former Atmore resident, the Reverend William Blackburn recently heard that I have not been well for quite some time. In early May, the Southern Baptist minister from Fort Smith, Arkansas sent me a most delightful and inspirational gift. The present is an audio CD of William reading selected Psalms with glorious background music. I find it comforting and relaxing. Having grown up in Atmore with…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Directory has sheriff’s phone numbers wrong
News Staff Report Escambia County (Ala.) Sheriff’s Office officials announced two ECSO phone numbers published in the most recent phone directory contain errors. The prefixes for these two numbers are incorrect. The correct phone numbers are: main office, 251-809-0741, and Brewton office 251-867-0304. ECSO officials, who say the phone numbers will be corrected in the next publication of the phone directory, apologize for any inconvenience caused by these errors. Additionally,…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Protecting a Gulf Coast tradition
Down here on the Gulf Coast, fishing is a way of life for many people. It is a tradition that spans generations and is one way we bond with our family and friends. In fact, some of my fondest memories happened while casting a reel. I remember my father showing me how to bait a hook and teaching me about the patience of waiting for a bite. I enjoy carrying…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Teens of the 60s dance coming up
News Staff Report If you’d like to reconnect with classmates from your high school days … if you’d like to go back to the 60s, the decade of bell-bottoms, mini-skirts, maxi-skirts, psychedelic colors, long hair, the big afro, and jamming music, then you’ll want to attend the Teens of the 60s Dance. Sponsored by the Escambia County Training School Class of 1968, the dance is set for Friday, June 29,…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Habitat holding fundraiser
Special to Atmore News The summer fundraiser to benefit Escambia County Habitat for Humanity is a win-win for everyone, according to Lisa Tindell, executive director for the organization. “We are doing our second summer cash giveaway as our latest fundraiser,” Tindell said. “The drawing for the cash prizes will be held July 4.” Tindell said prizes for the drawing will be $500 for first prize, $250 for second prize and…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago