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Mt. Gillead to hold Usher Day
The congregation of Mt. Gillead Missionary Baptist Church invites all to their Annual Usher Day Sunday, May 7, 3 p.m. The Rev. Charles Jones, First Baptist Church of McCullough, will be the guest preacher. The theme for the service is “Doorkeepers keeping the doors open.” The Scripture is John 10:3 (NLT): “The gate keeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep recognize his voice and come to him. He…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
RP Star Students
These Rachel Patterson Elementary students were named Star Students for March. They are, from left, front, Immogene Godwin, Aria Pate, Kendrick Williams, Taylor Coleman, Zameriea Robinson, Karmelo Dawson, Akeylias Sanders, Darius George; middle, Timothy Melvin, Jahzi Bowens, Brysen Staples, Justin Knight, Tyderion Wiggins, DeRihanna Riley, Jaliyah King; back, Khloe Sanders, Gabriel Rivera, India Finklea, Ja’Quavion Weaver, Briyahna Knott, Janessa Crook. Not pictured is Jaemisyn Taunton.
by Sherry Digmon access_time8 years ago
Calling all kids
Atmore Community Hospital mascot Stitches and the students at Atmore Christian School invite children and adults from across the county to attend the local National Day of Prayer observance on Thursday, May 4, at the Escambia County High School gym. There will be activities for children beginning at 5:30 p.m., with Stitches and with Miss Flippytoes in the RPM trailer. Shown is Shelley Vests’ kindergarten class with Stitches, from left,…
by Don Fletcher access_time8 years ago
United Bank announces promotions
United Bank’s President and CEO Robert R. Jones, III recently announced the promotion of several bank officers. The officers and their new positions are: •Amber Stokes, Mortgage Loan Officer •Carolyn Crane, Senior Vice President •Denise Fuqua, Assistant Loan Operations Officer •John Eringman, Vice President •Wes Young, Senior Vice President “We are pleased to announce the promotions of these officers.” Jones said. “Their influence here at United Bank inspires greatness in…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Large crowd enjoys Easter in the Park
A breezy but pleasant morning, a miniature train, arts and crafts, games and an opportunity to have one’s picture taken with the Easter Bunny combined to provide a perfect setting for Easter in the Park, held Saturday (April 15) at Heritage Park. A crowd estimated at “between 200 and 300” flocked to the park for the communitywide celebration. Some wore jeans and t-shirts; some wore dress-casual attire, and others wore…
by Don Fletcher access_time8 years ago