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64 apply for ECHS coaching position
There was no shortage of candidates seeking to fill the head football coach-athletic director vacancy at Escambia County High School. ECHS Principal Dennis Fuqua confirmed this week that a nationwide search for a new coach and AD has netted more than five dozen candidates from several states, including at least one who is currently employed by the county school system. He said he’s happy with the response. “We had 64…
by Don Fletcher access_time8 years ago
Celebrating Rosa Parks’ legacy – Honoring those who make a difference
The 11th Annual Rosa Parks Breakfast celebrated Mrs. Parks’ legacy as the Mother of the Civil Rights Movement, but it was also a celebration of outstanding citizens. The event was held Saturday, February 4, at Greater Mount Triumph Missionary Baptist Church. As always, Lillie Johnson and the Atmore Family Life Center, members of Lillie’s family, and her “Breakfast Club” (the kitchen crew) were excellent hosts. James Cox, former assistant superintendent…
by Sherry Digmon access_time8 years ago
Obituaries for the week of February 8, 2017
Sidney Selvin Warrick Mr. Sidney Selvin Warrick, age 76, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2016 in Pensacola, Fla. He was a native of Jay, Fla. and has resided in Pensacola most of his life. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Fannie Warrick; three brothers, J.T. Warrick, Dawyan Warrick and Rayford Warrick and sister, Pearl Lambeth. Mr. Warrick is survived by…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Obituaries for the week of February 1, 2017
Patsy Cumbie Taylor Mrs. Patsy Cumbie Taylor, age 55, passed away Monday, January 23, 2017 in Mobile, Ala. She was a native of Atmore, Ala. and a resident of Excel, Ala. for the past twelve years. She was an avid hunter and fisherman. She was a member of the Uriah Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, Willard Cumbie and two brothers, Edwin Jeter and Dannie Jeter.…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago