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A ‘broken Joseph’
By SUSAN MCCONNELL Guest Columnist At the end of every Christmas season, I make a list of items I need to purchase before the next Christmas. This year, when I pulled out my list, there was only one item written on the paper: “I need a Joseph!” No wrapping paper, gift tags, tree lights or bows. Just a Joseph. And then I remembered the manger scene. Joseph was broken! He is made of paper mache and…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
Getting our Christmas tree
By Harvey H. (“Hardy”) Jackson You will note that after Thanksgiving I write a lot about Christmas. You didn’t notice? Well, I do. I love the season. I watch Christmas movies instead of basketball. OK, I’ll watch “Pawn Stars” before basketball. My favorite Christmas movie is “The Lion in Winter.” Some say it isn’t a Christmas movie. They also say it isn’t a comedy. They are wrong. I also go…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
YLA serves
The Youth Leadership Atmore class is a close-knit group. During the year, participating in various activities, they’ve bonded. But on Thursday, December 8, YLA went beyond themselves and participated in a Day of Service. The first stop was Walmart to shop for toys to donate to the LA Bikers Toyz for Kidz ride. Next stop – the Lavan Martin Assisted Living Facility in Poarch where they delivered Christmas cards and…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
YMCA powerlifting competition upcoming
Local men, women and children will soon have a chance to show off their strength and physical abilities in order to help Atmore Area YMCA strengthen its physical structure. A powerlifting competition will be held on Saturday, Feb. 25, at the YMCA’s 501 South Pensacola Avenue headquarters. The event, proceeds from which will support the ongoing renovation of the organization’s facility, will actually consist of several separate competitions. Men and…
by Atmore News access_time8 years ago
RP Elementary Star Students
These Rachel Patterson Elementary students were named Star Students for the month of December. They are, from left, front, Zoe Brown, Diana Garcia, Clayton Hoffman, Braylen America, Chole Johnson, Landon Barnett, Tykeria Wiggins, Marcus Hale; middle, Tamiyah Brown, Donavan Mosley, DiShaye Richardson, Kamari Stallworth, Jaleah Coleman, Jayla Wilson; back, Jamora Hunter, Zeniya Perry, Zoey Wiggins, Roosevelt Jefferson, Tomiyah Thomas, Valeria Franco, Gabriel Rivera. Not pictured, Lekhera Barron Click on photo…
by Donna Fitzpatrick access_time8 years ago