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APD officers, at left, await the arrival of a tow truck, while at right city firemen remove wreck debris from the entry lanes to Walmart, where a two-vehicle collision occurred Friday morning, March 7. Atmore police, two Medstar ambulances and Atmore firefighters were sent around 9:30 a.m. to the crash site. Police reports show that a 2015 Buick Lacrosse and a 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo were involved. The driver of…
by Atmore News access_time2 days ago
Dobson seeks seat on city council
Dobson Note: The following announcement was submitted by the candidate. I am excited to announce my intention to run for the district 4 city council seat in this upcoming election. I believe that Atmore is growing, and with that growth I would like to do my part in positively impacting this city that I love so much. My grandmother, Debbie Rowell, founded Southern Real Estate in 1979, and I’ve worked…
by Submitted Article access_time2 days ago
Celebrate social workers and their contributions during March
Special to Atmore News March is Social Work Month, a month to celebrate social work professionals and their many contributions to the state and nation. The theme for 2025 is “Social Work: Compassion + Action.” This theme emphasizes how social workers dedicate their lives to helping others while addressing societal challenges and promoting well-being.In the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), social workers serve as members of a multi-disciplinary team…
by Atmore News access_time2 days ago
Plan now for ECTS Gathering
News Staff Report The annual Escambia County Training School Eagles Gathering will be different this year. Founder and organizer Barbara Poole Harris wants her classmates to know in plenty of time to make plans to attend.The date for the Gathering is October 18 at Wind Creek. The cost per person is $70, and the deadline to make your reservation is July 31. Please note: no refunds; no cash or checks…
by Atmore News access_time2 days ago
Felony arrests
Atmore man, initially asleep at wheel, leads APD on felony-level chase By DON FLETCHERNews Staff Writer The following felony arrests were reported by officers of the Atmore Police Department (APD) during the period March 2-8:Jordan Lassiter Lassiter The 29-year-old Atmore man was jailed March 8 after police investigated a report of an unconscious man who was behind the wheel of a moving vehicle.According to police reports, officers were sent around…
by Don Fletcher access_time2 days ago