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The Christmas House
A photograph doesn’t do it justice. The late Mary Gibbs’ house on Pensacola Avenue has long been known as the Christmas House – and for good reason. Every year, her house is decorated with ribbons and bows, poinsettias and lights and snowmen and wreaths. Even though Mrs. Gibbs passed away earlier this year, her family kept the tradition alive. There are a number of houses around town with yards of…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Merry Christmas
Congressman Jerry Carl The House is back in session this week wrapping up a few last-minute items before we adjourn for the year. This Congress has been a challenge fighting back against Democrats in Congress and the Biden administration, but I’m proud of the work we’ve accomplished for south Alabama.Over the course of the last few years, I’ve held public town halls in virtually every community in our district. If…
by Submitted Article access_time3 years ago
Filipino Mass at St Robert
A Filipino Mass was celebrated at St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church Sunday afternoon, December 18. Celebrant was the Reverend Lito J. Capeding, Port Chaplain, Archdiocese of Mobile. The Mass was in Filipino and English. Shown are, from left, the Rev. Joseph Chacko, Pia Gorme, Rhecy Currie, Amor Wilson, Athena Wilson, Rev. Lito Capeding, Emma Holder, Leila Warren, Juno Wilson, Lily Warren, Paolo Gorme, Kharina Gorme, Susan Barrow, Mary Ann McMillan…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Almost 1,000 cans
Rachel Patterson Elementary School students, parents, staff and partners collected 978 canned and non-perishable food items during this year’s Christmas Canned Food Drive, the school’s third annual drive. The donated food weighs a total of 1,200 pounds (6 tons). Mrs. Emmons’s second-grade class collected 106 items to lead the way for the second straight year and win a pizza party. Mrs. Johnson’s second-grade class collected the second-most items, 98, and…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Prevent hypothermia
Recognize and get medical attention if symptoms occur Special to Atmore News Staying warm, keeping well informed and taking extra precautions is extremely important during times of extremely cold weather, such as the coming days when below freezing temperatures are predicted. Everyone should remember to lower risks of cold-weather health problems by dressing in multiple layers to help retain body heat, limit time outdoors, and remove wet clothing immediately.When exposed…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago