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Foreign investment in American farmland is a threat to National Security
Congressman Jerry Carl Foreign-controlled United States farmland presents serious national security risks to our nation, including the potential for a foreign country such as China to have a massive control over U.S. food production, pricing, and supply chains. We need to work at the local, state, and federal level to learn more about the seriousness of the issue.According to the United States Department of Agriculture, foreign ownership of U.S. farmland…
by Submitted Article access_time3 years ago
NHS wins big over Blountstown
By MCKENNA SIMMONSNews Sports Writer The Northview High School Chiefs had yet another great win on the road last Friday night, October 7, in Blountstown. Even though it was a long ride for the Chiefs, their performance did not falter. With a final score of 49-0, it is safe to say their season is continuing to look promising. Northview is currently undefeated with a stellar record of 6-0.In the first…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Escambia Academy claims first region win
By PATRICK BYRDNews Sports Writer The Escambia Academy Cougars visited unfamiliar territory for the first time in several weeks on Friday, October 7, as they travelled to Carrollton to face the Pickens Academy Pirates. This was also the Cougars’ first region game in several weeks; going into this game, the Cougars were 2-3 overall and 0-2 region.The Cougars had a rocky start upon entering the stadium when their charter bus…
by Atmore News access_time3 years ago
Lions learn about loans
Bryan Chandler Special to Atmore News The Atmore Lions Club met Wednesday, October 5, in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church. Lions Club President Chuck Brooks presided and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. He also gave the blessing. Marlo Young was introduced as a guest to the 18 members and guests who were present.Lion Patty Davis introduced our speaker for the meeting, Bryan Chandler who is…
by Submitted Article access_time3 years ago
Murphree is new county Extension Coordinator
Shown at Extension Coordinators with coalition members at their recent meeting, from left, front, Anna Ellis Anthony Wiggins, Millie Murphree, Dale Ash; back, Shinora Redmond, David Dobson, Mayor Jim Staff, Emilee Craft. Not pictured is Sherry Digmon. By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher Millie Murphree is the new County Extension Coordinator in Escambia County, stepping into the position vacated by Anthony Wiggins who is now the county coordinator in Monroe County. Friday,…
by Sherry Digmon access_time3 years ago