Atmore News

Members of the Yellow Hat Society met for their monthly luncheon recently. The event was even more special because “a spiritual lady” in the community donated new shirts to the group to show her appreciation for the Society’s kindness and goodwill. Shown are, from left, Teresa Dees, Vasaroy Johnson, Janice Reynolds, Vonda Bynum, Lillie Johnson, Ruthie Adams and Ann Lawrence. Not pictured are Shelia Johnson-Williams, Paulette Johnson, Bub Gideons, Tonyaneka…

The University of West Alabama held spring commencement exercises Saturday, May 8, in Tiger Stadium, with President Ken Tucker conferring degrees. The nearly 700 students in the graduating class represent some 25 states across the U.S. and abroad.Among the graduates are two from Atmore:*Sharon Murphy Bachelor of Science, Psychology Andrew Sasser, Bachelor of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications

Participants in the Walk. Organizer Marlo Young is at front right. Rev. Donzell Young is to her right. By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher “Stop the stigma!” was the chant as participants in the Mental Health Awareness Walk held Saturday in Atmore left the former YMCA building and made their way to Tom Byrne Park.The walk was organized by Marlo Young, M.S., Mental Health Service Coordinator, Escambia County School System, to raise…

News Staff Report The Greater Escambia Council for the Arts has set the dates for the next production – “Beverly Hillbillies.” Anyone wishing to see the show will have ample opportunity as the show is running over eight days – Thursday through Saturday, June 17-19 and June 24-26, 7 p.m.; Sunday, June 20 and June 27, 2 p.m.Watch Atmore News for ticket information.CastGranny – Sharon PoulsenJed Clampett – Dietrich BondurantElly…

By CINDY LEE Special to Atmore News The Academic All Star Program was begun in 1985 by the Atmore Rotary Club to recognize students who obtained academic achievement in high school by maintaining all A’s and B’s. The limitations of this academic year required alterations for the Academic All Star Program but the Atmore Rotary Club is proud to have been able to carry on the 36th year of recognition…