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Escambia County High School principal Amy Cabaniss, at right (wearing a face shield), and assistant principal Kevin Everette, left, are shown raising the Alabama flag on the first day of school Friday, August 7. Cabaniss said the American flag and the Alabama flag will fly every day on campus.

By JUSTIN MILLER Special to Atmore News The idea of wearing a mask has been a somewhat controversial issue. Some Americans question the effectiveness that wearing a mask has on the prevention of spreading or contracting COVID-19. For Alabamians, Governor Kay Ivey recently extended the Alabama mask mandate until at least August 31. Professionals from the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Auburn University discuss the science behind wearing a mask…

Teachers and administrators at Escambia County Middle School hosted a drive-thru open house Thursday, August 6. Parents and students had a chance to see their teachers and drop off supplies. Teachers – with masks and face shields – held up signs with their name, grade and subject.

Special to Atmore News COVID-19 has school-aged children across the state and country confined to their homes and limiting their activities and social engagement. That is why Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama (GSSA) wants you to know that Girl Scouts is NOT cancelled! GSSA is bringing the exploration, fun, and learning of Girl Scouts to your family even when circumstances are holding you back from other activities. After all, Girl…

Everyone please say hello to this cutie! Blake is just hanging out waiting for his “furever” family to come adopt him! Blake is a one-and-a-half year old, 20-pound Beagle mix that is very loving and super friendly with other dogs and people. He enjoys cuddle time just as much as he does play time. Blake is up to date on vaccinations and available for adoption with a $100 adoption fee,…