Atmore Chamber of CommerceSherry Digmon

Chamber honors achievement
By SHERRY DIGMON News Staff Writer A capacity crowd attended the 74th Annual Chamber Gala (annual meeting and banquet) Friday, January 24, at Wind Creek. The evening provided an opportunity to honor individual and business achievements with five awards presented during the evening. A new category this year was New Business of the Year. Dale Ash presented the award to David Strawbridge, The Publican. In an emotional speech, Brandy Fehr…
Ribbon cutting at The Summit
The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for The Summit Assisted Living Friday, January 10. Chamber board members and Ambassadors, friends and family joined the owners and employees for the occasion. Shown are, from left, Emily Wilson, Stephanie Barnes, Tom Tschida, Emilee Waters, Lucille K. Swift, Michael Smith (Owner), David Smith (Owner), Josh Durst (Owner), April Kerns (Administrator), Betty Greenfield, Deontaine Bayne, Jodi James, Dawn Skipper; back,…
Bike ride to the splash pad
The Chamber of Commerce sponsored a first-time community blowout Thursday, July 18, featuring after-hours shopping and a walking audit. In addition, bikers were invited to ride down Trammell Street to the Atmore Splash Pad where Youth Leadership Atmore served hot dogs to support Atmore Area Christian Care Ministry. Shown, bikers arrive at the splash pad.
Ribbon cutting
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on April 26 at Heritage Park for Sign Gypsies in the Country. Shown are, from left, front, Emily Wilson, Erin Hankins, Vickie Cravey, Carrie Lassiter, Ryan Lassiter, Jordan Barnett, Brandy Giger; back, Chuck Brooks, Shawn Rounsavall, Robbie Cale, Ruthie Stephens, Frank Cravey, John Stallworth, Jodi James, Sandy Helton, Emilee Waters, Brandy Giger.
Miss Mayfest Pageant
New venue, new format this year By DON FLETCHER News Staff Writer Those who take part in this year’s Miss Mayfest Pageant, as well as those who come to watch, will find things a little different and a lot more comfortable than for last year’s debut pageant. Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Emily Wilson said this year’s showcase of feminine charm, poise and beauty (for girls between the…