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Walker named 2025 DYW of Escambia County
T.R. Miller High School’s Edie Walker was named the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) of Escambia County June 29 during a program at Flomaton High School’s auditorium. DYW is a national scholarship program that inspires high school girls to develop their full, individual potential through a fun, transformative experience that culminates in a showcase of […] The post Walker named 2025 DYW of Escambia County appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Book signing held June 27 for third edition of ‘Remember that time…’
Old stories and memories were shared during Dr. Max Parker’s book signing of the third edition of “Escambia County Training School: Remember that time… Stories Never Told” June 27 at the PCRC Building in Atmore. A full program, including presentations of gifts, the school song being sung and a speaker, unfolded for the alumni that […] The post Book signing held June 27 for third edition of ‘Remember that time…’ appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Sales Tax Holiday is July 19-21
The Back to School Sales Tax Holiday will be held from 12:01 a.m. July 19 until midnight July 21. The city of Atmore is participating in the annual holiday, which exempts sales tax on certain items. A list of items that are tax exempt can be found here. The post Sales Tax Holiday is July 19-21 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore man found lying in roadway, arrested for drug possession
An Atmore man was arrested this morning on drug possession charges, according to officials. Atmore Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Taurus Smith, 49, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. McMann said at approximately 7:55 this morning, an APD […] The post Atmore man found lying in roadway, arrested for drug possession appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Petting zoo featured at final Summer Reading Program for 2024
Uncle Joe’s Petting Zoo highlighted today’s final Summer Reading Program at Atmore Public Library. Kids got the chance to pet goats, a little chicken and a rabbit, among others. This year’s theme was Adventure Begins at Your Library. This year’s entertainment included a poodle show, wild west rope show and animal tales. Additionally, awards were […] The post Petting zoo featured at final Summer Reading Program for 2024 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
City of Atmore to launch community newsletter
City of Atmore officials announced today the launch of a new community newsletter. The newsletter is designed to keep residents informed and engaged with local news, events and updates from city officials, officials said in a release. The initiative is part of the city’s commitment to enhancing communication and fostering a sense of community. The […] The post City of Atmore to launch community newsletter appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
City adopts fiber optic ordinances
The Atmore City Council adopted ordinances to grant a non-exclusive franchise to Southern Light LLC and Uniti Fiber Gulf Co. LLC to construct and maintain fiber optic transmission lines in the city during its regular meeting Monday. The adopted ordinances – 03-2024 and 04-2024 – were adopted after resolution 2024-08 was adopted authorizing the same […] The post City adopts fiber optic ordinances appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Beekeepers monitor hives for Africanized honeybees after confirmed detection in Alabama
Special to the Advance The Apiary Protection Unit of the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) confirmed the presence of Africanized honeybees (AHBs) in beehives in Jackson and St. Clair counties through genetic testing. Officials at ADAI are developing a strategic monitoring plan for AHBs. Swarm traps will be placed within a five- to […] The post Beekeepers monitor hives for Africanized honeybees after confirmed detection in Alabama appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Escambia County cooperative library system’s Books-By-Mail program awarded literacy grant
The Escambia County Cooperative Library System’s Books-By-Mail program recently was awarded a $3,000 Dollar General Literacy Foundation grant, according to officials. Director Geri Albritton said the grant program supports organizations, schools and libraries who meet certain criteria, including targets Pre-K through 12th grade students are who are new readers; below grade level readers; or assists […] The post Escambia County cooperative library system’s Books-By-Mail program awarded literacy grant appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Pensacola, Fla. man arrested after being wanted for grand theft
A Pensacola, Fla. man was arrested June 22 after being wanted for grand theft, according to the Atmore Police Department. Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said Kenneth McCall, 27, was wanted by the Pensacola Police Department for grant theft. McMann said at approximately 2:40 p.m. on the day of the arrest, APD officers were […] The post Pensacola, Fla. man arrested after being wanted for grand theft appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore Lions Club holds first ever Homerun Derby, Softball Tournament June 21-22
The Atmore Lions Club held its first ever Softball Classic and Homerun Derby June 21-22 in Poarch. Josh Burkett Jr. and Taylor Kilpatrick finished first and second, respectively, in the homerun derby Friday night. Fincher Timber Co. finished first place in the softball tournament with team MNB finishing second. The tournament was held to raise […] The post Atmore Lions Club holds first ever Homerun Derby, Softball Tournament June 21-22 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
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