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Varner resigns as superintendent of Brewton City Schools
It was standing room only Thursday afternoon at the Brewton City Board of Education’s special called meeting that ended with the planned departure of Dr. Kenneth Varner as the system’s superintendent. As the Board President Ann Peach called the meeting to order, only one item was on the agenda for the meeting — personnel action. […] The post Varner resigns as superintendent of Brewton City Schools appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Update: Flood watch affecting South Alabama Friday and Saturday
On Thursday at 7:39 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated flood watch valid from Friday midnight until Saturday 1 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. The weather service comments, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible."
Multiple rounds of storms cause damage; more rain end of week
In multiple rounds of storms that began last Friday, areas in and around Brewton suffered damage and power outages with many trees reportedly downed as a result of straight-line winds. On Friday, areas south of Brewton around Munson and Jay, and Century, Fla., suffered with downed trees that caused wide-spread power outages. Power providers dispatched […] The post Multiple rounds of storms cause damage; more rain end of week appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
Huxford Elementary, ECSS officials hold informational meeting on new classroom, gym addition
To say Huxford Elementary School officials and students are excited about the proposed forthcoming classroom and gym additions is an understatement. PH&J Architects Inc. of Montgomery on May 15 provided the Huxford community, Escambia County School System officials and interested stakeholders an informational meeting on the planned addition. Principal Leah Fuqua said HES is the […] The post Huxford Elementary, ECSS officials hold informational meeting on new classroom, gym addition appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
"Memories of Main Street" - a history of downtown Atmore
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - “Memories of Main Street” was released in October 2023 as a way to record the history of downtown buildings and businesses in Atmore, Alabama. Not only does the author show in pictures and tell in words about the architecture of the store buildings, but also delves into the businesses which were located in them over the years. Vivid descriptions of store layouts and people working in the business help bring their history to life.
Bozeman upset by Jay in 1A State Championship
FORT MYERS, Fla. (WMBB) – The state title curse still lingers for the Bozeman baseball team as they were upset by Jay 6-3 in the Class 1A State Final on Thursday night. The Bucks finished the season 27-4, matching their most wins in program history and reaching the title game for just the second time.
ECHS Class of 2024 dances, celebrates commencement exercises
After it was all said and done, the Escambia County High School Class of 2024 danced in celebration tonight during commencement exercises at Herbert Barnes Stadium in Atmore. Ninety-three seniors received their high school diplomas, and turned their tassels in a ceremony that featured a rousing crowed filled with family and friends and big smiles. […] The post ECHS Class of 2024 dances, celebrates commencement exercises appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
A few strong storms possible for south Alabama Monday
Rain and storms were moving across parts of Alabama on Monday and will remain possible through the afternoon hours. The National Weather Service in Mobile issued multiple severe thunderstorm warnings earlier on Monday and there has been some storm damage reported. Trees have been reported down in the Appleton area...
Thunderstorms with penny-sized hail to hit Southwest Alabama Monday
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Monday at 6:38 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 7:15 a.m. for Monroe, Conecuh and Escambia counties. Expect penny-sized hail (0.75 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 6:37 a.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Uriah,...
Recent clean-up nets tons of trash
Escambia County Commissioners head about tons of trash and debris being disposed of during the recent Earth Day observation across the entire county. County Engineer Parker Ross said the event brought residents to dumpsters set up across the county with what ended up being “tons” of trash and debris. “Between all of our locations we […] The post Recent clean-up nets tons of trash appeared first on The Brewton Standard.
'God was watching out for us': Jay couple recovering after being thrown from home in storm
JAY, Fla. -- The Jay couple thrown from their home during Friday morning's storms is now recovering. The husband spoke to WEAR News Friday night to describe the terrifying moments. WEAR News previously reported about the incident on Watermill Road. The house was completely ripped apart, but we were told...
Prevost crowned Ms. Atmore Nursing Center 2024
Cheryl Prevost was crowned Ms. Atmore Nursing Center 2024 during a pageant earlier tonight at the center. Six contestants competed in the annual pageant, which featured interviews and entertainment while the judges deliberated. Prevost also won best hair during the pageant. Jeanette Byrd won best smile; Peggy Tarver finished as the first runner up and […] The post Prevost crowned Ms. Atmore Nursing Center 2024 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
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