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Cotton Street Gallery in Andalusia to exhibit PCI regalia, basketry, quilts, pottery
By Staff Reports The Cotton Street Gallery in Andalusia is partnering with the Poarch Band of Creek Indians for an exhibition celebrating the Tribe’s rich history of handcrafted regalia and traditional art. Items on display will include powwow regalia, princess regalia, basketry, quilts, reproduction pottery and copper medallions, as well as arrowheads on loan from […] The post Cotton Street Gallery in Andalusia to exhibit PCI regalia, basketry, quilts, pottery appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Ribbon cutting held for Iron Sharpens Iron Training Center LLC
A ribbon cutting celebration was held July 26 for Iron Sharpens Iron Training Center LLC. Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce employees, board of directors and youth ambassadors, along with Iron Sharpens Iron employees, friends and family celebrated the event. Iron Sharpens Iron offers one-on-one training, group sessions and boot camp, to name a few. Owner […] The post Ribbon cutting held for Iron Sharpens Iron Training Center LLC appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Bay Minette man dies in 2-vehicle crash
A Bay Minette man died in a two-vehicle crash this morning on Highway 21, near the 10-mile marker, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Senior Trooper Joshua Thompson said in a release that Troy F. Graham, 58, was fatally injured when the 2004 Ford F-150 he was driving collided head on with the 2018 […] The post Bay Minette man dies in 2-vehicle crash appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
FHSAA board of directors amend, clarifies language to amateurism, NIL bylaw
The Florida High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors amended and clarified language to the pending changes of its amateurism and NIL (name, image and likeness) bylaw during a special meeting on Monday. During the meeting, the board support a proposed change to amend the definition of NIL collectives as it pertains to Bylaw 9.9.4.2, […] The post FHSAA board of directors amend, clarifies language to amateurism, NIL bylaw appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie
Special to the Advance City of Atmore and Main Street Atmore officials Tuesday announced that American Idol runner-up Will Moseley will perform live during Main Street Atmore’s First Thursday event on Aug. 1 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. The concert is free of charge and will take place in Atmore’s entertainment district at Boxcar […] The post American Idol finalist Moseley to perform free concert Aug. 1 at Boxcar Willie appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
South Carolina man arrested July 19 on drug charges
A South Carolina man was arrested July 19 on drug possession charges, according to the Atmore Police Department. Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann in a release that Brandon King, 32, of Columbia, S.C., was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. McMann said on the day of […] The post South Carolina man arrested July 19 on drug charges appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
City provides municipal airport update during council meeting Monday
The Atmore City Council received an update on the goings on at the municipal airport during its regular meeting on July 22. In December, SkyWarrior Flight Training Inc., of Pensacola, Fla., took over the management of the airport. Since then, more plane activity has been seen, planes are stopping to refuel and new hangars have […] The post City provides municipal airport update during council meeting Monday appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Death row inmate at Holman executed by lethal injection Thursday night
A death row inmate was executed by lethal injection tonight at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility just outside Atmore, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections. According to a release, Keith Edmund Gavin was executed by lethal injection on July 18. He was pronounced deceased by a physician at 6:32 p.m., according to the […] The post Death row inmate at Holman executed by lethal injection Thursday night appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Back-to-School Boost Drive-thru is July 20
The back-to-school boost drive-thru event will be held this Sat., July 20, at 9 a.m. at Escambia County Middle School. All area students are welcome from grades Pre-K to 12th. Free uniforms, supplies and food while supplies last will be given away. Students must be present at the event. The post Back-to-School Boost Drive-thru is July 20 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
EA named 2023-24 Blue Ribbon School
Escambia Academy was named a 2023-24 Alabama Independent School Association Blue Ribbon School, according to school officials. EA officials announced the awarding on their Facebook page Wednesday. “The Alabama Independent School Association recognizes member schools with outstanding educational programs. In order to be considered, a school must complete a rigorous application process and exemplify excellence […] The post EA named 2023-24 Blue Ribbon School appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore man dies in I-10 crash July 9
An Atmore man died in a single-vehicle crash July 9 on Interstate 10, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. According to the FHP, the 56-year-old male in a pickup truck was traveling westbound on Interstate 10 near mile marker 251 with a boat/trailer in tow. FHP officials said for unknown reasons, the driver traveled off […] The post Atmore man dies in I-10 crash July 9 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Vote ALEA for the 2024 America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest
Special to the Advance Today marks the first day of voting for the 11th Annual America’s Best- Looking Cruiser Contest and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) needs your vote! Each year, ALEA joins fellow highway patrol and state police agencies across the nation vying for the top spot in the American Association of State […] The post Vote ALEA for the 2024 America’s Best-Looking Cruiser Contest appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore woman, 3 Florida residents arrested July 14 on possession charges
An Atmore woman and three Florida residents were arrested July 14 on possession of drug charges, according to officials. Atmore Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Leslie Whiting, 35, of Atmore, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and disorderly conduct; […] The post Atmore woman, 3 Florida residents arrested July 14 on possession charges appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore man, Century, Fla. woman arrested July 15 on drug, probation revocation charges
An Atmore man and a Century, Fla. woman were arrested July 15 on drug and probation revocation charges, according to officials. Atmore Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Matthew Thomas, 37, of Atmore, was arrested and charged with unlawful possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, possession […] The post Atmore man, Century, Fla. woman arrested July 15 on drug, probation revocation charges appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
Atmore woman arrested on drug, theft charges July 14
An Atmore woman was arrested July 14 on drug and theft charges, according to officials. Atmore Police Department Public Information Officer Sgt. Darrell McMann said in a release that Ashley Findley, 41, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, theft of property IV and criminal trespassing III. McMann […] The post Atmore woman arrested on drug, theft charges July 14 appeared first on The Atmore Advance.
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