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ECHCA releases latest COVID-19 testing results
The Escambia County Healthcare Authority tracks those who are tested for the COVID-19 virus throughout the county. With reporting done twice weekly, the latest numbers ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Vaccines for elderly to begin January 18
According to information released by D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital officials, COVID-19 vaccinations for those 75 and older will begin Jan. 18. Those who fall into ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Neal schools on lockdown in response to threat
Information regarding a possible threat at W.S. Neal’s schools was released by the Escambia County School System and has been posted to social media. “We ... Read more
2 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
ADPH officials say hospitals ‘overwhelmed’ with calls for vaccine
Aarol Sheehan with the Alabama Department of Public Health, issued a statement today following the announcement from Gov. Kay Ivey that vaccines were being rolled ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Alleged carjacker subject of incident near Atmore today
Escambia County Sheriff Heath Jackson released a statement today concerning the officer-involved shooting that occurred at the CreekTravel Plaza near Atmore on Jack Springs Road. ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Jury term cancelled due to increase of COVID risks
Escambia County Circuit Court officials have announced the cancellation of the January 11 jury term. Citing an increased in positive COVID-19 tests in the county, ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Ivey announces vaccines for elderly, first responders
Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday announced that ADPH will provide COVID-19 vaccinations for people 75 years old or ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Officer involved shooting near Atmore
An investigation is in progress at a gas station off I-65’s exit 54 near Atmore regarding an officer-involved shooting this morning. According to a release ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Beware: Offers of COVID testing, vaccine at home may be scam
The Department of Public Health and the Alabama Medicaid Agency are receiving reports of citizens being contacted at their homes for the purpose of being ... Read more
3 weeks ago by Lisa Tindell.
Area students named to Troy’s Chancellor’s List
Several Brewton area students have made their way onto the Chancellor’s List at Troy University in Troy. Officials at the university made the announcement this ... Read more