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Atmore, Alabama
Atmore, Alabama

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Alabama, United States
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Atmore, city, Escambia county, southwestern Alabama, U.S. It lies just north of the Florida state line, about 50 miles (80 km) northeast of Mobile. The city was founded in 1866 by William Larkin Williams, who established a railroad supply stop that became known as Williams Station. Settlers were attracted by the rich farmlands and abundant timber. In 1897 the city’s name was changed to Atmore, for Charles Pawson Atmore, general passenger agent for the Louisville and Nashville Railroad.

Atmore’s major manufactures include clothing, carpet, and automotive products. Lumber is also important. The city is home to a campus of Jefferson Davis Community College. Annual events include Williams Station Day in October and the Atmore Saddle Club Rodeo in August. Little River State Forest and Claude D. Kelley State Park are about 15 miles (25 km) to the north. Inc. 1907. Pop. (2000) 7,676; (2010) 10,194.

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