H1N1 Vaccine Offered Next Week At Bratt, Byrneville Elementaries
November 14, 2009
Voluntary H1N1 vaccination clinics will be held for students at Bratt and Byrneville elementary schools on Wednesday; permission forms must be returned by Tuesday.
Vaccination is voluntary, free and offered only to students; these are not vaccination clinics for the general public, according to Molly Payne-Hardin, spokesperson for the Escambia County Health Department.
Bratt and Byrneville will be the third and fourth North Escambia schools where the vaccine has been offered to students. Voluntary H1N1 vaccinations were given on October 28 at Jim Allen Elementary and November 12 at Molino Park Elementary.
“We will get to every school but right now are only able to forecast out one week in advance because of vaccine supply,” Payne-Hardin said.
Vaccine information sheets and permission forms were sent home with students on Thursday. Parents that did not receive a permission form can click here to print a permission form and information sheet. Alternatively, parents can call Bratt at 327-6137 or Byrneville at 256-6350 to request another form.
For more information on the priority groups that can receive the vaccine and where vaccine is offered to the general public, visit www.EscambiaHealth.com.
No Injuries, No Major Damage In Cantonment Kitchen Fire
November 14, 2009
Firefighters responded to a Cantonment kitchen fire just after 7:00 Friday night.
When the arrived at the home in 100 block of Sheppard Street, they found the grease fire had already been extinguished. There were no injuries and no major damage.
The Cantonment, Molino, Ensley and Beulah stations of Escambia Fire Rescue were dispatched to the fire.
NWE, Cantonment In Football Playoff Action Saturday
November 14, 2009
The Northwest Escambia Midgets and the Cantonment Juniors are each just a couple of games away from a Gulf Coast Youth Football Alliance Championship..
The NWE Midgets will take on the Albritton & Gant (A&G) Rattlers at 1:30 Saturday afternoon in Cantonment. A win will put the NWE Eagles in a championship game next Saturday against either Brent Blue or Ensley Blue.
The Cantonment Juniors will take on Pensacola at 5:00 Saturday afternoon in Cantonment. A win will put the Cantonment Juniors in a championship game next Saturday against either Ensley or Navarre.
The Cantonment ballpark is located at 681 Well Line Road, less than a mile west of Highway 29.
A total of 7,000 children ages 5 to 14 in 16 cities take part in youth tackle football and cheerleading in the Gulf Coast Youth Football Alliance.
Coming Home: Blue Angels Final Show Of The Season Today
November 14, 2009
The world famous Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron are preparing to fire-up their F/A-18 “Hornets” for their final show of the 2009 season aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola’s Sherman Field today.
Gates to NAS Pensacola will open at 8 a.m. and activities begin at 10 a.m. Saturday with vintage aircraft flights and aerobatics by older, single engine aircraft. The Blue Angels perform at 2 p.m.
Along with the Blue Angels precision performance, the Blues’ C-130 Hercules transport known as “Fat Albert” will demonstrate a Jet Assisted Take-Off (JATO) with the help of solid fuel rockets.
Other military performers include the F-16 Viper E Demo Team, and an F/A 18F Super Hornet.
The Emerald Coast Skydivers will make a jump above the show and Training Air Wing SIX will feature a fly-by with wing aircraft.
Tentatively scheduled for both days will be extraordinary aerobatics by performers such as Jan Collmer flying the Fina Extra 300L, David Martin piloting his Breitling CAP 232, Kent Pietsch will entertain the crowd with his comedy show in the Jelly Belly Cadet, Patty Wagstaff will be pushing her Extra 300S to its limits and Dale Snodgrass will fly his P-51 Mustang as part of the Air Force Heritage flight.
Otto the helicopter will amaze everyone with his antics and family-oriented entertainment and the Geico Skytypers will fly their six WWII vintage SNJ-2s as they deliver aerial messages to the crowd.
There will be several fly-by appearances of various aircraft, and Kent Shockley will roar down the runway in the 36,000 horsepower Shockwave Jet Truck.
Along with incredible flying demonstrations, more than 50 military and civilian aircraft will be on display. These statics include aircraft ranging from the present day, state of the art jet fighters to aircraft from the 1930s.
In addition to the regular air shows, there will be a night show beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday the 14th only. Aircraft will light up the sky with full afterburner and pyrotechnics.
Admission, parking and shuttle service for all shows is free. Security personnel and signs will direct spectators to parking areas near the show site. Areas will be reserved for the physically challenged. Food and memorabilia will be available at numerous concession stands. Pets, coolers and smoking are not permitted.
For more information, contact the NAS Pensacola Public Affairs Office at (850) 452-3100, ext 1539 and 1534.
Junior Humane Society Thrift Store Grand Opening Saturday In Cantonment
November 14, 2009
The Junior Humane Society will celebrate the grand opening of its own Thrift Store in Cantonment on Saturday.
The grand opening will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the new store, located the corner of Highway 29 North and Neal Road. In addition to the grand opening sale, the Junior Humane Society will have lots of puppies and dogs looking for new homes, plus cookies and punch.
Proceeds will benefit JHS activities, such as finding homes for homeless cats and dogs, while also providing unbelievable bargains for area residents battling tough economic times.
The store features a variety of clothing for all ages, shoes, office furniture, kitchen supplies, books, toys, pet supplies and other items with new merchandise arriving daily. It will be open four days a week, but days and times could change in the months ahead.
The store is a dream come true for Frankie Van Horn Harris, director of the Junior Humane Society.
“It’s something I didn’t think I would ever see in my lifetime, but it’s something I’ve always wanted to do as a fundraiser,” said Harris. She said a volunteer, Amanda Gifford, heard about the property being available.
A deal was made, and soon, Gifford, along and two other volunteers, Kristi Kirby and Crystal Clanton, were busy preparing the store for customers.
The store also features a wall featuring photos of dogs and cats looking for new homes through JHS.
“We are all excited about the thrift store. We hope to hold pet adoptions, bathing parties, and other events here,” she said.
JHS welcomes donations — just leave items on the front porch if the store is closed.
The JHS Thrift Store is open Wednesday – Friday from noon until 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pictured top: JHS Volunteers (L-R) Kristi Kirby, Amanda Gifford, Crystal Clanton, Mary Foster, Director Frankie Van Horn Harris, Christa Pettijohn, Elizabeth Irby and Janet Lewis outside the new JHS Thrift Store in Cantonment. Pictured inset: Frankie Van Horn Harris, director of the Junior Humane Society. Pictured below: Map showing the store location.
Northview Falls To West Florida
November 13, 2009
West Florida Tech defeated Northview 17-14 tonight in Pensacola.
The Jaguars jumped out to the lead with about two minutes to go in the first quarter.
With two and a half minutes to go in the half, Northview tied the game with a 10 yard Brandon Sheets pass to Brad Lowery and a gook kick.
With 45 seconds to go in the third, the Jaguars managed a short field goal to take a 10-0 lead.
A Lowery to Kyles handoff for a TD and a good kick put the Chiefs back in the lead with six minutes in the game.
The Jags scored again with 1:15 in the game.
We will have a complete story and lots of photos Saturday morning here on NorthEscambia.com.
700 Flags: Bratt Elementary Holds Honor Walk
November 13, 2009
One by one, students at Bratt Elementary School placed about 700 small American flags in front of the school Thursday morning. Each flag carried a handwritten tag in honor or in memory of a man or woman that has or is serving our country in the military.
“I honored my dad,” said Colton Dockens, a second grader, after he completed the Honor Walk, placing his flag among the hundreds of others. His father recently returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan. “It means a lot to me.”
Students contributed at least $1 for each flag, with all proceeds going toward sending a veteran on an upcoming Emerald Coast Honor Flight. Bratt’s goal was $800, but they surpassed that — raising over $1,200 to help send veterans to the World Ward II Memorial in Washington.
The flags will be displayed in front of the school until November 20.
For a photo gallery from the event, click here.
Pictured above: Savannah Spence places an American flag Thursday morning during Bratt Elementary School’s Honor Walk. Pictured below: Nona Wilson places on of about 700 small American flags to honor a military member in front of the school. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Texas Woman Found Shot To Death On Escambia Street
November 13, 2009
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a young female active duty military member who was shot and killed Thursday night in west Pensacola.
The body of Tyler A, Jefferson, 18, was found lying in the 500 block of 49th Avenue. Jefferson was dressed in sweatpants that with the word “Navy” written on them, and she was reportedly holding a military ID. The Navy Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) was called in to assist in the investigation.
Deputies have not named a suspect in the shooting, and they are asking anyone with information on the crime to call the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at 436-STOP.
Not Too Late: FFA Smoke Turkey/Boston Butt Sale
November 13, 2009
The annual Northview High School FFA Alumni Smoked Turkey and Boston Butt Sale is now underway, just in time for Thanksgiving.
In the annual fund raiser, you can choose either a seven to nine pound smoked Boston butt or a 10-12 pound smoked turkey for $25 each.
Boston butts will be available for pickup on Monday, November 23, the smoked turkeys will be available for pickup on Tuesday, November 24.
Proceeds from the sale will go to benefit the Northview High School FFA Scholarship Fund. The sale is sponsored by Archie’s Catering Smokehouse in Molino.
For a printable order form that you can mail to the school with your payment, click here. Orders must be placed by Tuesday, November 17.
For more information, call (850) 327-6681 extension 248.
Man Convicted For Attempting To Rob Bank With Toy Gun; Robbery Stopped By Marine, Cop
November 13, 2009
A man that tried to rob a Nine Mile Road bank in early June with a toy gun has been found guilty of attempted robbery.
William Jerry Strickland Jr. 49, was in the parking lot of the Whitney Bank at 200 East Nine Mile Road wearing a black trench coat, plastic gloves and a blondish wig covering his face, but he never had a chance to rob the bank thanks to the quick thinking of a United States Marine Reservist and an off duty Pensacola Police Department officer.
Marine Reservist Jansen Smith and off duty PPD officer Jamon Johnson observed the suspect as he was approaching the bank, according to Investigator Jeff Van Camp with the Escambia County Sheriff’s Department. Bank Branch Manager Christine Coulter secured the bank, and Strickland then fled the scene with the Marine and police officer in pursuit.
Strickland was apprehended about a block away, with a black toy gun in his trench coat pocket along with a note, Van Camp said.
Strickland will be sentenced December 17. He could face up to 30 years in state prison as a habitual defender.