Chambers Name Businesses, Citizens And Students Of The Year

February 23, 2011

Citizen, business and students of the year were named Tuesday night at the Flomaton and Century Joint Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet.

The Century Chamber of Commerce named:

Student of the Year – Sarah Killam, Northview High
Business of the Year – Escambia River Electric Cooperative
Citizen of the Year — Edsol Smith

The Flomaton Chamber of Commerce named:

Student of the Year – Anthony “AJ” Odom, Flomaton High
Business of the Year — Weaver’s Monuments
Citizen of the Year — Joe Thomas

For a photo gallery from the event, click here.

Pictured top: (Front, L-R) Flomaton Student of the Year Anthony “AJ” Odom, Northview Student of the Year Sarah Killam, (back, L-R) Frank Weaver of Flomaton Business of the Year Weaver’s Monuments, Flomaton Citizen of the Year Joe Thomas, Century Citizen of the Year Edsol Smith and Sabrina Owens of Century Business of the Year Escambia River Electric Cooperative. Submitted photos by Cesar Gonzalez for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Comments

30 Responses to “Chambers Name Businesses, Citizens And Students Of The Year”

  1. Willie & Rose Wilson on February 25th, 2011 3:40 pm

    Congratulations Mr. Edsol Smith.& Frank Weaver
    and to all that were honored.

  2. Boyce "Tim" Timothy on February 24th, 2011 9:07 pm

    Bravo Zulu and kuddos to Coach Smith…..my baseball and basketball coach….Civiic Teacher and the man that took me into the hall after class in a semi-private way and taught me how to pronounce “Activity” in about 3 seconds. We also did JV football together, and have enjoyed having him attend some of our Class of 63 Reunions. I think of you often…..when I think that is…..I think I remember thinking….close to being 66 myself. Wow! Edsol! You are looking good for a man hitting a hundred by now!
    Buddy, it’s our time to say…..Well Done and I am proud of you today and the yesterdays. Boyce

  3. Amy Croley on February 24th, 2011 6:29 pm

    Congratulations Granddaddy Smith!!!! You well deserve this award. Thanks for your continued love, encouragement, and support. You are an inspiration and great role model. Regardless the journey, you are always there to cheer us on. You show us through your actions that God, family, and community are very important. The world needs more people like you. Love, Amy

  4. Stephanie Gilmore on February 24th, 2011 3:29 pm

    Congratulations Granddaddy Smith! I am so proud of you. Thank you for everything you do for our family and your unconditional love and support.

  5. Diane Covan Dennis on February 24th, 2011 9:37 am

    Congratulations, Mr. Smith. What a wonderful citizen, teacher, and friend. Well deserved.

  6. Ralph Lee on February 24th, 2011 9:29 am

    Congratulations, Edsol

  7. Jane on February 24th, 2011 5:33 am

    Congrats to 2 of the best people I know – Sarah and Edsol!

  8. Kaitlyn Hambrick on February 23rd, 2011 11:45 pm

    Congrats AJ!! It’s such an honor to receive that award and I’m super proud of you! Keep up the great work and continue to be a good role model!

  9. Reid on February 23rd, 2011 10:49 pm

    Congratulations Mr. Smith.
    Charlie & Christine

  10. Bryan Croley on February 23rd, 2011 10:12 pm

    Very proud to call Edsol Smith my grandad. He has been a positive influence for many people. Congrats to all who were honored.

  11. Chris Croley on February 23rd, 2011 8:21 pm

    So proud of My Granddaddy Smith!…. He is a great role model for all of us and has always stressed the importance of family, community and church. We are so happy to call you our granddad. Congratulations!

  12. Sandra on February 23rd, 2011 5:50 pm

    Congrats Edsol. What a guy!

  13. Cousin Emma on February 23rd, 2011 5:17 pm

    Congratulation A.J. Keep up the good work. Good things do happen to good people!

  14. Vicki Baggett on February 23rd, 2011 4:32 pm

    Congratulations to all of you! Wow!

  15. Jim W on February 23rd, 2011 12:53 pm

    Congrats to all it is refreshing to see good people doing good things in this corrupt world we live in. Keep up the good work maybe it will spread and other people will do the same.

  16. paulette powell warren on February 23rd, 2011 12:45 pm

    i have known mr.edsol for many years. he was my teacher in high school (1958).congradulation’s on your award, no one deserves it more.

  17. The Scott's on February 23rd, 2011 12:17 pm

    Congratulations to Sarah! What a honor to be named student of the year. You are such a blessing to so many! God is a rewarder of those who diligently see him and may he always bless you in everything you do!

  18. Sylvia & Carl on February 23rd, 2011 12:02 pm

    Congratulations Mr. Smith. A very deserving award for you.
    Carl & Sylvia Godwin

  19. Sylvia H on February 23rd, 2011 10:59 am

    Congratulations to all who were honored. Good job, Frank!

  20. Margaaret on February 23rd, 2011 10:24 am

    I always knew you as a good citizen Edsol. From a good friend of long ago.

  21. Wanda Parrish Smith on February 23rd, 2011 10:21 am

    Congratulations to Mr. Edsol Smith. What a great leader he has been in his life!!!

  22. DEREK on February 23rd, 2011 9:28 am

    good job A.J.

  23. Jones on February 23rd, 2011 8:56 am

    Congratulations to everyone! And I echo my good friend Gary ’s comment:
    “especially my Century High School Basketball coach 1959-1962″ …..Edsol”.
    Thank you for all your inspiration. L.B.

  24. Reader on February 23rd, 2011 8:31 am

    Way to go Joe Thomas. This is long overdue. I have to say, Joe Thomas is someone who reports fairly. Love to see Thursday roll around to see what he has to say and report about. Again, way to go Joe!!

  25. Jimbo on February 23rd, 2011 8:28 am

    Good Job, Mr. Edsol……………….

  26. Beasleys on February 23rd, 2011 7:56 am

    Congratulations to all, especially my Century High School Basketball coach 1959-1962…..Edsol, Congratulations…, Gary

  27. Mrs.Goodie on February 23rd, 2011 7:51 am

    Congrats to everyone.
    A .J. Odom we are proud of you.Keep going strong.

  28. Willene Bryan on February 23rd, 2011 7:24 am

    Congratulations Mr. Edsol Smith

  29. no one special on February 23rd, 2011 7:24 am

    Joe Thomas and Edsol Smith are both long overdue for being named citizens of the year. Each have contributed to their communities and made the Flomaton and Century areas better places because of their involvement. Congratulations to you both!

  30. Heather Leonard on February 23rd, 2011 7:12 am

    Way to go Sarah!!!!