Escambia Click It Or Ticket Seat Belt Campaign
November 21, 2011
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on motorists who fail to buckle up or use a child restraint. The Thanksgiving holiday effort is underway now and continues through November 25.
During the mobilization, officers will be cracking down on motorists who fail to wear their seat belts – both day and night. Seat belt non-usage is a primary violation and motorists should bear in mind that they may be stopped for not buckling up, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Videos: Madeline Cates Joining Marines To Finish LCpl Travis Nelson’s Job Makes National News
November 21, 2011
Several national news organizations are beginning to pick up the story of Madeline Cates, fiance of fallen Marine LCpl Travis Nelson, as she enlists in the Marine Corps.
NorthEscambia.com’s November 12 story (click here to read) was picked up Friday by the national news websitesHuffington Post, AOL and the Daily Mail. After the NorthEscambia.com article, a story aired on WEAR TV which was later rebroadcast by CNN.
And, Sunday Morning, Cates appeared on the national Fox & Friends on the Fox News Network. Her appearance was live from the WSRE TV 23 studios in Pensacola.
For the original NorthEscambia.com story, click here.
The Fox & Friends live interview and the CNN story are below.
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FFA Citrus Sale Underway
November 21, 2011
The Northview High School FFA is selling citrus fruit in attractive 2/5, 1/2 or 4/5 bushel boxes perfect for gift wrapping. The Florida citrus is from RiverBrite in Vero Beach.
Orders must be made by Tuesday, November 29. The delivery date is Tuesday, December 13.
For an order form click here. Order forms and payment can be returned to Northview by mail (the address is on the order form), or dropped off at the school office. Fruits available include red apples, grapefruit, navel oranges, tangelos and Hamlin oranges. Mixed trio half bushels are also available.
For more information, call (850) 327-6681, ext. 248.
Free Flu Shots Available In Cantonment Tuesday
November 21, 2011
Sacred Heart Health System will provide free flu vaccinations next week for the poor, elderly and uninsured.
The vaccinations will be administered by staff of the ”Mission in Motion” mobile health bus on Tuesday, November 22 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Cantonment Council on Aging, 132 Mintz Lane.
Turkey Time: Extension Service Offers Thawing Tips
November 21, 2011
It’s Thanksgiving, time for family and friends to gather and give thanks. And time for cooks to ponder the correct way to prepare their turkey.
Today, we are taking a look how to make sure your turkey is properly thawed with tips from Dorthy Lee, Family and Consumer Sciences Agent for the Escambia County Extension Office.
Following four simple food-handling practices—clean, separate, cook, chill—will ensure a delicious and safe meal.
Frozen turkeys should be thawed—at a safe temperature— prior to cooking. There are three safe ways to thaw a turkey — in the refrigerator at 40°F or less; in cold water; and in the microwave.
Frozen Turkeys
Allow 1 pound of turkey per person.
Keep frozen until you’re ready to thaw it.
Turkeys kept frozen in the freezer should be cooked within one year for best quality.
Thawing Your Turkey
In the Refrigerator (40°F or below)
Keep the turkey in its original wrapper. Place it on a tray or in a pan to catch any juices that may leak. A thawed turkey can remain in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. If necessary, a turkey that has been properly thawed in the refrigerator may be refrozen. When thawing in the refrigerator, allow 24 hours thawing time for every 5 pounds of turkey.
4 to 12 pounds = 1 to 3 days
12 to 16 pounds = 3 to 4 days
16 to 20 pounds = 4 to 5 days
20 to 24 pounds = 5 to 6 days
In Cold Water
When thawing in cold water, allow 30 minutes per pound and change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed. Wrap your turkey securely, making sure the water is not able to leak through the wrapping. Submerge your wrapped turkey in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes. Cook the turkey immediately after it is thawed. Do not refreeze. Allow approximately 30 minutes per pound.
4 to 12 pounds = 2 to 6 hours
12 to 16 pounds = 6 to 8 hours
16 to 20 pounds = 8 to 10 hours
20 to 24 pounds = 10 to 12 hours
In the Microwave
When thawing in the microwave, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and plan to cook the turkey immediately after thawing because some areas of the turkey may become warm and begin to cook during microwave thawing.
For more information, call the Escambia County Extension office, (850) 475-5230.
Featured Recipe: Quick And Easy Thanksgiving Cranberry Cake
November 21, 2011
As Thanksgiving approaches, we’ll feature several recipes on NorthEscambia.com this week. Today’s featured recipe, from columnist Janet Tharpe, is a Quick and Easy Cranberry cake that packs a punch while using a yellow cake mix.
Betty Meadows
November 21, 2011
Betty Meadows, age 88 of Davisville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Saturday November 19, 2011, at he home of her daughter.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years Carless Meadows, her parents Clyde and Lula McLeod Bryant, sister Vertice Roberts, and brother Willard Bryant.
She is survived by her only child, Sheila Bass; grandchildren, Wendy Sapp and Wade Williams; and great-grandchildren Bailey Lohr, Lauren Sapp and Wiston Williams.
Funeral services will be held, Tuesday November 22, 2011, at 2 p.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. C.L. Langford officiating. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery. Pallbearers will be friends and neighbors.
Visitation will be held Monday November 21, 2011, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Covenant Hospice, 5041 North 12th Ave. Pensacola, FL 32504.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore is in charge of all arrangements.
Donald R. Harmon
November 21, 2011
Donald R. Harmon, of Pensacola passed away on November 18, 2011, at the age of 79, after a long struggle with diabetes.
Born in Dothan, his family moved to Brownsville and then settled in Cantonment when Donny was a boy. He gained two of his true passions from his parents. Eddie Lou Gant Harmon, his mother taught him to cook and appreciate food made with love. His father Ralph Harmon shared his mechanical skills and fixing up cars.
When the time came to serve in Korea, Don joined the Air Force, his brother Ralph Harmon joined the Navy and his brother Paul Harmon chose the Army and was killed in Pork Chop Hill. His sister Sarah Harmon Gordon helped the family at home.
Don met the love of his life, Dorothy Goff at Tate High School. Although it took three proposals, he won her heart. Dot and Don celebrated 50 happy years together this June. Dorothy went to heaven on August 15th to prepare for Don’s arrival.
Don’s career in Civil Service in the Public Works Department at the Naval Air Station brought many changes. He started on as an instrument mechanic, joined the IAM&AW union and rose to become it’s leader. His skills at labor negotiations were a gift. When Dot and Don were not working they enjoyed traveling to horse races with their friends, and I am sure will be watching the triple crown from heaven. They will also have their hands full following the escapades of their beloved only child.
Don is survived by his daughter, DeLisa Lou Harmon; sister and brother-in-law, Geri and Dave Butterfield; nieces, Kaye Harmon Spurlock, Monique Crabtree, nephew; Walter Gordon; great nephew Michael Moore, great niece Amy Spurlock Delay, and Gracie.
Visitation will be held at noon on Monday, November 21, 2011, at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel with service immediately following at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Bayview Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the AL-FL Office of American Diabetes Association , 5514 N. Davis Hwy, Suite C-111, Pensacola, FL 32503.
Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Video: Madeline Cates On Fox & Friends
November 20, 2011
Madeline Cates, fiancee of fallen Marine LCpl. Travis Nelson, was on FOX & Friends Sunday morning after FOX News picked up a November 12 NorthEscambia.com story.
Watch the video below, or click here.
To read the original NorthEscambia.com story, click here.
Missing Disabled Adult Struck By Vehicle On Escambia Interstate
November 20, 2011
A missing endangered adult with a disability from Marianna was discovered seriously injured along I-10 Saturday night. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, he was possibly struck by a westbound vehicle.
The FHP responded to a disabled vehicle call on I-10 near Highway 29 about 6 p.m. Saturday. When troopers checked the tag on the vehicle, they discovered it belong to 73-year old Joseph Dawson Cooke, Jr. of Marianna, who had been reported missing. As troopers searched the area, they found Cooke about one-half mile east of his vehicle with injuries to his head and hand. He was found about three feet off the roadway in a grassy area.
Cooke was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital where he was listed in serious condition Saturday night.