Ernest Ward’s Sounds Of Spring
May 17, 2013
The Ernest Ward Middle School music department presented their annual spring concert Thursday night at the Walnut Hill Community Center. The Ernest Ward advanced and beginning bands, and the Ernest Ward chorus performed during the evening event. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fallen Escambia Deputies Honored
May 16, 2013
Law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty were honored Wednesday by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Fraternal Order of Police. About a dozen Escambia County deputies have died in the line of duty — the first in 1923 and the most recent, Lt. George Hura, Jr., in 2004. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Nursery, Church Team Up With Nursing Home For Gardening Time
May 16, 2013
In honor of National Nursing Home Week, Century United Methodist Church, and M&D nursery of Century pooled their efforts to create a gardening experience for the residents and staff at Century Care Center.
The residents were given a few lessons on planting and caring for an assortment of plants, with a few residents digging in and getting their hands dirty. The end was result was a more beautiful courtyard at the facility.
“The residents will be watching closely, as the plants grow and become even more beautiful,” said Mae Hildreth, Century Care’s activities director. “We have a wonderful and giving community.”
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fund Raiser Benefits Cheerleaders; Families In The Philippines
May 15, 2013
Northview High School cheerleaders are selling Threads of Hope Bracelets. The Threads of Hope bracelets are handmade by working women and families in the Philippines. Of each $2 bracelet sold, $1 goes to the Northview cheerleaders and $1 goes back to the Filipino women and their families. The bracelets are available in the Northview office or from any NHS cheerleader. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Manna Nets 73,665 Pounds Of Food From Letter Carrier Drive
May 14, 2013
Saturday’s Stamp Out Hunger food drive in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties collected 73,665 pounds of food for Manna Food Pantries. Manna said they can will feed 4,604 needy people with the donations. Pictured: Food donations from the Stamp Out Hunger food drive are unloaded at the Manna Food Pantries in Pensacola. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
NHS Tribal Beat Band Holds Annual Banquet
May 14, 2013
The Northview High School Tribal Beat Band held their annual banquet Monday night at the school.
Seniors were presented a trophy, while the other members of the band, color guard, majorettes and dance team were presented with a certificate and a medallion commemorating a state championship.
Senior band members recognized Monday night were:
- Alison Bardin
- Autumn Bobo
- Ashley Cunningham
- Misty Doran
- Ashton Gibbs
- Cheyenne Godwin
- Melanie Heard
- Kristin Knight
- Courtney Lambert
- Shelby Lewis
- Leigha Maher
- Sandy Rainwater
- Stephanie Roach
- Clarissa Ross
Pictured top: Senor band members Stephanie Roach, Misty Doran, Ashley Cunningham, Leigha Maher, Kristin Knight and Shelby Lewis. Pictured below: Senor band members Stephanie Roach, Alison Barden, Melanie Heard, Ashton Gibbs, Courtney Lambert and Sandy Rainwater. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Jay Elementary Students Visit Ronald McDonald House
May 14, 2013
Students from Jay Elementary School paid a visit to the Ronald McDonald House in Pensacola. They delivered gifts for the mothers at Ronald McDonald House, took a tour and tried out the playground. Courtesy photos for Northescambia.com, click to enlarge.
Easy Returns: Molino Library Gets Book Drop
May 13, 2013
Returning books at the new Molino Branch Library has become a little more convenient. The library, which opened April 1, now has a 24/7 book return located on the sidewalk at the northwest corner of the building on Highway 95A. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Local Students Shine At Sunshine Math Competition (With Photo Gallery)
May 13, 2013
Almost 600 third, fourth and fifth grade students from almost every Escambia County elementary school took part in the annual Sunshine Math Competition at the University of West Florida Field House.
For photos of the Bratt, Byrneville, Jim Allen and Molino Park teams, click here.
Teams and winners from North Escambia area schools included:
BRATT ELEMENTARY
3rd Grade Team 1:
Anna Adams, John Bashore, Shelby Cotita
3rd Grade Team 2:
Davis, Sarah Hetrick, Mia Starns
4th Grade Team 1:
Savannah Doremus, Hannah Hughes, Tyler Cloud Ray
4th Grade Team 2:
2nd Place Overall
Makayla Garrett, Shelby Godwin, April Johnson, Mary Paige Nassar
5th Grade Team 1:
Cassidy Boutwell, Neionni Findley, Cassandra Mullins, Adam Peterson
5th Grade Team 2:
Sheyenne Dillon, Anna King, Savannah Spence, Bailey Van Pelt
BYRNEVILLE ELEMENTARY
3rd Grade Team 1
David Ward, Harley Walker, Dillon Spears, Torka Mills
4th Grade Team 1
Ty Rolin, Logan Bryan, Maille Kilcrease, Abigail Levins
5th Grade Team 1
Savannah Steadham, Oliva Watson, Nicky Trump, Lea Nall
5th Grade Team 2
Alex Glidewell, Ian Gifford, Madicyn Bell, Cloe Smith
JIM ALLEN ELEMENTARY
3rd Grade Team 1
Christian Meadows, Alyssa Daniels, Jaxson Stafford, Jack Dortch
3rd Grade Team 2
Christian Riley, Kaleb Rudd
4th Grade Team 1
Kaelin Brinker, Dawson Butalla, Jessica Conti, Garrett Leggett
4th Grade Team 2
Andrew Robinson, Charlie Wine, Joshua Coonrod, Jonas Johnson
5th Grade Team 1
Jacob Leger, Katie Bryant, Jonathan Hamilton, Christian Wood
5th Grade Team 2
Ravyn Brown, Annie Cartwright, Austin Skipper, Izzy Kent
Individual Winners: Christian Meadows, 3rd place in3rd grade.
MOLINO PARK ELEMENTARY
3rd Grade Team 1
3rd Place Overall
Jaden Lewis, Clay Kittrell, Aden Fennell, Sarah Sconiers
3rd Grade Team 2
1st Place Overall
Kay-Lee Bradley, Reagan Daniels, Melody Patterson, Kileigh Lundy
4th Grade Team 1
Bryce Korinchak, Nathan Dansforth, Justin Miller, Leia Grantham
4th Grade Team 2
Clay Smith, Caden Woodward, Parker Hassebrock, C.J. Bulllington
5th Grade Team 1
Jacob Hawkins, Alexa Schlobohm, Micah Calhoun, Braden Boutwell
Tate ‘Cantus’ Chorus Shines At Performance Assessment
May 13, 2013
The ladies from J.M. Tate High School “Cantus” Chorus traveled to Tallahassee recently to participate in the “Florida Vocal Association State Music Performance Assessment”.
Only choirs who earned a superior rating at the district level MPA were qualified to attend this event. After many long rehearsals, careful listening and fine tuning, they delivered an outstanding and emotional performance that drew the attention of many audience members as well as other choirs and directors from around the state including the Florida Vocal Association Executive Director Mark Scott. Scott personally expressed how impressed he was with how Escambia County had been represented.
The choir is under the direction of Cynthia Domulot.