Concrete Crushing Strength Team To Appear In Molino
October 16, 2012
With feats like ripping a phone book in half, crushing walls of concrete with a blow from an arm or head, breaking handcuffs and running through 2×4 boards, the Strength Team will bring their inspirational message to a Molino church Wednesday night.
The Strength Team will perform their amazing feats of strength Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church. Admission is free; an offering will be received.
The leader and founder of The Strength Team, Mike Hagen, has dedicated over 20 years of his life to this kind of work. He has spoken to hundreds of thousands of people and performed at thousands of school and church assemblies. He has been featured on CNN, ESPN, and the popular television show “Walker Texas Ranger” with Chuck Norris.
Suffering From Allergies? Don’t Blame The Goldenrod
October 15, 2012
The bright yellow flowers of the goldenrod are everywhere in the North Escambia area, taking the blame from allergy sufferers. But one of fall’s most colorful plants actually gets a bad rap, according to the University of Florida Extension Service.
The true culprit for all those sneezes and sniffles is ragweed, according to Environmental Horticulture Agent Alicia Lamborn.
Goldenrod plants are bright and showy, producing large, heavy pollen grains that are carried off by bees, butterflies and other pollinators rather than by the wind. Ragweed bares greenish yellow flowers in small heads which produce copious amounts of pollen, carried by the wind rather than insects.
Ragweed flowers are not showy which means these plants are often easier to recognize by their stems and leaves. Ragweed has branching purplish stems that are rough and hairy, and leaves which are smooth, but deeply divided into lobed portions.
Pictured: Goldenrods bloom alongside a dirt road in Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Photos: Escambia County Farm Tour
October 14, 2012
The 2012 Escambia County Farm Tour took to the roads of North Escambia Friday as well county, city, state and federal officials joined leaders from the community on a tour of agricultural locations across the area.
Ride along on the farm tour in a photo gallery by clicking here.
The tour started at Doug Corbin’s Farm on West Nine Mile Road when participants learned about beekeeping, honey varieties , honey and hive products and more.
In Molino, the tour visited with Green Cedars Farm owners Roger and Pam Elliot. Their farm raises chicken, eggs, turkeys, lamb and pastured pork. A short distance away on Gibson Road in Molino, participants learned about hay and cattle farming at Gizmo Angus Farms.
The tour also visited Boyd Sigafoose Farm in Bratt, where they learned all about peanuts and the peanut market. Participants also visited the Yoder Family Dairy in Bratt.
Pictured top: The Escambia County Farm Tour at the Gizmo Angus Farm in Molino (top), Green Cedars Farm in Molino (inset) and Sigafoose Farm in Bratt (below) as peanuts are harvest. NorthEscambia.com photos and submitted photos by Josh McElhaney for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photos: Open House At Roy Hyatt Environmental Center
October 14, 2012
The Roy Hyatt Environmental Center’s annual Open House was held Saturday in Cantonment.
Visitors had a chance to meet the center’s resident reptiles, Eastern screech owls, hop aboard the one of a kind bird bus for a bird watching experience and take a stroll in the butterfly garden.
For a photo gallery, click here.
The open house also included the chance to hike though 120 acres of nature trails, visit a one room school replica and a dog trot house. And there were plenty activities for the children.
The Roy Hyatt Environmental Center on Tobias Road is part of the Escambia County School District. The instructional program currently includes field trips for second and fifth graders.
Pictured top: A visitor gets up close and personal with a snake during the annual Open House Saturday at the Roy Hyatt Environmental Center in Cantonment. Pictured: Inside a dog trot house at the Center. Pictured below: Visitors learn about screech owls. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
From The Coast To Byrneville: 1,300 Volunteer For Day Of Caring
October 13, 2012
Over 1,300 volunteers fanned out across Escambia County Friday to help with over 100 projects at 60 agencies and schools as part of the United Way’s 20th Annual Day of Caring.
“Day of Caring not only gave us the opportunity to give back to the community, it was a great team-building experience for us,” said Jon Neely of Buffalo Rock. His team helped clear the debris from YMCA of Northwest Florida’s fence line. “We don’t get face-to-face time with each other every day at work. By volunteering as a group, we were able to get to know each other better.”
At Byrneville Elementary School, volunteers from Pall Corporation volunteered to clean up the school grounds.
For a photo gallery, click here.
“We really appreciate all that they did for us at Byrneville,” Principal Dee Wolfe-Sullivan said.
“We are blown away by the generosity and dedication of these volunteers,” said Andrea Krieger, President/CEO of United Way of Escambia County. “Their willingness to step away from their jobs for a day and invest time and resources through volunteerism will have an invaluable impact on our community.”
During a morning kickoff celebration, United Way also announced the kick-off of the 2012-2013 annual fundraising campaign. Last year, more than 10,000 caring individuals contributed to a successful campaign that raised support for over 140 agencies. These agencies received direct designations of $351,750 and another $1.1 million was awarded from the community chest to 45 programs at 34 agencies.
Pictured: United Way Day of Caring volunteers from Pall Corporation hard at work Friday at Byrneville Elementary School. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photos: Hundreds Attend Molino Park Fall Carnival
October 13, 2012
Hundreds attended the annual Molino Park Elementary School Fall Carnival Friday evening at the school. The event featured games, food, entertainment and lots of great family fun.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Fall Carnivals Today At Jim Allen, Molino Park (With MPES Auction List)
October 12, 2012
Fall carnivals will be held today at Molino Park and Jim Allen elementary schools.
The Jim Allen Elementary Fall Carnival will be be held from 3-6 p.m. at the school.
The Molino Park Elementary Fall Carnival will take place from 4:30 until 7:30 p.m. at the school and will feature the following auction items:
Blue Wahoos Basket
Blue Wahoos Hat
Umbrella
Program
Mini Bat
Fan Flag
Baseball
Lanyard
Palm Tree Starter Kit
Team Photo
2013 Schedule Card
Donated by: The Blue Wahoos
Bedroom Suite
Headboard
Frame
Dresser
Mirror
Chest
Night Stand
Mattress
Box Springs
Your Choice of Size: Full, Twin or Queen
Donated By: Molino Outreach Ministries
Camo Basket
Socks
2 – Auto Mug
Hat
Heated Seat
Shirt
Vest
Knife
Other Misc. items
Donated By: Ablaze Metal Fabrication
Computer Care Package
PC Tune up
Virus Removal
General Diagnostics
Donated By: Palafox Computers
Fitness Package
1 Month Free Family Membership to Pensacourt.
1 Month Free Jenny Craig Membership
Jenny Craig Waterbottle
Jenny Craig Lunch Tote
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
The Man Purse
Ryobi Starter Kit
18 Volt
P206 Drill with 2 screwdrivers bits,
P501 Circular Saw with blade and wrench
18 volt Batteries, Charger, Tool Bag, and operators manual
Donated by: Home Depot
Petland Birthday Party
1 Free Birthday Party
Includes:
Party Supplies (Plates, Cups, Etc)
Decorations
Free Petland Gift Registry
1 Hour of Petland Pets Fun
2 Hours in Private Party Room
Free Printable Online Invitations
Donated by: Petland
Teacher’s Basket
Monogrammed Super Teacher T Shirt
Monogrammed Super Teacher Tote Bag
Donated by: Brandie’s Cottage
Child’s Basket
Monogrammed Peace, Love, MPE shirt
Monogrammed Peace, Love, MPE Cinch Sack
Donated by: Brandie’s Cottage
Hunters’ Pride
1 European Mount
Donated by: Vanderpol’s Taxidermy
Moms Day Out #1
Shampoo/Cut/Blow Dry at Curl Up and Dye
Mani/Pedi at Curl Up and Dye
Parafin Wax Dip at Curl Up and Dye
$35 Blooms A Million Gift Certificate
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
School Spirit Hair Bow Set
4.5” Stacked Boutique Bow with custom “MPES” clay center.
Piggie Bow Set
Woven Headband
8” Pony Streamer
Monkey Bow Hanger
Donated By: Love Me Knots ~ By Crystal Jackson
Diners Delight #1
$20 Smokey’s Gift Certificate
$20 Fran’s Gift Certificate
$15 Shanghai Gift Certificate
$25 Olive Garden Gift Certificate
$25 Carrabas Gift Certificate
4 Free Hash Browns at Waffle House
4 Free Waffles at Waffle House
2 Free Chicken Sandwiches at Chick Fil A
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
Birthday Party
Free Semi Private Party for 10 children or $175 off any other party package
Donated by: Triple Play
Diners Delight 2
$20 Smokey’s Gift Certificate
$25 Fuji Gift Certificate
$20 Fran’s Gift Certificate
$25 Carrabas Gift Certificate
3 Free Meals at Village Inn
4 Free Hash Browns at Waffle House
4 Free Waffles at Waffle House
2 Free Chicken Sandwiches at Chick Fil A
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
Pet Grooming
1 Free Year of Dog Grooming; 1x per month
Donated By: Mutt Hutt Kennels
TN Mountain Cabin Package
5 Day, 4 Night stay in the” Dixie Delight” cabin in the Smokey Mountains. Monday check in, Friday check out. Jan – April. Call for available dates. *Winner must pay $65 cleaning fee.
Donated by: Neal & Robyn Shenberger
Family Fun Pack
$5 Free Yogurt as So Yo, plus T Shirt.
4 Free games of Bowling at Oops Alley
4 Free Kids Night Outs at Flip Factory
4 Free junior Frosty at Wendy’s
Family night out at Dreamland Skate Center which includes 4 regular admissions, 4 regular skate rentals, 12 inch pizza and 4 cokes
Passes for Fast Eddies
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
Mary Kay Gift Set
Large Black Tote Bag
Denim Handbag
2 Lip Pencils w/Sharpener
4 Eye Pencils w/Sharpener
Black Drawstring Bag
1 Lip Shine
2 Eyesicles
1 Liquid Eyeliner
Large Travel Bag
Satin Hands Set
Body Lotion
Refreshing Body Gel
2 Nail Polishes
Mineral Eye Color Quad
Premium Tweeze & Sooth Kit
Donated By: Kimberly Bellard, Mary Kay Consultant
All About Dad
Free Men’s Cut at Coles Barber Shop
$100 Academy Gift Card
Stihl T Shirt from A-1 Accessories
Camo SCAG T Shirt from A-1 Accessories
SCAG Hat from A-1 Accessories
Glock Hat from Mike’s Gun Shop
Hat from Tractor Supply
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
Moms Day Out #2
Hair Cut from Cutting Point
Redken Beauty Kit from Cutting Point
2 Weeks Free Tanning at Bronze Connection
Avon Gift Set from Debbie Lavalle, Avon Rep
$50 Beauticontrol Gift Certificate plus Head Massager & samples from Candy McGahan, Beauticontrol Rep
Donated By: Individual Businesses Listed
Pensacola Interstate Fair Fun Pack
2 VIP Season Passes
10 One Time free pass entries
Donated by: Pensacola Interstate Fair
Photo Package #1
1 Free Mini Session
Includes 30-45 images on fully edited CD w/copyright release. Location of your choice within the Pensacola/Molino Area
Donated by: 1231 Photography
Photo Package #2
50% off of One Regular Session
Includes 60-75 images on fully edited CD w/copyright release. Location of your choice within the Pensacola/Molino Area
Donated by: 1231 Photography
Framed Photography Piece
Framed Nature Photography Piece
Donated By: Candy McGahan
Bowfishing Trip
6 Hour Saltwater BowFishing trip
Handtowel
Koozie
3 Decals
Donated By: Zollie Linton, Bowfishing Association of Florida
Scentsy Basket
Scentsy Plug In Warmer
Lemons & Berries Bar
Lemons & Berries Room Spray
Lucky In Love Car Scent
Donated By: Kitty Jones, Scentsy
NorthEscambia.com Advertising Package
1 Month of Advertising (worth $450) on NorthEscambia.com. Restrictions may apply. Ads subject to approval. (No political ads.)
Donated By: NorthEscambia.com
Other Donations were made by:
Scrap, Inc.
Brown Family
Creative Metal
Holland Farms
Beach Berry Yogurt
Jimmy’s Grill
Gateway Lighting
A-1 Accessories
Jones Family
Mike’s Gun Shop
Roads Inc.
Outpost Rentals
Gulf Atlantic Constructors
Kings Beauty
Barnes & Noble
American Lube Fast
Tom Thumb Food Stores
Winn Dixie
Hibbett Sports
Cox Communications
Sams Club
Wendys Restaurants
Sam’s Fun City
Gilmores Named Escambia County Farm Family Of The Year
October 11, 2012
Jacob and Carla Gilmore of Molino, along with their twin daughters, have been named as the Escambia County Farm Family of the Year.
They are part owners of Gizmo Angus Farm, a purebred Angus cattle operation in Molino. The farms takes pride in using the latest technologies in the industry to raise the highest quality beef.
Jacob grew up in agriculture participating in 4-H and FFA while attending Tate High School. He was honored by receiving the Star Green Hand, Star Farmer, Outstanding Agriculture Technology student, Who’s Who Among American High School Students and was a state finalist in beef production entrepreneurship.
Jacob participated in the Escambia County Interstate Fair Livestock Show andSale from the age of 8 until he was 19. In two different years, he had the Grand Champion Steer. He also won awards for showmanship. Additionally he had the Grand Champion laying hens when he showed in the poultry division.
Carla married into the farming life seven years ago, and has become a strong advocate of agriculture. She supports Jacob’s work and is already planning for their daughters to be involved in the farm.
Jacob and Carla have become very active in the Young Farmers and Ranchers program, helping promote agriculture in Escambia County and across the state.
Gilmore twins Syndey and Ella and already curious about the Angus cattle, own their own cowboy boots and love joining their dad on the farm.
Pictured top: The Escambia County Farm Family of the Year: Jacob and Carla Gilmore along with twin daughters Syndey and Ella. Pictured and below: Syndey and Ella at the Gizmo Angus Farm. Photos courtesy Abbie Seales Rolph for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Century Correctional ‘Grows’ Outdoor Decor For Century Library
October 11, 2012
New “homegrown” fall decorations are on display at the Century Branch Library. Most of the items in the display were grown by inmates at Century Correctional Institute.
“We at the library really appreciate their thoughts and hard work to decorate,” said Pat Rigel, Century Branch librarian.
The Century Branch Library will host a story time and Halloween party on Thursday, October 25 at 4 pm.. for children of all ages.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Green Thumb Festival Planned
October 11, 2012
The 14th Annual Green Thumb Festival will be held this Saturday at the Escambia County Extension Service.
Escambia County Master Gardeners will be on hand with lots of expert advice, plants for sale and educational programs. Children can create a bug jar, birdseed hand prints to feed garden birds and plant a seed to take home.
Participants can learn how to build a raised bed for growing fall and winter vegetables, how to build a compost bin from recycled wooden pallets, and how to make a living herb wreath.
The program will take place Saturday, October 13, from 8 a.m. until noon at 3740 Stefani Road. For more information, call (850) 475-5230.
Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
