Senior ‘Snow’ Picture

December 9, 2010

The yearbook photo for Northview High School Senior Class of 2011 turned out to be a little more on the memorable side Wednesday morning as snow flurries interrupted the photo shoot.

To see closeup images from the main picture, click here.


Pictured above: Snow interrupted the Northview High School Senior Class of 2011 picture Wednesday morning. Pictured below: A closeup from the photo. Submitted for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

FFA Students Place In Sub-District Career Event

December 8, 2010

Northview High, Ernest Ward Middle, Tate High and Jay High were among schools from Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties that participated in the FFA Sub-District Career Development Events Tuesday at the Jay Community Center.

Ernest Ward Middle  placed second in parliamentary procedure. Team members were: Austin Cunningham, Miranda Vidak, Madison McGhee, Mitchell Singleton, Aden Davis, Andrea Miles and alternate Kendall Cobb.

Ernest Ward Middle  also participated in the Opening and Closing Ceremony Event. Team members: Tiffani Cruce, Jaylen Parker, Haylee Weaver, Bethany Reynolds, Haley Brown, Allison Woodfin, and Addy Lee.

Northview participated and earned awards in the following areas:

  • Second in Parliamentary Procedure, with team members being Lydia Weaver, Allie Vidak, Allyson Bullard, Lane Purvis, Devin Bell, Stephanie Solari and alternate Dillon Crutchhfield.
  • Second place in Prepared Public Speaking went to Jessica Baldwin.
  • Second place in Extemporaneous Public Speaking went to Allie Vidak.
  • First place in FFA Creed speaking went to Courtney Solari.
  • Forth place in Safe Tractor Operation went to Brandon Chambless.

Tate High School placed as follows:

  • Third place in Prepared Public Speaking  -  Emily Higdon
  • First place in Extemporaneous Public Speaking – Megan Gibbs
  • Second place in Creed Speaking  -  Victoria Beson
  • First place in Tractor Driving Operations – Jeff Hansford
  • First place in Parliamentary Procedure  -  Laura William, Megan Gibbs, Destiny Miller, Victoria Bell, Cierra Mitchell, Austin Pfeiffer, Chelsea Ward  (alternate).

Jay High School placed as follows:

  • First place in Parliamentary Procedure — Olivia Moore, Makenzie Bray, Paige Smith, Alicia Roberts, Sarah Adkinson, Satchel Starling
  • First place — Opening and Closing Ceremony Team — Olivia Moore, Makenzie Bray, Paige Smith, Alicia Roberts, Sarah Adkinson, Satchel Starling, Colby Odom

Pictured top: Members of the Northview High School FFA. Pictured below: Members of the Ernest Ward Middle School FFA. Pictured bottom: The Jay High FFA members. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.


Weekend In Photos

December 6, 2010

From parades in Molino, Flomaton and Atmore to state playoff football in Jacksonville, NorthEscambia.com had photo galleries this weekend from several events. Click any of the items below to see more pictures.

See Video, Photos From Molino, Flomaton And Atmore Christmas Parades

December 6, 2010

There were three big Christmas parades in the area Saturday, and NorthEscambia.com was there with photos and videos from each.

Click the parade name for a photo gallery and a video.

Pictured top: Santa Claus at the Flomaton Christmas Parade. Pictured below: A float rolls through Molino Saturday afternoon. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.

Atmore Christmas Parade Photo Gallery, Video

December 5, 2010

The annual Atmore Twilight Christmas Parade rolled through Atmore Saturday night before a crowd of hundreds. The “”All Creatures Great and Small . Celebrate One and All” themed parade featured lighted floats, several bands, community groups, churches and school groups from across the area.

For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the parade, click here. For a video, click below.

The float from Atmore Community Hospital won first place.

Pictured top: The “Three Little Pigs” float travels down Main Street during the annual Atmore Twilight Christmas parade Saturday night. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Molino Christmas Parade Photo Gallery, Video

December 5, 2010


The annual Molino Christmas Parade was held Saturday afternoon on Crabbtree Church Road. After the parade, Santa Claus met with lots of good boys and girls at the Molino Ballpark.

Sponsored by the Molino Recreation Association, proceeds from the parade are used to benefit needy children in the Molino area during the Christmas season.

For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the parade, click here. For a video, click below.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click  to enlarge.

Gospel Singing Benefits Bratt Youth Group

December 5, 2010

The First Baptist Church of Bratt held a Gaither Homecoming style Gospel Singing Saturday evening. Local talent from the Bratt community presented a variety of Southern gospel and Christmas music. The event benefited the church youth in their efforts to attend a January Bible conference. Submitted photos by Wayne Holland for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Have news or photos to share from your church? Email your information to news@northescambia.com

Featured Recipe: Chocolate Mice

December 5, 2010

This weekend’s featured recipe from Janet Tharpe is a “Chocolate Mice”, a fun and easy idea with just four simple ingredients and a few easy steps. Kids of all ages will have fund making (and eating) these decorative delights.

To print today’s “Just a Pinch” recipe column, you can click the image below to load a printable pdf with a recipe card.

Flomaton Christmas Parade Photo Gallery, Video

December 5, 2010

Hundreds enjoyed the annual Flomaton Christmas Parade “The Wonder of Christmas Morning” Saturday morning.

The parade rolled through the streets of Flomaton with the Flomaton High School band plus floats, twirlers and more from across the area. The parade was highlighted by appearance by Santa Claus.

The float from Faith Bible Baptist Church won first place.

For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the parade, click here. For a video, click below.

Pictured above: Santa Claus make an appearance Saturday morning during the Flomaton Christmas Parade. Pictured below: The Flomaton High School Band. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.


Support The Chiefs: Poster Contest Winners Named

December 3, 2010

Winners were named Thursday in the Support the Chiefs poster contest at Northview High School.

Kara Hardin’s “Let’s Go Chiefs: Get That Ring” was the winner in the non-computer enhanced division. There was a three-way tie for the winning poster in the digital publishing category: between Katie Wieborg’s “I Am A Chief”, Dixie Carnley’s “Show Some Spirit Northview Chiefs” and Heather Barrows’ “Go Chiefs”.

Pictured above: Katie Wieborg, Kara Hardin, Dixie Carnley and Heather Barrows. Winning posters are below. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Above by Heather Barrow.

Above by Dixie Carnley.

Above by Katie Wieborg.

Above by Kara Hardin.

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