Camp 5 Officers Give A Very Special Gift To Coworker With Cancer
December 25, 2016
A group of corrections officers from the Escambia County Road Prison gave a very special gift to to a coworker..
Delton “Boz” Boswell was an employee of Escambia County for 31 years – about 10 of those years as a sergeant at the Escambia County Road Prison.
A little over a year and a half ago he was diagnosed with colon cancer. After having surgery to remove the cancer, six months of chemotherapy treatments and seven months of good health – he is now on round two of his cancer fight. At the end of June, he received the news that the cancer is back. While undergoing his second surgery in 16 months, the officers at the road prison’s Camp 5 came together to support their supervisor and friend.
A few months ago, they decided to finish the restoration work he had started on his 1956 Ford Crown Victoria Sunliner.
Days after one of Boswell’s surgeries, two of the officers loaded up the car to have the exhaust re-done at George’s Muffler Shop. Later, 18 officers and friends gathered at a garage to give the car an overhaul. In 10 hours, the car had a new gas tank, new Edelbrock carburetor, new seats, radiator repair (special thanks to Danny Cain) and other fix-ups before the big reveal.
As Boswell turned into the driveway, the garage door was raised and the car pulled out while friends and family followed behind. Lots of smile and lots of tears were shed along with a prayer for healing and friendship.
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Christmas Recipes: Rice Krispie Treats, Oatmeal Cookies, Hot Chocolate
December 25, 2016
Here are some family time favorites for this Christmas Day.
Today’s recipes include Traditional Oatmeal Cookies, Crockpot Candy and Rice Krispie Treats — perfect recipes for the family to make together. And what would Christmas be without Hot Chocolate? Our quick and easy recipe can easily be increased to make enough for everyone, plus it’s easy to include some extra cocoa powder for a deeper, darker treat.
Crock Pot Candy
- 16 oz Salted Peanuts
- 16 oz UnSalted Peanuts
- 4 oz German Chocolate Bark
- 1 pkg Almond Chocolate Bark
- 1 pkg Butterscotch Morsels
Put all ingredients into crock pot. Cook on low for 2 hours. Do not stir or open lid. After 2 hours, turn off crock pot, stir candy and drop in clusters onto wax paper. Let cool and enjoy. This recipe will make 70-90 pieces of candy, depending on the size.
Traditional Oatmeal Cookies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, softened
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 3 cups of Quaker Oats (Quick)
- 1 cup raisins (optional)
Preheat oven to 350° F. Beat together butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract; beat well. Add combined flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; mix well. Slowly stir in oats. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto an ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 1 minute on sheet, remove to wire rack.
Rice Krispie Treats
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 (10 oz., about 40) pkg. regular marshmallows or 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 6 cups Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal
In a large saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Add the marshmallows and continue to stir until the marshmallows have completely melted. Remove from heat. Stir in the Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal coating them well with the melted marshmallow mixture. Using a buttered or silicone spatula, press the mixture evenly into a 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan which has been buttered or sprayed with non-stick spray or lined with wax paper. Cut into squares when the mixture cools. Makes 24 squares.
MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:
Microwave butter with marshmallows on high setting for 2 minutes in a microwave safe mixing bowl. Stir together when melted. Microwave again on high for 1 additional minute. Stir in cereal, mixing until well coated. Press into pan as above.
Hot Chocolate
- 1 tbsp. cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 2 tbsp. water
- 1 c. milk
- a bit of vanilla, if desired
Combine cocoa, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Heat it on low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent the paste from sticking to the pan. After about 1 to 2 minutes, add milk and vanilla. Mix it all together until it reaches your preferred temperature.
Santa Claus Visits Cantonment Senior Center (With Gallery)
December 25, 2016
Santa Claus paid a recent visit to the Cantonment Senior Center. He passed out gifts, listened to wishes and took photos with the seniors.
Pictured: Santa Claus visited the Cantonment Senior Center recently Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Our Gift To You: Christmas Concert Video From Ernest Ward Middle School
December 25, 2016
On this Christmas Day, we invite you to enjoy highlights from the 2016 Ernest Ward Middle School Christmas Program.
The half hour video program, available in high definition, is below. Merry Christmas!
NorthEscambia.com photo and video.
Dedria’s Gift Provides Christmas Presents For Nursing Home Residents
December 25, 2016
The Century organization “Dedria’s Gift” recently visited three area nursing homes and assisted living facilities, providing Christmas presents for less fortunate residents. The gifts were provided at the Century Health and Rehabilitation Center (pictured top), the Atmore Nursing Care Center (pictured below) and the Westgate Village in Brewton.
Dedria’s Gift honors the memory of Dedria Robinson who was killed 2005 in an automobile accident at age 11. The group annual provides school supplies for hundreds of children the Century area.
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Auburn Woman Dies In Crash Outside Brewton
December 24, 2016
An Auburn woman was killed in a single vehicle accident between Brewton and Flomaton Saturday morning.
Jessica Michelle Norwood, 29, was pronounced deceased at the scene of the 5:45 a.m. crash near the intersection of Highway 31 and Old Highway 31, about two miles south of Georgia Pacific.
According to Alabama State Troopers, Norwood was driving a 2009 Toyota Camry that left the roadway and overturned into some trees. The vehicle came to rest on its side against several trees.
She was not wearing a seat belt.
The crash remains under investigation by Alabama State Troopers.
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Tate Band Members Honor Pearl Harbor Veterans On Hawaii Trip
December 24, 2016
The Tate High School Showband of the South joined in a special performance in Hawaii on December 7 to mark the 75th anniversary of the attack on Peal Harbor.
There were 115 Tate band members that made the trip, joining the bands of schools from across the country invited to perform at the USS Missouri on December 7.
“It was definitely very somber and an experience that none of us will forget,” said Kim Franklin, who served as one of 31 chaperones and staff for the Tate band. Each band member had to raise $2,400 to make the trip.
The group left in three buses for Atlanta on December 1, then flew to Hawaii and returned on December 10. Their trip included a tour of the USS Arizona Memorial.
Franklin, mother of the trumpet player J.D. Franklin, said as they were touring the memorial, one of the Pearl Harbor survivors arrived, which made it even more memorable.
The Arizona was hit four times by Japanese planes and sunk quickly. The bombs and explosions killed 1,177 of the 1,512 crewmen, which was about half of the total lives lost in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
“To see the wall of names and to think all those men are entombed there and how many families were impacted is very sombering,” Franklin said. “I told J.D. that you could go back to Hawaii but you wouldn’t be able to participate in the 75th anniversary. To be there was special.”
Greg Gomez, had the privilege of diving the USS Arizona on December 7 as part of the U.S. Marine Corps 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company.
It was part of the Division Dive Training Package for the 4th Marine Division, where they conducted dive operations in accordance with a training manual. Semiannually, Division Dive Packages are offered all over the world to establish Standard Operating Procedures for the Combatant Diver to employ in real world scenarios.
Gomez, who is a sergeant in the Marines, took video while he was on the dive.
“Diving the USS Arizona on the anniversary of Pearl Harbor was a surreal feeling,” he said. “I still can’t wrap my head around the fact I was looking at the graveyard of thousands of men who perished during the attack and their bodies are still trapped inside.”
The Tate band members took tours of different areas in Hawaii. On Dec. 7, they performed several songs at the USS Missouri during the program, including America the Beautiful, the Navy hymn, Fanfare for the Common Man, Summon the Heroes and the Armed Forces salute.
The band had a 3-hour practice on the day before the event and another 3-hour practice on the day of the event. They also had a separate performance on Waikiki Beach.
Tina Stojak traveled as a parent to take in the commemoration.
“It was very impressive, much more than I ever expected,” she said. “Seeing so many Pearl Harbor survivors; it was neat to meet them and hear their stories.
“Evan declared it the greatest week of his life,” Stojak said. “He was so into it and was in awe. He was very somber. It was a huge honor.”
Man Charged With Robbing Business Employee At Gunpoint
December 24, 2016
A man wanted for robbing an employee of a Pensacola business at gunpoint on Tuesday has been arrested.
Marsarius Savontae Evans, aka “T.T.”, 26, no permanent address, was arrested Friday afternoon at a residence in the 2400 block of North F Street. He was charged with armed robbery, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and aggravated assault.
The incident occurred around 6:45 a.m. Tuesday at the Smart Fill, 4306 N. Davis Highway.
The suspect entered the store, grabbed a 27-year-old female clerk by the arm, showed a gun, and demanded money. When the suspect couldn’t open the cash register, he took the employee’s wallet and left the store.
FDOT Suspends Road Construction For Christmas, New Year’s Holidays
December 24, 2016
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has suspended highway construction projects on major roadways across Northwest Florida for the holidays. There will be no lane closures or other activities that impede traffic on state roads through Monday, January 2, 2017. All major roads will be open to normal traffic.
Although no construction closures are scheduled over the holiday, existing state highway work zones will remain in effect and drivers may encounter construction workers and reduced speed limits. Motorists are reminded to use caution while traveling through work zones around barricades and equipment.
FDOT is encouraging drivers to allow extra travel time and to use extra caution in existing work zones along state highways. Drivers are urged to make sure they buckle up, along with their passengers. FDOT and other safety agencies also ask drivers to obey speed limits, get adequate rest before traveling, avoid distractions and never drink and drive.
Drivers also are urged to be prepared for unscheduled highway closures due to accidents, disabled vehicles or other events. Motorists should be alert to changing weather conditions while traveling.
Santa Visits Camp Fire Kids
December 24, 2016
Santa Claus recently paid a very special visit to the Camp Fire USA Learning Center in Century to take some last minute Christmas wishes. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
