Elementary Students Get Up Close Look At LifeFlight
May 6, 2015
Kindergarten students at Beulah Elementary School had the opportunity to get an up close look at the LifeFlight medical helicopter on Tuesday. Photos by Dalton Young for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Letter Carriers Plan Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
May 5, 2015
On Saturday, letter carriers will join forces to help Stamp Out Hunger in our community. In its 23rd year, the annual food drive has grown to be the largest national single-day effort that benefits millions of Americans who struggle to put food on the table.
Residents are encouraged to leave a sturdy bag of non-perishable foods, such as canned soup, canned vegetables, pasta, rice or cereal next to their mailbox prior to their regular mail delivery on Saturday, May 9. Escambia and Santa Rosa letter carriers will collect food donations for local food banks including the Bay Area Food Bank and Manna Food Pantries. Last year, organizations received a total of 159,625 pounds of food from the community during the food drive.
“This is a critical food drive because it comes at a time when donations are typically low and the need has increased,” said DeDe Flounlacker, Manna Food Pantries’ executive director. “During the school year, many children get a healthy meal through the free or reduced breakfast and lunch programs. During the summer, those programs aren’t available. The generous donations from the community allow us to provide nutritious food to hungry families and children throughout the summer months.”
Tickets Still Available For ‘Hairspray’ Musical
May 5, 2015
Tickets are still available for the Northview High School Theatre Department presentation of the Broadway musical “Hairspray” this weekend.
It’s 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. It is a show that’s great for the entire family.
Performances will be at 7 p.m. in the Northview Theatre on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. Advance tickets are available in the Northview front office.
Northview Teacher Recognized By Freedoms Foundation
May 4, 2015
Northview High School social studies teacher James Moretz has been recognized by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge. He has received a scholarship to attend the Medal of Honor Legacy graduate program this summer. His scholarship will include transportation, accommodations, graduate credit, meals, and a guided tour of the historic area of Philadelphia including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the National Constitution Center, and many more highlights.
Founded in 1949, the Freedoms Foundation is a national, non-profit, non-partisan, non-sectarian educational organization. The Freedoms Foundation provides a wide range of educational and awards programs for students, teachers and citizens to gain a greater awareness and appreciation of the principles and responsibilities of a free and democratic society.
Pictured: Northview High School social studies teacher James Mortez. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Not About The Catch: Pen Wheels Fishing Rodeo Held In Walnut Hill (With Gallery)
May 3, 2015
The 41st annual Pen Wheels Fishing Rodeo was held Saturday in Walnut Hill.
Over the history of the fishing rodeo, it has been held at locations ranging from Ft. Pickens to the Three Mile Bridge in Pensacola. Since 2001, it has been held at Jantz’s Catfish Pond on South Highway 99, just off Highway 97.
Dozens of volunteers stood ready Saturday to help the disabled. They baited hooks, tossed a line and offered words of friendly encouragement, while dozens of disabled people were registered in Saturday’s fishing rodeo. They were from around the area.
“You going to put my picture on the New York Times,” one participant asked our photographer as she posed with her catch.
Saturday’s event wasn’t so much about the catch as it was the experience for those they often would otherwise never have the opportunity to fish.
“We both caught one, but mine weighed more than his,” one woman said, pointing a the man next to her. “It’s not about who catches the most, but having fun. But my fish was bigger than his.”
The Pen Wheels Fishing Rodeo is provided to the disabled for free as a project of the Pensacola Fiesta of Five Flags organization.
Pictured: The Pen Wheel Fishing Rodeo for the disabled Saturday in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos, click to enlarge.
Photos: Century Sawmill Day
May 3, 2015
Hundreds of people attended the annual Sawmill Day in Saturday at Century’s historical park. The event featured entertainment, plenty of great food, arts and crafts and free museum tours.
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Pictured top: A spinning and yarn making demonstration. Pictured inset: Replacing cane on a circa 1939 dining room chair. Pictured below: Enjoying entertainment Saturday morning at Century’s Sawmill Festival. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Photos: Sawmill Day Car Show (And A Really Cool Red Flyer Wagon)
May 3, 2015
Large crowds attended the annual Sawmill Day Car Show in Century on Saturday.
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Photo Gallery: Thousands Celebrate Mayfest
May 3, 2015
From beautiful babies, cute dogs, arts and crafts, entertainment and plenty of fun, Mayfest 2015 had a little bit of something for everyone Saturday at Tom Byrne Park in Atmore as thousands attended the annual event.
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Standing With Coop: Yard Sale Benefits Cancer Patient
May 3, 2015
The First Baptist Church of Bratt held a benefit yard sale Saturday for 17-year old Bryant Cooper. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroendocrine cancer. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Tickets On Sale Now For ‘Hairspray’ At Northview High
April 30, 2015
The Northview High School Theatre Department will present the Broadway musical “Hairspray” for two shows only next week.
It’s 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. It is a show that’s great for the entire family.
Performances will be at 7 p.m. in the Northview Theatre on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. Advance tickets are $7 now through April 30 in the Northview front office.