Youth Livestock Grooming Clinic Saturday At New Molino 4-H Property
March 12, 2015
The new 4-H facility in Molino is ready to hosts its first event.
The Gulf Coast Agriculture and Natural Resources Youth Organization will be holding their annual Grooming Clinic on Saturday from 9 a.m. until lunch at the new 4-H property at 5701 Highway 99 in Molino.
The youth will be instructed on how to feed, groom and show their animals in preparation for the upcoming GCA and NRA Livestock Show.
The 4-H and FFA Youth will receive guidance on swine from Chris George, Eclectic AL; the Cattle Clinic will be run by Spencer Williamson, Brewton AL; and the Goat Clinic will be presented by Lori Kent, Baldwin County. The exhibitors will be able to gather valuable information from each of these experts.
The GCA and NRA Livestock show will bee held Saturday April 18 beginning at 8 a.m. Youth ages 8-18 will exhibit rabbits, poultry, swine and cattle followed by a live auction.
For more information contact GCAandNRA@gmail.com.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Students Place In Calf And Heifer Show
March 11, 2015
The 2015 Escambia (AL) County Calf and Heifer show started long before the audience actually saw the prize cattle. Early in the morning, the cows were brought into the stables to begin the grooming process, which includes bathing, brushing, blow drying and fluffing. The key ingredient for a making a cow beautiful? It’s shaving cream, which helps the hair puff out and become smooth and shiny.
“We begin with a bath and when all is said and done, use a bit of shaving cream and blow dry upward,” said Teresa Rutherford, whose son, Dawson Cox, was showing for the first time at the event. She said it is about a four-month process getting Dawson’s cow ready to show, including making sure he is in control of the animal, is comfortable and not nervous around the cow.
Show judge Smokey Spears said he has a few criteria he looks for when choosing first, second and third places. The children must always know where the judge is in the ring and keep eye contact with him throughout the judging. This tells the judge the participant is knowledgeable, respectful and proud of his or her cow. Another rule of showing is how well the participant keeps the cow under control and sets the animal’s feet in the correct position/stance. The feet must be set directly underneath the cow, side by side, and its back should align straight with the horizon.
The judge also evaluates the handler’s quick response to the cow’s demeanor.
Winners at the annual show were as follows:
Senior showman class:
- Makayla Bohannan
- Wyatt Rutherford
- Shae Dortch
- Jude Parham
Intermediate showmanship class:
- Denver Schrock
- Austin Schrock
- Jason Davis
- Dawson Cox
- Rowdy Rutherford
- Jacelyn Chunn
Junior showmanship class:
- Colbie English
- DJ Parham
- Caleb Davis
- Landon Barrentine
- Noah Smith
- Dylan Rolin
- John Braxton Rhodes
Heifer class born December 2013-March 2014
- Noah Smith
- Jude Parham
- Dylan Rolin
Heifer class born June 2013:
- Cole Lowery (black)
- Cole Lowery (white)
- John Braxton Rhodes
- Jude Parham
Heifer class born November 2013:
- Noah Smith
Supreme champion heifer:
- Cole Lowery
Reserve champion heifer:
- Cole Lowery
Lightweight steer class:
- Makayla Bohannan
- Caleb Davis
- DJ Rolin
- Wyatt Rutherford
- Jacelyn Chunn
Medium weight steer class:
- Denver Schrock
- Austin Schrock
- Landon Barrentine
- Rowdy Rutherford
- Dylan Rolin
Heavyweight steer class:
- Colbie English
- Jason Davis
- Charleigh Parham
- Shae Dortch
- Dawson Cox
- Landon Barrentine
Grand champion:
- Makayla Bohannan
Reserve champion:
- Denver Schrock
County bred champion:
- Denver Schrock
Gain per day champion:
- Dawson Cox
- Colbie English
- Jason Davis
- Charleigh Parham
Pictured top: Caleb Davis. Pictured inset: Cole Lowery. Pictured below: Jason Davis. Pictured bottom: Makayla Bohannan. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photos: ‘A Turtle Convention’
March 9, 2015
Turtles on Jernigan’s Lake lined logs Sunday afternoon to enjoy the warm sunshine. Jernigan’s Lake, sometimes called Wiggin’s Lake, is located just east of Century off the Escambia River. Reader photos by Howard Stanton for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Write A Letter For An Absolutely Incredible Kid
March 9, 2015
Celebrating its 18th anniversary this year, Camp Fire’s Absolutely Incredible Kid Day will honor our nation’s youth by asking adults to write simple letters of encouragement and inspiration to the incredible kids in their lives and community. It is a simple, meaningful way to let youth know how much they are appreciated. Lives are changed by this simple act of love and kindness. Letters are
“We know about Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Women’s History Month. We celebrate adults on special days, but why not youth?” said La-Vonne Haven, executive director of Camp Fire Gulf Wind Inc. “We ask every adult to join us. Take five minutes and write a letter to a child, tell them they matter, that they always will. If a youth hears it enough and believes it, he or she will be more prepared to face the complicated issues confronting them every day.”
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day was developed by Camp Fire, a national youth organization and will be celebrated across America. Absolutely Incredible Kid Day is celebrated annually on the third Thursday in March. This year, Camp Fire Gulf Wind, will celebrate on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
“The students were so excited to receive the special letters and shared them with friends,” said Coach Julie Madison-Tompkins, teacher at Warrington Middle School. “It meant so much to see the smiles on the student’s faces.”
Anyone can participate—parents, siblings, grandparents, teachers, coaches, executives, etc… The goal is for every kid in America to receive a letter. Just imagine the impact of encouraging letters in lunch boxes, left on pillows, tucked into backpacks and placed on desks.
To participate, visit http://www.campfirekids.com/ to get the Absolutely Incredible Kid Day letterhead and wonderful ideas to write an encouraging letter to a child, or call (850) 476-1760 to have the letterhead mailed to you. Letters received by March 12 will be delivered to K-6th grade students in our local schools.
This Week: Fly Along With LifeFlight Over North Escambia
March 8, 2015
Our NorthEscambia.com photographers had the opportunity to fly along with the LifeFlight medical helicopter Saturday. Coming up this week, we’ll share our pictures and show you Walnut Hill and Bratt from the air like most people have never seen, plus we’ll take a look at the helicopter itself.
Pictured top: The new Ernest Ward Middle School in Walnut Hill as seen from LifeFlight Saturday morning. Pictured below: LifeFlight lands on a practice field at Northview. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Photos: Blue Jacket Jamboree
March 8, 2015
The annual Blue Jacket Jamboree was held Saturday at Northview High School with arts and crafts, kids’ activities, food, a car show and more. All proceeds from the event benefited the Northview High School FFA and FFA Scholarship Fund.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Destiny Cleckler Named Miss EWMS (With Photo Gallery)
March 7, 2015
Destiny Cleckler, 13, was named Miss Ernest Ward Middle School Friday night in “Night in Holleywood” pageant at the school
Third runner-up was Morgan Lathan, second-runner up was Ashtyn Carnley, and first runner-up in the annual pageant was Ashlan Harigel.
Other awards presented were: Miss Congeniality Gabrielle Kline, Miss Personality Ashlan Harigel, Physical Fitness award Gabrielle Kline, Poise and Appearance award Ashlan Harigel, and People’s Choice award Emily Stabler.
For a photo gallery from the pageant, click here. Editor’s note: Photo reprints are available. Email news@northescambia.com for details.
Pictured top: First Runner-up Ashlan Harigel, Second Runner-up Ashtyn Carnley, Miss EWMS Destiny Cleckler, and Third Runner-up Morgan Lathan. Pictured inset; Miss EWMS Destiny Cleckler is crowned by last year’s winner Jerni Crabtree. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
32 To Compete In ‘Miss EWMS’ Pageant Friday Night
March 5, 2015
Friday night, 32 young ladies will compete for the title of Miss EWMS.
Tickets are available in advance for $5 for adults, $3 for elementary students. At the door, all tickets will be $6. The pageant begins at 7 p.m.
Eighth grade contestants, pictured above, are (L-R, front) Allison Rice, Shelby Bashore, Gabrielle Kline, Gabbrielle Peebles, Nikoal Creamer, (back) Kaina Brantley, Ashtyn Carnley, Aubree Love, Madison Sherouse, Cailee Wilburn, Morgan Lathan and Emma Fennell.
Seventh grade contestants, pictured below, are (L-R, front) Katelyn Hassebrock, Ashlan Harigel, Payton Jackson, Jayda Crabtree, Cloe Smith, Bailey Seibert, (back) Madison Jogan, Raleigh Woodfin, Teriana Redmond, Destiny Cleckler, Lauren Ahern, Kelley Bradley and Savannah Steadham.
Sixth grade contestants, pictured bottom, are (L-R) Madison Peterson, Madelyn Berry, Emily Stabler, Taviana Parker and Kenna Redmond.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Northview Congratulates Escambia Teacher Of The Year Anna Barry
March 3, 2015
Northview High School welcomed Escambia County Teacher of the Year Anna Barry back to work Tuesday morning. Teachers, staff and faculty held a small reception for Barry prior to the start of school.
Barry was named Escambia County Teacher of the Year last Thursday night, just a few hours before she departed on a school field trip to Orlando. Tuesday was her first day back in the classroom after returning late Monday night.
Barry is the first county teacher of the year from Northview. She is now in the running for Florida’s teacher of the year award.
Pictured top: A sign welcomed Escambia County Teacher of the Year Anna Barry to Northview High School Tuesday morning. Pictured inset: Barry (left) and Northview Principal Gayle Weaver. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
A Century That Lasts Forever — Town Slogan Winner Awarded
March 3, 2015
Century Mayor Freddie McCall presented a personal $50 check Monday night to the winner of the town’s recent slogan contest. Josie Leonard of Milton, a Northview High School graduate, submitted the winning “A Century that lasts forever” slogan. Pictured top: Century Mayor Freddie McCall, Josie Leonard and her husband Caleb Leonard. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Curious about the other slogans submitted in the contest? Click here for an earlier story.