Molino Library Reads Across America With Dr. Seuss
March 6, 2014
The Molino Branch Library recently celebrated Dr. Seuss and Read Across America with stories, characters, popcorn a lots of reading fun. Several participants also took the “Reader’s Oath”, promising to read each day and each night (because it’s the key to “growing up right”). Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photo: Captain Of The Boat
March 3, 2014
The weekend weather was perfect for outdoor activities…including running catfish lines up the Escambia River with the Captain of the Boat “Rowdy” at helm near the Molino boat ramp. Photo by Crista Pope for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Rachel Grammer Named District 1 Miss FFA Sweetheart
March 2, 2014
Rachel Grammer of the Tate High School FFA was named the District 1 Miss FFA Sweetheart Saturday at Northview High School. First runner-up was Patra Miller from the Tate High FFA, and second runner-up was Victoria Kent of the Tate High FFA.
A dozen young ladies from the Tate, Northview, Ernest Ward and Bethlehem FFA chapters took part in the second annual pageant.
Pictured top: (L-R) Second Runner-up Victoria Kent, District 1 Miss FFA Sweetheart Rachel Grammer, First Runner-up Patra Miller, all of the Tate High School FFA Chapter. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Branden Penegar Memorial Car Show Held In Gonzalez
March 2, 2014
The Branden Penegar Memorial Car Show was held Saturday at the Gonzalez United Methodist Church on Pauline Street in Cantonment. Penegar, the “Gentle Giant” was a 2011 graduate of Tate High School, an assistant coach for the freshman Aggies’ football program and varsity tennis team, and a member of the Tate High School Student Hall of Fame. He passed away in March 2013 at the age of 20.
Penegar was a active member of the Gonzalez United Methodist Church and youth program.
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Locals Compete In Horse Show
March 2, 2014
Several local girls took part in a Coastal Jumper Horse Show at the Escambia County Equestrian Center, with Trinity Farms bringing home more than 120 ribbons including grand champions.
Among the local competitors and winners were: Morgan Mickel, Lexy Small, Tessa Walsingham, Molly Arnold, Trinity Smith, Rebecca Fulton, Aubrey DePury, Lindsey Walden, Sarah Birdsong, Ruth Gatewood, and Brystal Rhodes.
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Photos: Ernest Ward Holds Womanless Beauty Pageant
March 1, 2014
Chase Gifford was named Junior Mr. Miss Ernest Ward Middle School in a womanless beauty pageant Friday night. First runner-up was Levi Wagner, second runner-up was Health Sheldt and third runner-up was Aaron Dees. Wagner also received the audience vote People’s Choice Award.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Proceeds from the just-for-fun event, sponsored by the school’s cheerleaders, will be used to replace badly worn carpeting on steps leading to the school’s stage.
Pictured top: Junior Mr. Miss Ernest Ward Middle School Chase Gifford. Pictured inset: Levi Wagner, first runner-up and People’s Choice award winner won a tube of toothpaste as the Best Smile Award. Pictured below: Second runner up Heath Sheldt. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Chloe Channell ‘Excited’ About Northview Blue Jacket Jamboree Appearance
February 27, 2014
America fell in love with Chloe Channell last fall on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” when she sang the Carrie Underwood cover song “All American Girl”. The song title almost describes the 12-year old middle school student, but perhaps make it “All American Country Girl”.
She was already a local star of sorts, performing with the Sawmill Band on a regular basis at the Farmer’s Opry in Chumuckla, since she was seven. But since the national TV appearances in front of millions, her fame has grown (how many local 12-year olds do you know with two million YouTube views on one video?).
She spent the Christmas holidays in Branson, Missouri, on stage with country star Billy Dean in the Kenny Rogers production “The Toy Shoppe”.
But now she’s “really excited” about March 8 and her appearance at the Blue Jacket Jamboree at Northview High School.
“I can’t wait because that will be the first show of the year with my band The Two-Dollar Pistols,” she said. “I’ve mostly just been singing at my church. But we are about to really get busy for the year beginning with the Northview show.”
Chloe will perform for an hour and a half during the Northview Blue Jacket Jamboree — a long show that she says will give her plenty of time for her favorites. She will perform her the cover of “All American Girl”, debut some original songs written for her by Billy Dean and a few favorites from The Band Perry and Sugarland.
“I can really relate to some of the Sugarland songs,” she said Wednesday night.
When asked what’s her favorite song right now, she replied “Shout to the Lord”.
“Do you know that one?” she asked.
“Shout to the Lord, all the earth, let us sing. Power and majesty, praise to the King,” she began to sing. “That’s a cool song. I don’t know if I’ll get to do that one (at Northview) or not.”
The Northview High School FFA Alumni Blue Jacket Jamboree is Saturday, March 8 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. in the football stadium. All-day events include a craft show, car show, kids activities and games and food. Local artist Dusty Sanderson will perform from noon until 1:30 p.m., and Chloe Channel will perform from 2:30 until 4:00.
Admission, including entertainment, is $5 at the gate, $2 for children 12 and under. Parking is free. Craft and vendor booths are still available; call Pam at (850) 712-6267. The Blue Jacket Jamboree is sponsored in part by NorthEscambia.com.
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Northview, Tate FBLA Students Place At District Competition
February 27, 2014
Numerous Northview and Tate high school FBLA students placed at the recent District Leadership Conferences.
Those students included:
- Impromptu Speaking – 1st, Victoria Wright, Northview
- Accounting I – 4th, Jamilia Smiley-Knight, Northview
- Accounting I -3rd, Mikaela Santos, Northview
- Accounting I – 2nd, Keyth Grice, Northview
- Accounting I – 1st, Matthew Chavers, Northview
- Business Calculations – 5th, Holly Cofield, Northview
- Business Calculations – 4th, Kevin Barrow, Northview
- Business Calculations – 1st, Kelton Wooten, Northview
- Business Communication – 4th, Tamara Green, Northview
- Business Communication – 1st, Kasie Braun, Northview
- Business Math – 4th, Abbie Johnson, Northview
- Business Procedures – 5th, Mariah Albritton, Northview
- Business Procedures – 2nd, Courtney Weaver, Northview
- Health Care Administration – 5th, Iyanna Davidson, Northview
- Health Care Administration – 4th, Logan Lambeth, Northview
- Introduction to Business Communication – 5th, Savanna Roux, Northview
- Business Calculations – 2nd, Ward Hooten, Tate
- Business Communication – 5th, Jason Crabbe, Tate
- Cyber Security – 1st, Greg Barton, Tate
- Introduction to Business – 4th, th, rd, Kenny Overholt, Tate
- Introduction to Business – 2nd, Matthew Lawson, Tate
- Introduction to Business – 1st, Zac Sheldon, Tate
- Introduction to Business Communication – 4th, Katelyn Bailey, Tate
- Introduction to Business Communication – 2nd, Abigail Bruner, Tate
Kasie Braun, Abbie Johnson and Victoria Wright from Northview High, and Zac Sheldon from Tate are eligible to attend the State Leadership Conference (SLC) to be held in Orlando, March 21-24.
In addition to the district winners, Northview FBLA also won the “Outstanding FBLA District 1 Chapter of the Year, 2013-2014 Award” for being the most active and best all-around chapter. The chapter has been extremely busy this year with numerous activities including service projects such as the Manna Food Drive, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation fundraiser, and promoting Breast Cancer Awareness.
Victoria Wright earned recognition for Northview’s chapter by participating in the State Business Achievement Awards program (BAA) and earning certificates for achieving Membership Madness, Business Award. Wright, the NHS FBLA President, has served as the district president for the past two years.
Kasie Braun, NHS FBLA Vice President, has served as the District 1 vice president for the past two years. Wright and Braun received the Gloria Cooper Award and the Who’s Who in District 1 Award. The Gloria Cooper Award is given to outstanding FBLA members in District 1 who have helped promote FBLA and progress the goals of FBLA. Gloria Cooper was once a business teacher at Woodham High School who exemplified everything FBLA tries to help students achieve.
Wright and NHS FBLA Treasurer Anna Donald both received FBLA Scholarships of $250.
Pictured: Members of the Northview High School FBLA chapter. Pictured below NHS FBLA (L-R) Treasurer Anna Donald, Vice President Kasie Braun, and President Victoria Wright. Photos for NorthEcambia.com, click to enlarge.
Watkins Graduates From Basic Combat Training
February 26, 2014
Army Pvt. David T. Watkins has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Sill, OK.
During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.
Watkins is the son of Amber Fletcher of Cantonment and Tommy Watkins of Manor, TX.
He is a 2013 graduate of Siatech Charter HIgh School and the pre-law program at Job Corp in Gainseville.
Northview NJROTC Cadets Shine At FAMU Drill Competition
February 25, 2014
The Northview High School NJROTC excelled during a drill competition last Saturday at FAMU in Tallahassee.
Northview’s NJROTC placed sixth of 16 teams overall. They won first in Color Guard, fifth in Personnel Inspection and Armed Exhibition drill. Elijah Harbison was in the top four cadets in individual drill competition out of over 200 cadets.
Pictured top: Northview NJROTC cadets pose for a candid photo Saturday with their trophies at FAMU. Pictured inset and below: Cadets competed in the drill meeting Tallahassee on Saturday. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
