Bratt Elementary Presents K-2 Academic Awards

May 29, 2013

Bratt Elementary School has presented the following academic awards to students in grades K-2:

KINDERGARTEN

Outstanding Citizenship Award
Noah Faulkner
Colton Criswell
Kylie Davis
Aaliyah Fountain
Ally Richardson

Progress Award
Landon Etheridge
Reece Starns
Justin Kinley
Brayden Reaves
Payton Daw
Jaquorious Burt
Markavia Johnson
Zakyla Smith

Outstanding Attendance
DeMonte Ewing
Zi’don Smith
Hezekiah Elliott
Mary Catherine Hughes
Colby Pugh
Chris Weber

P.E. Award
Noah Faulkner
Jamison Gilman
Grant Wise
Ally Richardson

Music Award
Crista Kinley
Laura Laborde
Shelby Ward
Kaya Mason

Art Award
Ja’mya Thomas
Amber Whitehurst
Callie Davis
Ashlynn Cabral

Art Show
Ally Richardson
Jacee Dortch
Kayla McCall
Kaya Mason

FIRST & SECOND GRADES

Honor Roll A’s & B’s

Sara Amerson
Leah Berry
Riley Blackwell
Kyle Blanton
Malachi Bolen
Allie Brantley
Macie Buford
Paris Burt
Landon Chavers
Irmani Dixon
Kaden Dove
Tyteanna Dubose
Gage Eicher
Alexis Evans
Jamyla Feagin
Kailey Fisher
Kohle Harigel
Summer Harrell
Tatum Hasting
Joshlynn Helton
Jacob Hughes
Ji’Keir Hudson
Trent Knighten
Sarah Long
Houston Lowry
Tobias Madison
Braeden McGhee
Megan Mcghee
Landon Mooney
Blaize Parrish
Carter Sigafoose
Arquavian Smith
Alyssa Stabler
Jaimee Taylor
Raycer Watson
T’ahna Wesley
Connor Wolfe

Academic Achievement All A’s

Rabekah Abbott
Raegan Abbott
Erich Amerson
Sarah Bailey
Brody Black
Olivia Boatwright
Sarah Branch
Luke Bridges
Aiden Broadhead
Abbie Buford
Emilee Cabral
Kadence Calvert
Carsyn Dortch
Ryan Dove
Scotty Elliott
Zykuria Fountain
Caitlyn Gibson
David Gilley
J.P.Gilman
Emma Gilmore
Maggie Godwin
Ava Gurganus
Berklee Hall
Tucker Hall
Leah Hetrick
Hunter Johnson
Allyson Jones
Gage Lambert
Kennedy Long
Bailie Merchant
Angel Schoonover
Mckenna Simmons
Aubrey Stuckey
Bentley Van Pelt
Clay Wilson
Kendall Wise

Progress Award

Denise Andrews
Kyle Blanton
Anastasia Bryan
Kyra Bryan
Nathaniel Crenshaw
Malonie Curry
Makayla Dove
Gage Eicher
Daelyn Fine
Devon Lambert
Caden Peterson
Jacob Reid
Allison Rogalski
Bryson Sanders
Anna Spence
Jayda Walker
John Michael Ward
Da’Mius Wesley

Outstanding Attendance
Rabekah Abbott
Raegan Abbott
Riley Blackwell
Kyle Blanton
Sarah Branch
Anastasia Bryan
Malonie Curry
Irmani Dixon
Tatyanna Findley
Kohle Harigel
A’laysha Huff
Allyson Jones
Jaquez Moorer
Allison Rogalski
Bryson Sanders
Kameron Spears
David Stokes

Outstanding Citizenship Award

Drew Albritton
Sarah Bailey
Abbie Buford
Rosa Carter
Berklee Hall
Tucker Hall
Ji’keir Hudson
Jaquez Moorer
Angel Schoonover
Aubrey Stuckey
Bentley Van Pelt

P.E. Award

Rabekah Abbott
Chloe Criswell
Carsyn Dortch
Emma Gilmore
Berklee Hall
Tucker Hall
Kohle Harigel
Ji’keir Hudson
McKenna Simmons

Music Award

Drew Albritton
Riley Blackwell
Paris Burt
Hunter Johnson
Jaquez Moorer
Mandell Smith
Vivyan Smith
So’Lae Trotter
Connor Wolfe

Art Award

Brody Black
Luke Bridges
Emilee Cabral
Kadence Calvert
Mayson Edwards
Alexis Evans
Zykuria Fountain
Jacob Hughes
Devon Lambert

Art Show

Elijah Amerson
Sophia Bailey
Makayla Dove
Mayson Edwards
Jamyla Feagin
Kailey Fisher
Zykuria Fountain
Kohle Harigel
Jacob Hughes
Allyson Jones
Trent Knighten
Torian Richardson
Aubrey Stuckey
Kendall Wise

Ernest Ward Middle Presents Academic Awards (With Photo Gallery)

May 28, 2013

Ernest Ward Middle School recently presented academic awards for grades 6-8.

For a photo gallery, click here.

Awards were presented as follows:

Highest Academic Average

  • 6th Grade Science – Olivia Seals
  • 6th Grade Advanced Science – Seth Killam
  • 6th Grade Science – Taryn Janes
  • 6th Grade Science – Nikoal Creamer
  • 6th Grade Advanced World Civilizations– Seth Killam
  • 6th World History – Helen Madison Kemp
  • 6th Grade Reading – Alex McMinn
  • 6th Grade Reading 1/Intensive – Aurora McCann
  • 6th Grade Language Arts – Hayley Walker
  • 6th Grade Math – Taryn Janes
  • 6th Grade Advanced Math – Austin Smith
  • 6th Grade Advanced Math – Dalton Brown
  • 6th Grade Physical Education – Kaylin Glenn
  • 6th Grade Language Arts – Kyrha Shisk
  • 6th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Alex McMinn
  • 6th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Austin Smith
  • 6th Grade Beginning Band – Kyrha Shisk
  • 6th Grade Exploratory Wheel – Meredith Morgan
  • 6th Grade Exploratory Wheel – Seth Killam
  • 6th Grade Business Leadership – Seth Killam
  • 7th Grade Science – Fisher Spence
  • 7th Grade Advanced Science – Triston Long
  • 7th Grade Science – Alicia Salas
  • 7th Grade Civics & Economics – Korbin Bryan
  • 7th Grade Advanced Civics & Economics – Triston Long
  • 7th Grade Math – Virginia Gentry
  • 7th Grade Advance Math – Triston Long
  • 7th Grade Math – Hunter Spence
  • 7th Grade Language Arts – Victoria Thames
  • 7th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Triston Long
  • 7th Grade Language Arts – Lari McCann
  • 7th Grade Reading – Fisher Spence
  • 7th Grade Reading 2/Intensive – Jarrod Davidson
  • 7th Grade Civics – Andrew Sharpless
  • 7th Grade Physical Education – Elisabeth Amerson
  • 7th Grade Graphic Arts – Tara Windham
  • 7th Grade Advanced Band – Triston Long
  • 7th Grade Materials Processing – Patience Newsome
  • 7th Grade Personal Development – Breanna Deloach
  • 8th Grade Science – Brianna Smith
  • 8th Grade Science – Brittanie McLemore
  • 8th Grade Advanced Science – Alyssa Borelli
  • 8th Grade Advanced American History – Alyssa Borelli
  • 8th Grade Math – Brittanie McLemore
  • 8th Grade Algebra 1 – Alyssa Borelli
  • 8th Grade Advanced Pre-Algebra – Victoria Amerson
  • 8th Grade Pre-Algebra – Jasmine Elliott
  • 8th Grade Physical Education – Adrian King
  • 8th Grade Information Technology – Jada Tucker
  • 8th Grade U.S. History – Jasmine Elliott
  • 8th Grade Reading – Tylia White
  • 8th Grade Reading 3/Intensive – Matthew Smith
  • 8th Grade Language Arts – Jewel Garner
  • 8th Grade Language Arts – Jasmine Elliott
  • 8th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Alyssa Borelli
  • 8th Grade Chorus – Jewel Garner
  • 8th Grade Agricultural Science – Tabitha Chavers
  • 8th Grade Electrical Academy – Ian Schneider
  • 8th Grade Culinary Arts – Jada Tucker

Exemplary Student Award

  • 6th Grade Science – Madelyn Plant
  • 6th Grade Science – Aurora McCann
  • 6th Grade Science – Shelby Bashore
  • 6th Grade Advanced Science – Kyrha Shisk
  • 6th Grade World Civilizations Advanced – Lydia Smith
  • 6th Grade World History – Cameron Aiden Long
  • 6th Grade Reading – Crystal Douglas
  • 6th Grade Reading 1/Intensive – Deanna Gulsby
  • 6th Grade Language Arts – Morgan Lathan
  • 6th Grade Language Arts – Aurora McCann
  • 6th Grade Math – Aurora McCann
  • 6th Grade Physical Education – Seth Killam
  • 6th Grade Business Leadership – Kyrha Shisk
  • 6th Grade Beginning Band – Zachary Hilton
  • 7th Grade Science – Hunter Spence
  • 7th Grade Science – Trevor Singleton
  • 7th Grade Advanced Science – Jacob White
  • 7th Grade Civics & Economics – Ellie Amerson
  • 7th Grade Advanced Civics & Economics – Kayla Galvan
  • 7th Grade Advanced Math – Anna Belle Barberree
  • 7th Grade Math – Shelby Comalander
  • 7th Grade Math – Fisher Spence
  • 7th Grade Language Arts – Kirsten White
  • 7th Grade Civics – Tyanna Magee
  • 7th Grade Physical Education – Chase Gifford
  • 7th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Celeste North
  • 7th Grade Language Arts – Fisher Spence
  • 7th Grade Reading 2/Intensive – Hannah Godwin
  • 7th Grade Graphic Arts – Elisabeth Amerson
  • 7th Grade Materials Processing – Caitlyn Nelson
  • 7th Grade Electrical Academy – Clint Gunter
  • 8th Grade Science – Tylia White
  • 8th Grade Science – Jasmine Elliott
  • 8th Grade Advanced Science – Savanna Calhoun
  • 8th Grade Advanced American History – Elizabeth Wright
  • 8th Grade U.S. History – Brianna Smith
  • 8th Grade Language Arts – Trenton Martin
  • 8th Grade Advanced Language Arts – Jada Tucker
  • 8th Grade Language Arts – Koriaun Lewis
  • 8th Grade Math – Trenton Martin
  • 8th Grade Algebra 1 – Ian Schneider
  • 8th Grade Advanced Pre-Algebra – Morgan Pope
  • 8th Grade Pre-Algebra – Desmone Knight
  • 8th Grade Physical Education – Brianna Morgan
  • 8th Grade Information Technology – Zachary Sheldon
  • 8th Grade Personal Development – Logan Purvis
  • 8th Grade Culinary Arts – Ian Schneider
  • 8th Grade Agricultural Science – Mitchell Singleton
  • 8th Grade Reading 3/Intensive – Amber Comalander
  • 8th Grade Chorus – Jessica Stacey
  • 8th Grade Advanced Band – Makenzie Colvin

Most Improved Reading Award

  • 7th Grade Reading – Naeshawn Williams
  • 8th Grade Reading – James Brooks

“A” Honor Roll 6th Grade

  • Ashtyn Carnley
  • Kaylin Glenn
  • Madison Kemp
  • Seth Killam
  • Alexander McMinn
  • Kyrha Shisk
  • Austin Smith
  • Meredith Morgan

“A “Honor Roll 7th Grade

  • Ellie Amerson
  • Kayla Galvan
  • Triston Long
  • Hannah Nelson
  • Sarah Perritt
  • Jake White
  • Tara Windham

“A” Honor Roll 8th Grade

  • Alyssa Borelli
  • Ian Schneider
  • Jada Tucker

“A-B” Honor Roll 6th Grade

  • Austin Adams
  • Lexxi Baggett
  • Jacob Borelli
  • Emily Brown
  • Dalton Brown
  • Skye Bullington
  • Caren Cannon
  • Logan Chavers
  • Justin Cruce
  • Rebecca Diamond
  • Alabama Gilley
  • Dalton Hamilton
  • Savannah Hart
  • Christopher Johnson
  • Keegun Johnston
  • Tanner Levins
  • Aubree Love
  • Jessie McCall
  • Gabrielle Peebles
  • Delaney Reynolds
  • Samantha Roux
  • Lydia Smith
  • Cameron White
  • Taryn Janes
  • Aaliyah Tucker
  • Hayley Walker
  • Cailee Wilburn

“A-B” Honor Roll 7th Grade

  • Anna Belle Barberree
  • Alayna Brown
  • Dawson Brown
  • Korbin Bryan
  • Jason Fischer
  • Virginia Gentry
  • Bailee Hinote
  • Madalyn Lathan
  • Robin Nahkala
  • Celeste North
  • Olivia Reber
  • Sabra Stewart
  • Destiny Watson
  • Brandy Wooten

“A-B” Honor Roll 8th Grade

  • Autumn Albritton
  • Victoria Amerson
  • Dustin Bethea
  • Dillon Clary
  • Austin Collier
  • Jasmine Elliott
  • Emily Heard
  • Adrian King
  • Kayleigh Linam
  • Brittanie McLemore
  • Zachary Sheldon
  • Mitchell Singleton
  • Jessica Stacey
  • Elizabeth Wright

Highest Grade Point Average 6th Grade

  • Seth Killam

Highest Grade Point Average 7th Grade

  • Triston Long

Highest Grade Point Average 8th Grade

  • Alyssa Borelli

Highest Academic Average Overall

  • Seth Killam

Overall Most Improved 6th Grade

  • Shelby Bashore

Overall Most Improved 7th Grade

  • Mallory Lathan

Overall Most Improved 8th Grade

  • Morgan Pope

Overall Most Outstanding 6th Grade

  • Austin Smith

Overall Most Outstanding 7th Grade

  • Tara Windham

Overall Most Outstanding 8th Grade

  • Savanna Calhoun

Cox Inspirational Hero Award 8th Grade

  • Daysha Kite

Take Stock in Children Award

  • Sabra C. Stewart
  • Jason R. Fischer
  • Kayla N. Galvan

Duke University Talent Search

  • Alayna Brown
  • Robin Nahkala
  • Sarah Perritt
  • Miracle Deloach
  • Triston Long
  • Bailee Hinote
  • Hannah Nelson

Student of the Month 6th Grade

  • September – Zachary Hilton
  • October – Aurora McCann
  • November – Rebecca Diamond
  • December – Crystal Douglas
  • January – Lexxi Baggett
  • February – Madison Kemp
  • March – Sierra Slay
  • April- Taryn Janes
  • May – Austin Smith

Student of the Month 7th Grade

  • September – Clayton Findley
  • October – Celeste North
  • November –Triston Long
  • December – Tara Windham
  • January – Cody Kite
  • February – Jake White
  • March – Hannah Godwin
  • April – Fisher Spence
  • May – Lari McCann

Student of the Month 8th Grade

  • September – Trenton Martin
  • October – Matthew Smith
  • November – Greg Presley
  • December – Jasmine Elliott
  • January – Jessica Stacey
  • February – Savanna Calhoun
  • March – Desmone Knight
  • April – Elizabeth Wright
  • May – Kayleigh Linam

Presidents Education Award

  • Alyssa Brianna Borelli
  • Kristopher Ian Schneider
  • Jada Mona Tucker
  • Jessica Lauren Stacey
  • Autumn Grace Albritton
  • Mitchell James Singleton
  • Kayleigh Grace Linam
  • Zachary Chase Sheldon
  • Makensie Ann Colvin
  • Savanna Louise Calhoun
  • Peighton Danielle Dortch
  • Elizabeth Paige Wright
  • Victoria Anne Amerson
  • Jasmine Nicole Elliott
  • Adrian Daniel King
  • Jewel Regina Garner
  • Luke Carlton Ward
  • Emily Michelle Heard
  • Amy Danielle Branch
  • Ean Taylor Lundy
  • Quentin Lee Sampson
  • Dillon Scott Clary
  • Austin Shane Collier
  • Colby Winston Dees
  • Morgan Alexis Myrick
  • Hadley Marie Woodfin
  • Logan Hunter Cofield
  • April Gail Payne

Golden Eagle Top Gun Award 6th Grade

  • Ashtyn Carnley
  • Rebecca Diamond
  • Kaylin Glenn
  • Aubree Love
  • Madison Kemp
  • Seth Killam
  • Delaney Reynolds
  • Justin Cruce
  • Alex McMinn
  • Taryn Janes
  • Meredith Morgan
  • Hayley Walker
  • Austin Smith
  • Jessie McCall
  • Dalton Brown
  • Gabrielle Peebles
  • Chris Johnson
  • Aaliyah Tucker
  • Jacob Borelli
  • Rebekah Amerson
  • Tanner Levins
  • Logan Chavers
  • Lydia Smith
  • Katherine Buford
  • Lexxi Baggett
  • Kristopher Baxter
  • Emma Fennell
  • Savannah Fullerton
  • Nikoal Creamer
  • Hannah Ellis
  • Samantha Roux
  • Aurora McCann
  • Kendall Enfinger
  • Cameron Long
  • Wyatt Oliver
  • Shelby Bashore
  • Madison Nassar
  • Savannah Hart
  • Madison Sherouse
  • Morgan Lathan
  • Madelyn Plant
  • Ryan Sconiers
  • Cailee Wilburn

Golden Eagle Top Gun Award 7th Grade

  • Ellie Amerson
  • Alayna Brown
  • Dawson Brown
  • Korbin Bryan
  • Logan Calloway
  • Jernie Crabtree
  • Aaron Dees
  • Breanna Deloach
  • Logan Doremus
  • Jason Fischer
  • Kayla Galvan
  • Austin Ging
  • Abby Hammond
  • Bailee Hinote
  • Alia Janes
  • Madelyn Lathan
  • Mallory Lathan
  • Triston Long
  • Robin Nahkala
  • Anna Nelson
  • Hannah Nelson
  • Angel Philyaw
  • Olivia Reber
  • Heath Sheldt
  • Fisher Spence
  • Hunter Spence
  • Victoria Thames
  • Jayda Warner
  • Tara Windham
  • James Davis
  • Rhayeshawanna Davidson
  • Celeste North
  • Sara Perritt
  • Andrew Sharpless
  • Myisha Syria
  • Trevor Singleton

Golden Eagle Top gun Award 8th Grade

  • Kayleigh Linam
  • Shyla Pope
  • Mallory Gibson
  • Kaylee Brown
  • Rachael Irby
  • Brianne Hicks
  • Alyssa Borelli
  • Ian Schneider
  • Jada Tucker
  • Autumn Albritton
  • Mitchell Singleton
  • Zachary Sheldon
  • Savanna Calhoun
  • Peighton Dortch
  • Elizabeth Wright
  • Victoria Amerson
  • Jasmine Elliott
  • Adrian King
  • Jewel Garner
  • Emily Heard
  • Ean Lundy
  • Dillon Clary
  • Colby Dees
  • Hadley Woodfin
  • Brittanie McLemore
  • Jacob Weaver
  • Aubriene Odom
  • Mary Catherine Jernigan
  • Khari Codrington
  • Tylia White
  • Tabitha Chavers
  • Cody Smith
  • Dustin Crumbley
  • Logan Purvis
  • Amy Branch
  • Christopher Boutwell
  • Jessica Stacey
  • Austin Collier

VFW Award 6th Grade

  • Tanner Levins
  • Meredith Morgan
  • Lydia Smith

Ruritan Award 8th Grade

  • Mitchell Singleton

Citizen of the Year Award 8th Grade

  • Mitchell Singleton

Certificate of Appreciation

  • Poarch Creek Indians

Principal’s Award 6th Grade

  • Justin Cruce

Principal’s Award 7th Grade

  • Jaylah Spears

Principal’s Award 8th Grade

  • Daysha Kite

Photo Gallery: Atmore Area Memorial Day Service

May 28, 2013

About 200 people gathered in Atmore Monday morning for a Memorial Day service to recognize those that have served and paid the ultimate sacrifice from Atmore, Walnut Hill, Bratt and surrounding areas.

Members of American Legion Post 90 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7016 took part in a solemn ceremony, reading aloud the names of each deceased service member that appear on a spire-shaped monument. A bell was tolled in honor of those that served.

For a photo gallery, click here.

Among the latest names memorialized was  LCpl Travis Nelson of Bratt, who was killed in a action in August 2011 in  Helmand Province, Afghanistan, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. It was just two weeks after his 19th birthday and only about a month after he arrived in Afghanistan.

Pictured: A Memorial Day service Monday morning in Atmore, honoring those that served from Atmore and North Escambia. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Photo Gallery: Pensacola Memorial Day Service

May 28, 2013

A Memorial Day service was held Monday morning at the Veteran’s Park in Pensacola.

The opening prayer was presented Clint Lott, former assistant principal at Tate High School. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lee “T-Bone” Welch of McDavid, and his father Gary Welch, also of McDavid, was recognized for his military service.

For more photos, click here.

Pictured: A Memorial Day service Monday morning at the Veteran’s Park in Pensacola. Pictured below: Lee “T-Bone” Welch of McDavid (seated) leads the Pledge of Allegiance during the ceremony. Submitted photos by Perry Byars for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Boy Scouts Hold Berrydale Memorial Service

May 28, 2013

A Memorial Day service was held by Boy Scout Troop 408 of Jay at the Berrydale Community Cemetery on Monday.

Troop 408 honored all veterans buried at the cemetery with by calling out the veteran’s name and rank. Troop 408 also cleaned the cemetery and placed flags at each veteran’s grave site. Ryan McKinley played Taps on the bugle during the ceremony.

Pictured: Boy Scout Troop 408 holds a Memorial Day service at the Berrydale Community Center. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Northview Class Of 2013 Holds Baccalaureate Service

May 27, 2013

The Northview High School Class of 2013 held their Baccalaureate service Sunday afternoon at the First Baptist Church of Bratt.

“Never forget that it matters to God what you do with what you have,” guest speaker Bro. Glenn Webber said during the student-led and organized program. The program included scripture, prayer and music provided by the Northview Senior Class Ensemble and students.

“Take time to appreciate what you have before time forces you to appreciate what you had,” Webber told the graduating seniors.

Graduation for the Northview High School Class of 2013 will be at 4 p.m. Saturday, June 1 at the school.

Pictured: The Northview High School Class of 2013 Baccalaureate service Sunday afternoon at the First Baptist Church of Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Recipes: Flavorful, Festive and Fun

May 27, 2013

Memorial Day is often synonymous with a backyard barbecue to kick start the summer. You can have a delicious, grill-inspired meal ready in 45 minutes or less with these fun, flavorful recipe ideas.

With mouthwatering grilled beef, high-quality ingredients like canned tomatoes and bold bursts of flavor from lime juice, chimichurri and barbecue sauces, your Memorial Day menu is sure to be a memorable hit.

Get your grill sizzling with recipes like Lime-Marinated Flank Steak with Stuffed Poblano Peppers and Chimichurri Steak Wraps. And don’t forget a refreshing salad to complete your grilling holiday menu. Spicy Barley and Black Bean Salad is a fast option with a flavorful twist – perfect for your Memorial Day table.

(Scroll down to see all three recipes)

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Ro*Tel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies
  • 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 beef flank steak (about 1-1/2 pounds)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sodium or regular black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 medium poblano chili peppers (about 4 inches long)
Toppings
  • Toasted shelled pepitas (pumpkin seeds), crumbled queso frescos and lime wedges (optional)

Preparation

  1. Drain tomatoes, reserving juice for marinade. Set aside diced tomatoes with green chiles.
  2. Combine reserved tomato juice, 1/2 cup cilantro, lime juice and olive oil in medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1/3 cup marinade for rice. Place beef steak and remaining marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally.
  3. Combine rice, reserved 1/3 cup marinade, diced tomatoes, black beans and remaining 1/4 cup cilantro in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Set aside.
  4. Cut slit lengthwise down 1 side of each poblano pepper to create pocket, leaving stem and tip intact. Make another small crosswise cut just below the stem to form T-shaped opening. Remove and discard seeds and membranes, being careful to keep peppers intact. Spoon rice mixture evenly into peppers. Wrap each tightly in aluminum foil to seal.
  5. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak in center grid over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange peppers around steak. Grill steak, covered, 11 to 16 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill 16 to 21 minutes) for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Grill peppers, covered, 25 to 30 minutes (20 to 25 minutes on gas grill) or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through, turning occasionally.
  6. Carve steak across grain into thin slices. Remove peppers from foil. Serve peppers with steaks and toppings as desired.

Serves
Makes 6 servings

Total Time:
45 to 50 minutes

Marinate Time:
6 hours to overnight

Ingredients

Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Steak Wraps
  • 4 medium whole wheat tortillas (8 to 10-inch diameter)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
  • 12 ounces grilled beef steak, cut into slices

Preparation

  1. Place parsley and garlic in food processor or blender container. Cover; process until finely chopped. Add oil, vinegar and salt; process just until blended.
  2. Spread each tortilla evenly with Chimichurri Sauce, leaving 1/4-inch border around edge. Top with equal amounts spinach, bell pepper slices and beef slices on top two-thirds of tortilla. Fold bottom of tortilla up over filling. Fold right and left sides to center overlapping edges; secure with wooden picks; if desired.

Serves
Makes 4 servings

Total Time:
15 to 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quick cook barley, uncooked
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 can (15 ounces each) whole black beans, drained, rinsed
  • 2 cans (10 ounces each) Ro*Tel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions, white and green parts
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

Preparation

  1. Cook barley according to package directions; drain if necessary. Place barley in large bowl.
  2. Add corn, garlic salt and pepper; toss to combine. Add black beans, drained tomatoes and onions.
  3. Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.

Serves
Makes 4 servings (1-1/2 cups each)

Total Time:
25 minutes

Photos: Dancing At The Movies

May 26, 2013

Dozens of performers delighted hundreds of people  Saturday night during the 18th annual Heather Leonard Danceworks recital at Northview High School.

“Dancing at the Movies” featured dance performances with favorite movie songs, like the “Beauty and the Beast” theme song, “Woody’s Roundup” from Toy Story, the Footloose theme song, “Glory Days” from The Incredibles, “Touch the Sky” from Brave and “Footloose”.

For a Facebook photo gallery, click here.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Featured Recipe: Bold Burger Stars During Grilling Season

May 26, 2013

Today’s featured recipe from food writer Janet Tharpe is a bold burger with kicked up toppings.

Charity Cabaret Benefits Tate Senior Fighting Cancer

May 26, 2013

A packed house at the Pensacola Little Theatre enjoyed some great entertainment Saturday night, all while helping Halee Boyd — a Tate High School senior who is fighting a rare form of cancer.

The “Hope 4 Halee Charity Cabaret” was hosted by Tori Patton, a junior in the International Baccalaureate program at Pensacola High School as her community service project. Patton and Boyd have been friends for years, both members of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus at one time.

Performances included several talented students and a set from the Broadening Education Thru Arts program.

Pictured top: A performance during the Hope 4 Halee Charity Cabaret Saturday night at the Pensacola Little Theatre. Pictured: Halee Boyd and her mom Mardi at the benefit event. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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