Jay Winterguard Places At Guard Championships
April 7, 2011
The Jay High School Winterguard participated in the Gulf Coast Guard and Percussion 2011 Circuit Championships at Tate High School recently.
The Jay guard unit placed first in the Scholastic AA division as well as well as the Sweepstakes Award for their division. The unit is under the direction of Rachael Belveal and is assisted by Britny Bruner and Rebecca Belveal.
Pictured top: Guard participants (L-R, bottom row) Micah Herring, Jami Wessel, Leely Travino, Courtney Penton, (middle row) Megan McGee, Hannah Barnes, Mikayla Paul, Dallas Bellinger, (top row) Tori Raught, Cara Cassady, and Laura Wessel. Pictured below: The Jay High School Winterguard performs. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Byrneville Elementary Releases Third Nine Weeks Honor Roll
April 5, 2011
The following students were named to the third weeks honor roll at Byrneville Elementary School:
Mrs. Barberree-Kindergarten:
- Leah Anderson
- Drake Allen Driskell
- Audrey Goetter
- Chase Hampton
- Destiny Hanks
- Johnnie Howell
- Emily Levins
- Sarah Long
- Zane Rolin
- Bryan Romeros
- Aleigh Thornton
Mrs. Dawson-Kindergarten:
- C.J. Bell
- Josh Diamond
- Aloysia Dortch
- Marina Franklin
- Jamarkus Jefferson
- Kayla Johnson
- Emily Lambeth
- Jessica Loftis
- Kaden Odom
- Aubrey Stuckey
- Cheyanne Thomas
- Savannah Watters
Mrs. Rogers-First Grade:
All A’s:
- Kayli Rodgers
A’s and B’s:
- Hunter Borelli
- Nevaeh Brown
- Tessa Flowers
- Jace Gifford
- Dalton Hanks
Mrs. Thornton–First Grade:
All A’s:
- Shelby Cotita
A’s and B’s:
- Taylor Levins
- Lillie McCall
- Torka Mills
- Dillon Spears
- Harley Walker
Mrs. Lambeth–Second Grade:
All A’s:
- Sophia Cotita
- Maille Kilcrease
- Abigail Levins
- Ty Rolin
A’s and B’s:
- Danielle Barrow
- Logan Bryan
- Maggie Mae Cufr
- Heather Knowles
- Tyler Merchant
- Trevor Scott
- Cash Wilson
Mrs. Dunsford–Third Grade:
All A’s:
- Lea Nall
- Ian Gifford
A’s and B’s:
- Skyler Busbee
- Steven Cotita
- Alexis Lee
- Hannah Merchant
- Cloe Smith
Mrs. Weaver–Third Grade:
All A’s:
- Alex Glidewell
- Nicholas Trump
A’s and B’s:
- Madicyn Bell
- Jacob Coleman
- Jake Lambeth
- Valorie Padilla
- Olivia Watson
Mrs. Gilmore–Fourth Grade:
- Seth Killam
- Tanner Levins
- Olivia Porter
A’s and B’s:
- Austin Adams
- Kris Baxter
- Patton Goetter
- Destiny Payne
- Faith Watters
Ms. Levins–Fourth Grade:
All A’s:
- Courtney Payne
A’s and B’s:
- Jacob Borelli
- Matthew Caine
- Rebecca Diamond
- Colby Graham
- Paige Killam
- Sarah Nelson
- Peyton Newsome
Mrs. Johnston–Fifth Grade:
All A’s:
- Anna Belle Barberree
- Logan Calloway
- Kayla Galvan
- Abby Hammond
- Shellie Harrelson
- Beau Henderson
- Bailee Hinote
- Alaina Rolin
- Jayda Warner
A’s and B’s:
- Jenna Black
- LeeAnne Lassiter
- Patience Newsome
- Meagan Reid
- Destiny Watson
Ernest Ward Names Students Of The Month
April 4, 2011
Ernest Ward Middle School has named their Students of the Month for March. They are (L-R) Yhsyionia McConico,Dakota Dempsey and Ashley Davis. Submitted photo for Northescambia.com, click to enlarge.
Cat Country 98.7 Wins ACM Radio Station Of The Year
April 4, 2011
Cat Country 98.7 received their Academy of Country Music Radio Station of the Year trophies Sunday afternoon in Las Vegas. Accepting the trophies from Sony recording star Sara Evans were Mary and Dave Hoxeng, owners of Cat Country 98.7. The ACM Station of the Year honor was the third for the station. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Molino Homemakers Learn About Guardian Ad Litem Program
April 3, 2011
Guardian Ad Litem was the topic at a recent Molino Homemaker Meeting. Speaker Laura Knisbell has been a Guardian Ad Litem in the area for over seven years and has thoroughly enjoyed being a spokesperson for children. Laura is certified by the Florida Supreme Court to represent the best interest of children.
When the need arises for a child to have a spokesperson, such as an abusive or negligent parent or even drugs in the home, the guardian will gather information, put it into a report that will help a judge make the decision as to what will happen in the best interest of the child. The Guardian Ad Litem monitors the child through the court process until jurisdiction is terminated by the court. They are considered the “eyes and ears” of the court.
If you are interested in more information or would like to become a Guardian Ad Litem you may contact (866) 341-1425 or visit their website www.beaguardian.org.
The next Molino Homemaker’s meeting will be on Wednesday April 6, 2011 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church at 10 a.m. Dues are $5 per year. Visitors are welcome.
Pictured: Laura Knisbell receiving a homemade gift of jams from Becky Dorch. Submitted photo by Terri Brown for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
18th Annual 4-H and FFA Youth Livestock Show And Farm Expo Scheduled
April 3, 2011
The Gulf Coast Agriculture & Natural Resources Association will host the 18th Annual 4-H and FFA Youth Livestock Show and Farm Expo at the Langley Bell 4-H Center on Saturday, April 9.
The schedule of events is as follows:
- Swine Show: 9:00-11:00 a.m.
- Poultry & Rabbit Show: 9:30-11:00 a.m.
- Goat & Lamb Show: 11:00-11:30 a.m.
- Lunch
- Market Steer Show: 12:00-1:30 p.m.
- Preview Steer Show: 1:30-2:00 p.m.
- Beef Breeding Show: 2:30-5:00 p.m.
- Livestock Sale: 5:30 p.m.
The Langley Bell 4-h Center is located at 4810 West 9 Mile Road, one mile west of I-10. The public is invited to attend.
Featured Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Ring
April 3, 2011
This weekend’s featured recipe is a Chicken Enchilada Ring. It’s a full-flavored blend of ingredients. Adjust the chiles for milder taste.
To print today’s recipe column, you can click the image below to load a printable pdf with a recipe card.
Photo Gallery: Training Wheels Takes Part In St. Judge Trike A Thon
April 2, 2011
The pre-kindergarten class at Training Wheels of Northwest Florida in Jay took part in the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Trike-A-Thon Friday.
Submitted photos by Michele Edwards for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Weekend Gardening: Remember Your Houseplants When Spring Cleaning
April 2, 2011
Warmer weather signals that spring is here. After months of being cooped up indoors, it’s finally time for gardeners to go dig in the dirt. It’s also time for cooped up house plants to be revitalized.
Locate a shady area for this work. Even if houseplants are to be left out for a short period, after being shut up all winter, leaf damage can occur with only brief exposure to direct sunlight.
First, give the houseplants a bath. Use a soapy solution made of two teaspoons of mild liquid soap mixed with one gallon of water. Wash the leaves and stems, being certain to clean both upper and lower leaf surfaces. Allow the solution to remain on the plants for a few minutes, but rinse it off thoroughly before it is allowed to dry. This not only cleans plants, making them more attractive, but the soap helps to remove aphids, mealybugs and other insects.
Next, see if your plant needs re-potting. Although some plants require being pot-bound in order to flower eventually all plants outgrow their containers and become root- or pot-bound.
Why repot in the spring? Plant roots grow most actively in the spring, which means the plant will be able to quickly overcome the shock associated with re-potting.
When repotting, start with a clean, appropriately sized pot. If you want the plant to grow larger, then you will need to repot it in a larger pot. If you want it to maintain its present size, you’ll have to prune its roots.
In general, the pot size should be increased by only about two inches per re-potting. Therefore, a plant whose root ball is in a six inch pot is normally transplanted to a pot with an eight inch diameter. For some reason, drastic changes in pot size when re-potting seems to be detrimental to some plants.
Watering the plant several hours prior will help you remove the plant more easily. Invert the pot and gently remove the plant by grasping the main stem. Give it a slight tug, and it should slip out of the pot. If it doesn’t, use a butter knife or other flat-bladed tool to loosen the sides of the pot and try again.
Once the plant is free of the pot, take the time to inspect the root system. Look for large, old circular roots which can strangle the plant and prevent much-needed nourishment. Sever or remove these old roots to allow new feeder roots to establish.
To re-pot, first add enough new soil mixture to the bottom of the pot to return the plant to its original depth. After the plant is replaced, fill in the sides with new potting soil.
Use a quality potting mix when re-potting. Gardeners generally rely on commercially available potting soil mixes for growing most types of houseplants. A lot of brands are out there and not all of them are especially good. In particular, avoid heavy, black potting soils. If the bag feels dense and heavy for its size, put it back.
The best potting mixes include vermiculite, bark and perlite in proportions that create a fairly light, loose mix that water penetrates readily but drains rapidly.
If you don’t want to change pots, there is a way of dealing with a pot-bound plant and keeping it in the same size pot. First, remove the plant from the pot and trim off one-quarter to one-third of the lower part of the root ball. Put a layer of fresh potting mix in the bottom of the original container equal to the amount of the root ball removed. Place the plant back in the pot, adding a little more soil around the sides. Water well, and place the plant in a shady location to recover.
House plants would also benefit from fertilization at this time of year. There are many commercial materials available for fertilizing indoor plants. Most are effective and safe if used as directed.
Theresa Friday is the Residential Horticulture Extension Agent for Santa Rosa County.
Two-Day Festival On The Green Attracts Thousands
April 2, 2011
The 11th Annual Festival on the Green wrapped up Saturday on the campus of the University of West Florida.
Thousands of people took part in Friday and Saturday events including a fine arts show, handmade crafts, music, live performances, a book sale, food and a children’s craft festival. This year’s festival also included a Run with the Dogs 5K, a one mile fun run and the grand opening of UWF’s Olympic-size swimming pool.
The two-day Festival on the Green was a free event.
Pictured above and below: Scenes from Saturday’s Festival on the Green on the campus of the University of West Florida. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
