Photos: Blue Angels Homecoming
November 13, 2010
Blue Angels homecoming air show continues Saturday at Pensacola Naval Air Station. Performances begin at 9:30 a.m. with the Blue Angels flying at 2 p.m. Gates open at 8 a.m.
For a photo gallery from the Blue Angels homecoming airshow, click here.
Pictured above: The Blue Angels perform. Pictured below: Explosive action during the night show Thursday at NAS Pensacola. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Smith, click to enlarge.
Local Students Named To All-State Bands
November 12, 2010
Several North Escambia area students are among 23 selected to a Florida Bandmasters Association’ All-State bands.
Travis Allen of Jay High School on the trombone was selected to the All-State High School Honor Band. Chris Snyder of Tate High on the trumpet was selected to the All-State Symphonic Band, while Jacob Dearrington of Tate on the trumpet was named to the All-State Symphonic Orchestra Winds.
Lindsey Gordon of Tate on the piccolo was named to the All-State Concert Orchestra Winds, and Kirstin Pike of Jay on the clarinet was named to the All-State Middle School Honor Band.
Two Ransom Middle School students, Matthew J. Hardy on the tuba and Robin Hall on the saxophone, were selected for the All-State Middle School Band.
The students will perform January 14 and 15 in Tampa during a series of All-State concerts.
Here is the complete list of Escambia and Santa Rosa county students named to one of the All-State bands:
All-State High School Honor Band
- Stephanie Borg, home school, flute
- Kay Jackson, Milton High, bassoon
- Andria Beasley, Navarre High, B flat clarinet
- Travis Allen, Jay High, trombone
- Charles Hernandez, Milton High, baritone
All-State Symphonic Band
- Michael Tran, Pace High, B flat clarinet
- Tyler Gellos, Pensacola Christian Academy, trumpet
- Chris Snyder, Tate High, trumpet
All-State Concert Band
- Katherine Lirette, Pace High, B flat clarinet
- Nancy Taguiam, Pace High, B flat clarinet
All-State Symphonic Orchestra Winds
- Meghan Dunne, Pace High, piccolo and flute
- Jacob Dearrington, Tate High, trumpet.
All-State Concert Orchestra Winds
- Lindsey Gordon, Tate High, piccolo
- Seth Traylor, Gulf Breeze High, French horn
- Jennifer Waters, Pace High, trombone
All-State Middle School Honor Band
- Kristin Pike, Jay High, clarinet.
- David Shin, Bellview Middle, clarinet
- Brandon Malone, Ferry Pass Middle, tenor saxophone
- Patrick Greene, Hobbs Middle, French horn
All-State Middle School Band
- Hank Landrum, Gulf Breeze Middle, B flat clarinet
- Robin Hall, Ransom Middle, alto saxophone
- Jacob Howard, Beulah Academy of Science, trumpet
- Matthew J. Hardy, Ransom Middle, tuba
Photos: Honoring Our Veterans
November 12, 2010
Veterans were honored across the area Thursday. There were parades in Atmore and Pensacola, and at students lined the fence with hundreds of flags at Ernest Ward Middle School in Walnut Hill.
For a Veterans Day photo gallery, click here.
Pictured top: The Tate High School AJROTC “Aggie Battalion” marched in the Pensacola Veterans Day Parade. Pictured left: Atmore World War II veteran John Garrard waves during the Atmore Veterans Day Parade Thursday morning. Pictured below: Hundreds of flags placed by the Ernest Ward Middle School SGA line the fence at the school. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Honoring Our Veterans: Northview High Holds Annual Program
November 11, 2010
Northview High School honored those that have served in America’s armed forces during the school’s annual Veterans Day program Wednesday morning at the school. During the program, a flag was presented to Joel Day of Atmore, a veteran of World War II that fought in the Battle of the Bulge. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Area Students Take Part In All-County Choral Gala
November 10, 2010
The 2010 All-County Choral Gala was held Tuesday night at Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola with several North Escambia area schools participating.
An audience of about 1,500 was on hand for the 23rd annual event which featured elementary, middle and high school All-County groups.
Students from Bratt, Molino Park and Jim Allen elementary schools and Ernest Ward and Ransom Middle schools were among the dozens of students selected to participate in the program that featured music ranging from classic to contemporary.
North Escambia area students participating included:
Jim Allen Elementary: Demerie Caro, Kayla Guilford, Paige Owen, Emily Rohde, Alexya Taylor. Greg Sexton and John McDonald, educators.
Bratt Elementary: Alayna Brown, Taniya Fletcher, Logan Hall, Haven Shores. Emily Pollard, educator.
Molino Park Elementary: Tapanga Johnson, Trista Lorenzana, Seth Parker, Evan Till. Twinette McDonald, educator.
Ernest Ward Middle School: Penny Banda, Amy Branch, Diamonique Brown, Breanna Campbell, Holly Cofield, Aaliyah Creamer, Sarah Dutton, Desiree Elliard, Nathan Hawthorne, Haley Maddox, Amy Murph, Ashley Rainbolt, Elizabeth Sanders, Brittany Victor, Jasmine Walker, Shania Ward, Joselynn Wiedel, Hadley Woodfin. Charles Tucker, educator.
Ransom Middle School: Matthew Baillie, Shelby Becker, Lindsey Beckham, Tiffany Butler, Hannah Carpenter, Allison Cramer, Tyler Debord, Harlie Diamond, Cherry Eddy, Tayler Garciano, Jamie Hendren, Miranda Holt, Kimberly Howard, Coles Johnson, Tori Kent, Olivia Martin, Shelby Penton, Courtney Sonnier, Jordan Summerlin, Victoria Teague, Alley Vansoyc, Paul Vinson, Landon Williamson, Kayla Winters. Sharon Godwin and Malinda Hawks, educators.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Century Care Center Veterans Honored For Service
November 10, 2010
Veterans at Century Care Center were honored this week for their services and sacrifices. During the program, sponsored by Covenant Hospice, each veteran was presented with a pin and certificate.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Flomaton Opens New, Expanded Library
November 10, 2010
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Tuesday for the new Flomaton Public Library.
“It will allow us to offer many more services because it has so much more room,” said Librarian Faye Knowles. “It is a great facility.”
The town’s old library was only 2,400 square feet, while the new library is nearly four times that size. The extra space will allow the library the room to increase its book collection, provide space for meetings and programs, and offer room for library patrons to sit and read or use the wireless Internet access.
Residents outside of Flomaton are also able to enjoy the library, Knowles said, with library cards available to residents of both Alabama and Florida at no charge. Proper identification and a complete library card application are required.
The new Flomaton Public Library is located at the corner of Church and Houston streets, one block east of Sidney Manning Boulevard (Highway 29) in the downtown area. The library is open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m. until noon on Saturday. For more information, call (850) 296-3552.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward FFA Names Officers
November 8, 2010
Officers were recently selected for the Ernest Ward Middle School FFA chapter. Officers are (back, L-R) Allison Woodfin, teasurer; Aden Davis, chaplain; Tiffani Cruce, president; Madison McGhee, photographer; (middle, L-R) Jaylen Parker, vice president; Haylee Weaver, reporter; Addy Lee, parliamentarian; Haley Brown, secretary; Bethany Reynolds, sentinel; and Miranda Vidak, historian. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Walnut Hill Fire Honors Firemen, Community Members During Fish Fry
November 7, 2010
The Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department honored members of the community and the department during their annual fish fry Saturday.
The Officer of the Year Award was presented to Diann Stewart, who has given “a lot of blood, sweat and tears to the department and stayed in the department while taking care of her family in an exceptional way,” according to District Chief Chris Brown.
Gerry Steege was named Firefighter of the Year, an award chosen by his peers.
Founding members Vern Peters and Bob Mininger were recognized for their part in forming the fire department in 1965.
Saturday’s fish fry marked the 41st annual event for the department, with 613 fish and chicken plates sold.
The Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department also presented their annual Community Service Award to NorthEscambia.com for service to the Walnut Hill community and the department.
Pictured top: Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department firefighter Chad Rigby breads catfish Saturday morning during the department’s annual catfish fry. Picture inset: Diann Stewart was named Officer of the Year. Pictured below: Gerry Streege was named Firefighter of the Year. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Featured Recipe: Steak Parmesan With Grilled Vegetables
November 7, 2010
This weekend’s featured recipe from Janet Tharpe is a Steak Parmesan with Grilled Vegetables. Fire up the grill, because this will be an instant hit at your next tailgate party. This dish’s blend of Parmesan, spices and a smoky-grilled flavor will score a real touchdown.
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