Byrneville Elementary Principal Wrapped Up After Big School Fundraiser
December 17, 2020
The Byrneville Elementary School PTO far exceeded its fundraising goal on Wednesday, and Principal Dee Wolfe-Sullivan was all wrapped up in the excitement.
Literally wrapped up. As in Christmas wrap. With a bow on top.
The PTO at the small school had set a modest goal of $250 to see the principal gift-wrapped, but the finally tally from the event was $2,050.
Since the school topped their goal, Mrs. Sullivan kept her promise of being wrapped from head to toe in Christmas wrapping paper.
The top students were able to help wrap their principal, while the remainder of the students watched live video in their room or at home for virtual students.
Photos: Tate High Students Throw Drive-by Christmas Party For Miracle League Kids
December 14, 2020
Tate High School students traditionally hosts an annual party for Miracle League of Pensacola players. But due to the pandemic, that could not happen this year.
Tate club sponsors and their students thought out of the box and decided to hold a Santa drive-by partu Saturday. The big event was complete with decorations, candy, elves, Christmas carols and presents delivered to each vehicle by Santa Claus himself.
The Tate High School Chorus, Beta Club and Drama Club took part in the festive event.
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Escambia County’s First School Resource Officer Retires From ECSO
December 11, 2020
The first school resource officer in Escambia County has retired.
Commander Dale Tharp retired from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office after 39 years. On Thursday, family members and friends honored him for his nearly four decades of service.
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Photo: Tate High Agricultural Mechanics Students Learning Real World Skills
December 9, 2020
Tate High School agricultural mechanics students are learning skills to be successful in the local and national workforce. The students cut and fabricated three different fire pit designs in Tate’s agricultural mechanics shop. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ransom Middle School Names Students Of The Month
December 8, 2020
Ransom Middle School has named their Students of the Month for November. They are Zanuela Otabil (pictured left) and Donivan Alexander. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Cantonment Rotary Club Presents Culinary Scholarships
December 5, 2020
The Cantonment Rotary Club recently awarded Amber “AJ” Gill and Patrick Newburn with the Cantonment Rotary Club Culinary Endowed Scholarship.
“It is an honor to be a student at PSC (Pensacola State College) and I cannot wait to see what the semesters ahead of me hold. With the support you have provided, I can continue toward a career as a chef that will help me provide for myself and my family,” Newburn said.
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Rachel Venable Named Molino Park Elementary Teacher Of The Year
December 2, 2020
Rachel Venable has been named the Teacher of the Year at Molino Park Elementary School. She currently teaches language arts and social studies to students in the fourth grade. Venable has been at Molino Park since 2007. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
It’s The Holiday Season, And Gulf Power Says You Can Save Energy With These Tips
November 28, 2020
It’s the holiday season, and Gulf Power is offering tips on how to keep your utility bill from soaring.
Cooking
- Oven preheating is usually not required and wastes energy. When preheating is required, avoid preheating longer than necessary. Preheating takes about eight minutes.Turn off the oven a few minutes before cooking is finished. Retained heat will complete the job.
- Use the microwave whenever possible, it’s the most efficient way to cook or reheat food.
- Don’t use your range or oven to heat the kitchen. It’s inefficient and can be a safety hazard.
- Choose pots and pans that have wide flat bottoms that just cover the burner. They will absorb all the heat and cook food more evenly. Aluminum pans with flat bottoms, straight sides, and tight fitting lids are best for energy savings.
Dishwasher
- Proper loading is important. Operate only when it is filled to capacity.
- If manufacturer’s instructions permit, open the door of your dishwasher after the last rinse cycle to allow moisture to escape and the dishes to dry as they cool. Some units have a “power-saver switch” that automatically eliminates the drying cycle.
Refrigerator
- Keep the refrigerator between 37º and 40º and the freezer setting at 0º.
- Keep condenser coils clean. Vacuum the coils at least twice a year.
- Make sure the door gasket seals tightly. To test, close the refrigerator door on a dollar bill. If you can slip the bill out easily, or, worse, if it falls out on its own, the door needs to be adjusted or the gasket needs to be replaced.
- Let hot foods cool before placing them in the refrigerator.
- Position the refrigerator away from heat sources. If the unit has back coils, position it at least 4″ from the wall.
- Plan ahead and remove all ingredients at one time, and avoid keeping the refrigerator door open. Each time the door of a refrigerator or freezer is opened, its compressor has to run a bit longer to replace the cold air that spills out.
- Think about getting rid of your extra refrigerator or freezer as they generally are inefficient and can cost two to three times more to operate per month.
Thermostat
- If you’re having people over, make sure to adjust the thermostat before guests arrive.
- If it’s cold outside, lower the thermostat a degree or two. The body heat from guests as well as the heat from cooking will raise your home’s temperature without having to run the heater.
Ascend Cares Helps Feed Escambia County Homeless
November 27, 2020
A group from Ascend Performance Materials in Cantonment stepped up to feed the homeless this week.
The Ascend Cares group cooked and served warm bowls of taco soup at the Alfred Washburn Center, an Escambia County homeless shelter. Volunteers also prepared 200 to-go bags with a sandwich, drink, chips and snacks for each person.
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Northview High School Names November Students Of The Month
November 25, 2020
Northview High School has named their Students of the Month for November. They are Blake Yoder and Sarah Bailey, pictured with Principal Mike Sherrill. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.