Cantonment Rotary Provides Thanksgiving Meals For Nearly 1,400 People
November 28, 2019
Over 1,500 people can enjoy a complete Thanksgiving meal this year thanks to the members and friends of the Cantonment Rotary Club.
Wednesday the club distributed everything for a turkey meal to 272 families North Escambia area, including Quintette and Carver Park. The recipients were chosen with the help of local school guidance counselors who helped identify families that might need a little help this time of year.
The Cantonment Rotary project continues to grow each year. In 2017, they provided meals for 545 people, and in 2018 it was 988 people.
The Publix at Nine Mile provided generous support for the Cantonment Rotary project.
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Woman Accidentally Shot In Molino
November 28, 2019
A woman was accidently shot in Molino Wednesday night.
It happened about 8 p.m. at a home on Sunshine Ridge Court, in Sunshine Hill Estates, a new subdivision off Sunshine Hill Road. The woman was airlifted by LifeFlight helicopter to a Pensacola hospital.
The accidental shooting occurred after the gun was removed from a gun safe by another person that believed it was not loaded, according to Sgt. Melanie Peterson, spokesperson for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. The person pulled the trigger, accidently shooting the adult female.
Peterson said she is expected to recover. No charges were filed.
In addition to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, the Molino and Cantonment stations of Escambia Fire Rescue and Escambia County EMS also responded.
Pictured: LifeFlight lifts from an accidental shooting Wednesday night in Molino. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Thanksgiving Dinner Costs About The Same This Year, Farm Bureau Says
November 28, 2019
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 34th annual survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $48.91, or less than $5.00 per person. This is a 1-cent increase from last year’s average of $48.90.
The centerpiece on most Thanksgiving tables – the turkey – costs slightly less than last year, at $20.80 for a 16-pound bird. That’s roughly $1.30 per pound, down 4% from last year. The survey results show that retail turkey prices are the lowest since 2010.
The shopping list for Farm Bureau’s informal survey includes turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes, rolls with butter, peas, cranberries, a veggie tray, pumpkin pie with whipped cream, and coffee and milk, all in quantities sufficient to serve a family of 10 with plenty for leftovers.
Although the overall average cost of the meal was about the same this year, there were some price changes for individual items. In addition to turkey, foods that showed slight price declines include cubed bread stuffing and canned pumpkin pie mix. Foods showing modest increases this year included dinner rolls, sweet potatoes and milk. After adjusting for inflation, the cost of this year’s Thanksgiving dinner is $19.13, down slightly from last year.
The opinion poll revealed that 90% of Americans celebrate the holiday with a special meal and turkey remains a staple for 95% of consumers, while half serve both turkey and ham at their Thanksgiving meal. In recognition of changes in Thanksgiving dinner traditions, the Farm Bureau price survey includes ham, potatoes and frozen green beans. Adding these foods to the classic Thanksgiving menu increased the overall cost slightly, to $62.32 or just over $6 per person.
Despite the growing popularity of prepared foods, the vast majority of Americans, 92%, celebrate Thanksgiving at home or at a family member’s home and most cook their entire meal at home, according to the survey.
More than 250 volunteer shoppers checked prices at grocery stores in 38 states for this year’s survey. Farm Bureau volunteer shoppers are asked to look for the best possible prices, without taking advantage of special promotional coupons or purchase deals.
Miracle League Holds Annual Turkey Fry
November 28, 2019
The Miracle League of Pensacola held their annual turkey fry fundraiser Wednesday at their park on East Nine Mile Road.
Volunteers with the Miracle League spent their day frying turkeys for a minimum donation, with all of the proceeds going to benefit the Miracle League.
The Miracle League provides physically and mentally challenged children a safe and spirited program in which they can hit, run, and catch on a baseball field – just like other kids. MLP offers a unique and memorable opportunity these children would not otherwise have. It is a place where every player plays, every player hits, every player gets on base, every player scores, and every player wins – every inning.
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Man Charged With DUI After Crashing Into Escambia County Deputy
November 28, 2019
An Escambia County man was charged with DUI after collided with an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputy Wednesday night.
The Florida Highway Patrol said 64-year old Glenn Warren Hofmann of Pensacola failed to yield to oncoming traffic on New Warrington Road near West Jackson Street and hit the deputy’s cruiser and a second vehicle shortly after 8 p.m.
Hofmann was booked into the Escambia County Jail for driving under the influence. and was also cited for failure to yield right of way.
Ernest Ward, Northview Cheerleaders Take Part In Disney Thanksgiving Parade
November 28, 2019
Cheerleaders from Ernest Ward Middle School and Northview High School took part in the UCA Thanksgiving Parade at Disney World. Pictured are Sarah Bailey, Leah Hetrick, Leila Sanders and Maggie Stewart. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
‘Fill The The Mayflower’ Collects 90,000 Meals For Manna Food Pantries
November 28, 2019
The Northwest Florida community generously donated food and funds during the 2019 Fill the Mayflower event. The area’s largest multi-day food drive, Fill the Mayflower supports the operations of Manna Food Pantries. Donations from Fill the Mayflower will provide 90,000 meals to neighbors in need in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
Food collected during Fill the Mayflower will be distributed through Manna’s three pantries and nine programs in partnership with 11 other community agencies including the School Resource Office Food Program with Pensacola Police Department and Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Santa Rosa County School District Backpacks4Teens Program, the Healthy Senior Food Program at Westminster Village, the Tender Hearts Caring Hands financial stability program at Ministry Village at Olive, and to children and families through Gulf Coast Kid’s House and Santa Rosa Kid’s House.
“Over the past year, Manna has provided food to 19,499 people, including 8,666 children,” said DeDe Flounlacker, Executive Director of Manna. “This event raised the much-needed food to help feed the hungry during the coming months. We’re so grateful to the Northwest Florida community for supporting this event and continuing to show an amazing capacity to help those in need.”
Pictured: Fill the Mayflower. Pictured first below: International Paper makes a donation. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia Teen Gets Life In Prison For First Degree Murder
November 28, 2019
An Escambia County teen has been sentenced to life in prison for a 2017 murder
Circuit Judge Jeffrey Burns sentenced 19-year old Antjuan Sanders to life in state prison for the first degree murder of Susan Midyett. Because Sanders was 17 at the time of murder, he is entitled to a review of his sentence after 25 years.
On February 23, 2017, Susan Midyett was found deceased at her home on Statler Avenue.
Deputies first believed her death to be accidental, but further investigation determined that Midyett was strangled to death and her house was burglarized. Investigators said DNA evidence collected at the scene revealed Midyett had been sexually assaulted and led to the arrest of Sanders.
Missing Cantonment Woman Located
November 27, 2019
UPDATE: THIS MISSING PERSON HAS BEEN LOCATED
A Florida Silver Alert has been issued for 75-year old Glenda Przybylowicz of Cantonment. She was last seen in the area of the 2800 block of Old Chemstrand Road in Cantonment.
She was last seen wearing a light blue shirt and jeans. She may be traveling in a 2015, silver Kia Soul, Florida tag number 411RTC. She may be traveling to Alabama.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call 911 or the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at (850) 436-9620.
One Injured In Rollover Crash
November 27, 2019
One person was injured in a rollover crash on Highway 196 near Jacks Branch Road Wednesday morning.
The driver lost control, ran off the roadway, struck several trees and overturned into the ditch. The driver was transported to an area hospital.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.
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