FFA Fruit Sale Ends Monday
December 1, 2013
The NHS FFA is selling citrus in attractive 2/5 or 4/5 bushel boxes perfect for gift wrapping. The Florida citrus is from RiverBrite in Vero Beach.
Orders must be made by Monday, December 2. The delivery date is Wednesday, December 18.
For an order form click here. Order forms and payment can be returned to Northview by mail (the address is on the order form), or dropped off at the school office. Fruits available include red apples, grapefruit, navel oranges, tangelos and Hamlin oranges. Mixed trio half bushels are also available.
For more information, call (850) 327-6681, ext. 248.
Holiday Giving: Shop Wisely For A Reputable Charity
December 1, 2013
Millions of Americans have ventured out to big and small retailers in search of the best deal for their holiday gift giving, and experts advise them to have the same diligence when it comes to picking their charity.
According to AARP, older Americans are more likely to receive charitable solicitations than any other group, and not all requests are legitimate, warns Doug Shadel, author of AARP’s “Outsmarting the Scam Artists.”
“There’s a lot of charitable solicitations going on out there that really tug at the heartstrings, whether it’s disabled veterans or anything having to do with disasters, and so you really just got to be careful about that,” he cautions.
Shadel advises seniors and others to be cautious of charities whose names are similar to better-known organizations.
You can also request written information, avoid cash gifts and ask for a receipt.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, nearly 25 million Americans are victims of consumer fraud every year.
You can check to see if a charity is registered in Florida by checking with the state’s Division of Consumer Services.
Shadel also says to ask the person requesting the donation more about how the donations are used and how much goes to operating costs versus the actual cause it claims to serve.
“A lot of times, charitable solicitors will try and get you into kind of a heightened emotional state around their charity,” he explains. “The best way to avoid that is at the beginning of every year, come up with your own charitable giving plan.”
NWE Juniors Beat Eight Mile; Advance In Gulf Coast Youth Championships
November 30, 2013
The Northwest Escambia Juniors are competing in the Gulf Coast Youth Football Championships in Gulf Shores this weekend.
Friday, the NWE Juniors beat the Eight Mile Giants 13-0. For the NWE Eagles, Jayden Jackson and Jaheem Durant both scored touchdown, and Kaden Odom added an extra point.
The Eagles defense dominated the Giants. Keaundre Richardson had five tackles and a sack, Kaden Odom had one interception and several tackles, Ki-Jana Carter, Donovon Davis and Tomorrion Knight played tough on the defensive line, AJ Hasty had a fumble recovery, and Jayden Jackson and Jaheem Durant both had several tackles.
Shortly after the NWE Eagles win, tournament officials disqualified the Giants for two ineligible, over-age limit players.
The NWE Eagles will take on Trimmier Park on Saturday.
Area Christmas Parades Begin (With Parade Schedules)
November 30, 2013
The Jay Christmas Parade Saturday morning was the first of many parades in the North Escambia area this Christmas season. Here is a complete look at area parades:
December 7 — Flomaton Christmas Parade
The Flomaton Christmas Parade will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 7 with a route through the downtown area.
December 7 — Molino Christmas Parade
The 11th Annual Molino Christmas Parade is set for Saturday, December 7 at 11 a.m. The parade route starts at the west end of Crabtree Church Road and ends and the Molino Ballpark where Santa Will be waiting to visit with all the good little boys and girls. Donations such as toys and non-perishable food can be dropped off at Fran’s Diner. The parade rain date will be Sunday, December 8 at 2:30 p.m.
December 12 — Century Land To Lake Parade
Century will hold a Land to Lake Lighted Boat Parade on Thursday, December 12 at 5 p.m. The parade will begin on Front Street, travel to Jefferson, Pond Street and West Highway 4, ending at Lake Stone.
December 13 — Poarch Christmas Parade
The Poarch Creek Christmas Parade will be Friday, December 13 at 5:30 p.m. The parade will begin on the Poarch Creek Reservation at the Wellness Center (gym) and end at the PCI Health Department Building.
December 14 – Brewton Christmas Parade
The Brewton Christmas Parade will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 14. The parade will travel from Forrest Avenue in East Brewton, across the Mildred Street Bridge to St. Joseph Street to Belleville Avenue.
December 14 — Atmore Christmas Parade
The Atmore 2013 Twilight Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, December 14 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The parade will follow its traditional route from the Atmore City Hall, down Main Street, to Lindberg Avenue and ending at Escambia County High School. Over two dozen floats are entered, along with several bands and numerous other groups. Parade participants should be at the Atmore City Hall by 4 p.m.
December 14 — Chumuckla Redneck Parade
The Chumuckla Redneck Christmas Parade will be Saturday, December 14 at 1 p.m. The parade will begin at the Cotton Gin on Chumuckla Springs Road/Gin Road, cross Chumuckla Highway and end at Salter Road. More than 250 units are expected along the 1.5 mile parade route.
December 14 — Pensacola Christmas Parade
The Pensacola Christmas Parade will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 14 in downtown Pensacola. Featuring local bands. Parade begins at Spring and Garden and travels through downtown.
Pictured top: Santa arrives during the 2012 Atmore Christmas parade. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Prep Playoff Scores
November 30, 2013
Here are high school playoff scores from around Florida Friday night:
Class 1A
State Semifinal
Blountstown 42, Cottondale 0
Trenton 17, Dixie County 14
Class 2A
State Semifinal
Champagnat Catholic 28, Indian Rocks 14
Victory Christian 46, North Florida Christian 41
Class 3A
State Semifinal
Clearwater Central Catholic 7, Westminster Christian 0
Trinity Christian-Jacksonville 20, Tampa Catholic 11
Class 4A
State Semifinal
Bolles School 34, Florida 27
Miami Washington 49, Cocoa 10
Class 5A
Regional Final
Clay 9, Pensacola Catholic 7
Lake Wales 34, Merritt Island 23
Lakewood 27, South Sumter 21
Plantation American Heritage 41, Hardee 7
Class 6A
Region Final
Armwood 41, Springstead 0
Bartram Trail 17, Choctawhatchee 14
Mainland 42, South Fort Myers 7
Class 7A
Regional Final
Dwyer 36, St. Thomas Aquinas 28
East Lake 49, Port Charlotte 15
Kissimmee Osceola 19, Sickles 14
Niceville 38, Fletcher 17
Class 8A
Regional Final
Apopka 42, First Coast 20
Palm Beach Gardens 12, Miramar 10
Plant 17, Fort Pierce Central 7
Friends Of The Library Book Sale Begins December 1
November 30, 2013
In partnership with the West Florida Public Library system, the Friends of the Library will host a book sale from Sunday, December 1, to Saturday, December 7.
Books of all kinds will be available for purchase at 50 percent off and will be held at the book stores within the Tryon Branch, 1200 Langley Avenue, Pensacola, and the Main Library, 239 North Spring Street, Pensacola. All profits will support the West Florida Public Library system, including the Main, Tryon, Century and Molino branches.
For more information about the fundraiser, contact Linda Williams at (850) 494-1326.
Tate’s Heintz Named To All-State Band
November 30, 2013
Tate High School senior Noah Heintz will represent Escambia County in January as the All State Band performs in Tampa. Heintz was the only 11th or 12 grader in Escambia County to make the auditioned band. Heintz is a top academic student at Tate with a 4.85 GPA and was recently named the October Student of the Month. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
ECUA Sewer Averaging Period Underway
November 30, 2013
The ECUA’s sewer averaging period begins with each residential customer’s first meter reading on or after November 15, (including ECUA sewer customers whose water service is from another water provider such as Peoples Water Co.). The length of each customer’s sewer averaging period is 90 days.
Annual sewer charges are based on the average number of gallons of water used in a household during the sewer averaging period. Conserving water sage during this time helps residential wastewater customers impact their sewer rates for the coming year in a positive way. It is important to check all indoor and outdoor plumbing fixtures for leaks. Leaks will end up affecting your monthly water and sewer charges.
Most leaks are easy to identify, but there are many areas around the home where a plumbing leak can be found. Check common areas such as dishwasher (connections to the sink), sinks (examine pipes for wear and loose connections), bathtubs (check the caulking and seals), and toilets (if you hear a “toilet running” sound, but your toilet isn’t running). Following these simple measures can lower the monthly sewer charge for the next twelve months
For more information on ways to conserve, visit the ECUA website at www.ecua.fl.gov or call Customer Service (850) 476-0480.
Four Homeless After Mobile Home Fire Near Century
November 29, 2013
Four people were left homeless after fire destroyed their home Friday afternoon outside Century.
The four — two adults and two teenagers — were not at home when fire broke out in their mobile home in the 3000 block of Highway 4A just after 3:00. The mobile home was fully involved when firefighters arrived.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office. There were no injuries reported.
The American Red Cross will assist the family with their immediate needs and a place to stay for the next few nights.
The Century and McDavid stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, the Flomaton Fire Department, the Jay Fire Department, Escambia County EMS and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the blaze.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Reaching Out: Georgia Church Provides Free Thanksgiving Meal In Century
November 29, 2013
A Georgia church provided Thanksgiving dinner for Century residents on Thursday. As part of their “Compel Century” outreach event, Rivertown Church of Columbus provided the free meal.
This was the second major outreach to Century for Rivertown Church…earlier this year they were in Century working on improvements at the Carver Community Center.
Pictured top: Rivertown Church volunteers prepare a Thanksgiving turkey Thursday in Century for a free community meal. Pictured inset: Enjoying the meal. Pictured below: A young Century resident reacts to the selection of food. Pictured below: Enjoying the meal. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
