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Lunchroom ladies are heroes
Friday, May 7, was School Lunch Hero Day, and lunchroom workers across the nation were recognized for the work they do for their schools – preparing healthy meals, adhering to strict standards, and more. At Rachel Patterson Elementary, Assistant principal Keiana White and office aide delivered goodies and expressed appreciation to the lunchroom ladies. Shown are, from left, Keiana White, Leila Warren, Brenda Watkins, Melanie Renfroe, Vonda Bynum, and Veronica…
RP Star Students
The Rachel Patterson Elementary School Star Students for April are, from left, first row, August Bayne, Elijah Brooks, Janell Frye, Omari Webb, Royal French, Alayna Bell, Treasure Jones, Kamden Turner; middle row, Maison Curry, Morgan Rodgers, Kayla Smith, Tyler Ivery, Kayden Mobley, JaShanae Brown, Terrell Nickson; back row, Kamariana Wiggins, Alivia Hunter, Zechariah Flavors, Kylie Smith, William Gentry, Katlynn Woods, A’ryianna Montgomery, Eripsni Fotheringham, Ahmod Neal.
ECHS honors Shears
Principal Amy Cabaniss helps ECHS football and basketball team members light candles in Shears’ memory By JOSH FRYENews Sportswriter A large crowd gathered at Herbert Barnes Field Thursday, May 6 at Escambia County High School to honor the late Coach John Earl Shears Jr. Shears, a physical education teacher, head basketball coach, assistant football coach and Marine Corps veteran, passed away suddenly late last month at his home in West…
Woody needs a home
Everyone, please say hello to this cutie! Woody is just hanging out waiting for his “furever” family to come adopt him! Woody is a 2-year-old brindle and white mix that is super friendly with other dogs and people. He enjoys cuddle time just as much as he does play time.Woody is up to date on vaccinations and available for adoption with a $100 adoption fee, which includes neuter.Please make plans…