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Exceptional Fort Walton Beach
Teen Named ‘Youth Of The Year’
By Boys & Girls Clubs Of The
Emerald Coast
Selected among numerous outstanding
youth, Jacobe has been named the Youth
of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of the
Emerald Coast. The Youth of the Year title
is a prestigious honor bestowed upon an
exemplary young person in recognition of
leadership, service, academic excellence and
dedication to live a healthy lifestyle. Now in
its 72nd year, the Youth of the Year program
honors our nation’s most awe-inspiring
young people on their path to great futures
and encourages all kids to lead, succeed and
inspire. Jacobe will go on to contend for the
Florida Youth of the Year title and a $5,000
college scholarship from Boys & Girls Clubs
of America.
“We are extremely proud and honored to
have Jacobe represent our organization as our
2019 Youth of the Year,” said Shervin Rassa,
CEO of the BGEC. “I have been blessed to
watch him grow into an extraordinary young
man who will do amazing things. We wish
Jacobe the best of luck as he competes in the
State Youth of the Year competition.”
When Turner is not lending a helping
hand to the staff and his fellow members,
you can fi nd him taking advantage of the
many programs the BGCEC has to offer.
His involvement over the last four years with
the Keystone Club has been instrumental
in the community. Turner is always the
fi rst one to sign up for a community service
or volunteer opportunity. In the wake of
Hurricane Michael, he worked with other
Club members to make and distribute more
than 600 care packages families affected by
the storm. Turner plans to attend Northwest
Florida State College to get his associates
degree before transferring to Johnson & Wales
University to study culinary arts.
“Throughout the years, the club has taught
me values, like how positivity goes a long way,
the importance of a strong work ethic, and
that fi rst impressions always matter,” Turner
said. “Without the Boys and Girls Club I
would not have seen the value of helping
others or believed that my actions could
directly help others. I make a difference!”
McCaskill & Company to Receive
Scenic Corridor Foundation Design
Excellence Award
Scenic Corridor Foundation has announced
McCaskill & Company in Miramar Beach as
the winner of its Design Excellence Award
for this quarter. Owners Bill and Elizabeth
Campbell and Carolyn Campbell Brigman
will receive the award at a special presentation
ceremony on April 12, 2019, at 9:30 a.m.
at their Miramar Beach location, 13390
Highway 98 West, Miramar Beach, FL
32550. Everyone is invited to attend!
Scenic Corridor Foundation established
this award in 2017. “We designed this award
to recognize businesses that adhere to the
guidelines for architecture, landscaping,
signage and other elements of their property,”
said Board President Leigh Moore. “And
McCaskill & Company is doing just that
with their building design, storefront and
landscaping.”
“It’s a positive thing for our community
and a positive thing for tourism,” said Moore.
“I think when people drive into this area,
they feel and see the difference and that’s
really important. Scenic Corridor Foundation
believes it’s all about improving quality of
life in the community, improving property
values and making the development more
sustainable and in keeping with the character
of the community.”
Scenic Corridor Foundation plans to
present Design Excellence Awards on a
quarterly basis. Community individuals
and businesses are invited to become
members by calling 850-200-3229, sending
an email to info@sceniccorridorfoundation.
org or by visiting the website at www.
ScenicCorridorFoundation.org. Membership
dues are tax-deductible and are used to
support programs and operating costs.
Regardless of the level of contribution,
community participation is essential to the
organization’s ability to continue to make a
signifi cant positive impact in Walton County.
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald
Coast Enrolling for Summer
Program
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Emerald
Coast has opened enrollment for its summer
program. Programs offer Club members
something fun, educational and exciting to do
during the school break at an affordable price.
“Our action-packed activities inspire
creativity, build character and provide
academic enrichment,” BGCEC CEO,
Shervin Rassa, said. “Not only will your child
participate in fi ne arts projects and fun games,
they will also enjoy learning about healthy
lifestyles and good character and citizenship.
Our summer program is a great way for kids
to make friends, learn new things and just
have fun!”
Members are provided quality instruction,
engaging activities and fi eld-trip experiences.
Boys & Girls Club Members have a higher
academic retention rate once returning
to school compared to those who do not
participate in a summer youth development
program. The summer program is open to
students who have completed kindergarten.
The fee for the summer program is $400,
which is signifi cantly lower than most
summer childcare rates. Discounted rates
are available for students who qualify for free
or reduced lunch. For additional info, go to
www.EmeraldCoastBGC.org.
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