Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive hauls in nearly 200,000 pounds of food, most in over a decade

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Thanks to generous community donations and the hard work of local letter carriers, more than 191,000 pounds of food was collected during the National Association of Letter Carriers’ 2023 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive to benefit neighbors in need in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

Letter carriers in the two-county area collected 191,261 pounds of food – enough to provide the equivalent of 220,333 healthy meals to neighbors in need. This is the most successful National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in more than a decade.

The National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive boasts its most successful haul in over a decade, collecting nearly 200,00 pounds of food.
The National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive boasts its most successful haul in over a decade, collecting nearly 200,00 pounds of food.

The donated food will benefit individuals and families struggling with food insecurity served by Manna, Feeding the Gulf Coast, ACTS Ministries, We Care Ministries, and Warrington Emergency Aid Center.

This was the 31st year for the Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, Stamp Out Hunger is the largest, national, single-day effort to put food on the table for millions of Americans.

Visit MannaHelps.org for details.

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International Paper to award $63,000 in foundation grants to non-profits in 2023

The International Paper Pensacola Mill recently announced that it will be awarding a total of $63,000 in foundation grants to non-profit organizations in 2023.

International Paper Pensacola Mill recognizes the vital role non-profit organizations play in addressing critical needs within our communities. Through these grants, organizations will be able to fund new projects and programs that align with our signature causes and have a positive impact on the lives of individuals.

The International Paper Foundation focuses on making sustainable investments that address critical needs in the communities where its employees live and work. Grants are awarded based on signature causes including education, hunger, health & wellness, and disaster relief. Funding also is available to address environmental initiatives, employee involvement grants and other critical community needs.

To apply for these grants, non-profit organizations are invited to submit their applications through July 11. Interested parties can access the application form at ipgiving.com.

DOH-Santa Rosa recognizes National HIV Testing Day 2023

June 27 commemorated National HIV Testing Day, an annual observance highlighting the importance of HIV testing. This year’s theme is “Take the Test and Take the Next Step,” which emphasizes that knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy.

In recognition of National HIV Testing Day, the Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa will host free and confidential rapid HIV testing events from 9 a.m. to noon July 6 and and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 3 at DOH-Santa Rosa, 5527 Stewart St., Milton.

DOH-Santa Rosa encourages everyone to take the opportunity to get tested and learn about available HIV treatment and prevention options.

Studies have shown that providing antiretroviral therapy as early as possible after diagnosis improves a patient’s health, reduces transmission, and can eventually lead to undetectable HIV viral loads. People can reduce their risk for HIV by using appropriate prevention strategies, such as taking pre-exposure prophylaxis, using protection, and getting tested regularly.

Visit KnowYourHIVStatus.com or call 800-FLA-AIDS for details.

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Baptist Cancer Institute to hold skin cancer screening event during Blue Angels Air Show

The Baptist Cancer Institute will host a skin cancer screening event from 8 a.m. to noon July 7 at Casino Beach on Pensacola Beach for the 17th year. This free event will be held during the Blue Angels Air Show.

A dermatologist will conduct the screenings for skin cancer and make recommendations for any follow-up assessments.

Skin screenings will be conducted in strict compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, and Baptist will enforce safety guidelines and precautions to provide this valuable health care service.

Call 850-469-5176 for details.

Fees waived at Central Landfill for vegetative debris through July 10

Santa Rosa County will accept vegetative debris caused by the June 18 severe weather event free of charge at the Central Landfill, 6337 Da Lisa Road in Milton through July 10. The county will not be picking up debris. Fees will only be waived for vegetative debris. No mixed loads. Mixed loads will be charged the household rate.

This service is for residents only and an ID must be presented at the scale house to prove residency. Commercial haulers will be accepted with submission of work orders for locations within Santa Rosa County. Commercial haulers must present a copy of work orders at the scale house upon each entry.

The Central Landfill is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call 850-981-7135 for details.

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