Tate Blows Away Fort Walton Beach 56-20 (With Photo Gallery)
October 25, 2014
The Tate High Aggies blew past the Fort Walton Beach Vikings Friday night, 56-20.
Tate quarterback Sawyer Smith recorded 273 yards, including three touchdown passes. Reggie Payne caught nine passes for 100 yards plus a 46-yard touchdown pass. Smith also found Darren Lee and Bradley Trombly for second half TDS’s.
Smith put the Aggies on the board with a one yard dive, plus Corey Moorer scored with a 25-yard run to give Tate a 14-0 lead in the fist quarter.
The Aggies (7-2, 1-1) will sit out next week before hosting the Escambia Gators for Tate Senior Night on November 7.
For a photo gallery, click here.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Keith Garrison, click to enlarge.
Friday Night Football Finals
October 25, 2014
Here’s a look at high school final schools from around the area tonight:
FLORIDA
- Northview 35, Walton 28 [Read more...]
- Tate 56, Fort Walton Beach 20 [Read more...]
- Jay 64, Cottondale 36
- West Florida 33, Arnold 7
- Escambia 43, Pace 7
- Milton 28, Pine Forest 26 OT
- Baker 35, Franklin Co. 7
- PHS 40, Washington 10
- Catholic 56, Gulf Breeze 35
ALABAMA
- Sweetwater 38, Flomaton 12
- T.R. Miller 44, Excel 0
- W.S. Neal 55, Southside Selma 8
- Escambia County (Atmore) 42, Monroe County 30
- Escambia Academy 41, Glenwood 0
Great For The Kids: Free Open House At Turtle Point
October 25, 2014
There will be an open house today at the Turtle Point Science Center in Flomaton.
Admission is free and open to the public from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Food will be available from the Flomaton High School Band Boosters. There will be live music from “Two Stories Collide”, a live cake auction at 4:30, and a spooky trail.
The 3,000 square foot Turtle Point offers a touch tank for children and other hands-on exhibits. It boasts an extensive collection of wildlife specimens including many Alabama birds, nests, and eggs; a butterfly and living bee exhibit; live alligators, turtles, snakes, amphibians, and fish of the East Gulf Coastal Plain geophysical region. Also, plant lovers will find six teaching gardens and a wetland nature trail.
Turtle Point’s goal is to provide hands-on environmental education to students and adults in the South Alabama and Northwest Florida area. Turtle Point is located at 20959 Highway 31 in Flomaton, near Hurricane Park and Flomaton High School. For more information, call (251) 296-3401.
Pictured: The Turtle Point Science Center in Flomaton. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.
Northwest Escambia Senior Chiefs In Playoffs Tonight Against Jay
October 25, 2014
The Northwest Escambia Senior Chiefs football team will face the Jay Royals in the playoffs tonight at 7:15 at W.S. Neal High School in East Brewton, AL. The Chiefs are Western Division Champs in the Escambia River Conference.
With a win Saturday night, the Senior Chiefs would play for the Escambia River Conference Championship at Tommy Weaver Memorial Stadium at Northview High School on November 1.
Elmer C. Neal
October 25, 2014
Elmer C. Neal passed away October 21, 2014, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Mattie Lee Neal; and brother, Bill Neal.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years Ruth; their son, Jason; grandson, Michael; and brother, Edgar. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews who held a special place in his heart.
Elmer was a devoted son, husband, father and grandfather as well as friend. He was a member of Cottage Hill UMC. Elmer proudly served his country in the US Army. He was well loved and respected by all who knew him. Elmer also loved and enjoyed his work family. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening and dirt track racing. He took great pride in his family and home. Elmer cut and milled the timber that was used in building his home. Elmer was a great problem solver no matter the issue. If anyone had a problem with a car, electrical, woodworking or anything else they turned to Elmer and he would find a solution.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Jimmy Cook officiating.
Burial will follow in Barrancas National Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Tonight’s HS Football Finals
October 25, 2014
Here’s a look at high school final schools from around the area tonight:
FLORIDA
- Northview 35, Walton 28
- Tate 56, Fort Walton Beach 20
- Jay 64, Cottondale 36
- West Florida 33, Arnold 7
- Escambia 43, Pace 7
- Milton 28, Pine Forest 26 OT
- Baker 35, Franklin Co. 7
- PHS 40, Washington 10
- Catholic 56, Gulf Breeze 35
ALABAMA
- Sweetwater 38, Flomaton 12
- T.R. Miller 44, Excel 0
- W.S. Neal 55, Southside Selma 8
- Escambia County (Atmore) 42, Monroe County 30
- Escambia Academy 41, Glenwood 0
Possible Live Military Explosive Found At Business Near Ensley Walmart
October 24, 2014
A possible live military ordnance was discovered at a business on Hood Drive Friday afternoon. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office responded and a military explosive ordinance disposal team was called to dispose of the item. The item was removed and taken to the Sheriff’s Office shooting range to be destroyed.
There’s no word yet on exactly what the device was.
The area was evacuated. leading to traffic delays in the area of Hood Drive and North Palafox (near the Ensley Walmart).
Pictured top: Deputies block an exit from the Ensley Walmart onto Hood Drive due to a possible live military ordnance found at a nearby business near the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office precinct on Hood Drive. Pictured below: The object was taken into this flea market business. Photos by Jason Isbell for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia Elementary, Middle School Report Cards Today; High School Delayed Until Monday
October 24, 2014
Elementary and middle school reports cards in the Escambia County School District will be sent home with students as planned today; however, the distribution of high school report cards has been delayed until Monday.
“All student report cards, including high school, can be viewed on the Focus Gradebook Parent Portal after 5:00 p.m. today. Any questions parents may have about specific grades should be directed to their student’s teachers. Any parents who have not registered for the Focus Gradebook Parent Portal, may do so on the district website by selecting the ‘Families’ link,” Superintendent Malcolm Thomas said.
Food Day Video
October 24, 2014
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Alabama Kicks Off Statewide ‘Food Day’ In Atmore; Florida Celebrating Today Too (With Video)
October 24, 2014
Today is “Food Day”and officials in Florida and Alabama are encouraging residents and visitors to make positive changes toward healthy eating and active living. Food Day events are being held statewide in both states, championed by local county health departments and community partners, to support residents in attaining and maintaining a healthy weight.
For a video news story, click here.
Alabama kicked off statewide Food Day events Friday morning at the Atmore Farmer’s Market with a state proclamation from Gov. Robert Bentley and Atmore Mayor Jim Staff. Events followed across Alabama.
Food Day events were also planned across Florida.
“Food Day reminds us all to make healthy choices in what we eat,” said Florida State Surgeon General and Florida Secretary of Health Dr. John Armstrong. “By choosing nutritious foods and beverages, every Floridian can achieve a healthy weight that lowers the risk of future diabetes and heart disease.”
Food Day was created by the Center for Science in the Public Interest and is held annually on October 24. The observance is a national celebration of healthy, affordable and sustainably produced food that promotes healthier diets and food education.
For a video news story, click here.
Pictured top: (L-R) Farmer Eddie Mathis; Atmore council members Webb Nall, Chris Walker and Susan Smith; Rigsby-McGhee Farm Foundation founder Amy McGhee; Atmore Mayor Jim Staff; Atmore Chamber President Anne Hetzel; farmer Jimmy Mason; Atmore Chamber Executive Director Sheryl Vickery; and farmer Edward Adams. Pictured inset: Staff reads a proclamation from Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley. Pictured below: The event was held at the Atmore Farmer’s Market. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
