Tate, Northview Band Students Earn High Ratings At Districts
February 24, 2015
Over 100 Northview and Tate high school band students were awarded excellent and superior ratings recently at the Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessments at Gulf Breeze High School.
State qualifying soloists and groups are indicated below with an asterisk (*). These students will take part in the state solo and ensemble assessments March 23-24 in Gainesville. To qualify for state, the students were required to perform a Grade 5 or higher and earn a Superior rating at the district level.
NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Sarah Dutton (Flag solo) – Excellent
Tiffani Cruce (Flag solo) – Excellent
Amber Freeman (Flute solo) – Superior
Kylie Brook (Flute solo) – Superior
Clayton Findley (Tenor Saxophone solo) – Superior
Adrian King (Trombone Solo) – Superior
Triston Long (Tuba solo) – Superior
Abbie Johnson (Piano solo) – Superior
David Weber (Snare solo) – Superior*
David Weber and Tristan Williams (Percussion duet) – Superior*
Julie Hester (Baton solo) – Superior*
Brianna Smith (Baton solo) – Superior*
TATE HIGH SCHOOL
Soloists:
Toye Johnson (Piccolo) – Superior
Angel Chu (Flute) – Superior *
Taylor Ertel (Flute) – Superior
Tiana Hendricks (Flute) – Superior *
Toye Johnson (Flute) – Superior
Madison Rondeau (Flute) – Superior *
Katie Woods (Clarinet) – Superior *
Ashton Nelson (Bassoon) – Superior *
Bryce Coots (Alto Sax) – Superior *
Randi Avery (Trumpet) – Excellent
Jacob Howard (Trumpet) – Superior *
Ethan Millet (Trumpet) – Superior *
Tristan Workman (Trumpet) – Excellent
Ian McCool (Trombone) – Good
Nathan Tubbs (Trombone) – Superior
Cody Swilley (Euphonium) – Superior *
Emily DeRise (Marimba) – Excellent
Erica Earnest (Marimba) – Superior *
Honya Richbourg (Marimba) – Superior *
Danae Smith (Marimba) – Superior *
Small Ensembles:
Flute Duet: Jordan Rynders & Brittany Gipson – Excellent
Flute Duet: Toye Johnson & Madison Tourney – Excellent
Flute Trio: Ana Lowe, Steffany Brown, & Tiana Hendricks – Superior
Clarinet Duet: Alyssa Spencer & Kaelyn Houghton – Excellent
Clarinet Trio: Ashlyn Adams, Kyndal Bray, & Ashia McMillon – Superior
Clarinet Quartet: Eric Milligan, Katie Snyder, Alyssa Spencer, & Mallory Parker – Superior
Trumpet Duet: Nick Touchstone & Tristan Workman – Superior
Trumpet Quartet: Jacob Howard, Zach Vranich, Ethan Millet, & Tristan Workman – Superior
Trombone Trio: Nathan Tubbs, Haley Groff, & Amber Brock – Superior
Woodwind Quintet (Superior)
Angel Chu, Flute
Madison Philley, Oboe
Eric Milligan, Clarinet
Ashton Nelson, Bassoon
Jacob Caddell, French Horn
Brass Quintet (Excellent)
Zach Vranich, Trumpet
Kayley Groff, Trumpet
Jacob Caddell, French Horn
Zach Humphries, Trombone
Nick Krostag, Tuba
Saxophone Sextet (Superior)
Bryce Coots, Alto
Brennan Infinger, Alto
Michael Lett, Alto
Eric Esselburn, Tenor
Kayla Dixon, Tenor
Ashton Nelson, Baritone
Woodwind Choir (Superior)
Kelsea Jacobson, Flute
Lillian Jensen, Flute
Toye Johnson, Flute
Ana Lowe, Flute
Micaela Palma, Flute
Levi Shaffer, Flute
Jamie Simon, Flute
Tori VanScyoc, Flute
Madison Philley, Oboe
Lexi Dixon, Clarinet
Jillian Flowers, Clarinet
Eric Milligan, Clarinet
Jordan Myers, Clarinet
Olivia Brown, Bass Clarinet
Keionna Odom, Bass Clarinet
Ashton Nelson, Bassoon
Logan Royer, Bassoon
Cameron Caulder, Alto Sax
Bryce Coots, Alto Sax
Brennan Infinger, Alto Sax
Anthony Mikhail, Alto Sax
Jacob Norre, Tenor Sax
Kayla Dixon, Bari Sax
Brass Choir (Superior)
Sasha Babkin – Trumpet
Ryan Cawby – Trumpet
J. D. Franklin – Trumpet
Kayley Groff – Trumpet
Jacob Hall – Trumpet
Jacob Howard – Trumpet
Blake Norre – Trumpet
Abbey Opalenik – Trumpet
Zach Vranich – Trumpet
Jessica Gainey – French Horn
Chad Ratliff – French Horn
Nick Simmons – French Horn
Chandler Cotton – Trombone
Hayley Groff – Trombone
Zach Humphries – Trombone
Cody Swilley – Trombone
Nathan Tubbs – Trombone
Aaron Gavin – Tuba
Nick Krostag – Tuba
Ryan Tanton – Timpani
Percussion Choir – Concert Band (Superior)
Stephen Cleary
Morgan Ghiorso
Alexandra Hatley
Mason Humphries
Bryan LeDuc
Patrick McHaney
Crosby Mowry
Colin Smith
Will Talley
Percussion Choir – Symphonic Band (Superior)
Landon Benson
Tristan Hacker
Ethan Jensen
Kathryn Skipper
Ben Wagner
Hunter Welch
Percussion Choir – Wind Ensemble (Superior) *
Peyton Benson
Erica Earnest
Aaron Gavin
Maurice Hendricks
Kyle Irps
Paxton Metcalf
Kaitlin Sainata
Danae Smith
Honya Richbourg
Pictured: Northview High School band members earning Superior and Excellent ratings. Photos for Northescambia.com, click to enlarge.
Lane Closures Planned For I-10 At Nine Mile Road
February 24, 2015
Traffic on I-10 will encounter lane restrictions at the bridge over Nine Mile Road, 1.6 miles west of Pine Forest Road, on Wednesday and Thursday as crews repair bridge joints. Lane restrictions will be in effect from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Additionally, drivers traveling Mobile Highway east of Quiet Drive will encounter lane restrictions from 8 p.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Friday as crews complete a turn lane for Huntington Creek Subdivision.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or re-scheduled in the event of inclement weather. Motorists are reminded to travel with care through the work zone and to watch for construction equipment and workers entering and exiting the roadway, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Cantonment Convicted Sex Offender Arrested
February 24, 2015
A convicted Cantonment sex offender was arrested for failing to register as required.
Jessie J. Robinson, age 47 of 131 Robinson Street, was charged with the felony registration violation and booked into the Escambia County Jail without bond.
Robinson was convicted in Escambia County of sexual battery with a weapon or force and kidnapping, according to FDLE and Department of Corrections records.
James Coleman Fuqua
February 24, 2015
Mr. James Coleman Fuqua, age 18 of Barrentine Road, Brewton, passed away Saturday night February 21, 2015, in Pensacola after injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was a native and lifelong resident of Brewton. Mr. Fuqua was a member of the Bethel Mennonite Church, he attended W.S. Neal School before enrolling at Escambia Academy where he played football and was on the weightlifting team. He was a member of the graduating class of 2015.
He is survived by his mother Jean Joyner Fuqua of Brewton; aunt Sara Owens of Phenix City, AL; cousins Cody Owens, Heath Owens, and Shannon Odom; special fiends Todd White, Kriss White, Cade White, Will Hendrix, Blaklee Hendrix, Coach Hugh Fountain; many friends and classmates.
He was preceded in death by his father James Earl “Fuzz” Fuqua and his grandparents Coleman and Ethel Fuqua.
Visitation will be held Wednesday night February 25, 2015. from 6-8 p.m. at William Memorial Chapel in Brewton.
Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday afternoon February 26, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at William Memorial Chapel in Brewton with Rev. John Kemp officiating. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery in Brewton.
Northview Softball, Baseball Games For Today Are Canceled
February 23, 2015
The Northview High School softball games scheduled for Monday against Washington has been canceled. The varsity baseball game against Rocky Bayou set for Monday has also been rescheduled for 4 p.m., Monday, April 13 at NHS.
Health Department Shuts Down Two Escambia Doctors With No License
February 23, 2015
The Florida Department of Health announced Friday that it has served cease and desist notices to two Escambia County doctors and a business for practicing health care without a license, which is a felony-level criminal offense in many instances. Treatment by an unlicensed person is dangerous and could result in further injury, disease or even death.
Cease and desist orders were served upon:
- Aloha Foot and Body Massage, Massage Establishment, Pensacola
- Jessica Ayers, Medical Doctor, Pensacola
- Abigail Whitaker, Medical Doctor, Pensacola
The department’s Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) Unlicensed Activity (ULA) Program, under authority of Florida Statute 456.065, protects Florida residents and visitors from the potentially serious consequences of receiving health care services from an unlicensed person. The ULA Program investigates all unlicensed health care activity complaints and allegations, and works in conjunction with law enforcement and the state attorney’s offices to prosecute individuals practicing without a license.
Pedestrian Killed On Highway 29 In Cantonment
February 23, 2015
A pedestrian was struck and killed Sunday night in Cantonment.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 44-year old Deanna M. Mullins of Pensacola was pronounced deceased at the scene of the 8:40 p.m. crash at Highway 29 and Tate Road. She was standing bent over in the northbound inside travel lane of Highway 29 when she was struck by a 2006 Ford F150 driven by 64-year old John C. McElhaney of Cantonment.
McElhaney was unable to see Mullins, who was wearing dark-colored clothing, prior to the crash.
The accident investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol is continuing.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Price, click to enlarge.
Rainy, Cool Start To Week
February 23, 2015
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Tonight Rain likely. Cloudy, with a low around 37. North wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Tuesday A chance of rain before noon, then a slight chance of showers after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Tuesday Night A 20 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. North wind around 5 mph.
- Wednesday Rain. High near 45. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of rain before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. North wind around 10 mph.
- Thursday Partly sunny, with a high near 53. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Thursday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. North wind around 5 mph.
- Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Friday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 36.
- Saturday A 20 percent chance of rain. Partly sunny, with a high near 57.
- Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44.
- Sunday A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 64.
Victim In Molino Crash Identified As Escambia Academy Senior
February 23, 2015
The victim in a fatal crash Saturday night in Molino has been identified as a senior at Escambia Academy in Canoe, AL, near Atmore.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 18-year old James C. Fuqua was pronounced deceased at the scene of the 10:30 p.m. crash on Highway 29 near Bet Raines Road. The FHP said he was a passenger in a pickup driven by 27-year old Darrell Antonio Hixon of Atmore.
Hixon lost control of tjeDodge Ram 1500 while traveling south on Highway 29 near Bet Raines Road about 10:30 p.m.. As he changed lanes, he lost control of the pickup, ran off the roadway and struck a tree. Hixon was transported by Escambia County EMS to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola in serious condition.
“Please keep his family, friends, and EA family in your thoughts and prayers. James was a bright and shining light to all that knew him and he will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace sweet James,” Escambia Academy said in a Facebook posting Sunday.
Fuqua was a member of Escambia Academy’s Weightlifting Team which won the Alabama Independent School Association State Championship last week. He was also a member of Escambia Academy’s 2014 state championship football team. Friends and family said Fuqua and Hixon worked together at an Atmore car dealership.
The accident remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. Any charges in the accident are pending the outcome of that investigation. The Molino and Cantonment stations of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the crash.
Pictured top and bottom: An Escambia Academy senior was killed in this single vehicle crash in Molino Saturday night.
Problems With Potholes? Overgrown Grass? Let Escambia County Know
February 23, 2015
Escambia County residents are asked to report when they see potholes, overgrown grass on a right-of-way or other eyesore issues.
The Escambia County Road Department offers the following services:
- Rights-of-way mowing and cutting of overgrowth
- Pothole repair
- Street sign maintenance
- Litter removal along roadways
- Street sweeping
- Retention pond maintenance
- Sidewalk maintenance (mowing, edging, trip hazards)
- Tree trimming and removal of low-hanging limbs
- Dirt road grading
- Ditch cleaning and maintenance
- Driveway maintenance (earthen driveways only)
Service requests can be submitted to the Public Works Department’s Neightborhood Beautification Team through their Customer Service Request Line at (850) 494-5860.