Thousands Attend Fall Festivals, Halloween Events (With Gallery)
November 1, 2016
Thousands of people attended fall festivals and Halloween events across the North Escambia area Monday night.
One of the largest was the annual community-wide fall festival at Victory Assembly of God. The festival was a combined effort of three area churches – Victory, Highland Baptist and Cross Faith Church. The interdenominational event was designed to provide a safe activity for attendees from across the community. The event featured a variety of games, bounce house, a hayride and lots of free food.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Pictured top: A game of “Angry Birds” during a community fall festival Monday night in Molino. Pictured inset: Choosing that perfect prize. Pictured below: Trunk or Treating with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Kids Enjoy Halloween Carnival In Century (With Photo Gallery)
November 1, 2016
Kids of all ages enjoyed a Halloween Carnival Monday afternoon at the Century Health and Rehabilitation Center. From carnival style games, to hot popcorn, to a “fun hosue”, there were plenty of activities for all
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Northview FFA Chapter, Alumni Association Receive National Awards
November 1, 2016
Once again, the Northview High School FFA chapter has been named one of the very best in the nation, and the Northview High School FFA Alumni received a national bronze award.
The Northview FFA received the national Two-Star Chapter Award during the National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, IN. The Northview High School FFA was named one of Florida’s Finest FFA chapters and recognized on stage during the 88th Florida FFA State Convention & Expo in Orlando this past June.
Northview FFA members attending the national convention in Indianapolis were Donnie Dixon, Cody Kite, Wesley Hardin, Brandon Korinchak, Cole Hassebrock and Mitchell Singleton.
The selection of Florida’s Finest FFA Chapters is based upon the completion of the National Chapter Award program application. These chapters have excelled in the areas of student, chapter and community development and have worked hard to fulfill the mission of the FFA. Northview’s FFA chapter will represent Florida at the national level.
The Northview High School FFA’s “Fresh From Florida Advocacy Program” was also named the second best program in 2015 and 2016 and was previously honored as the best in Florida for three consecutive years.
Pictured: Northview High School FFA members Donnie Dixon, Cody Kite, Wesley Hardin, Brandon Korinchak, Cole Hassebrock and Mitchell Singleton at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Home School Students Learn From Community Helpers
November 1, 2016
Home school students recently attended a Community Helpers Day at the Cantonment Station of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Cantonment Ballpark. They had a chance to learn from firefighters, an Escambia County Sheriff’s K-9 officer, an Escambia County EMS crew and the crew of a Lifeguard helicopter
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Escambia Deputies Searching For Suspect In Century Stabbing
October 31, 2016
Authorities are searching for a suspect in connection with a stabbing Sunday night in Century.
One person was stabbed at a mobile home in the 300 block of East Pond Street about 8:30 p.m. Sunday. The victim was transported by Lifeguard ambulance to EMS Post 50 in Century and then transferred to LifeFlight helicopter and airlifted to a Pensacaola hospital.
No details on the victim’s name, age or condition were released.
Alfreco Lett, 44, was named as the suspect in the stabbing, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. He fled the scene on foot, according to Rhonda Ray, spokesperson for the Sheriff’s Office. His direction of travel was unknown.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Lett is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP or the ECSO at (850) 436-9620.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
No Rain This Week
October 31, 2016
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 88. North wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 54. South wind around 5 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 87. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 53.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 78.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 51.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 79.
‘Miracle’ That Missing Grandmother Found Alive Near Century
October 31, 2016
Family members say it was a miracle that 83-year old Shirley Cooey was found near Century Saturday after being missing for a week.
Cooey was located off Highway 29 on North Canoe Road, a non-maintained dirt road. Her car was stuck deep in the sand of the roadway, where she had apparently spent most of the week. She was located by two Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputies who responded to a report of a suspicious person.
Cooey had apparently been living out of her car, which had a dead battery. She had food…an uneaten loaf of cinnamon bread was on the passenger seat after her rescue. But her major problem was a lack of liquid. She was transported to an area hospital suffering from dehydration.
“Our family can’t even begin to thank every enough that looked for for a week,” Lindsay Cooey said. “I’m so thankful that that everyone came together to work for her safe return.”
Lindsay Cooey said there were times she doubled that the missing senior would be found alive, but her faith and love for God pulled her through.
“I prayed and prayed and prayed,” she said. “I was reminded by by faith what He is capable of.”
Pictured: Silver Alert missing senior Shirley Cooey was found in her stuck car on North Canoe Road. Pictured inset and immediately below: There was food in the Hundai Sn o NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge;
Congressman, Other Leaders Remember And Honor Annie Savage
October 31, 2016
Funeral services were held this weekend for Century Town Council member Annie Carter Savage who passed away last week at age 75.
For more on her passing, click here.
Local, state and national political figures paused to remember Savage:
U.S. Rep. Jeff Miller, as read into the Congressional Record before the U.S. Congress:
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and dedicated service of Annie Carter Savage of Century, Florida who passed away on October 25th, 2016. Annie was a remarkable public servant who cared deeply for those in the community she served, and I am humbled to commemorate her life.
Annie Carter was born to Thomas and Rosa Bell Carter in Wilcox County, Alabama on February 16, 1941. She attended Snow Hill Institution Normal and graduated Industrial Institute in Snow Hill in 1960. Following her graduation, Annie went on to pursue a cosmetology license in Birmingham, Alabama. From there she began her career with Mutual Savings Insurance Company, where she spent more than twenty years before retiring as a district manager. In 2011, Annie was appointed to the Century Town Council. Annie was a dedicated and effective public servant, and she won the confidence of her constituents, as evidenced by her election to serve a second four year term as a councilwoman.
In addition to her service to the Northwest Florida community, Annie was also a leader in the civic and religious community. For over sixty years, Annie remained a loyal and active member of the First Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Century, Florida. She served as church clerk for 28 years and in the church’s senior choir for 19 years. She also served as the district missionary for the First West Florida District Association, corresponding secretary for the Evergreen District Congress of Christian Education and remained a faithful member of the Eastern Star. Caring for the community was more than a passion for Annie. In 2009, she and her husband opened their home as an outreach ministry to for those in need of hot meals, transportation and spiritual guidance.
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am privileged to honor the life of Annie Carter Savage. She will always be remembered by all of us in Northwest Florida as a true community leader. My wife Vicki and I offer our prayers for her husband, Deacon Lloyd Savage, three daughters; Lomonica Savage-Shoemo, Tarrant Savage, and Melody Trice; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and the entire Savage family as we remember and honor the life of Annie Carter Savage.
Florida Rep. Clay Ingram
I was saddened today to hear that Councilwoman Annie Savage passed away. She gave selflessly to the town of Century, and her contributions will be missed. Leslie and I will keep her family and friends in our prayers as they mourn her passing.
Century Mayor Freddie McCall
She spoke her peace and let you know what was on her mind. I have enjoyed working with her. We are all going to miss her.
Escambia County Commissioner District 5 Steven Barry
All healthy communities need true public servants, and Century needed Annie Savage, who was a true public servant. She will be missed throughout Escambia County and my thoughts and prayers are with her husband, children, and large extended family, as well her even larger network of friends during this trying time.
Escambia Commissioner District 1 Wilson Robertson
As a former commissioner for District 5, I am saddened by the passage of Councilwoman Savage. Our prayers are with her family.
Century Town Clerk Leslie Howington
Town Clerk Leslie Howington reminisced that just a couple of weeks ago Annie C., as she called herself, gave her family some fresh vegetables. “Miss Annie had a way of putting others’ needs ahead of her own that left everyone feeling special.”
Century Town Council President Ben Boutwell
She love this town and had nothing but the best in her heart for the town. She was always positive about life and God; I really respected her.
Century Town Council Member Sandra McMurray-Jackson
She was a member of my church, a family friend and a really nice lady. She would do what had to be done to help the community. She was a real asset to the council. She will be truly missed.
Pictured top: Century Town Council member Annie Savage. Pictured below: A black ribbon marks Savage’s passing at the Century Town Hall. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Names Students Of The Month
October 31, 2016
Ernest Ward Middle School recently announced Students of the Month for August. They are Savannah Doremus, eighth grade; Shelby Cotita, seventh grade; and Drake Driskell, sixth grade. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Smartphones And Driving: Tate Students Learn ‘It Can Wait’
October 31, 2016
Tate High School students learned about the dangers of smartphone distracted driving Friday as part of the AT&T It Can Wait campaign.
Research shows that people that are doing much more than just texting from behind the wheel, with 7-in-10 people engaging in smartphone activities while driving.
To drive home the message, AT&T’s It Can Wait Virtual Reality simulator stopped at Tate High School. Students watched real life testimonies about the devastating consequences of distracted driving and experienced firsthand the dangers of not keeping your eyes on the road.
It Can Wait is a national movement urging drivers to keep their eyes on the road, not on their phones. The campaign began with a focus on not texting and driving. It has now expanded to the broader dangers of smartphone use behind the wheel.
Pictured: The AT&T It Can Wait program at Tate High School on Friday. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
