George Allen Phillips

September 19, 2017

George Allen Phillips, 64, of Cantonment, FL, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 15, 2017. He worked as a brakeman for the Railroad, enjoyed late model cars and listening to old rock and roll music. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Doris Phillips; sister, Elaine Phillips Southwick; and his nephew Ralph (Duck) Childers.

He is survived by his son, Kallen Phillips (April); granddaughters, Haeden and Emily Phillips; brothers, Dan and Paul Phillips; sisters, Vicki Hensley and Grace Phillips; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North beginning at 12 p.m. with the funeral service to follow at 1 p.m.

Interment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery.

Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.

Ernest Ward School Advisory Council Meeting Rescheduled

September 18, 2017

The Ernest Ward Middle School Advisory Council meeting scheduled for tomorrow, September 19 has been rescheduled due to a scheduling conflict.

The next meeting is now scheduled for Monday, September 25 at 8:00 a.m. in the Innovation Center.

NorthEscambia.com file photo.

Escambia County Cancels Budget Workshop

September 18, 2017

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners’ Budget Workshop originally scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 19 at 9 a.m. has been canceled. The meeting was scheduled on an as-needed basis by the board, and commissioners determined that it would not be needed.

The Second Budget Public Hearing for the proposed Fiscal Year 2017-2018 budget is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 5:31 p.m. in the Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building, Board Chambers found on the first floor of 221 Palafox Place.

Slight Chance Of Rain, Otherwise Sunny And Warm Today

September 18, 2017

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.

Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.

Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Calm wind.

Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.

Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Calm wind.

Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69.

Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 86.

Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.

One Transported After West Kingsfield Crash

September 18, 2017

One person was transported following a single vehicle wreck about 7:15 p.m. in the 2000 block of West Kingsfield, just west of County Road 97. The driver of a pickup lost control in a sharp curve and ran off the roadway into several small trees. Further details on the accident have not yet been released by the Florida Highway Patrol. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.

Jim Allen Elementary Goes Gold For Childhood Cancer Research

September 18, 2017

Jim Allen Elementary faculty and staff went gold and rallied to show support for childhood cancer research.

For more photos, click here.

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Interested In Cybersecurity? Special Event Planned At Molino Library

September 18, 2017

Students interested in cybersecurity, and their parents, are invited to a special seminar at the Molino Branch Library on Tuesday, September 19 at 6 p.m.

Randy Ramos of Global Business Solutions will speak about the exciting field of cybersecurity. Attendees will learn how he became interested in cybersecurity and how students can to get into the field. Students who are interested in technology are highly encouraged to attend, as well as their family. Anyone ages 10 and up is welcome to attend.

One Injured In Beulah Crash

September 18, 2017

One person was seriously injured in a single vehicle rollover accident late Sunday afternoon on Mobile Highway at Bridlewood Road in Beulah A 46-year old man was transported by ambulance to a Pensacola hospital following the crash. The accident is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Minor Injury In Cantonment Wreck

September 18, 2017

One person was injured in a two vehicle accident Sunday afternoon near the Muscogee Road and Louis Street intersection in Cantonment. The injured person was transported by ambulance to a Pensacola hospital with minor injuries, while two other people in the crash refused medical treatment. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.

Bonus Gallery: Northview Cheerleaders, Band, NJROTC

September 18, 2017

For a bonus gallery with the Northview band, cheerleaders, NJROTC and spirit line, click here.


For football game action photos and story, click here.

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