Chloe Channell Added To Spring Jam Lineup
March 23, 2019
American Idol contestant Chloe Channell has been added to the lineup for CatCountry 98.7’s second annual Spring Jam concert on Sunday.
The concert will feature Michael Ray with special guests Jimmie Allen, Everette and Chloe Channell with Billy Dean.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at CatCountry987.com. Ticket prices will be $20 the day of the show. The show for all ages will be held on the beach behind Juanas Pagodas and Sailors Grill. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. and the show will start at 6 p.m. Bring a beach towel, but no chairs are allowed.
Proceeds will benefit the Santa Rosa Kids House.
Two Sheds Burn, Blaze Spreads Into Wildfire
March 22, 2019
Two sheds were destroyed by fire Friday in Beulah, and the fire spread into about 1.5 acres of grass, threatening homes.
Escambia Fire Rescue responded to the 9900 block of Rebel Road about 12:30 and found the sheds already on the ground.
The fire was sparked by a debris fire that got out of control. There were no injuries reported.
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Kingsfield Road Crash Claims Life Of Pedestrian
March 22, 2019
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A pedestrian was killed in a crash Thursday night on East Kingsfield Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol said 39-year old Jason Fleming of Cantonment was traveling east on East Kingsfield about 8 p.m. approaching the intersection of Joel Street in a 2003 Honda Accent. A pedestrian was walking east on the white outside line of Kingsfield approaching the same intersection.
“The pedestrian failed to walk on the shoulder and due to being too close to passing traffic was struck,” according to the FHP. The name of the pedestrian has not been released awaiting notification of next of kin.
Any charges against Fleming are pending the outcome of the FHP investigation.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Santa Rosa Man Sentenced To Death For Murder Of Alabama Pastor
March 22, 2019
A Jay man has been sentenced to death for a 2014 murder of a pastor in Escambia County, AL.
Brett Richard Yeiter, age 51 of Little Paul Lane, will die by lethal injection for the shooting death of his father-in-law Paul Phillips.
The shooting occurred Monday, October 27, 2014 at the Book of Acts Holiness Church on Jimmy Sellers Road, just north of the Florida line about 15 miles northwest of Munson, FL. Responding deputies found 69-year old Paul Phillips suffering from a gunshot wound from a shotgun. He passed away a short time later. Phillips was the pastor of the small church.
Yeiter shot Phillips after a dispute outside the church.
Yeiter was arrested a few days after the shooting by a Texas state trooper near Amarillo. At the time of his arrest, he was still driving the same truck with no tag that authorities said he used to flee the murder scene. Texas authorities said Yeter also used his credit card in western Oklahoma.
Pictured top: Brett Richard Yeiter was booked into the Carson County, TX jail after his arrest on October 30, 2014. Courtesy image for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
More Sunshine, Nice Days And Cool Nights
March 22, 2019
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 70. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 75. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 69.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 45.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 70.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 47.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 74.
ECUA To Complete 900 Acre Controlled Burn Friday
March 22, 2019
A controlled burn on ECUA property south of Becks Lake Road in Cantonment will continue on Friday.
An ECUA spokesperson said about 120 acres will be burned on Friday, completing an overall 900 acre burn that was started two weeks ago.
On Thursday, we received multiple reports of ash falling in the Old Chemstrand Road area from that fire. Escambia County Fire checked the complaints out and determined the ash was from the ECUA burn.
These burn activities were part of ECUA’s management plan for the ecological restoration of forest lands at the Central Water Reclamation Facility (CWRF).
Pictured: A control burn on ECUA property as seen from the Cantonment Ballpark late Thursday afternoon. NorthEscambia.com photo by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Powerball Jackpot At $625 Million, Fourth Largest In History
March 22, 2019
The jackpot for this Saturday’s Powerball jackpot is an estimated $625 million, the fourth largest in history. The winner can choose a cash payout option of $380.6 million.
Powerball jackpots start at $40 million and roll until there is a winner. Players win by matching the five white ball numbers (1-69) and the red Powerball (1-26). The jackpot has rolled 24 times since the December 29.
Escambia Man Sentenced To Prison On Animal Cruelty Charges
March 22, 2019
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to prison for aggravated animal cruelty, cruelty to animals and contributing to the delinquency of a child.
Circuit Judge Kinsey sentenced 25-year old David Wick to four years in state prison followed by three years of supervision with conditions including that Wick not own any animals.On June 28, 2018, Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for service at the home of Wick and deputies discovered several dogs in distress. Deputies immediately contacted Escambia County Animal Control to investigate and remove the animals.
Eleven animals were removed from the premises and two dogs passed away as a result of their malnourishment and lack of veterinary care. Wick’s small child was ultimately removed based on the conditions of the home.
Century Fire Department Selling Boston Butts To Benefit Fire Victims
March 22, 2019
Century firefighters are hold a Boston Butt Sale to benefit displaced fire victims in the Century and Byrneville areas.
Butts are $30 and can be ordered until March 25 by calling Shaun at (251) 236-1182 or Kevin Bullard at (850) 324-8457. Pick up will be noon until 4 p.m. on March 30 at the Century Fire Station.
Local Woman Named Top Mentor In Florida
March 22, 2019
Jeanne Meyer, a 13-year mentor in Escambia County’s Take Stock in Children program, was chosen as the statewide Mentor of the Year and was honored at the recent Take Stock Leadership Summit in Tallahassee.
Meyer has mentored six different students, including several at Tate High School, since 2006 and has been a huge inspiration to all of them. Of the five students who have graduated from high school, two have obtained college degrees and three are still in college. She has started mentoring another high school student this year and is excited to be able to help another student on the road to higher education.
“Now that I am in my third year of medical school, I have learned that many friends will come and go, but some people are fortunate enough to have some friends forever and Mrs. Jeanne has been one of these people for me. We still talk on at least a monthly basis despite my being in a different city for the last six years,” said Daniel Pierce, 2012 Tate High graduate.
Born and raised in Oak Park, Illinois, Meyer graduated from Michigan State University and became a teacher in Detroit. Jeanne moved to a number of communities in Illinois, Colorado, and Wisconsin, raising two children while expanding her professional experience through positions in editing, finance and sales. Her dream job happened in Milwaukee where she opened her own independent bookstore.
After moving to Pensacola in 2004, Meyer wanted to volunteer in her new community but hadn’t found herself drawn to a particular organization. While attending a luncheon presentation about Take Stock in Children, Meyer heard the description of Take Stock’s mission and program. She was inspired to play a part in transforming the lives of low- income students through “scholarships, mentors & hope” and signed up to become a mentor in 2006.
“Ms. Jeanne quickly became my favorite person to talk to. She was by my side through some of the toughest times and some of the best times of my life. Our talks were always personal, and she always listened to everything I said with an open mind. She always had a way of making me smile,” said Olivia Brown a 2018 Tate High graduate.
Take Stock in Children is a statewide nonprofit which operates locally under the Escambia County Public Schools Foundation. Students are selected at the end of sixth grade through a need-based application process. Selected students sign a contract to keep good grades, attendance & citizenship and remain crime and drug free. In return, students receive the support of a caring mentor, college readiness services provided by the college success coach, and a college tuition scholarship upon high school graduation. Donations for scholarships come from businesses, foundations, organizations and individuals and all donations are matched when scholarships are purchased from the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.
“Mentoring is a huge reason for the success of the Take Stock program. Jeanne Meyer represents the many wonderful people who are volunteer mentors with Take Stock. She is the epitome of what we look for in a mentor — someone who is kind, encouraging, caring, dedicated, dependable, knowledgeable, and who wants the best for the student,” said Sally Lee, Take Stock Student Services Coordinator in Escambia County. “Jeanne not only met with her students on a weekly basis during middle and high school, but has stayed in touch with them through college and beyond.”