Escambia Supervisor Of Elections Stepping Down After 19 Years To Join Homeland Security
December 20, 2023
Escambia County Supervisor Of Elections David Stafford is stepping down after 19 years in office.
Stafford will join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency as an Election Security Advisor. His last day as Escambia County Supervisor of Elections will be January 15, 2024.
Stafford has asked Gov. Ron DeSantis to consider appointing his Chief Deputy Supervisor Sonya Daniels to fill the final year of his term.
“I am eternally grateful to the voters of Escambia County for allowing me the opportunity to serve for nearly twenty years and look forward to continuing to serve the public in a different role. I am especially thankful for our staff, poll workers, my colleagues, and my family for their support throughout my tenure,” Stafford said in his letter to the governor.
Middle 30s Tonight, Rain In The Forecast By Christmas
December 20, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 35. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 62. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. East wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. East wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. East wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 67. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 65. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday Night: Showers likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after midnight. Low around 58. Breezy, with an east wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Christmas Day: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before noon, then showers likely. High near 67. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Monday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.
Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65.
Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60.
Pensacola Installing Red Light Cameras At These Intersections
December 20, 2023
The City of Pensacola will install red light cameras to several intersections to monitor for violations.
The cameras will be installed at:
- 9th and Bayou on the north, south, east and west approaches.
- 9th and Airport on the north, south, east, and west approaches.
- 9th and Fairfield on the east and west bound approaches.
- 9th and Gregory on the west bound approach.
- Davis and Fairfield on the east and west bound approaches.
These intersections were selected based on crash data collected over the past 10 years.
The infractions that will be enforced will be traveling straight through a red light and making a left turn on a red light.
Police Seek Counterfeit Money Suspect In Flomaton, Century Area
December 20, 2023
Flomaton Police are looking for a man they say is passing counterfeit money in the Flomaton and Century areas.
Aaron Madison has warrants for counterfeit bills, failure to appear, second degree criminal mischief, and first degree theft of property.
“He is causing a lot of trouble between Flomaton and Century, breaking into vehicles/ stealing vehicles/ trespassing on private property/ passing counterfeit money,” Flomaton Police said in a statement.
FPD said Madison has a violent history.
He is described as walking with a slight limp and often wears a black hoodie pulled over his head.
Anyone with information is asked to call FPD at (251) 296-5811 or their local law enforcement agency.
Meet ‘MILO’ From The Escambia County Tax Collector, And Learn How It Will Benefit Century
December 20, 2023
The Escambia County Tax Collector brought their new Mobile Identification License Office (MILO) mobile office to Century on Tuesday.
MILO is a standalone mobile full service tax collector office with technology to provide most motorists’ needs. The mobile unit provides a convenient method to renew a driver license, obtain a replacement driver license, conversion/reciprocation of out-of-state license, change a name or address on a current driver license or identification card, and get a first-time identification card. In addition to licensing services, the mobile unit also provides an opportunity to renew or replace a vehicle registration, receive a parking placard, transfer a title, pay property taxes, and apply for a business tax receipt. Written and driving tests are not available from the MILO unit.
MILO was tested Tuesday at the Billy G. Ward Courthouse in Century.
“We built this Mobile Identification License Office to be able to serve Century residents more frequently,” Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford said.
Future MILO visits to Century will be announced in advance on NorthEscambia.com.
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Escambia Schools Look To Hire More Campus Security Officers
December 20, 2023
Escambia County Public Schools (ECPS) has announced it is hiring additional Campus Security Officers to begin training in April of 2024.
“Campus Security Officers are ECPS employees trained by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office whose sole mission is to protect students and staff in our public schools across Escambia County,” said ECPS Protection Services Director Kyle Kinser. “All personnel are put through rigorous screening.”
Ideal candidates should have prior law enforcement or military experience and must have a passion for working with children.
Successful applicants will go through an extensive training curriculum with the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office that prepares them to safeguard our schools. Candidates will be paid throughout their training and will be hired as a Campus Security Officer upon successful completion of training. The position is currently posted and any interested applicant should apply immediately, as the screening process is extensive.
Selected candidates begin with a starting salary of $33,642 for 10 months of employment. Once the training process has been completed, candidates are eligible for a variety of benefits.
Wednesday Is An Early Release Day To Begin Christmas Break For Escambia Schools
December 20, 2023
Wednesday, December 20, is an early release day for public school students in Escambia County as Christmas break begins.
All schools will serve breakfast and lunch to students on the early release day. Regular modes of student transportation will be provided.
Early release days provide teachers and staff regular opportunities for professional development.
For additional information, contact your child’s school.
Ninth Red Bulb Placed on County Wreath During ‘Keep the Wreath Green’
December 20, 2023
Escambia County Fire Rescue has placed the ninth red bulb on the county wreath following a residential structure fire late Monday evening.
At 11:18 p.m. on Monday, ECFR units responded to a residential structure fire at the 700 block of Decatur Avenue. Upon arrival, the back half of the home was showing flames and heavy smoke. Assistance was requested from NAS Pensacola’s Truck 34 due to the significance of the fire. Crews were able to bring the situation under control by 12:15 a.m. Tuesday. While there were no injuries or fatalities, the home experienced significant damage to the rear addition and attic, causing the occupants to be displaced. ECFR conducted the investigation and determined an electrical issue caused the fire.
The “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign is a collaborative initiative with the City of Pensacola to promote fire safety during the month of December. During the month-long campaign, five-foot wreaths are on display at 21 county fire stations and five city fire stations, as well as Escambia County’s Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building and Pensacola City Hall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in a residential home.
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Nancy Mae Martin
December 20, 2023
Mrs. Nancy Mae Martin, 73, of Atmore, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023. She was a native of Flomaton, Alabama and resident of Atmore for most of her life.
She enjoyed fishing, sitting with the elderly, raising kids and yard youngins. Always enjoyed riding and sightseeing, traveling to various destinations. Flowers was something she greatly enjoyed seeing. Spending time with family and friends was the utmost importance to her. Her favorite pastime was watching soap operas and the hallmark channel.
Mrs. Martin is preceded in death by her parents Dan Elijah and Georgia Mae Peacock Lambeth; 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years Terry Martin of Atmore, Alabama; son Wayne (Rhonda) Martin of Atmore, Alabama; 2 daughters, Terri Martin of Atmore, Alabama, and Regina Martin of Atmore, Alabama; yard youngin Amanda (Brent) Godwin of Atmore, Alabama; 3 brothers, Claude Lambeth of Satsuma, Alabama, Joe (Mary) Lambeth of Brewton, Alabama, George (Debra) Lambeth of Little Rock, Alabama; 1 sister, Frances McMillian of Little Rock, Alabama; 4 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held Sunday, December 24, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Petty- Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC with Reverend J P Lambeth officiating.
Burial will follow at Travelers Rest Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Sunday, December 24, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Anthony Hadley, Tommy Pickern, Brad Adams, Brent Godwin, Jeremy Clifton, and Nicholas Martin.
Honorary Pallbearers Nieces and Nephews.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements.
Harrison Dewayne Glass
December 20, 2023
Harrison Dewayne Glass, age 55, of Brewton, AL passed away on December 19, 2023 in Mobile, AL. He was born on January 4, 1968 in Atmore, AL to Leslie O. and Luverta Lewis Glass. He was a machine operator with Georgia Pacific for over 28 years before retiring in 2021. He cherished his family and enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and helping his brother with the sawmill. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Betty Glass Loop.
He is survived by his wife, Elicia Brooke Grice Glass; his daughter, Elizabeth Glass (Cameron) McCall of Brewton, AL; his granddaughter, Berkleigh McCall; his siblings: Brenda (Wayne) Bell, Diane (Ronnie) Byrd, Rusty (Janet) Glass, David (Anita) Glass, Susanne Glass, Roberta Strickland, Barbara Ann Dickson and Jean Sanspree along with numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tony Richburg officiating. Interment will follow in New Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery in Barnett Crossroads, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Chris Hawsey, Labarron Dees, Charlie Blunt, Gerald Bell, Melvin Byrd and Ron Wadkins. Visitation will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 from 12 Noon until service time at 1:00
p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.