Sunny And Hot; Most Areas Will Remain Dry
August 6, 2024
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 96. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Wednesday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. North wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 94. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. North wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 94.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 73.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 92.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70.
Updated: Escambia School Orientations Begin Wednesday
August 6, 2024
Updated: The Escambia County School District provided erroneous information to us on school orientation dates and times for several middle schools. We have updated times and dates as below for middle schools, according to school websites or social media. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the district’s misinformation.
Orientations for public schools in Escambia County begin on Wednesday.
The first day of school in Escambia County is Monday, August 12.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Escambia County elementary schools will hold orientations on Wednesday, August 7 at 9 .m. At most schools, students will be able to meet their teachers, drop off supplies and see their classrooms.
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Sixth grade and new student orientations:
Ransom Middle — Wednesday, August 7 — 10 a.m. – noon
Ernest Ward — Thursday, August 8 — 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Beulah — Thursday, August 8 — 10 a.m. – noon
Bailey — Wednesday, August 7 — 1-2:30 p.m
Bellview — Thursday, August 8 — 1-2:30 p.m.
Brown-Barge — Friday, August 9 — 10 a.m. – noon
Ferry Pass — Wednesday, August 7 — 1-2:30 p.m.
Workman — Wednesday, August 7 — 10-11:30 a.m.
HIGH SCHOOLS
Ninth grade and new student orientations:
Northview — Thursday, August 8 — 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Tate — Thursday, August 8 — 1 – 3 p.m.
West Florida — Saturday, August 10 — 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Pine Forest — Saturday, August 10 — 9 a.m. – noon
Pensacola — Tuesday, August 6 — 9 a.m.
Washington — Monday, August 5 — 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Escambia — (Was held Thursday, August 1)
Orientation dates and times provided by the Escambia County School District.
Amateur Radio Operators In Escambia County Provide Assistance During Hurricane Debby
August 6, 2024
As Hurricane Debby impacted the Big Bend area of Florida Monday, the Five Flags Amateur Radio Association stood by ready to offer emergency communication services from the Escambia County Public Safety facility on W Street.
The group maintained constant with other emergency ham operators in Tallahassee and Jacksonville. Ham operators have the distinct ability to establish emergency communications without outside assistance.
Escambia County said their role is crucial during an emergency response due to their abilities to maintain constant communication when other services are lost.
The team planned to remain on-air until assistance was no longer needed.
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NWE Football Needs More Players Ages 5 Or 6; Registration Is Free
August 6, 2024
NWE Football in Walnut Hill needs a few more football players ages 5 or 6.
NWE is offering free registration for the five who want to play.
For more information, contact NWE Football on Facebook.
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Shed Fire Was Caused By Lightning, ECFR Says
August 6, 2024
A lightning strike has been determined to be the cause of a shed fire north of East Kingsfield Road Saturday night.
The Cantonment and Ensley stations of Escambia County Fire Rescue were dispatched to the fire in the 1400 block of Templemore Drive about 7 p.m.
They arrived to find the shed engulfed in flames in the backyard of a home. The fire was brought under control in minutes, and firefighters were able to prevent the fire from spreading to another structure.
ECFR conducted the investigation and determined the fire was caused by a lightning strike.
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ECSO Deputy Fired After Arrest On Child Neglect, Abuse Charges
August 6, 2024
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An Escambia County Sheriff’s deputy was fired after he was arrested on child cruelty charges.
Christopher George Turney, 40, was charged with child abuse without great bodily harm, child neglect and contributing to the delinquency of a minor – parent fail to require school attendance, according to records at the Escambia County Jail.
His arrest report was not released Monday.
The ECSO said Monday that Turney, who had been a deputy for just over two years, was fired following the arrest.
He was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $17,000 bond.
Turney’s mugshot was exempt from release under Florida law (F.S.S. 119.071).
Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday Party Is Wednesday At The Molino Library
August 6, 2024
Smokey Bear is turning 80 this year, and kids of all ages are invited to a birthday celebration.
The West Florida Public Libraries and the Florida Forest Service will an 80th birthday celebration for Smokey on Wednesday beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Molino Branch Library at 6450 North Highway 95A in the Molino Community Center.
There will be lots of fun and educational activities, and Smokey is expected to make a special appearance.
The program is expected to last about an hour.
(This program will take place in lieu of the usual Family Story Time.)
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William Anthony “Tony” Day
August 6, 2024
Mr. William Anthony “Tony” Day age 70 of Old Flomaton Road in Flomaton, passed away Saturday August 3, 2024 in a Pensacola Florida hospice facility. Mr. Day was a native and life long resident of Century and was a farmer. He was a avid fisherman, hunter, loved outdoors, riding the river and loved to farm produce. Mr. Day loved Florida State Football and spending time with family and friends. He was of the Baptist Faith.
Survivors; Daughters, Valerie (Kelly) Massey of Pensacola, Fl, Julie (Bryan) Duvall of Cantonment, Sister, Lisa (Al) Ahn of Cantonment, Grandchildren, Rachel (Kyle) Rogers, Jace Dunsford, Jack Jordan, Great Grandchild, Paisley Rogers, Nephew, Jake Livingston, Niece, Samantha Smith.
Preceded in death by his parents, J.B. and Joanne Day.
Visitation will be held Thursday August 8, 2024 from 10 until 11AM service time at Flomaton Funeral Home Inc;
Funeral services for Mr. William Anthony “Tony” Day will be held Thursday August 8, 2024 at 11AM from the Chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home. Interment will follow in McCurdy Cemetery adjacent to the Happy Valley Holiness Church with FLOMATON FUNERAL HOME INC OF FLOMATON DIRECTING.
Pallbearers; Phillip Odom, Bart Taylor, Timbo Campbell, Joe Campbell, Bill Haan, Lenny Daly.
Century Woman Charged With Smuggling Meth Into County Jail
August 5, 2024
A Century woman is facing felony drug charges for allegedly taking meth into the Escambia County Jail after he arrest on a misdemeanor arrest warrant.
Sandra Lee Walston, 50, was charged with introduction of contraband into a county jail and possession of a controlled substance without a prescription.
Walston was arrested recently on Wood Street in Century on an outstanding failure to appear warrant and transported to the jail. A corrections officer found a small bag containing 0.48 grams of methamphetamine on her person when she was searched, according to an arrest report.
Walston was asked prior to being transported from Wood Street and prior to arrival at the jail if she “had anything on her that would get her into trouble, and she stated that she did not.,” the report states.
She remained in the Escambia County Jail Monday morning without bond due to the failure to appear warrant.
EREC Walnut Hill Office Closed For Renovations
August 5, 2024
The Escambia River Electric Cooperative Walnut Hill Office is temporarily closed for renovations.
Members can visit the cooperative’s Jay office for water or electric services, or call (850) 675-4521. Online bill pay is also available.
For postal services, all mail and packages can be picked up from the McDavid Post Office.
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