Troopers Say Semi Driver Fell Asleep Causing Crash That Block I-10 For Hours
November 21, 2024
A four-vehicle crash involving two semi-trucks Wednesday in Escambia County is being blamed on a truck driver that says he fell asleep.
The crash happened on I-10 westbound near Pine Forest Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol said a semi overturned. The driver – a 46-year-old Sacramento man, told troopers that he stated that he thought he fell asleep and went off the roadway. The front tires entered the grassy median, which caused the truck hauling 37,000 pounds of cranberry juice to roll onto its passenger side. As the truck left the roadway, it collided with a four-door sedan driven by a 93-year-old Pensacola man. His sedan collided a car driven by a 47-year-old Milton woman. A semi drive by a 34-year-old Hattiesburg woman then jackknifed while attempting to avoid the collisions.
None of the drivers were injured.
The crash blocked all westbound lanes for about two hours.
Free Dental, Vision and Medical Care Available At Weekend Clinic
November 21, 2024
Remote Area Medical (RAM) is offering a free, comprehensive healthcare clinic at Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds this Saturday and Sunday. The clinic will provide dental, vision, and medical care to those who might otherwise
go without these essential services.
RAM’s clinics seek to be a lifeline for underserved communities, offering free dental cleanings, dental fillings, dental extractions, dental X-rays, eye exams, eye health exams, eyeglass prescriptions, eyeglasses made on-site, women’s health exams, and general medical exams. By bringing healthcare directly to those in need, RAM seeks to remove the barriers of cost and distance that often prevent people from seeking care.
The clinic in Pensacola is open to anyone in need, with no insurance and no ID required. RAM encourages anyone who could benefit from these services to attend and receive the care they deserve. The parking lot will open no later than 11:59 p.m on Friday night, Nov. 23-24 and remain open for the duration of the clinic. Once in the parking lot, patients will receive additional information regarding clinic processes and next steps. Clinic doors open at 6 a.m., and services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Sunday’s clinic operations will be an abbreviated day, so patients are advised to arrive as early as possible. Due to time constraints, patients should be prepared to choose between dental and vision services, and all patients are offered general medical care.
For more information on the upcoming RAM Clinic, including how to volunteer or donate, visit wwww.ramusa.org or call (865) 579-1530.
Farm Share Food Distributions Friday In Walnut Hill, Saturday In Cantonment
November 21, 2024
(This updates a previous story to add a food distribution in Cantonment.)
Justified Incarcerated Ministries will hold Farm Share Food giveaways Friday in Walnut Hill and Saturday in Cantonment.
Walnut Hill Food Distribution
Justified Incarcerated Ministries will hold a Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on Friday, November 22 beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing while supplies last at the Walnut Hill Community Center. The Feeding the Gulf Coast distribution is sponsored by Escambia County Commissioner Steven Barry.
What: Walnut Hill Thanksgiving Food Giveaway
When: Friday, November 22 beginning at 9 a.m.
Where: Walnut Hill Community Center, 7850 Highway 97, Walnut Hill
Cantonment Food Distribution
Justified Incarcerated Ministries is hosting a Farm Share Food Giveaway in Cantonment with the Cantonment Improvement Committee on Saturday, November 23 beginning at 9 a.m. and continuing while supplies last.
What: Cantonment Food Distribution
When: Saturday, November 23 beginning at 9 a.m.
Where: Carver Park, 208 Webb Street, Cantonment
File photo. Food items may vary by location.
ECUA Elects Board Officers, Appoints Advisory Committee
November 21, 2024
At an organizational meeting this week, ECUS elected officers, chose committee members and set mewing dates for the next year.
District 1 member Vicki Campbell was elected to serve as board chairman and District 5 member Kevin Stephens was re-elected to the vice-chairmanship. District 3 members Larry Williams, Sr. was elected to the chairmanship of the Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) and District 4 member Dale Perkins was elected to serve as the CAC vice-chairman.
The Board then appointed the following citizens to serve on the CAC:
- Chuck Kimball – District 1
- Dean Kirschner – District 2
- Louis Brown, III – District 3
- George Sigler- District 4
- David Murzin - District 5
- Imelda Cromartie – at large
- Louise Ritz – at large
The ECUA board also approved the proposed schedule for its regular monthly meetings for the 2025 calendar year, which will be typically held at 3:00 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month. CAC meetings are typically held on the Tuesday of the week prior to the Board meeting, also at 3:00 p.m. The proposed schedule for the 2025 ECUA Board meetings is as follows:
- January 28
- February 25
- March 25
- April 22
- May 27
- June 24
- July 22
- August 26
- September 23
- October 28
- November 18
- December 16
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Rep. Michelle Salzman Says She’s Running For Congress After Gaetz Resignation
November 20, 2024
Florida House Rep. Michelle Salzman announced Tuesday that she is running for Congress after Maetz Gaetz resigned last week.
“I am making my intentions to run for Congress by filing today I want to do what is best for our country and helping President Trump with the Make America Great Again Agenda,” Salzman said.
Last Wednesday, President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his pick to serve as U.S. Attorney General, and Gaetz resigned from Congress hours later.
A special election will be held for Gaetz’s seat; a date for the election has not yet been set.
Under Florida’s “resign-to-run” law, Republican Salzman must resign her position irrevocably in writing at least 10 days before the first day of qualifying or before any successor for her current position takes office.
Escambia County Supervisor of Elections said Tuesday that he hopes a special election for Salzman’s seat, if she runs, could be held in conjunction with the special election for Gaetz’s seat.
New Long-Term Parking Opens At Pensacola Airport
November 20, 2024
Beginning today, Pensacola International Airport will have a new long-term parking lot to serve its burgeoning passenger demand. The new lot is located on Tippin Avenue, is fully paved and lighted, offers 435 parking spaces, two bus shelters and 14 EV charging stations to accommodate guests with electric vehicles. Shuttle service will be provided.
Rates at this lot will be $2 per hour up to a maximum of $9 per day.
“As we continue to break new passenger records almost daily, this new state of the art parking facility will help increase our capacity to maintain the FlyEasy experience” said Matt Coughlin, executive director of the airport.
New Tax Collector Brentwood Office Opens, Replacing Marcus Pointe Location
November 20, 2024
The new Escambia County Tax Collector Brentwood location opened Tuesday, replacing the now-closed Marcus Pointe location.
The new Brentwood office is at 5045 North Palafox Street. Tax Collector Scott Lunsford said the Brentwood office will provide the same services as the Marcus Pointe office, with significant enhancements and modernized facilities designed to improve efficiency and customer experience. Driving tests will be offered on a walk-in basis only beginning Thursday, November 21.
Pictured: The new Escambia County Tax Collector Brentwood office that will open on November 19. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Northview Chiefs Boys, Girls Sweep Atmore Christian (With Gallery)
November 20, 2024
The Northview Chiefs swept two from Atmore Christian School Tuesday night in Bratt.
The Northview boys defeated Atmore Christian 55-42, while the Chiefs girls beat ACS 53-8.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Up next, Northview will hot Pensacola Christian Academy Thursday — girls at 5:03 p.m. followed by boys action.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Tate’s Jordan Smith Signs With New College Of Florida
November 20, 2024
Tate High School’s Jordan Smith has signed to play softball for New College of Florida.
Smith is four-year starter for Tate varsity softball and has been on the Tate golf team for three years. She has a 4.9 high school GPA and a 3.68 college GPA with 47 credit hours as a dual enrollment student at Pensacola State College. She has been dual enrolled at PSC since her junior year at Tate and is a member of the National Honor Society.
A few fun facts about Jordan Smith: She is a twin, she coached a 10u softball team recently and will graduate with her AA from PSC before she graduates high school.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Instagram Worthy Photo Op: 4-H Hay Bale Decorating Contest Winners
November 19, 2024
The results are in from the 2024 Escambia County 4-H Hay Bale Decorating Contest. And you have a chance to check out the winners (and snap a few great Instagram photos too).
First place went to the Barrineau Park 4-H Club, second place to the Perdido Bay 4-H Club, and third place to the Blockheads 4-H Club. Other entries were from the Escambia County Horse, NAS Pensacola, Discovery, Clever Clovers, Beulah, Northview, and Emerald Achievers 4-H clubs.
There is a QR code with each display — stopy by and vote for the people’s choice award.
The hay bales are on display at the corner of Stefani Road and 9 1/2 Mile Road, the first intersection south of the Escambia County Extension Service.
For photos of all of the entries, click here.
Pictured: First place went to the Barrineau Park 4-H Club (top), second place to the Perdido Bay 4-H Club (first below) and third place to the Blockheads 4-H Club (third below). Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
