Esambia Public Schools To Host Community ‘Podcastapalooza’ Event On Saturday
February 28, 2024
Escambia County Public Schools will hold its inaugural ‘Podcastapalooza’ event at Washington High School this Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Based upon its ‘Voices United In Education’ podcast series, ECPS is inviting the public to learn more about the various resources, agencies and opportunities available to area families.
Guests will have the opportunity to browse vendor booths, each associated with a podcast episode. Families will receive information on scholarships, free tutoring, after care programs, tools for students, balancing out screen time, and a sea of other helpful ideas and resources.
Additionally, Animal Tales will give a live presentation complete with various animals and audience participation.
One lucky guest will win a $250 Amazon gift card! Everyone will pick up fun prizes and great tips on how to help their child succeed in school.
Booker T. Washington High School is located at 6000 College Parkway in Pensacola.
Molino Man Accused Of Battery Against Two After Allegedly Asking For Drug Money
February 28, 2024
A Molino man is accused of battery against two people after he was allegedly rejected when asking for drug money.
Josie Lee Smith, 28, was charged with battery domestic violence and battery.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to Cedartown Road where Smith allegedly attacked an adult relative and an adult female that is not a relative. One victim told deputies that Smith is “bad off” on drugs and Smith physically attacked the victim after he refused to provide money for drugs. He also punched the female in the ribs and left the home, according to an arrest report.
Smith was booked into the Escambia County Jail without bond; his bond was revoked in pending burglary case.
Northview Softball, JV Baseball Defeat Flomaton, ‘Canes Varsity Tops NHS
February 28, 2024
Here are softball and baseball recaps from Monday night:
BASEBALL
Flomaton 6, Northview 0 (Varsity)
The Flomaton Hurricanes got past Northview 6-0 Tuesday night in Flomaton.
Flomaton’s Sessions surrendered one hit and no runs while striking out 13 and walking none.
Northview’s Grady Sheffield gave up five hits and six runs in six innings, striking out sven and walking three.
Phillips went 2-2 For the ‘Canes. Tieppo, Alaniz and Newton had one hit each.
Sheffield went 1-3 for the Chiefs.
The Chiefs will host J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Flomaton will travel to Jay at 6:30 P.m. Thursday.
Northview 11, Flomaton 2, (JV)
The Northview junior varsity Chiefs defeated Flomon 11-2 in Flomaton.
Taylor Curtis started on the mound for the JV Chiefs, allowing two hits and two runs in four innings while striking out seven and walking two. Gage Harrison pitched an inning in relief for NHS, giving up no hits, striking out two and walking one.
Flomaton’s Fowler gave up nine hits and 11 runs, five of them earned, in five innings, recording two strikeouts and four walks.
Fore and Lee each had a hit for Flomaton.
Nate Jone and Tyler Gilmore had two hits each for Northview. Harrison, Brayden Gindl, Kobi Fiorenti, Luke Chavers, and Will Strawbridge, added one hit apiece.
The JV Chiefs will host J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, Thursday at 4 p.m.
SOFTBALL
Northview 16, Flomaton 1 (Varsity)
The Northview Lady Chiefs rolled past the Flomaton Hurricanes 16-1 Thursday night in Flomaton.
Jamison Gilman opened in the circle for the Lady Chiefs, giving up no hits and no runs in three innings while striking out seven and walking none. Avery Stuckey closed in relief for Northview, surrendering three hits and one run while recording two strikeouts and one walk in three.
Flomaton’s EG Fuqua allowed eight hits and eight runs in four innings, stiking out one and walking three. Bentley Edwards pitched two innings for the ‘Canes, giving up four hits and six runs while striking out one and walking one.
Kylee Landham had a triple in the third, a double in the sixth and single in the fourth for the Chiefs. Gilman, Chloe Ragsdale, and Mikayla McAnnally each added two hits while Stuckey, Rylie Books,, Makayla Golson, Keeli Knighten and Mayson Edwards had one.
Karrie Cuts, Kailee Herndon and Rylee Rogers each had a hit for Flomaton..
The Lady Chiefs will next play in a tournament Friday and Saturday in Panama City. Flomaton will be at J.U.Blacksher at 6 p.m. Thursday.
No Injuries When Driver Goes Off Enon Bridge Into Creek
February 27, 2024
A driver was not injured when their vehicle ran off a North Escambia bridge into about 15 feet of water in Boggy Creek Monday evening.
The driver of a Mitsubishi Galant was reportedly westbound on Highway 97A in Enon when he went off a bridge near Dan Hall Road, about eight miles southwest of Walnut Hill.
The driver was able to escape the sinking vehicle.
Divers from Escambia Search and Rescue responded to ensure that there was no one else in the vehicle and to assist with placing a tow strap.
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The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded.
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Northview Walks Off With Big Win Over J.U. Blacksher (With Photo Gallery)
February 27, 2024
The Northview Chiefs walked off run-rule winners Monday night in Bratt defeating J.U. Blacksher of Uriah, Alabama, 15-4 on Kylee Langham’s game-winning triple in the fifth inning.
Avery Stuckey had a grand slam for the Lady Chiefs in the bottom of the second.
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The Chiefs improved to 2-0 on the young season with the win.
Jamison Gilmon earned the win with five innings in the circle for the Chiefs. She gave up four hits and three unearned runs, striking out five and walking four.
Gilman went 3-4 and Makayla Golson was 2-3 for the Lady Chiefs.
In other Monday action, J.U. Blacksher junior varsity defeated Northview JV 3-22 .
Pictured top: The Northview Lady Chiefs celebrate a grand slam homer by #48 Avery Stuckey. Pictured first below: Stuckey hits her bomb. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Tate Boys Tennis Defeats WFHS
February 27, 2024
The Tate Aggies boys tennis team defeated West Florida 6-1 Monday.
Up next, Tate tennis will host Escambia on Thursday.
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America’s Cup Challenger American Magic To Call Pensacola Home
February 27, 2024
American Magic, the U.S. challenger for the 37th America’s Cup, will now call Escambia County home.
American Magic has secured a lease agreement with the City of Pensacola to establish a high-performance sailing center at the Port of Pensacola. This cutting-edge facility will serve as its headquarters for designing, building, hosting regattas, and developing the current and next generation of America’s Cup, Olympic, and International sailors.
“This partnership with the City of Pensacola is an extraordinary opportunity for American Magic to amplify its commitment to sailing excellence,” said Terry Hutchinson, Skipper, and President of Sailing Operations for American Magic. “We are excited to build our headquarters in Pensacola and to contribute to the thriving community. Pensacola Bay offers the perfect natural amphitheater to host sailing races from America’s Cup and Olympic Classes to Junior Sailing.”
Encompassing over 63,000 square feet, the facility will provide American Magic with the infrastructure necessary to support all facets of its operations, including boat storage, maintenance, and repair, as well as state-of-the-art office and training amenities.
The $291,000 a year lease for the next 10 years has an option to extend for an additional 10 years.
Learn How To Do Business With Escambia County At Upcoming Workshop
February 27, 2024
The Escambia County Office of Purchasing will host a free “How to do Business with Escambia County” workshop Monday, March 25, from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. Desoto St. The event is open to current and prospective vendors interested in learning more about the county’s procurement process. One or more Escambia County Commissioners may be in attendance.
During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with the purchasing team, gain valuable insights into the department’s small business initiative, and enhance their understanding of the procurement process. Attendees will also receive an overview on OpenGov, the county’s electronic bid system, and learn how to navigate vendor submissions and stay informed about upcoming projects. Purchasing staff members will be available to answer any questions attendees may have. In addition, District 3 Commissioner Lumon May will be the guest speaker discussing Escambia County’s commitment to working with small, diverse and local businesses.
Registration is free, but attendees are encouraged to register prior to the event. Register here via Eventbrite.
For questions or more information, contact the Office of Purchasing at 850-595-4980 or email purchasing@myescambia.com.
Power Cut Off For For Hours For 2,069 EREC Customers In Oak Grove, Walnut Hill, Enon, Barrineau Park, Molino, Bogia
February 26, 2024
Nearly 2,100 Escambia River Electric Cooperative customers in the Oak Gove, Walnut Hill, Enon, Barrineau Park, Bogia and Molino areas lost power at 10:57 p.m. Monday for scheduled maintenanc. The work and outage were expected to be complete by 2 a.m.
EREC said their supplier, PowerSouth, requested the outage to perform maintenance on the transmission line serving the Oak Grove substation.
The outage impactcted all EREC customers in the area served by the Oak Grove substation on Highway 99A.
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Firefighters Battle Nokomis Wildfire, Respond To Kathleen Avenue Wildfire
February 26, 2024
Firefighters worked for several hours Monday to contain a wildfire near Nokomis in Escambia County, Florida, and responded to an unrelated wildfire on Kathleen Avenue in Cantonment
Nokomis Wildfire
The fire reportedly began as a 200 acre control burn that got out of hand about 9:50 a.m. in the 7800 block of Nokomis Road, near Albritton Road. The area
The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia (FL) Fire Rescue, the Atmore Fire Department and the Florida Forest Service responded.
Officials said residual smoke from the blaze is expected to remain into the afternoon. There was no structural damage reported, and no injuries.
Kathleen Avenue Wildfire
Escambia County Fire Rescue responded to a reported wildfire in the 1500 block of Kathleen Avenue in Cantonment about 1:50 p.m.
Early reports indicated the fire was spreading toward a wooded area. The Florida Forest Service responded with a bulldozer to help contain the fire.
More details will be posted when available.
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