Flomaton Dominates Escambia County High 24-0 (With Photo Gallery)
September 28, 2019
The Flomaton Hurricanes dominated the Escambia County Blue Devils 24-0 Friday night in Flomaton.
“It was total domination from start to finish,” Flomaton head coach Doug Vickery said the homecoming win for the Hurricanes.
“Defensively, what a game plan. For our coaches and our players to put that game plan in, zero points on that bunch. They’re a great football team, they do. Domination, start to finish.”
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Daquan “Money” Johnson cashed in with three touchdowns for the defending 3A state champion Hurricanes.
But those championship rings did not mean a thing headed into Friday night’s contest, according to Vickery.
“I know we are ranked; that doesn’t mean nothing, We need to be ranked No. 1 at the end of the season,” he said. “This bunch is the best bunch I’ve ever seen as far as being diligent, sticking to the plan, having effort and discipline. We did all those little things tonight.”
“We made a few crazy plays in the game, but that was just a great effort by our guys. I thought it was a total domination against a good 4A team. This is the biggest win of our season so far. We take it in one game at a time. We’re going to be back at Auburn this year. You can write it down.”
The Blue Devils had one touchdown, but it was called back due to holding. ECHS isnow 3-2 on the season and will be in their house next Friday night for Homecoming.
Flomaton (5-0) will travel to Bayside Academy in Daphne next Friday night.
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Northview Wins In Panama City (With Photo Gallery)
September 28, 2019
The Northview Chiefs hit the road Friday night to Panama City and defeated North Bay Haven 36-25.
The North Bay Haven Buccaneers held a 13-0 lead over the Chiefs before Jamarcus Jefferson punched in for a few yards out and his first ever touchdown for Northview after being called up to make it 13-8.
Later in the second quarter quarterback Ben Wilson found Logan Bryan for a 65-yard Chiefs’ touchdown. Another two point conversion and the Chiefs were on top 16 Trent Peebles had jut over 200 yards on the night and couple of touchdowns of his own, and Aunterio Minor scored on a 70-yard kickoff return.
The Northview Chiefs (3-2) will be back in Bratt next Friday night for homecoming and their last home game of the season. Homecoming festivities begin a 6 p.m., and the kickoff against Walton (3-4) is at 7 p.m.
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Photos by Lexie Kittrell for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photo Gallery: Flomaton Homecoming Parade
September 28, 2019
The Flomaton Hurricanes held their annual Homecoming Parade Friday afternoon.
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Friday Night High School Football Finals
September 27, 2019
Here are Friday night’s high school finals from around the North Escambia area:
FLORIDA
- Northview 36, North Bay Haven 25
- Baker 41, Jay 13
- Escambia 22, Milton 15
- Pine Forest 60, Pensacola High 0
- Niceville 20, Navarre 7
- Washington 33, Pace 7
- Choctaw 44, West Florida 28
- Tate – Open
- Gulf Breeze – Open
- Catholic – Open
ALABAMA
- Flomaton 24, Escambia County (Atmore) 0
- Escambia Academy 35, Patrician 7
- T.R. Miller 31, Hillcrest 21
- W.S. Neal – Open
Pictured: The Flomaton Hurricanes beat the Escambia County Blue Devils Friday night. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Mistakes May Force Century To Try Again To Approve Property Tax Increase
September 27, 2019
Due to several oversights or mistakes, the Town of Century may be forced to try again to approve their property tax rate for the fiscal year that begins October 1.
Last Monday night, the town council approved a millage rate of .9204, which is about 10% greater than the rolled-back rate of .8361.
The levy of property taxes in Florida are governed by the Truth In Millage (TRIM) Act that dictates numerous steps that must be strictly followed. Improper steps can result in all state revenue being withheld for the fiscal year.
After NorthEscambia.com became aware of several possible violations of the TRIM statutes, we reached out to Interim City Manager Buz Eddy with the concerns earlier this week. Town staff contacted the Florida Department of Revenue (FDOR).
The concerns included:
- The tax increase was approved by the Century council at a meeting on Monday, September 23 . That was the same day the Escambia County Commission held their final budget meeting, but Florida law states “the hearing dates scheduled by the county commission and school board shall not be utilized by any other taxing authority within the county for its public hearings.”
- A “Notice of Proposed Tax Increase” noticed published in the Tri-City Ledger incorrectly listed two different proposed tax levy amounts.
- The “Notice of Proposed Tax Increase” newspaper ad was the missing the statement “A FINAL DECISION on the proposed tax increase and the budget will be made at this hearing” as required by the FDOR.
In addition, the town discovered in conversation with the Florida Department of Revenue that they may be required to hold another meeting since there were only three council members in attendance at the meeting last Monday, according to Eddy.
“We may need to readvertise and hold another meeting since there were only 3 council members in attendance,” Eddy wrote in an email to council members and NorthEcambia.com “We were advised by Mr. (Wyatt) Peters (FDOR) that we should submit our documents to his office for review. He will comment and advise as to other action that needs to be taken.”
“We are following up and we will let you know what adjustments are required,” Eddy concluded.
Pictured: Century council members Ann Brooks (left) and Sandra McMurray-Jackson await the arrival of councilman Luis Gomez in order to conduct a budget hearing Monday night. Gomez was running only about threes minutes late, and the council proceeded with three of five members at the table. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Escambia Farm Family Of The Year, Other Awards Presented
September 27, 2019
Scott and Alyssa Walker of Oak Grove were recognized as the 2019 Escambia County Farm Family during the annual Escambia County Farm Bureau meeting Thursday night at Molino Park Elementary School
Brett and Heath Ward received the “This Farm Cares” recognition for their use of best management practices on their cotton, peanut, corn and cattle farm.
Escambia County Farm Bureau Federation administrative assistant Katrina Sanford was recognized for outstanding contributions to rural Escambia county. She works in the Farm Bureau’s Molino Office.
Pictured top: The Scott and Alyssa Walker family, named the Pictured below: Brett Ward (far left) and Heath Ward (far right) receive the This Farm Cares recognition. Pictured bottom: Katrina Sanford. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fire Destroys Mobile Home
September 27, 2019
Fire destroyed a mobile home in Cantonment Thursday evening.
One person reportedly suffered minor injuries in the blaze in the 600 block of Old Novak Road.
The cause of the fire was under investigation.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Florida Forest Service Urges Caution As Dry Conditions Elevate Wildfire Threat
September 27, 2019
The Florida Forest Service is urging Floridians to exercise caution as record high temperatures and dry conditions are expected to continue throughout the state, elevating the fire danger level.
“Florida’s dry conditions and high temperatures pose elevated wildfire threats throughout the state. I encourage all Floridians and visitors to be vigilant and cautious with all outdoor fire,” said Commissioner Nikki Fried. “When citizens exercise caution, they’re doing more than just protecting themselves and their property – they’re helping protect the lives of Florida’s wildland firefighters and first responders.”
While lightning is one of the leading causes of wildfires in Florida, most of the wildfires this year have been human-caused and many were caused by escaped yard debris burning.
The Florida Forest Service is urging the public to avoid yard debris burning due to the elevated fire threat and to use extreme caution when using fire outdoors, including campfires and grills. The following are recommendations to minimize the threat of wildfires:
- Never burn on dry, windy days;
- Never leave a fire or outdoor heat source unattended;
- Keep a water source and a shovel or suppression tool on-hand;
- Completely extinguish any fire before leaving it;
- Avoid parking over dry, grassy areas;
- Ensure chainsaws, off-highway vehicles, and motorcycles have spark arrestors.
Since January, the Florida Forest Service has battled 1,475 wildfires that have burned 89,105 acres.
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Reminder: Crews To Replace Highway 29 Railroad Crossing In Cantonment This Weekend
September 27, 2019
Crews will replace the Highway 29 railroad crossing at International Paper in Cantonment this weekend, and that will lead to traffic delays.
North and southbound Highway traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction south of Muscogee Road in Cantonment from 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 to 6 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30 as crews replace the CSX railroad crossing. During the crossing work, crews will stop traffic in two intervals for approximately 15 minutes to move the new rails into place.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Pictured: This railroad crossing on Highway 29 in Cantonment will be replaced this weekend. NorthEscambia.com photo by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
JV Football: Baker Tops Northview (With Photo Gallery)
September 27, 2019
The Baker Gators defeated the Northview Chiefs 52-12 in Thursday night junior varsity play.
The JV Chiefs will head north to Escambia County High School in Atmore Monday.
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