Northview Lady Chiefs Hold ‘Gold Digger’ Game For Childhood Cancer
September 19, 2019
The Northview Chiefs volleyball team held their annual Gold Digger game, defeating W.S. Neal. The Gold Digger game is Northview’s annual fundraiser game for the American Childhood Cancer Association.
The Lady Chiefs also recognized the participants in their youth volleyball clinic.
While the volleyball district tournament is weeks ago, the Gold Digger event was the last home game for the Lady Chiefs. They will be on the road the remainder of the season.
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Kingsfield Students Go Geocaching, Blast To The Moon And Learn About The Environment
September 19, 2019
Fifth grade students from Kingsfield Elementary School took part in science programs at the Roy Hyatt Environmental Center in Cantonment this week.
Students took part in a geocaching adventure in search of caches filled with science treasures on Monday.
Tuesday, students blasted off into space while participating in a planetarium program. They also learned about the water cycle, weathering erosion and deposition, and water pollution in an environmental program.
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Escambia Youth Commission Holds First Meeting
September 19, 2019
The first meeting of the Escambia County Youth Commission was held this week.
The Youth Commission gives five outstanding youths the opportunity to learn more about civics and local government through firsthand experience. For the next eight months, they will be able to tour the county’s many facilities, attend board meetings, and see issues the county faces each day.
Youth Commission members are:
- Maggie Brown, Tate High School junior
- Mallory Bell, Escambia High School sophomore
- Amelia Myers, Pensacola HS IB sophomore
- Trinity Kyles, Pensacola High School sophomore
- Claire Jimenez, Pensacola Catholic High School junior
Sponsored by the Escambia County Board of Commissioners, the Escambia County Youth Commission is a leadership and service-oriented program that empowers young people to become knowledgeable and involved in the local governmental process.
Century Now Accepting Applications For A City Manager
September 19, 2019
The Town of Century is now accepting applications for a city manager.
The town describes the ideal candidate as “qualified and highly motivated”, and requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field, plus five years of experience in local government administration of a senior management position.
The salary is listed as negotiable based upon experience, and the application period ends November 1.
The city manager will serve as the chief executive officer of the town, be responsible for the management of day-to-day operations, attend all town council meetings and supervise all departments, according to the job description.
The town council voter earlier this month to hire a city manager to run daily operations while naming consultant Buz Eddy as interim town manager until a permanent hire is made. Eddy said he will not be applying for the permanent position.
Eddy’s new title of interim city manager is the same independent contractor basis that he he’s worked under since July 29. In August, the council authorized up to $5,000 to pay him at $35 an hour for his services.
Eddy was city manager of Gulf Breeze from 1992-2017.
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FWC Law Enforcement Report
September 19, 2019
The Florida FWC Division of Law Enforcement reported the following activity during the period ending August 29 in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
ESCAMBIA COUNTY
Officer Allgood conducted an inspection on a vessel returning to the Pensacola Pass. The subject claimed he had caught two “Jacks” but did not know what type they were. Officer Allgood inspected his catch and found two undersized greater amberjack. The individual was cited for the violation.
Officer Specialist McHenry received a complaint that an individual fishing at the Bob Sikes Bridge was in possession of an oversized red drum. Officer Specialist McHenry responded to the area and found the subject in possession of a 35-inch red drum. The size limit on a red drum is from 18 to 27 inches. Officer Specialist McHenry also noticed the individual was impaired and requested Officer Specialist Ramos to assist. After a brief investigation, it was discovered that the individual was in possession of crack cocaine. Officer Specialist McHenry arrested the individual and transported him to the Escambia County Jail. He was cited for possession of crack cocaine and possession of an oversized red drum.
SANTA ROSA COUNTY
No report was received for Santa Rosa County.
This report represents some events the FWC handled during the time period; however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. Information provided by FWC.
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Boil Water Notice Issued For Part Of Cottage Hill After Water Main Break
September 18, 2019
UPDATE: THiS BOIL WATER NOTICE HAS BEEN RESCINDED.
A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for Highway 95A from Williams Ditch Road to Eden Lane, and Neal Road to Phalrose Lane.
A water main at Neal Road and Highway 95A was breached by a gas company, according to Cottage Hill Water Works.
The water main has been repaired but as a precaution Cottage Hill Water Works advises that all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient, or as an alternative bottled water may be used.
This precautionary boil water notice will remain in effect until a bacteriological survey shows that the water is safe to drink.
If you have any questions you may contact the office at (850) 968-5485.
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Two Injured After Crashing Into A Tree In Walnut Hill
September 18, 2019
Two people were injured in a single vehicle wreck Tuesday night in Walnut Hill.
Two people were trapped in their Lincoln Navigator after they struck a tree on North Cypress Street just after 7 p.m.. The passenger was airlifted to a Pensacola hospital by LifeFlight helicopter in serious condition, and the driver was taken to the hospital by Escambia County EMS.
The Florida Highway Patrol in investigating and has not released further details.
The Walnut Hill and McDavid stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Atmore Fire Department and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded.
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Motorcycle, Pickup Collide On Highway 97 In Walnut Hill
September 18, 2019
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a collision with a pickup truck Tuesday night on Highway 97 in Walnut Hill.
The crash happened about 8:20 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 97 and Pine Forest Road. The motorcycle collided with the front right corner of the Ford F250. The motorcycle and rider came to rest off the roadway in the ditch.
The motorcyclist was airlifted to a Pensacola hospital by Medstar AirCare 2 helicopter. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured in the crash that closed Highway 97 for over an hour.
The Florida Highway Patrol has not released additional information as they continue their investigation.
Escambia County EMS and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded.
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Northview Graphics Arts Academy Makes Presentation To The Escambia School Board
September 18, 2019
The Northview High School Graphic Arts Academy made a presentation before the Escambia County School Board Tuesday night.
Students explained that they are able to earn industry certifications in the program, and they will also have the chance to learn outside the classroom with field trips to a local t-shirt and sublimation companies later this school year. They also showed board members some of the graphic creations, including t-shirts and sports banners.
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Haas Center: UWF Football Generates $9.7 Million In Economic Impact
September 18, 2019
An economic impact analysis completed by the University of West Florida’s Haas Center shows the 2018 football season generated an estimated $9.7 million in sales in Escambia County.
The Haas Center used various inputs, including ticket, concessions and merchandise sales information from UWF Athletics, student spending and other data in its calculations. Nearly half of the economic impact resulted from more than 13,000 visitors to the area and their spending on retail, restaurants, bars, accommodations and other items.
“The results of the report will be invaluable in helping the University administration improve the game day experience for visitors and attract and retain sponsors,” said Dave Scott, UWF athletic director. ‘This truly shows the value that UWF Football has on the community and the campus as a whole.”
UWF football’s economic impact was associated with $6.1 million in value added to the economy, supporting 94 jobs and generating approximately $4.6 million in personal income. The study completed by the Haas Center also details information about out-of-town visitors who attended home games. An estimated 55% stayed in Pensacola overnight, with 33% staying in paid accommodations such as hotels or condos. The majority stayed in downtown Pensacola, where they accounted for approximately $1.2 million in sales.
“The report’s initial goals were to illustrate to key stakeholders the economic value of the program, the games and its visitors,” said Amy Newburn, director of market research for the Haas Center. “It also highlights key qualitative measures, like game experience or recommending an Argo game to a friend, that show how much the community enjoys the presence of UWF football in downtown Pensacola.”
UWF will host the Virginia University of Lynchburg in its 2019 football home season opener at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 at Blue Wahoos Stadium. The Argos will host five home football games this season.