North Escambia Area Traffic Crashes Under Investigation
December 29, 2018
The Florida Highway Patrol is investing two North Escambia area traffic crashes on Friday.
At least one person was injured in a crash about 3:15 p.m. on Highway 29 near the Canoe Creek bridge, just north of Roach Road. Further details have not been released by the Florida Highway Patrol.
No one was injured in a single vehicle rollover crash Friday night about 7:45 p.m. on County Road 97 near Piney Lane.
Both wrecks remain under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. Additional information has not been made available.
Pictured: A single vehicle rollover crash Friday night about 7:45 p.m. on County Road 97 near Piney Lane. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
High School Boy’s Basketball Roundup
December 29, 2018
Tate 69, West Forsythe (GA) 62 — Love Bettis led the Aggies with 44 points.
Huntington Central (NJ) 69, Tate 43
Pensacola Catholic 78, Northview 37
Escambia County (Atmore) 54, Monroe County — ECHS wins tournament
Morning Storm Causes Minor Wind Damage In Cottage Hill
December 28, 2018
A Friday morning storm left behind some minor wind damage in Cottage Hill.
Several small trees were uprooted, skirting was blown off a mobile home, a privacy fence was downed and small items were tossed about. A cow was also out, walking down the roadway, possibly due to fence damage.
The area with damage included Highway 95A, Chipper and Casey Lane.
There were no injuries reported.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
One Injured In Highway 29, Highway 97 Crash
December 28, 2018
One person was injured in crash Thursday night on Highway 29 at Highway 97. The wreck happened about 6:10 p.m. The adult male was transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS. Highway 29 northbound was closed for about an hour by the crash. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating and has not released further details. The Molino Station of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge. 
Firefighters Rescue Dog Stuck Under Storage Shed
December 28, 2018
Escambia County firefighters rescued a puppy stuck under a shed Wednesday night.
The puppy got a little carried away while chasing a critter under his owner’s shed, wedging himself tightly under two floor joists about three feet under the shed.
The owners tried their best to get him out, knocking two holes in the plywood before calling Escambia County Fire Rescue for assistance. A crew from the ECFR Ferry Pass Station came to the rescue, prying up the plywood and digging around the dog until he could be freed.
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Tate High Valedictorian To Appear On ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’ Tonight
December 28, 2018
Samantha Brown, the 2017 Tate High School valedictorian, will appear on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” beginning tonight.
Millionaire airs at 6:30 p.m. on WEAR 3.
Brown is now a mechanical engineering major at the University of West Florida.
Samantha’s little sister, Maggie Brown, appeared last month in te Jeopardy! Teen Tournament. They actually found out on the same day last summer that they had been selected for their respective shows, according to mom Clarissa Brown. Maggie is a sophomore at Tate.
NorthEscambia.com graphic, click to enlarge.
Pine Forest Road Traffic Stop Leads To Multiple Felony Drug Charges
December 28, 2018
A traffic stop led to the arrest of an Escambia County man on multiple drug charges.
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper stopped a red pickup truck for speeding on Pine Forest Road. Inside the vehicle, the trooper located 36 grams of cocaine, 21.5 grams of methamphetamine, 383 grams of marijuana, 59 Lortab, and 12 THC vape cartridges.
Martego Clark, 44, was charged with trafficking cocaine, trafficking methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and driving with a suspended or revoked license. All of the charges are felonies.
Clark was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $47,000 bond.
Escambia Animal Shelter Offering Special Adoption Rates
December 28, 2018
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is offering a special reduced adoption fee of $50 for all dogs and puppies and $20 for all cats and kittens during the month of December. Adoption fees include altering of the animal (spay or neutering services), microchip, heart worm test and the initial vaccinations, including rabies vaccinations. Escambia County residents will be required to purchase a license at the time of adoption. This is an additional $11 over the adoption fees and is paid separately.
While Escambia County Animal Shelter staff want every pet to have a home for the holidays, they highly discourage giving pets as presents, especially surprise presents. The shelter recommends if your friend or loved one has expressed interest in pet adoption, consider wrapping a food bowl and treats to put under the Christmas tree and coming to the shelter together to pick out a lifelong pet that’s right for their lifestyle, family and budget.
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is located at 200 West Fairfield Drive and is open Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the shelter at (850) 595-3075.
Free Beans And Rice Giveaway Saturday In Cantonment
December 28, 2018
Saint Monica’s Episcopal Church, will be distributing free white rice and dried beans on Saturday, December 29 from 9 until 11 a.m. (or while supplies last) at the church located at 699 South Hwy 95-A in Cantonment. Free sausage biscuits and hot coffee will be served while supplies last.
There are no guidelines and no paperwork required.
The rice and beans are distributed on the last Saturday of every month.
Charges Dropped Against One Of Two Suspects In Century Armed Home Invasion
December 27, 2018
Charges have dropped against one of two suspects in a January home invasion robbery in Century.
Kendrick Jamar Washington, was previously charged with first degree felony home invasion and aggravated assault. Assistant State Attorney Greg Marcille said there was insufficient evidence to prosecute the case against Washington. He said the victim had previously misidentified the suspect.
Gregory Lavone Williams, 52, is awaiting trial for first degree felony home invasion with a firearm and misdemeanor criminal mischief with property damage in connection with the incident.
Someone knocked on the female victim’s door about 4 a.m. while dressed in a dark colored hoodie and camouflage pants. As she was closing the door, he pulled the door back and shoved the female backward, according to an arrest report, with two men entering the home. A male then allegedly pulled a gun and pointed it the victim’s face while demanding money. The suspect allegedly took the cash and headed it to Williams before both men ran out the front door.
The victim told deputies she had about $1,500 in her purse because she worked as a cocktail waitress at Wind Creek Casino in Atmore and she had cashed her check there but not yet deposited it into the bank.