Rep. Miller To Hold Mobile Office Days In Century, Jay
November 3, 2015
Congressman Jeff Miller has announced mobile office hours for later this month in Century and Jay program.
In order to better serve the needs of constituents who are not close to the Congressman’s Pensacola or Ft. Walton offices, special “mobile office” days have been established. Expanding on the idea first used for “veteran’s assistance days”, members of his staff will be manning the office answering questions about problems with federal agencies or issues affecting the First Congressional District.
“This is just another way we can better serve our growing population in Northwest Florida,” Miller said. “We tried the mobile office concept earlier, and we had such an outstanding turnout that we decided to expand the concept and add more dates and locations to the program.”
Mobile office days will be held as follows on Tuesday, November 17:
- 10:00-11:30 a.m.: Century Chamber of Commerce (Visitor Information Center), 7811 N. Century Blvd
- 1:00-2:30 p.m.: Jay City Hall, 3695 Highway 4
Fog Forming Tonight
November 3, 2015
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Areas of fog after midnight. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 60. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Areas of fog before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: Patchy fog after midnight. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A chance of showers between 8am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.
Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 70.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72.
FWC Law Enforcement Report
November 3, 2015
The Florida FWC Division of Law Enforcement reported the following activity during the weekly period ending October 29 in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
SANTA ROSA COUNTY
Officer Lewis was on forest patrol in Blackwater River State Forest in a primitive campsite when he observed a group in possession of alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in this area. A computer check on one of the subjects came back with a warrant out of Okaloosa County for larceny and criminal mischief. The subject was arrested and transported to the Santa Rosa County Jail and issued a warning for the alcohol violation.
Officer Ramos was patrolling Blackwater River State Forest and encountered a vehicle whose operator had been firing multiple rifle rounds. During a conversation with the operator, Officer Ramos discovered an empty bag of corn in the vehicle. A short while later, he found an area at the end of the road where fresh corn had been placed on the ground in the management area. Officers Ramos and Hutchinson visited the operator of the vehicle from earlier and the man admitted to placing bait in the management area. He was issued a citation.
ESCAMBIA COUNTY
No information submitted this week for Escambia County.
This report represents some events the FWC handled over the past week; however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. Information provided by FWC.
Book Fair At Jim Allen Elementary This Week
November 3, 2015
The annual Scholastic Book Fair is going on this week at Jim Allen Elementary School. The book fair will continue for students through 11 a.m. Friday. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
All Blood Types Needed: Blood Drive Saturday In Walnut Hill
November 3, 2015
There is an increased need for O Negative blood in the area, according to OneBlood’s Bettery Roberts, and there is an increased need for all types to prepare for the upcoming holiday week.
A Big Red Bus Blood Drive will take place Saturday in Walnut Hill from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the annual Fish Fry at the Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department at 7760 Highway 97.
Blood Donors will receive the “Don’t Be A Turkey! Donate Blood!” T Shirt though November 19 on both Big Red buses and at the two centers 1999 East Nine Mile Road and 2209 North 9th Avenue.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
County Grant Now Available For Neighborhood Redevelopment Efforts
November 3, 2015
The Escambia County Neighborhood Enterprise Division recently announced that it has extended the fall cycle for its Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini-Grant Program, which aims to further encourage community and volunteer-based redevelopment efforts within local neighborhoods.
The grant is funded through the county’s Community Development Block Grant Program and is offered to neighborhood organizations located within the boundaries of one of the county’s Community Redevelopment Areas. Local organizations that meet this criteria are eligible to apply for up to $500 for projects, including the following:
- Small scale improvements to existing parks, recreation areas or community neighborhood facilities
- Beautification projects targeting neighborhood entrances to subdivisions
- Graffiti removal or such improvements designed to eliminate blighted areas
- Neighborhood Watch supplies
The deadline to submit a grant application is Monday, Nov. 30 (click to download application).
For more information about the grant program or application process, contact Meredith Nunnari, Escambia County Neighborhood Enterprise Division, at (850) 595-0022, ext. 3, or at mrnunnari@myescambia.com.
Local Rotary Clubs Hold Military Appreciation Luncheon
November 3, 2015
The Combined Rotary Clubs of Pensacola (CROP) honored our military men and women at its annual Military Appreciation Luncheon on Monday at New World Landing. Rear Admiral Don Quinn, USN (Ret), a Five Flags Rotarian, was the guest speaker. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Firefighters Respond To Flomaton Church’s Chicken Restaurant
November 2, 2015
Firefighters were called to a fire at Church’s Chicken in Flomaton Monday night.
A fire on the roof was reported shortly after 8:30 p.m. The fire was reported to be out shortly after firefighters from Alabama and Florida arrived on the scene.
There were no injuries reported, and there was no major damage apparent.
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Corry Station Brings Saturday Scholars Program To Jim Allen Elementary
November 2, 2015
Many students at Jim Allen Elementary School are spending their Saturdays in a mentoring program with students from the Center for Information Dominance Unit (CIDU) Corry Station.
There are 50 students from Jim Allen teamed up with the Navy and Marine Corp students for the five weeks of morning mentoring sessions. This is the 61st class of students enrolled in the Saturday Scholar Mentoring Program.
Each week’s activities include reading, science, computers and physical activities for the students and their mentors.
This is the 30th consecutive year that Corry Station – the Navy’s Learning Center that leads, manages and delivers joint force training in information operations, information technology and cryptology – has hosted the mentoring program.
According to Escambia County School District’s Superintendent of Schools Malcolm Thomas, CID’s Saturday Scholars program is the longest, continuously-running educational mentorship program in the Navy, and has touched the hearts and minds of more than 3000 students.
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Collection Of $258 Million In Escambia Taxes Begins
November 2, 2015
The collection of 2015 real estate and tangible personal property taxes is now underway. This year’s tax rolls include 176,000 accounts totaling $258 million, according to Janet Holley, Escambia County tax collector.
Bills were delivered to the post office on October 30 for mailing. A four percent discount for early payment is good through November 30, 2015.
Other discount periods are as follows: December‑‑3%; January‑‑2%; February‑‑1%; and the gross amount is due in March 2016. Taxes become delinquent April 1 and are assessed a 3% penalty. When mailed, discounts are determined by postmark of payment. When a discount period ends on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the discount period will be extended to the next business day for walk‑in customers only.
Tax revenue is generated for the various taxing authorities and is approximated as follows: District School Board, $117 million; Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, $112 million; City of Pensacola, $16 million; Sheriff MSTU, $7.1 million; Library MSTU, $5.3 million; Northwest Florida Water Management, $572,000; Downtown Improvement Board, $375,800; and Town of Century, $29,700. Additionally, MSBU collections totaling $17 million include: County fire protection, $13.2 million; City Stormwater, $2.7 million; and various other MSBUs, $1.1 million.
Office are open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at:
- Downtown – 213 Palafox Place
- Marcus Pointe – 6451 North W Street
- Molino – 6440 Highway 95-A North, Suite A
- Warrington – 4051 Barrancas Avenue, Suite A
You may check the status of your taxes and pay on the website at www.EscambiaTaxCollector.com. While paying online may be the most convenient, other options are available, such as payment by mail, by phone, or in person. If you do not receive your tax bill by November 10, please call the tax collector’s office at 438‑6500, ext. 3252. The offices will be closed November 11, 26, and 27 for holidays.