Northview FFA Horse Judging Team Receives Gold Emblem Award At Nationals
November 1, 2021
The Northview High School Horse Judging Team was recognized with a Gold Emblem Award at the 2021 National FFA Convention.
Team members include Audrey Goetter, Leia Grantham, Hannah Hassebrock and Samantha Kimmons.
Goetter, Grantham and Hassebrock placed gold as individuals, while Kimmons placed bronze.
After being named as the state champion team in April, the team competed in the virtual team activity and written exam earlier in October, and the final rounds in-person at the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. The team is coached by sisters Courtney and Stephanie Solari, both Northview graduates.
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Bonus Photo Gallery: Tate Aggies Showband, Cheerleaders And Fans
November 1, 2021
The Tate Aggies took on Niceville Friday night.
For a bonus photo gallery with the band, cheerleaders and fans, click or tap here.
NorthEscambia.com photos by William Reynolds, click to enlarge.
Clear And Cool For Monday Night
November 1, 2021
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. North wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low around 50. North wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. North wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: A chance of showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 61. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 43. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 64.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 66.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 40.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 66.
Photos, Scores: NWE Football
November 1, 2021
Her are NWE Football scores from Saturday:
Seniors
- NWE Garnet 24, Atmore 6
- Brewton 2 — NWE Gold 0 (forfeit)
Juniors
- NWE Garnet 24, Atmore 0
- Brewton 13, NWE Gold 6
Sophomore
- NWE Garnet 35, Atmore 0
- Brewton 13, NWE Gold 0
Freshmen
- NWE Garnet 35, Atmore 0
- NWE Gold 14, Brewton 13
In the Escambia River Conference, NWE Garnet is No. 1 for freshmen, sophomores, and seniors. NWE Garnet is No. 2 behind Andalusia in juniors.
For an action photo gallery, click or tap here.
Photos by Shawn Gomez for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
District 5 Cantonment, Farm Hill Neighborhood Cleanup Collects Over 21.5 Tons of Debris
November 1, 2021
Escambia County collected and disposed of approximately 24 tons (48,000 pounds) of debris during the District 5 Cantonment and Farm Hill Neighborhood Cleanup recently, as part of the county’s ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.
The cleanup resulted in the collection of 21.58 tons of debris. That included 3.48 tons of yard waste, 700 pounds of household hazardous waste, 48 gallons of paint and 264 tires.
The county’s neighborhood cleanup program is hosted by the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency’s Safe Neighborhood Program. Local partners include Escambia County Waste Services, Environmental Code Enforcement, Public Works, Animal Services and Road Prison, along with the City of Pensacola Sanitation Department.
Pictured: A Cantonment and Farm Hill Neighborhood Cleanup. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia’s Average Gas Price At $3.29
November 1, 2021
After moving higher for most of the month, October ended with gas prices holding steady. Last month, Florida gas prices increased a total of 27 cents over the course of two weeks. However, prices at the pump finally plateaued at around $3.31 per gallon throughout the past 12 days.
Florida gas prices averaged $3.31 per gallon on Sunday. That’s the most expensive daily average in seven years (October 2014). The state average is the same as a week ago, 25 cents more than last month, and $1.26 per gallon more than this time last year, according to AAA.
In Escambia County, the average price was $3.29. In North Escambia, a low of $3.28 could be found at several Highway 29 stations.