Molino Utilities Locates Owner Of Santa Photo Found In Drop Box
December 7, 2021
UPDATE: The owner of this photo has been located.
Molino Utilities is hoping to find the owner of this Santa photo.
The photo was found Monday morning in the drop box at Molino Utilities, and they are hoping to return it.
Call Molino Utilities at (850) 587-5538 or stop by at 1640 Molino Road if you have any information.
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Federal Mask Mandate Extension Includes ECAT Buses
December 7, 2021
A federal public transportation mask mandate has been extended until March 18, 2022, and Escambia County Area Transit will be following the guidelines.
ECAT will continue to require face masks on all buses and in indoor bus terminals and other transportation hubs. ECAT has provided free face masks to patrons since June 1 and will continue to do so.
“ECAT understands that this is a trying time for everyone,” said ECAT Interim Director Rodriques Kimbrough. “We want to thank our citizens in advance for following our guidelines. Mask mandates are for the safety of our ridership as well as our bus operators and staff. By following the mask mandates, we can continue to provide a safe and enjoyable ride experience for our community.”
The federal mandate exempts the following:
- A child under the age of 2 years;
- A person with a disability who cannot wear a mask, or cannot safely wear a mask, for reasons related to the disability;
- A person for whom wearing a mask would create a risk to workplace health, safety, or job duty as determined by the relevant workplace safety guidelines or federal regulations.
If a passenger meets one of the above requirements that prevents wearing of a mask, they can notify the bus operator.
FDLE Breaks Ground On New Pensacola Regional Operations Center
December 7, 2021
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement held a groundbreaking Monday on the Pensacola Regional Operations Center (PROC) James T. Moore Building.
“This new building will give us the space we need to grow in both investigations and forensics, allowing PROC to better serve the needs of our local law enforcement communities and those statewide,” said FDLE Pensacola Special Agent in Charge Chris Williams.
Construction will begin on the 6.8-acre campus in Marcus Pointe Commerce Park in January. The building is expected to be completed next December, with a projected February 1, 2023, move-in date.
The state’s budget includes $1.4 million in funding to begin the project. FDLE secured a 25-year private lease agreement for a nearly 78,000 square-foot facility, enabling PROC to accommodate current and future workloads.
FDLE has been working toward a new building since 2004, after Hurricane Ivan struck the Pensacola area, causing significant damage to PROC’s building. FDLE moved into the current Pensacola facility, a converted school with limited space, in 1994.
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Nancy Lynn Wilson
December 7, 2021
On Saturday, December 11, 2021, in Pensacola, FL, Nancy Lynn Wilson, 73, went to be with her Savior and was reunited with her husband and parents. She is survived by her children: Kevin (Christine) Wilson, Jill (Justin) Manny, Sandi (Clinton) Guice, Brian (Glenda) Wilson, Beth Wilson, Rachael (Steve) Croley, Leah (Dick) Currey, and 17 grandchildren that called her Nanny, (which she relished in), sister Joann Johnson, brother Johnny Johnson, and nieces.
Nancy Lynn Johnson Wilson was born on December 11, 1948 to Ottis and Louise Johnson in Troy, AL. After losing her father at a young age, she helped her mother with her younger brother and sister, which surely contributed to her nurturing spirit and gift to care for others. She attended Escambia High School in Pensacola. In 1969 she began work at Monsanto where she met the love of her life, Dennis. She and Dennis were married for 39 years before he went home to heaven.
Nancy was known for many things, but her warmth and ability to serve others is what we will remember most. She gave of herself and sacrificed so that the people in her life could have all that they wanted. She was incredibly selfless and generous.
She was active at her church and led Sunday school alongside her husband for many years. There they mentored and spoke into many peoples’ lives to lead them closer to Jesus. While Dennis was teaching or on mission trips, Nancy was often behind the scenes handling all the details. She was a servant in every sense of the word and never needed credit or attention.
She worked at Escambia Westgate school and Ransom Middle where she cared for students with special needs. Her compassion and hands-on care for the children was inspiring. She often went out of her way to do extra for them, going as far as bringing them to her home and visiting them at their own.
Nancy was hilarious, fun, silly, and loved a good get together. She was incredibly resourceful and could MacGyver any item into something useful. She was beautiful and knew how to put together a good outfit. She was an avid QVC shopper and a favorite of the UPS drivers. She was a dang good cook and really good at reheating leftovers to make them taste even better than the first time. She made her house an inviting and welcoming home to countless friends. She created magic in all the big and small moments.
She was most proud of her children and grandchildren. Her joy and pride in who they are and the depth to which she loved them will be missed.
Services for Nancy will be held at Olive Baptist Church on December 22nd, 2021. Visitation begins at 10:00am, service at 11:00am. Graveside will be at Magnolia Cemetery, Evergreen, AL.
Vehicle Located In Sunday’s Fatal Hit And Run In Beulah
December 6, 2021
The Florida Highway Patrol has located the vehicle involved in a deadly hit and run Sunday afternoon in Beulah. The dark blue Chevrolet Malibu was found off Bridlewood Road north of Frank Reeder Road Monday morning.
“The damage was consistent with the pedestrian fatal crash,” FHP Lt. Jason King told NorthEscambia.com.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the car was recently reported stolen, but they are not yet saying exactly when.
A 70-year old man was struck and killed shortly before 3 p.m. Sunday as he walked next to Mobile Highway near Ferlon Avenue, about one-third of mile west of Beulah Road. The driver of the Chevrolet Malibu ran off the road and hit the man, according to FHP. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Troopers said the driver may have been a black male who may have pulled over after the crash. The car then continued west on Mobile Highway.
The Malibu was located about 2.5 miles from the crash site.
Anyone with information on the crash or driver is still asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 4333-STOP or the Florida Highway Patrol at *FHP.
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Residents Left Without A Home After Quintette Fire
December 6, 2021
Fire heavily damaged a double wide mobile home in the Quintette community Monday morning
The American Red Cross is assisting residents left without a home by the blaze. There were no injuries reported.
The fire was reported about 11:20 a.m. on St. Matthews Lane, near Quintette Park. The Cantonment, Molino, Ensley, Bellview and Ferry Pace stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Pace Fire Rescue and Escambia County EMS were among those responding.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
From a photo gallery that shows the progression of the fire from before firefighters arrived on scene, click or tap here.
Pictured above: Fire in a Quintette mobile home Monday morning. Pictured below: The fire before and as firefighters arrive on scene. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour and reader submitted photos, click to enlarge.
Showers, Storms Possible Monday Afternoon
December 6, 2021
The is a chance of severe storms this afternoon with a passing cold front. The biggest threat will be localized strong and damaging winds of 40-60 mph.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Monday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Monday Night: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 1am, then a slight chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7am. Cloudy, with a high near 66. North wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tuesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers between 7pm and 1am, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Wednesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. High near 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight.
Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. East wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77.
Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 63.
Van Burns At Cantonment Gas Station
December 6, 2021
Firefighters battled a van fire Sunday night at Cantonment gas station.
The fire was reported about 5:40 p.m. at the Circle K at 2200 South Highway 29 at Kingsfield Road. The Ensley Station of Escambia Fire Rescue quickly extinguished the engine compartment fire in the Chrysler van. The van burned near, but not under, the canopy with the gas pumps.
There were no injuries reported.
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No Serious Injuries In Highway 29 Crash Near Paper Mill
December 6, 2021
There were no serious injuries reported in a crash Sunday night near the paper mill in Cantonment.
The crash happened about 9:25 p.m. on Highway 29 near South Highway 95A. The vehicle came to rest off the roadway in a deep ditch in a wooded area.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.
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Tate Varsity And JV Cheerleaders Earn Bids To Nationals
December 6, 2021
The Tate High School varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders are headed to nationals.
The varsity squad placed first out of 16 teams during a Saturday traditional division competition, actually received two bids to nationals. The junior varsity gameday competition team placed second and earned a bid to nationals during the Central Florida Regional Qualifier in Tampa.
Pictured: The Tate High School varsity (top) and junior varsity (shown below) cheerleaders. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
