Here Is Tonight’s High School Football Schedule
October 8, 2021
Here are tonight’s North Escambia area high school football games:
FLORIDA
Washington at Tate [Click for homecoming event schedule]
Jay at Baker
West Florida at Gulf Breeze
Baker (AL) at Pine Forest
Mosley at Navarre
Pensacola High at Milton
Monroe at Pace
Gadsden County at Pensacola Catholic
Escambia 26, Fort Walton Beach 7 (Thursday)
Northview (bye week)
ALABAMA
Escambia Academy at Autauga Academy
Escambia County at Williamson
Flomaton at Excel
T.R Miller at Hillcrest Evergreen
Jackson at W.S. Neal
Pictured: Tate and Escambia on September 24, 2021. NorthEscambia.com photos by Jennifer Repine, click to enlarge.
ESCO: Woman Wanted For Stabbing Her Father At Frank Ard Road Home
October 7, 2021
A man was stabbed multiple times by his daughter Wednesday night, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Now deputies are looking for 31-year old Alicia Irene Dixon on an aggravated battery warrant.
The father was at Dixon’s home on Frank Ard Road, just off Quintette Road, when the incident occurred about 7:30 p.m.
A relative entered the home and saw him on the floor with three stab wounds to the chest area, according to the ECSO. He was transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS and is expected to recover.
“That’s all we know because it was just dad and daughter, and when relatives came in she ran out,” Sgt. Melanie Peterson said.
Anyone with information on Dixon’s whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP or the ECSO at (850) 436-9620.
Dixon is pictured in a May 2020 mugshot from the Escambia County Jail.
Driver Killed In Single Vehicle Nine Mile Road Crash
October 7, 2021
An Escambia County man was killed in a single vehicle crash Wednesday night on Nine Mile Road.
The 45-year old was traveling east on Nine Mile Road in a white Chevrolet Camaro when he lost control near Tower Ridge Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, ejecting the man. The vehicle came to rest in a wooded area on the south side of the road.
The man was pronounced deceased on the scene by Escambia County EMS. Troopers said he was not wearing a seat belt.
FHP no longer releases the names of traffic crash victims.
File photo.
Escambia Tax Collector Marcus Pointe Office Back Open
October 7, 2021
After being down for most of a week due to a cut fiber optic cable, the Escambia County Tax Collector Marcus Pointe Office is back up and running.
Last Friday, a truck hit a poke and pulled down a fiber line that supports the office. Wednesday night, Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford said repairs and complete and office will be open Thursday.
All other office remained open during the period.
Escambia Animal Shelter Is Full, And They Are Offering Reduced Adoption Rates For Dogs And Cats
October 7, 2021
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is full, and reduced adoption rates are in place to help you find that perfect friend.
“We have a lot of great cats and dogs available,” said Animal Services Manger John Robinson. “You can find that perfect one.”
For now, the adoption fee is $25 dogs and $10 for cats. An $11 licensing fee also applies for Escambia County residents.
For a photo gallery, click here.
The shelter is open from noon until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 11 until 4 on Saturdays at 200 West Fairfield Drive. Walk-ins are welcome to see the animals, but an appointment might be necessary for adoption services.
To view adoptable cats and dogs, click or tap here to search.
Pictured pets were available as of Wednesday afternoon. Use the search link above to see current availability.
Local COVID-19 Hospitalizations Fall Below 100
October 7, 2021
CoVID-19 hospitalizations in Escambia County are continuing to decline, falling before 100 Wednesday for the first time in weeks.
As of October 6, there were 96 people hospitalized for COVID-19 in Ascension Sacred Heart, Baptist and West Florida hospitals. One month ago, that number was 330.
The numbers in the graph indicate daily hospitalizations in Escambia County and are provided daily by Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital, Baptist Hospital and West Florida Hospital. The daily numbers are not cumulative.
Graphic: City of Pensacola.
Partly Cloudy, Low Around 65 Tonight
October 7, 2021
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. North wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 63. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 85. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 85. East wind around 5 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Columbus Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind around 5 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 67.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.
Dorothy Marie Watts
October 7, 2021
Mrs. Dorothy Marie Watts, age 64, passed away, on Sunday, October 3, 2021 in Brewton, AL. She was born in Atmore, AL; and resided most of her life in Pollard, AL. She was a proud member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
Mrs. Watts valued her time spent with her children and family. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, going to the creek swimming. She was a loving wife, sister, and a friend to all.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John o. (Lillie Mae Colbert) Kelley Sr. and one sister, Barbara Gene Nowling
She is survived by her husband of forty- three years, Larry watts, of Pollard, AL; two sons, Owen Casey Watts, of Pollard, AL; Larry Watts Jr; of Pensacola, FL; three daughters, Meagan Marie watts, of Opelika, AL; Tabitha Moreland, of Brewton, Al; Mandi Manning, of McCall, AL; three brothers, John Oliver (Donna) Kelley Jr; of Brewton, AL; Douglas Edward Kelley, of Poarch, AL; Tony (Teresa) Rolin, of McCall, AL; four grandchildren, Hayley watts, Dustin Watts, Braxton Manning, CJ, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Friday, October 8, 2021 at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Rev. Ray Ward officiating.
Burial was at Pollard Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Chris Rolin, Lane Rolin, Trace Bullard, Dalton Smith, and Tristan Simpson.
Honorary pallbearers were Don Bondurant, Adam Gassner, Douglas MacArthur Kelley.
Petty- Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Byrneville Elementary Fall Festival, Basket Auction Is Friday
October 7, 2021
The Byrneville Elementary School PTO Fall Festival will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the school.
The event will include hayrides, a bake sale, haunted house, jump house, food, games, and vendors.
The annual themed basket auction will take place at 7 p.m.
Pictured: Some of the themed baskets that will be up for auction at 7 p.m. Friday following the Byrneville Elementary School PTO Fall Festival. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Emma Nell Phillips
October 7, 2021
Mrs. Emma Nell Phillips, age 73, passed away, Monday, October 4, 2021, in Brewton, AL. She was born in Eliska, AL; but resided most of her life in the Huxford, AL with her husband and children.
Mrs. Phillips valued the time she spent with her family especially her grandchildren. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother who enjoyed fishing, word-find puzzles and her dog Shorty.
She is preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Bruce (Emmie Reed) Etheridge, husband, Charles W. Phillips, five brothers, Wayne Etheridge, Jody Etheridge, Jerry Etheridge, Billy Charles Etheridge, Thomas Etheridge, and one sister, Shirley Etheridge Lane.
She is survived by her two sons, Charles Darryl (Marie) Phillips, of TN; James Thomas Phillips, of TN; one daughter, Sherry Posten, of MS; one sister, Mary Bouillion, of LA; six grandchildren, Austin, Alyssa, Jonna, Joseph, Rebecca, Emily, and several great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews’ other relatives.
Funeral services were held Friday, October 8, 2021, at the Petty- Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Bro. Chris Pruitt officiating.
Burial was at Phillips Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Austin Phillips, Alyssa Phillips, Dewayne Johnson, Randy Milner, Jake Milner, and Darryl Phillips.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.