Daily Rain Chances Continue
June 28, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. High near 87. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 87. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90.
Beulah Middle, Tate High, Northview High FFA Chapters Awarded At State Convention
June 28, 2022
FFA chapters and members from Beulah Middle School, Northview High School and Tate High School were recently honored at the 94th Florida FFA State Convention at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando.
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Tate High School received the Florida FFA Premier Chapter Award. The award was initiated to recognize superior achievement by chapters in agricultural education and the FFA. To be eligible for this award, a chapter must be proficient in several areas, which include alumni and community partnerships, financial planning, public relations, recruitment and other FFA activities.
Beulah Middle and Tate High were selected among Florida’s Finest FFA Chapters. The selection of these chapters is based upon the completion of the National Chapter Award program application. These chapters have excelled in the areas of growing leaders, building communities and strengthening agriculture and have worked hard to fulfill the mission and vision of the FFA.
Northview High and Tate High chapters were recognized for 100% membership. In order to receive this award, every student enrolled in agriculture must also be a bona fide FFA member and active with leadership development programs of the FFA Program.
Beulah Middle School’s Leanne Jenkins has been named Florida’s 2022 FFA Advisor of the Year. [Read more...] The award recognizes educators who have made a positive difference in the lives of their students. Individuals nominated must have taught for at least three years and have provided outstanding service to their FFA chapter, agricultural industry, and agricultural education.
The Florida FFA State Degree, the highest degree that the State FFA Association can bestow on a member, was awarded to eight Tate High School FFA members. This degree is awarded annually at the State FFA Convention to those members who have met the minimum qualifications set forth by the National FFA Organization.
The Florida FFA State Degree was awarded to the following Tate FFA members:
- Jiana Dortch
- Kristen Gibbs
- Wiley Griffin
- Tucker Griffin
- Dawson Guy
- Mia Langley
- Jaxson Stafford
- Hanna Swauger
CDE, LDE, Proficiency Winners
Beulah Middle School
- 1st Place State Aquaculture
- 5th State Forestry
- Miller Richards – State High Individual Tool ID
- 5th State Vegetable Judging
- 3rd Parliamentary Procedure
- 1st FFA Suncoast Credit Union Food Drive
Northview High School
- 5th Place Chapter Advocacy Award (Fresh From Florida event)
Tate High School
- Jaxson Stafford State Winner Forage Production Proficiency (advances to nationals)
- Jaxson Stafford Florida FFA State Star Farmer [Read more...]
- 3rd Place State Safe Tractor Operations and Maintenance – Jaxson Stafford
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Paid Work Will Now Count For Bright Futures Scholarship Eligibility
June 28, 2022
Florida high school students applying for the state’s college and vocational school Bright Futures scholarship program will be able to substitute paid work experience for volunteering under a bill signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday.
Students who apply for the Bright Futures program starting in the next school year will be able to fulfill the volunteer requirement by working 100 hours. During a bill signing ceremony at Hillsborough Community College in Tampa, DeSantis said the change will help low-income families whose teenagers need to work.
This expansion will allow students who work after school jobs to apply their paid work contributions to their communities to substitute service hour requirements. The legislation allows students the opportunity to receive Bright Futures Scholarships who might not otherwise have been able to meet the requirements for a scholarship, the governor said.
“Florida students should not lose the opportunity to receive a Bright Futures Scholarship because they have to work to help their families make ends meet,” said DeSantis. “After school jobs teach our students valuable life lessons, much like community service hours do. I am glad to sign this bill and will continue to make sure higher education remains affordable in Florida.”
“Bright Futures has provided a pathway to success for nearly one million students,” said Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. “With today’s changes to Bright Futures eligibility requirements, no student will be forced to choose between supporting their family and meeting the volunteer hours necessary to earn a scholarship. I’m proud to join Governor DeSantis today as we expand access to postsecondary education for all students.”
The bill modifies the eligibility requirements for the Bright Futures Scholarship Program to include an option for students to use paid work hours to qualify for the scholarship. Paid work hours must meet the requirements for volunteer hours and there must be documentation of the hours.
10,000 Pound Food Giveaway This Afternoon In Cantonment
June 28, 2022
The Cantonment Improvement Committee will hold a drive-thru 10,000 pound food giveaway Tuesday afternoon at Carver Park on Webb Street.
The food distribution will begin at 3:30 p.m. and continue while supplies last for anyone in need of food. People should line up their vehicles, single file on Webb Street facing north; food will be loaded into vehicles. Identification is required.
If the weather is too hot or storming, distribution may begin “a little earlier,” according to organizers.
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Deputies Seek Pair For Using Fraudulent Debit Card At Beulah Grocery Store
June 28, 2022
Deputies are looking for two people they say were caught on a camera using a fraudulent debit card.
The man and woman used the debit card to make a purchase at the Publix in Beulah, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. They were seen leaving in a newer model white Dodge Ram with a toolbox attached to the bed of the truck.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP or the ECSO at (850) 436-9620.
Judith Louise Doherty
June 28, 2022
Mrs. Judith Louise Doherty, age 77, passed away, Thursday, June 23, 2022 at her home in Oak Grove, Fl. surrounded by family and dearest friend. She was born in Bonifay, FL; and resided most her life in Oak Grove, FL.
Mrs. Doherty valued her time she got to spend with her family and friends. She took so much pride in her mission work that was her priority, spreading the gospel. She always took care of the shut-ins. She enjoyed quilting, and had a big heart with a little bit of sassy in her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frankie L. (Beatrice Graham) Milstead, husband, Charles Doherty, and one daughter.
She is survived by her one daughter, Jenny L. Doherty, of Oak Grove, FL; (Trace Lewis), one brother, Vincent (Cindy) Milstead, of Oak Grove, FL; best friend, Elaine Godwin, of Bratt, FL; one grandchild Coralyne Lewis, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral service will be held Friday, July 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, July 1, 2022 from 10:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Sheppard, George Carpenter, Scott Warren, Jarrod Dawson, Ernie Hester, and Vincent Milstead.
Winston Edward “Wink” Killam
June 28, 2022
Mr. Winston Edward “Wink” Killam age 85, passed away, Monday, June 20, 2022 in Bay Minette, AL. He was born in Century, FL; and resided in Bay Minette, AL; since 2013. He was a graduate of Century High School of “Class of 1955”. He was a member of Poplar Dell Baptist Church and served in the United States Marine Corp. He was a construction engineer with many years of employment.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard (Zeba Elizabeth Mathney) Killam, two brothers, James Killam, Claude Killam, one sister, Illa Mae Byrd.
He is survived by his niece, Glenda Killam White, of Flomaton, AL; and numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Poplar Dell Baptist Church at 11:00 AM with Rev. Mitch Herring officiating.
Burial will follow at Poplar Dell Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022 from 10:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at Poplar Dell Baptist Church
Update: Roberts Circle Mobile Home Fire Cause Determined
June 28, 2022
Investigators have determined that a mobile home fire Saturday night was caused by a dryer vent.
The vent was “restricted” according to Escambia Fire Rescue in the mobile home in the 2000 block of Roberts Circle. When firefighters arrived about 9 p.m., smoke was visible from outside of the home.
“The home suffered significant damages but can be reoccupied after repairs,” ECFR stated.
The American Red Cross provided lodging for those that were displaced. There were no injuries.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Joel David Brown
June 28, 2022
Mr. Joel David Brown, age 85 passed away, Thursday, June 23, 2022, at his home in Perdido, AL. He retired from Masland Carpets with 34 years of service.
Mr. Brown valued his time he got to spend with his wife, family and church family. He enjoyed playing gospel and bluegrass music. He enjoyed going hunting, fishing, and working with his vegetable garden.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley (Ethel) Brown, five sisters, Estelle Morris, Nora Ayers, Dorothy Hadley, Muriel Stewart, Shirley Hanks, two brothers, William Wesley “Bill” Brown, Samuel Paul Brown.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Shelby Brown, of Perdido, AL; two sons, Joel W. “Joey” (Bertha) Brown, of Perdido, AL; David Allan (Barbara) Brown, of Phillipsville, AL; one daughter, Trisha (Keith) Ganey, of Perdido, AL; one brother, John Daniel (Lucy) Brown, of Perdido, AL; three sisters, Christine Patterson, of Eight Mile, AL; Opal Paul, of Columbus, GA; Bobbi (Jim) Bryars, of Milton, FL; six grandchildren, Brandon Garrett, Jason Brown, Justin Brown, Shannon Turner, Janna Collier, Morgan Ganey, four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be held Monday, June 27, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. James Peacock and Rev. Shawn Major officiating.
Burial will follow at Brown Memorial Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, June 27, 2022 from 10:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Jason Brown, Justin Brown, Waylon Collier, Rusty White, Freddie Stewart, Angie Trest, and Jim Whidbee
Double Murder Suspect Turns Himself In At Escambia Jail
June 27, 2022
UPDATE: Suspect Tavarras Vondhay Thomas turned himself in at the Escambia County Jail Tuesday evening.
The Pensacola Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted for two counts of first degree premeditated murder.
Tavarras Vonshay Thomas, 42, is wanted in the shooting deaths of 24-year old Cieric Parker and 18-year old Dominique Bullard on June 22 in Attucks Court.
PPD said Thomas is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP or 911.