Upper 30s Sunday Night
December 17, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 38. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 61. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 32. North wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 52. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 31. East wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 32. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 65.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66.
Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51.
Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64.
Sherry Lorelle Milstid
December 17, 2023
Sherry Lorelle Milstid, 67, of Pensacola, Florida, went Home to the Lord on December 11, 2023 following a long battle with an illness. She was born on April 17, 1956 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late D.L. and Lorelle Roland.
Sherry moved to Pensacola with her family when she was young and graduated from J.M. Tate High School. She married Donald Milstid and went on to have a son, David Milstid.
Sherry loved God and was a selfless and loving mother. She enjoyed her precious dogs and riding horses.
Sherry is predeceased by her parents, D.L. and Lorelle Roland. She is survived by her former spouse, Donald Milstid, her son, David Milstid, and her grandson, Brendan Milstid; her sisters, Tina Covan and Rita Heist; and her friend, John Wilson.
A Burial Ceremony will be held at Noon on Tuesday, December 19, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Here Are The Road Work Spots To Watch This Week
December 17, 2023
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.
Santa Rosa County:
- U.S. 90 Bridge Replacement over Simpson River - The outside (right) lane of U.S. 90 eastbound on the Simpson River Bridge will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 19 through Thursday, Dec. 21 from 8 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. as crews perform
- construction activities for the new bridge. Drivers are reminded that the speed limit is 35 mph throughout the work zone. •
- U.S. 98 Widening from Bayshore Road to Portside Drive – Motorists will encounter the following traffic impacts:
- o Median and turn-lane closures from Bayshore Road to Tiger Lake Drive.
- o Intermittent lane closures and additional median closures between Bayshore Road and Tiger Lake Drive Sunday, Dec. 17, through Friday, Dec. 22, from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for stormwater drainage improvements and paving operations.
- S.R. 87 Resurfacing from Hickory Hammock Road (C.R. 184) to Technology Avenue – Drivers may experience intermittent S.R. 87 single-lane closures between Hickory Hammock Road and Technology Avenue, Monday, Dec. 18 through Friday, Dec. 22, from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for turn lane construction and paving operations.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.
Kameron Allen Smith
December 17, 2023
Kameron Allen Smith, “Kam”, was born on January 10, 2003 at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. He left this world on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the young age of 20.
If you knew Kam, you loved him. He always kept everyone laughing and his beautiful smile would light up any room. He had just recently received a job promotion at work and was working on his truck. Everything he worked hard for was paying off and he was excited about life, and his plans and goals.
He had gone through and overcome so much. Kam enjoyed the simple things in life. He liked antique trucks, drawing, spending time with his friends, his girlfriend, Rose, and his brothers, Tristan and Sawyer. He and his brothers had a special bond. He loved all of his fur babies, and held a special place in his heart for his rescue dog, Scout. Kam loved life and lived it to the fullest. A country dirt road and beautiful sunsets is where he always found peace. We hope he is enjoying sunsets more beautiful than we can imagine.
Kam was preceded in death by his great-grandfathers, Alton Horne, Eugene Smith, and Robert Lee McDonald; and his great-grandmother, May Eulla McDonald.
He is survived by his parents; Kimberly Jean Smith, step-father, Timothy Maier, and his father, Clint Allen Smith; brothers, Tristan Allen Smith and Sawyer Isaac Maier; his girlfriend of two years, Rose Hutchinson; grandparents, Debbie and Mark Trotter; Lee McDonald, Arlene Joyner, Rick Smith; great-grandmothers, Carol Horne and Gladys Hobbs; and great aunts, Karen Rose and Charlotte Skipper.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. The family will receive friends for visitation at 11:00 a.m. Services will begin at 12:00 noon with Pastor Mike Pickett officiating. Kam will be laid to rest at Little Flock Cemetery in Molino, Florida.
Pallbearers include Clint Smith, Tristan Smith, Kaden McDonald, Harley Sechrist, Gaven Goneke, and Jayden Hall.
Honorary pallbearers include Kristopher McDonald, Lee McDonald, and Rick Smith.
Kam,
my beautiful baby boy. You will forever be a part of me. I will love you till time ceases to exist.
Baby, I will anxiously await my time to be with you again.
-Mom
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements. Y
Rosa King Mobley
December 17, 2023
Rosa King Mobley, 101, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on December 15, 2023. She was born in Molino, Florida on August 24, 1922 to Joseph (Jim) and Carrie King. She lived in Escambia County her entire life and married Berlie M. Mobley. She worked at K-Mart for 22 years and was a long term member of Pine Forest Pentecostal Church. She was mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother to many.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Berlie Marvin Mobley; sons, Jerry Nall and Richard (Dickie) Mobley; daughter, Hazel Mobley; parents, Jim and Carrie King; many brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her son, Marvin Claude Mobley; daughters, Deborah Mobley and Linda (Martin) Posey.
Pallbearers will be Jason Mobley, Richard Mobley Jr., D.J. Brewton, Ryan Cope, Ricky Mobley, Robert Schneider and Bruce Godwin. Honorary pallbearer will be Martin Posey.
Visitation services will be Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 11:00am at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial and eulogy will follow at Plainview Baptist Church Cemetery at 12:30pm.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida, is entrusted with arrangements.
Dedria’s Gift Provides Christmas Presents For Nursing Home Residents
December 17, 2023
Dedria’s Gift purchased Christmas gifts for the residents of the Century Health & Rehabilitation Center thanks to a donation from St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church in Century.
Dedria’s Gift honors the memory of Dedria Robinson who was killed 2005 in an automobile accident at age 11. The group annually provides school supplies for hundreds of children the Century area.
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Cantonment Man Charged With Child Cruelty
December 16, 2023
A Cantonment man has been charged with child cruelty.
Trent Wayne Taylor, 35, was charged with felony child cruelty without great bodily harm.
Taylor allegedly became involved in an altercation with a juvenile at a residence in Cantonment, striking him on the face and attempting to choke him, according to an arrest report.
Security footage from the home showed a portion of the altercation, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Taylor was released from the Escambia County Jail with Bond on a $5,000 bond.
Local FFA Members Shine At FFA Sub District Contests
December 16, 2023
Local FFA students recently competed in the FFA Sub District Contest. Results were as follows:
High School:
Extemporaneous Public Speaking:
1st – Tyler Riggs (Northview High School)
2nd – Gabriel Flores (West Florida HS)
3rd – Marianne Gunter (Central High School)
Prepared Public Speaking:
1st – Bella Trivison (West Florida High School)
2nd – Isabelle Jenkins (Florida Virtual)
3rd – Jackson Bridges (Northview High School)
Parliamentary Procedure:
1st – Northview High School
2nd – Milton High School
3rd – West Florida High School
Safe Tractor Operations:
1st – Hunter Hall (Central High School)
2nd – Jayden Franklin (Northview High School)
7-9th Grade Creed Speaking:
1st – Grace Walters (Jay Middle School)
2nd – Emily Fickett (Beulah Middle School)
3rd – Grace Oliver (Northview High School)
Middle School:
Opening and Closing Ceremonies:
1st – Jay Middle School
2nd – Beulah Middle School
3rd – Ernest Ward MS
Extemporaneous Public Speaking:
1st – Estella Perea (Beulah Academy)
2nd – Alesia Steele (Beulah Middle School)
Prepared Public Speaking:
1st – Caleb Pitts (Beulah Middle School)
2nd – Luke Graham (Beulah Academy)
Parliamentary Procedure:
- 1st – Beulah Mi ademy MS
The FFA Members participated in a stocking stuffing community service activity during their lunches. Before award announcements the students voted on the Sub-district officers for the coming year:
- Chair: Isabelle Jenkins (Florida Virtual)
- Co-Chair: Gabriel Flores (West Florida)
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Three More Red Bulbs Placed on County Wreath, Total Now at 6
December 16, 2023
Escambia County Fire Rescue has placed three more red bulbs on the wreath in 2023 following Wednesday’s multi-residential structure fire and a Thursday residential structure fire.
At 3:33 p.m. on Wednesday, ECFR responded to a multi-residential structure fire at the 2200 block of Gloria Circle. Upon arrival, flames were seen from the second-floor balcony of the two-story apartment complex. Due to the significance of the fire, additional units were called, including mutual aid assistance from Pensacola’sand Santa Rosa. With the additional units and rapid water application, the situation was controlled by 3:54 p.m. Due to the fire damage to the top floor unit and the water damage to the bottom unit, two families were displaced. ECFR conducted the investigation and determined the fire was caused by discarded smoking materials. Minor injuries were sustained to two individuals during the fire, but all refused transportation to the hospital. The American Red Cross assisted those displaced by the fire.
At 12:08 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 14, ECFR units responded to a residential structure fire at the 3800 block of West Lloyd Street. A working bedroom fire was seen upon arrival. ECFR immediately went to work, bringing the situation under control by 12:30 a.m. with rapid water application. Damages were limited to the bedroom, but the occupants will be displaced while repairs occur. The American Red Cross assisted those displaced. There were no injuries or fatalities. ECFR determined the cause of the fire was due to an electric heater in one of the bedrooms.
The “Keep the Wreath Green” fire safety campaign is a collaborative initiative with the City of Pensacola to promote fire safety during the month of December. During the month-long campaign, five-foot wreaths are on display at 21 county fire stations and five city fire stations, as well as Escambia County’s Ernie Lee Magaha Government Building downtown, the Escambia County Public Safety Building and Pensacola City Hall. Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in a residential home.
Free Dog And Cat Adoptions At The Escambia Animal Shelter Through Sunday
December 16, 2023
The Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare is participating in the Bissell Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters- Holiday Hope” event through Sunday, December 17.
During this time, adoptions for all cats and dogs 1 year or older will be free. Puppies will be available for $50 and kittens will be available for $25. An $11 licensing fee will be applied to all adoptions for Escambia County residents. View all adoptable pets at the Animal Welfare and Adoption Center on 24petconnect.com.
“We are excited to partner with Bissell Pet Foundation for their ‘Holiday Hope’ adoption event,” said John Robinson, Director for the Department of Animal Welfare. “We have around 100 animals that would love to have a new family to celebrate this holiday season. We hope you will come to the Animal Welfare and Adoption Center, now open seven days a week, through Dec. 17, to help make these amazing dogs’ and cats’ holiday wishes come true.”
The Escambia County Animal Welfare and Adoption Center is located at 200 W. Fairfield Drive. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 12-5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. In addition, the Animal Welfare and Adoption Center is also open on Sundays until Dec. 17 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.