Tate Grad Participates In Mass Casualty Drill On Guided Missile Cruiser
June 13, 2023
A Tate High School graduate participated in a drill on a guided missile carrier recently. Pictured above, sailors secure Seaman Jayden Owens, from Cantonment, to a rescue sleeve as he simulates a casualty during a mass casualty drill aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) in the Philippine Sea on June. Antietam is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70, and is forward-deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, to support the security of the U.S. and its Allies in the Indo-Pacific. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ryre Arciaga for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
No Serious Injuries Reported In Highway 97 Wreck
June 13, 2023
There were no serious injuries reported in a single vehicle crash on Highway 97 south of Walnut Hill Monday afternoon.
The driver of an older model Hyundai Elantra lost control, ran off the roadway and struck a culvert.
The driver and passenger were not seriously injured.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.
The crash was not believed to be related to another nearby wreck.
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Molino 12U Teams Take First And Second At All Star Tournament
June 13, 2023
Molino Ballpark 12U teams brought home first and second places in this past weekend’s All Star Tournament. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
More Showers And Storms Possible Tuesday
June 13, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise partly sunny, with a high near 89. Light west wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 75. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind around 10 mph.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75.
Juneteenth: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Kirk Anthony Britt
June 13, 2023
Kirk Anthony Britt, 54 of Grand Bay, AL, passed away June 3, 2023 in Grand Bay, AL. He was born in Pensacola, FL, on November 4, 1968, to Douglas and Estelle Joiner Britt. He was an avid outdoorsman and a pipefitter most of his life.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Melissa Mitchell Britt of Grand Bay, AL; his father, Douglas (Peggy) Britt of Cantonment, FL; his children, Tyler (Madison) Britt of Moss Point, MS, Christian Britt of Grand Bay, AL, Jessica (Rodney) Keith of Moss Point, MS, Joshua (Sarah) Jerry of Montgomery, AL, Angelica Jerry (Ronnie) Rand of Grand Bay, AL and his sister, Rhadonna (Tom) Andrews of Molino, FL; seven grandchildren: Ava, Andrew, Jase, Ashton, Elliana, Eli, Summer; one niece, Brittany; two nephews, Lance and Trent and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 11 a.m at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore with Bro. Jimmy Lee, Bro. Rusty Knowles and Bro. Shane Britt officiating.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 14, 2023m from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Several Injured In Sunday Molino Wreck
June 12, 2023
Several people were injured in a two vehicle crash midday Sunday near Molino.
The crash happened at the intersection of South Highway 99 and Molino Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol said a Dodge Ram 3500, driven by a 74-year man, and a SUV, driven by a 28-year old female, collided about 11:40 a.m.
There were three passengers in the SUV — another 28-year old female, a 12-year old girl and a 12-year old boy.
The female driver of the SUV was airlifted to a Pensacola hospital, while others were transported by Escambia County EMS. None of their injuries were considered life-threatening.
FHP is investigating the cause of the crash. The Molino, Cantonment and McDavid stations of Escambia County Fire Rescue, and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded.
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Escambia, FL, Man Arrested On Multiple Drug Charges After Atmore Tag Violation
June 12, 2023
An Escambia County, Florida, man was arrested on drug charges after being stopped for a tag violation in Atmore.
The Atmore Police Department said they stopped 57-year old Clifford Alan Lewis for driving a vehicle displaying a license plate that was registered to another vehicle. Police said he gave consent to search the vehicle.
During the search, officers reported finding about 9.1 grams of a green leafy substance that field tested positive for marijuana, approximately 13.5 grams of a crystal-like substance that field tested positive for methamphetamine, .05 grams of a brown grainy substance that field tested positive for heroin, approximately 2.4 grams of a white powdery substance that field tested positive for cocaine, a glass pipe with residue, and digital scales.
Lewis was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana first degree. Monday, he remained in the Escambia County (AL) Detention Center without bond.
Florida Gas Prices Jump Into Summer Season Up A Dime
June 12, 2023
Florida gas prices jumped an average of 10 cents per gallon last week, according to AAA. Sunday’s state average of $3.46 per gallon is the most expensive daily average price since mid-May.
In Escambia County, the average price per gallon was $3.20. In North Escambia, a low of $3.14 could be found at a station on Highway 29 in Cantonment. In Pensacola, prices were as low as $2.97 at the warehouse clubs.
Summer hasn’t officially begun, but the driving season is off to a roaring start,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Gasoline demand figures from the past few weeks have been stronger than what we saw during this same time last year. That has contributed to volatility at the gas pump, which is perfectly normal this time of year. The good news for drivers is that oil prices remain low. As long as that’s the case, the state average should remain below this year’s high of $3.72 per gallon.”
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Scattered Afternoon Downpours Likely Monday Afternoon
June 12, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly in the afternoon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Light southwest wind becoming west 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 90. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Breezy, with a southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Wednesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Pictured: A Sunday afternoon downpour at Highway 29 and Morris Avenue in Cantonment. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
NWE All Stars Win Cal Ripken 10U Championship, Flomaton Takes Second
June 12, 2023
The Northwest Escambia 10U All Stars won the Cal Ripken District 7 10U All Star Tournament this past weekend in Flomaton. The Flomaton Hurricanes took the runner-up spot after falling 4-1 to NWE. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
