Hot, Slight Chance Of A Isolated Storm On Sunday

September 21, 2025

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Monday: Sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the morning.

Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the morning.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Light southwest wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning.

Wednesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind around 5 mph.

Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 87.

Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.

Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 87.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly clear, with a low around 63.

Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 87.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Archive

Federal Prison For Escambia County Felon For Possession Of A Loaded Firearm

September 21, 2025

A convicted Escambia County felon has been sentenced for possession of a loaded firearm.

Derek Samuel James Hunter, 37, was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison after previously pleading guilty to a possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon.

According to court records, in October 2024, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Medical Services responded to a possible shooting. At the scene, Hunter was found in possession of a loaded semiautomatic handgun. Hunter has prior felony convictions for fleeing and eluding law enforcement, aggravated assault with a firearm, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of cocaine.

The conviction and sentence were the result of a joint investigation by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News

Yvonne Marie Bailey

September 21, 2025

It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of Yvonne Marie Bailey. She passed away on September 02, 2025, after a short battle with cancer.

She was born on December 03, 1963, in Pensacola, Florida to Edward and Marilyon Knight who she was preceded in death by. Marie loved her family more than anything. Her children, grandchildren, siblings, cousins and friends all held a special place in her heart.

She was always thinking about others and would give her last dollar to a stranger. She had a passion for arts and crafts. She is survived by her partner, Tommy Brown; sons, Gerald Hank Adams, Edward (Meagan) Luther Adams, and Joshua Levitt Bailey; siblings, Sherri Butler, Candy Knight and David Knight; grandchildren, Willow Adams, Ivy Adams and Porter Adams; and her special friend, Susan Camperlino.

A service will be held at American Legion Post 340, 8890 Ashland Avenue in Pensacola on September 27, 2025, from noon until 3 p.m. All family and friends are welcome.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries

UWF Argos Move To 3-0 With Dramatic Road Win Over North Greenville

September 21, 2025

The UWF football team survived itself and an opponent’s grit Saturday night to remain unbeaten.

After leading 19-3 at halftime, the No. 3-ranked Argos’ self-inflicted miscues helped enable North Greenville to get back in the game all the way to the final play of UWF’s 25-17 victory against the Trailblazers at Younts Stadium.

The Argos (4-0) scored what seemed a game-sealing touchdown with 2:26 remaining, but the extra point was blocked – the Argos third point-after miss in the game – thus giving North Greenville a final chance to force overtime on its final possession.

The Trailblazers (1-2) drove from their own 7, exhausting all their timeouts when lining up with three seconds remaining from the UWF 8. Three Argos defenders converged on North Greenville quarterback Dylan Ramirez. As he was being tackled and falling to the ground, he threw a pass caught by Kimon O’Sullivan in the back of the end zone.

But the officials ruled his knee touched the ground before the ball left his hand. Therefore a quarterback sack and game over.

It was a wild end to what became a suspenseful game. In winning, UWF matches its best start in four seasons and will have a bye week upcoming to take a deep breath.

Here’s how it unfolded.

FIRST HALF
The Argos’ first of several special-teams mistakes led to North Greenville scoring the game’s first points.

The Trailblazers were stopped on their first possession deep inside their territory, but punt struck UWF’s punt returner Tony Newsome as a teammate was blocking a defender into him. The Trailblazers recovered at the Argos’ 41 and drove to the 10 where Cillian Bonner converted a 28-yard field goal.

On the ensuing possession, UWF took the lead in two plays. Quarterback Marcus Stokes threw a perfect slant pass to wide open Tyree Holloway, who went 68 yards for the score. The point-after was converted for a 7-3 lead.

Again, UWF’s defense came out with a stop. This time, Newsome returned it 36 yards to the North Greenville 35 to set up TJ Lane’s 2-yard scoring run five plays later. UWF kicker Brogan Woeber missed the extra point.

The next time UWF got the ball, another touchdown ensued. Stokes connected with Corey Scott on a deep ball to the North Greenville 1. Jay Sharp bulled his way into the end zone on the next play. An offsides penalty on UWF ensued as the PAT was converted. The repeat kick was no good and UWF had its 19-3 lead with 7:33 left in the half.

That penalty was among 13 whistled against UWF for 110 yards.

SECOND HALF
The Argos offense never got going most of the second half. Three third-quarter possessions ended on a punt, a trick-play interception and a fourth-down incompletion.

Meanwhile, North Greenville got within striking distance following the interception at UWF’s 43. The Trailblazers completed a seven-play drive when Ramirez threw a 5-yard TD pass to Eric Rasheed. Ramirez then converted the 2-point play with a pass with 4:38 left in the third quarter.

Stokes had passes dropped that could have extended drives during the stretch. That kept the Trailblazers within striking distance. They drove 76 yards in eight plays to get within 19-17 as 6:17 remained. The potential 2-point conversion to tie was thwarted by UWF’s pass rush to force an incompletion.

On the ensuing possession, Stokes made the game’s biggest play with a 59-yard pass to Quinn Sieger to the North Greenville 4. Three plays later, Lane scored on a third-down run from the 3 with 2:26 left. But the extra point snap was high, freezing Woeber for a split-second and causing the kick to be blocked.

A conversion would have essentially sealed the game. The Trailblazers then created the end-of-game drama with a 14-play drive that ended with the dramatic final play.

KEY PERFORMANCES
QB Marcus Stokes completed 18 of 31 passes for 323 yards, 1 touchdown and was not sacked. He also was UWF’s leading rusher with 48 yards on six carries.
RB T.J. Lane had 12 carries for 35 yards. Two of those carries, however, resulted in touchdowns through the defensive line.
WR Tyree Holloway led seven different receivers who caught passes with his best performance this season, catching eight passes for 141 yards and a touchdown.
LB Walker Robinson fought off an early game injury to finish with 12 tackles and broke up a pass.
DL Christian Ware-Terry led the pressure on the game’s final play, helping bring North Greenville’s Ramirez to the ground. He finished with six tackles, 2.5 for lost yards, 1.5 sacks.
P Michel Shine had three punts for 141 yards, a 47-yard average.

COACH NOBLES
“We got up to the quarterback a little bit, made him scramble and his knee was down before he got rid of the football. Great call by refs, you could see on the field and I’m excited about how our guys finished the game right there.”

“It feels good. We needed that going into the bye week. It’s good for our guys to be challenged. North Greenville is a very good team and they will make some noise. My heart rate is definitely up from the game but I’m proud how the boys finished the game right there.”
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NEXT UP: UWF will have this week to recoup with a bye week on Sept. 27. They will then make their longest trip, traveling to Tahlequah, Oklahoma to face Northeastern State on Oct. 4.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News, Sports, TOP sports

Brenda Gail Deese

September 21, 2025

Peacefully and surrounded by her family, Brenda Gail Deese passed away on September 18, 2025 at the age of 72. Gail was born in Century, Florida on March 23, 1953, to Clifton and Jeanette Lowry. She graduated from Jay High School in 1971 and shortly thereafter married the love of her life, Lee Deese.

Gail was known for her boundless love and generosity. A truly selfless individual, she gave herself freely to family, friends, and even strangers. Gails kindness and compassion touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to have known her.

She will be lovingly remembered by her son, David (Amber) Deese; grandchildren: Cooper Deese and Carrington Deese; great grand-daughter, Paisley Harigel; brother, Clifton (Chriss) Lowry; sister, Nancy (Gary) Daugett; brother in law, WJ (Linda) Deese; sister in laws, Theresa (Billy) Rainey and Joann Deese; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 46 years, Lee Deese; son, Daniel Deese; grandson, Sawyer Deese; parents, Clifton and Jeanette Lowry; In laws, Willard and Juanita Deese; brother in law, Havis Deese.

Services will be held Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Cornerstone Christian Church. Visitation will be held from 12pm-2pm, with the service immediately following at 2pm with Bobby Carnley, Zach Carnley and Colby Odom officiating. Burial will follow at Cora Cemetery.

Pallbearers are David Deese, Cooper Deese, Bryce Preston, Josh Daugett, Justin Daugett, Jeremiah Daugett and Randy Lowry

The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at UAB Hospital and Emerald Coast Hospice for their care and compassion.

Jay Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under Obituaries

Tate High School Crowns Homecoming Queen Destiny Moorer (With Photo Gallery)

September 20, 2025

Friday night, Tate High School crowned Homecoming Queen Destiny Moorer. First runner-up to the queen was Taylor Dyer, and second runner-up was McKenna Lister.

For a homecoming queen and court photo gallery, click here.

Aakira Davis Named Northview High Homecoming Queen (With Photo Gallery)

September 20, 2025

Aakira Davis was crowned Northview High School’s 2025 homecoming queen Friday night.

First runner-up was Maggie Stewart, and Noel Pugh was named second runner-up. Val Franco was named junior maid, Carmen Garcia was named sophomore maid, and Briley Moore was named freshman maid.

For a photo gallery, click or tap here.

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Pictured top: First runner-up Maggie Steward, Homecoming Queen Aakira Davis, and Second runner-up Noel Pugh. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under FEATURE TOP STORY, Features, News

Tate Aggies Beat West Florida 27-7 (With Photo Gallery)

September 20, 2025

The Tate Aggies celebrated homecoming with a 27-7 win over the West Florida Jaguars Friday night at Pete Gindl Stadium.

Tate head coach Rhett Summerford has led the Aggies since their 2022 season, and notably, he came home to Tate from the head coaching job at West Florida. His brother, Wes Summerford, is in his first season as head coach at West Florida after leaving the Northview Chiefs. The “Summerford Bowl” was split the first two times around back when Wes was at Northview.

Both teams were 3-1 coming into Friday night.

For a game action photo gallery, click here.

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The game was scoreless in the second quarter when quarterback Miles Delarosa found Noah Calderon for a 68-yard touchdown and a 7-0 Aggie lead. West Florida answered with a short quarterback keeper to tie it up 7-7.

Later, Delarosa found Calderon again for another Tate TD.

In the third quarter, Tanner Clark scored another Tate touchdown, and Clark added another touchdown to make the final score, 27-7.

West Florida dropped to 3-2 and has a bye next week.

The Aggies, now 4-1, will travel to Navarre (0-4) next Friday night at 7:30.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News, Sports, TOP sports

Holmes County Defeats The Northview Chiefs (With Gallery)

September 20, 2025

The Northview Chiefs lost 25-12 during homecoming night to the Holmes County Blue Devils.

Both teams were 1-3 coming into Friday night’s contest in Tommy Weaver Memorial Stadium in Bratt.

For more game photos, click here.

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The loss dropped the Chiefs to 1-4 on the season. Up next, they have a bye week to prepare for an October 3 away game against the Baker Gators, who are currently undefeated with a 5-0 record.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News, Sports, TOP sports

Vet Pharmaceutical Company Pegasus Laboratories Expands Escambia County Facility, Adds Jobs

September 20, 2025

Pegasus Laboratories, a subsidiary of PBI-Gordon Companies and a leading manufacturer of veterinary pharmaceuticals, celebrated the grand opening of its expanded facility in Escambia County this week.

The newly renovated facility in the Ellyson Industrial Park will create nearly 70 new jobs, including highly skilled positions across manufacturing, quality control, research and development, and management.

“By expanding our operations in Pensacola, we’re not just increasing our production capacity, but we’re also investing in the future of our employees and the communities we serve,” said Steve Clifford, CEO of Pegasus Laboratories. “Our growth here is a direct result of the support from the FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance, Triumph Gulf Coast, and local economic development partners who understand the importance of sustainable, high-tech jobs.”

The new facility, spanning 172,000 square feet, consist of a three phased build out which will increase manufacturing capacity, provide state-of-the-art laboratory spaces, and enhance the company’s ability to produce high-quality veterinary products for pets.

The expansion was made possible through the efforts of the FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance identifying a $2.5 million grant from Triumph Gulf Coast to the Pensacola–Escambia Promotion and Development Commission (PEDC) for the acquisition of the facility.

“The funding of this renovated facility is an example of how targeted public investment can drive meaningful economic impact,” said David Bear, President of the FloridaWest board of directors. “We are thrilled to see Pegasus Laboratories continue to grow in Pensacola, creating valuable, high-skilled jobs in the life sciences sector.”

Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News

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