Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show Is Officially Canceled
October 31, 2025
The Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola 2025 Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow scheduled for November 14-15 has been canceled.
One of the largest events in northwest Florida, the annual two-day NAS Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow has been cancelled due to ongoing uncertainty regarding government funding.
“Due to the current funding situation and the lead time required to secure and execute the necessary contracts for performers and support services, cancellation of the 2025 Homecoming Airshow is unavoidable,” NAS Pensacola Commanding Officer Capt. Chandra ‘Mamasan’ Newman said. “This decision was not made lightly, and we recognize the impact it will have on the community.”
Newman added that event organizers made the decision after careful consideration of the financial requirements associated with executing the large-scale two-day event, which attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Pensacola area.
“The NAS Pensacola staff is devastated they’re unable to bring the community the Airshow they love,” Newman said. “The Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow is a cherished tradition celebrating the military presence and relationship with the wonderful City of Pensacola, the Gulf Coast community and the aviation enthusiasts we look forward to hosting each year.”
The air station’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Department said individuals who purchased Preferred Premium Seating tickets will be automatically refunded by Attendstar, the contracted vendor for sales, and should see the refund within a week.
NAS Pensacola said the base remains committed to its relationship with the local community and will evaluate the feasibility of hosting future public events as circumstances allow.
Pictured: The 2024 Blue Angels Homecoming Show. NorthEscambia.com photos by Perry Doggrell, click to enlarge.
Cantonment Man Sentenced To Life In Prison For Sexual Battery Of 5-Year-Old Girl
October 31, 2025
A Cantonment man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the sexual battery of of a 5-year-old girl.
Adrian Mark Enfinger, 71, was sentenced this Thursday by Judge John Simon to three consecutive life sentences in state prison on three capital felony counts of sexual battery on a person less than 12 years of age by a person in a familial or custodial authority.
“This defendant was the monster in this child’s life and there is not a mitigating factor ever in existence to justify the Court showing mercy in this case,” prosecuting attorney Carrie Gilmer said.
The abuse is alleged to have taken place between January 1 and October 20, 2024, at his Cantonment home.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office opened its investigation after being contacted by the Spanish Fort (AL) Police Department. Witnesses told Spanish Fort police that they observed Enfinger alone in a bedroom with the victim who was not wearing underwear and later disclosed the alleged inappropriate sexual contact. He was then made to leave the residence.
Escambia deputies observed text messages from Enfinger. “In the messages, Adrian talked about breaking the family’s trust, asking for forgiveness, and making a terrible mistake. He described what happened as only occurring for a limited amount of time,” according to an arrest report.
Deputies later reported obtaining additional text messages.
According to the report, “In the messages, Adrian asked for forgiveness. He asked them to keep what occurred in their family circle, warning if it became public, there will be bad repercussions. Adrian described his soul as dead and how easy it is to fall into ‘Satan’s web’. He expressed deep remorse, sorrow, and shame for what he did. He believed something in his brain said ‘wrongly’ it wasn’t all that bad and felt it wouldn’t hurt anyone. He told (redacted) that what he did was wrong, but he did not abuse (redacted) as much as she believed.”
In a forensic interview, the 5-year-old girl told investigators that Enfinger touched her inappropriately at her residence in Spanish Fort, and related incidents of sexual contact at his Cantonment residence.
Enfinger was interviewed under oath by an Escambia County deputy.
“He admitted to touching the victim…He confessed that everything the victim stated did in fact happen,” the ECSO deputy wrote in his report.
Project Provides Free Dictionaries For All Jim Allen Third Graders
October 31, 2025
Members of St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Cantonment recently presented new dictionaries to students at Jim Allen Elementary School.
Each third grader received their own copy of “A Student’s Dictionary.”
The goal of The Dictionary Project is to assist all students in becoming good writers, active readers, creative thinkers, and resourceful learners by providing them with their own personal dictionary.
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Sunny, High In The 60s Friday, Low Around 40
October 31, 2025
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 67. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 41. Calm wind.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 69. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. North wind around 5 mph.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 67. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 45. North wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 71.
Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low around 46.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 75.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 76.
Escambia Hires Firm To Align Quintette Road At Highway 95A, Add Traffic Signal
October 31, 2025
Escambia County has awarded a design services contract for the alignment of Quintette Road at Highway 95A.
The $471,245.45 contract was awarded to Momentum Engineering Group, Inc.
Currently, the east and west legs of Quintette Road are offset approximately 115 feet from one another, creating a hazard for the smooth flow of intersection traffic. There is no available right-of-way for a lateral shift on the west side of the intersection, but the east side has an approximate 100-foot right-of-way, which could accommodate a northerly shift Immediately adjacent to this intersection are a concrete plant, asphalt plant, a high-end vehicle restoration complex, a new residential development, and a new Circle K convenience store under construction on the northeast corner.
The design will also include a new traffic signal and a westbound right-turn lane onto Highway 95A. Momentum will also provide for public input, surveying, construction plan preparation, permitting, bidding assistance, and limited project construction oversight.
The total cost of the alignment project is estimated at $2.375 million for design and construction. Circle K has donated $250,000 and right-of-way toward the improvements. Escambia County has obligated $1.275 million, and Florida Department of Transportation’s Transportation Regional Incentive Program (TRIP) funding of $850,000 is allocated for 2026.
A timeline for the intersection construction work has not been announced.
Escambia County Offers Halloween Safety Tips
October 31, 2025
As the community participates in Halloween festivities and trick-or-treating , Escambia County encourages residents to celebrate safely by following the safety tips below:
Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips
- Plan your route. When planning where to trick-or-treat, make sure the location is in a well-lit, familiar community. Always remain on sidewalks or walking paths when possible.
- Cross streets safely. Use crosswalks when crossing the street. Make sure to always look both ways when crossing the street.
- Supervise children. A parent or guardian should always supervise trick-or-treaters under 12 years old.
- Travel in groups. When possible, trick-or-treat in groups.
- Wear visible costumes. When trick-or-treating at night, wear reflective tape, carry glow sticks or have a flashlight to remain visible to drivers.
- Wear masks safely. If your child is wearing a mask, make sure the holes around the eyes are large enough so they can see out.
- Sort through the candy. After trick-or-treating, sort through and discard any opened packaging or suspicious items.
- Drive slowly and remain alert. When traveling during Halloween, drive with extreme caution as trick-or-treaters are outside. Always drive slowly in neighborhoods and watch for any children crossing the street unexpectedly.
Button Battery Safety
Escambia County EMS reminds residents to be careful with button batteries. These small, disc-shaped batteries could look like a tasty treat, but they can have scary results. Swallowing a button battery can cause serious damage to the esophagus. If a button battery has been ingested, swallowing honey can slow down the harmful impacts until seen by a medical professional. Escambia County EMS created a video on button battery safety, which can be viewed here.
Fire Safety Tips
- Choose flame-resistant costumes. When selecting a costume, make sure to stay away from long, trailing fabric.
- Avoid the open flames. Keep all decorations away from open flames and other heat sources like light bulbs and heaters. Tell children to stay away from open flames and be sure they know how to stop, drop and roll if their clothing catches fire.
- Use battery-operated candles. Use a battery-operated candle or glow stick in jack-o’-lanterns. If you do use real candles, use extreme caution and watch children at all times.
- Keep exits clear. Make sure all decorations remain clear of all escape routes inside the home.
- Check your smoke alarms. Make sure all smoke alarms in the home are working.
Animal Safety Tips
- Keep pets comfortable. Keep any anxious pets safe on Halloween in a separate room or kennel with calming music and their favorite toys.
- Stash the candy away. Halloween candy, including chocolate and sugar-free candies, can cause severe health issues in pets when ingested. Lollipop sticks, wrappers, and plastic bits can also cause choking hazards or intestinal blockages. Keep your candy stash tucked away and remind kids to do the same.
- Costume comfort. Pet costumes should fit comfortably and not limit movement, sight, or their ability to breathe, bark or meow. Be sure to check the costume carefully for small, dangling or easily chewed-off pieces that could present a choking hazard. If a pet shows signs of distress in a costume, it’s best to leave it at home.
- Decorations can be dangerous. Halloween decorations are fun but can pose a threat to animals. Keep candles and jack-o’-lanterns out of reach and secure any electrical cord to prevent chewing. Avoid fake spiderwebs, glowsticks, or small decorative pieces that could be swallowed.
- Bring outdoor pets inside. If you have outdoor pets, help keep them safe on Halloween by bringing them inside.
- Check your pet records. Animal Welfare Officers respond to several bite calls every year on Halloween. Make sure your pets have a current rabies vaccination and can provide proof to an Animal Welfare Officer if a bite occurs. Pets should also have identification tags and/or microchips in the event they escape when opening the door to trick-or-treaters.
Florida Corrections, Local Law Enforcement Checking In On Sex Offenders For Halloween
October 31, 2025
The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) continues its annual efforts to protect Florida’s communities by conducting statewide compliance checks on sex offenders under felony supervision during the Halloween season. In partnership with state and local law enforcement agencies, FDC Probation Officers inspect residences to ensure individuals under supervision adhere to court-ordered restrictions and do not participate in Halloween-related activities.
“In the days leading up to and during Halloween, our Probation Officers, alongside law enforcement partners, work diligently to protect children and families. We commend their continued dedication to keeping Florida safe.” said said Florida Department of Corrections Secretary Ricky Dixon.
This critical initiative involves more than 5,000 home inspections statewide, verifying that sex offenders under supervision are not engaging in prohibited behaviors or posing any risk to the community. Officers ensure strict compliance with supervision conditions, which prohibit participation in Halloween activities such as distributing candy, displaying decorations, or interacting with children.
FDC said sex offenders under supervision must comply with all holiday-specific restrictions, including:
No distribution of candy or treats.
Turning off porch lights and closing blinds.
No exterior decorations.
Not answering the door to trick-or-treaters.
No costumes, masks, or attendance at Halloween events.
Those found in violation of supervision terms face immediate arrest and probation revocation.
Tates Aggies Beat The Escambia Gators By A Field Goal
October 31, 2025
The Tate Aggies beat the Escambia Gators 3-0 Thursday night at Emmitt Smith Field to end the regular season both teams.
A fourth quarter field goal from junior Ethan Priest earned the win for the visiting Aggies.
Tate ended the regulars season at 7-3, 1-2 in 6A District 1, while Escambia fell to 3-7, 1-1 in 4A District 1
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Friday Night Football Schedule (And Thursday Scores)
October 31, 2025
Here is the Friday football schedule for the North Escambia area, plus a few scores from Thursday night games.
FLORIDA
- Tate 3, Escambia 0 (Thursday)
- Pensacola High 30, Gulf Breeze 15 (Thursday)
- Northview at Flomaton
- J.U. Blacksher at Jay
- Pine Forest at West Florida
- Delhi (LA) at Pensacola Catholic
- Milton at Pace
- Navarre at Niceville
- Central at Wewahitchka
ALABAMA
- Escambia County (Atmore) 28, Hillcrest Evergreen 7 (Thursday)
- Northview at Flomaton
- Escambia Academy at Macon-East Montgomery Academy
- T.R. Miller at W.S. Neal
Pictured: The Northview Chiefs beat Central of Hayneville, Alabama, 60-0 last Friday night. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Federal Trial Date Set For Walnut Hill Man With Alleged Manifesto, Killing Spree Target List
October 30, 2025
Local charges have been dismissed and a federal trial date has been set for a Walnut Hill man who accidentally shot himself near Walnut Hill in July.
Joshua Dean Hardy, 26, was indicted in federal court for two counts of unlawful possession of firearm under the National Firearms Act (NFA), namely two unregistered and unserialized silencers and a destructive device, and one count of possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number.
He is now set for trial on November 10 at the federal courthouse in Pensacola before federal Judge T. Kent Wetherell II.
U.S. Magistrate Judge Zachary C. Bolitho ordered Hardy held without bond until trial because there are “no conditions of release that would reasonably assure the safety of any other person and the community.”
Federal court documents state that investigators found documents including a multipage document titled ‘Manifesto’ on his laptop.
“This is it, this is my final words of this whole ordeal,” is how the document begins, according to the U.S. Department of Justice, along with a list of names, some of which are names of known family members.
The document then says “All of these [expletive] pukes seek to destroy my ass in my prime then i’ll give them what they want, it isn’t the so called hidden names like they want but a tombstone like i told them**”**, according to investigators.
“Later in the document, it goes on to explain that he is going to begin his killing spree and identifies the ‘targets’,” court records state.
He had been charged locally with three counts of making and/or possession of a destructive device, use of a firearm during a felony, and possession of a firearm with the serial number removed.
Hardy accidentally shot himself shortly after 3 a.m. on July 23 while walking in the woods on family property at 5000 Sandy Hollow Road, just off West Highway 4. His grandmother told deputies that she received a call about 3:15 a.m. from Hardy**, stating he** had tripped while walking on their property with his rifle and he had shot himself in the leg. She picked him up and drove him to Atmore Community Hospital.
At the emergency room in Atmore, Hardy told deputies that he often walks their 22-acre property because he does not like people there, the report states. He said he stepped in a hole and dropped his rifle, accidentally grabbing it as it fell by the trigger and shot himself. He was adamant that he was not shooting at anyone and had no intent of harming himself.
According to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Hardy suffered a serious gunshot wound that shattered his tibia and fibula and nearly took his left big toe.