Slight Chance of Rain, Then Sunny On Sunday
September 6, 2025
Here is your official NorthEscambia.com forecast:
Tonight: Partly cloudy with a slight chance of a shower and a a low around 70. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph after midnight.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 89. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 87. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 67. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. East wind around 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 67. East wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 87. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 68.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 89.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 66.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 89.
High School Football Scoreboard
September 6, 2025
Here are Friday night football scores from the North Escambia area (along with two Thursday night scores).
FLORIDA
Freeport 48, Northview 43 [Story, photos...]
West Florida 34, Fort Walton Beach 14
Niceville 35, Pine Forest 14
Pensacola Catholic 42, Tallahassee Godby 28
Baker 41, Central 6
Jay (Bye week)
Escambia (Bye week)
Navarre (Bye week)
Thursday Games
Tate 41, Pensacola High 0 [Story, photos...]
Milton 14, Washington 13
ALABAMA
Flomaton 28, Excel 7
Jackson 40, Escambia County (Atmore) 0
Escambia Academy 62, Springwood 0
T.R. Miller 35, Monroe County 8
St. Michael Catholic 43, W.S. Neal 29
Pictured: The Northview Chiefs fell to Freeport 48-43 Friday night in Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Tate Varsity Sweeps West Florida In Straight Sets, JV Fall To The Lady Jags
September 6, 2025
The Tate Aggies varsity swept three straight from West Florida Friday night at Tate, while the Aggies JV slipped to the Jags.
Tate 2, West Florida 0
The Tate Aggies varsity volleyball team secured a commanding clean sweep against the West Florida Jaguars on Friday night at Tate. After a slow start, the Aggies found their rhythm in the first set, winning 25-16. They continued their dominance in the second set, holding off a late Jaguars push to win 25-20. The third set was a masterclass in teamwork and execution, with the Aggies taking a convincing 25-11 victory to seal the match.
Next week, the Aggies will travel to Escambia on Monday, Choctawhatchee on Tuesday, and Pace on Friday.
West Florida 2, Tate 1 (JV)
After a tough first-set 13-25 Aggies loss to West Florida in junior varsity action, Tate rallied with a thrilling 27-25 victory in the second set. The JV Aggies carried that momentum into the deciding third set, but West Florida held on to win 16-14 to take the match.
ECSO Hosts Coffee With A Cop In Davisville
September 6, 2025
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office held “Coffee With A Cop” Friday morning at the Rustic Rooster on Highway 97 in Davisville.
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office’s work in the community. It is a great way for Escambia County deputies and community members to come together, build relationships, and, of course, drink coffee.
Click here for a photo gallery.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Foundation and sponsors provided free coffee during the event. Organizers said the event was a huge success.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
What Channel? Here’s Where To Watch Today’s College Football
September 6, 2025
Here is this week’s college football schedule and where to watch the games.
All times are Central.
Saturday, September 6
11 a.m. | Kent State at No. 24 Texas Tech | TNT/truTV/HBO Max
11 a.m. | San Jose State at No. 7 Texas | ABC
11 a.m. | Iowa at No. 16 Iowa State | FOX
11 a.m. | No. 11 Illinois at Duke | ESPN
11 a.m. | Liberty at Jacksonville State | CBSSN
11 a.m. | East Texas A&M at No. 14 Florida State | ACC Network
11 a.m. | Baylor at No. 17 SMU | The CW Network
11 a.m. | Virginia at NC State | ESPN2
11 a.m. | FIU at No. 2 Penn State | Big Ten Network
11 a.m. | Kennesaw State at No. 23 Indiana | FS1
11 a.m. | Northwestern State at Minnesota | Big Ten Network
11 a.m. | Central Michigan at Pitt | ESPNU
11 a.m. | UConn at Syracuse | ESPN+/ACC Extra
11 a.m. | Sacred Heart at Lehigh | ESPN+
11 a.m. | Thomas More at Dayton | Dayton YouTube
11 a.m. | Lincoln (PA) at Duquesne | NEC Front Row
11 a.m. | New Haven at Mercyhurst | NEC Front Row
11:45 a.m. | Utah State at No. 19 Texas A&M | SEC Network
12 p.m. | Wagner at Georgetown | ESPN+
12 p.m. | Lafayette at Stonehill | NEC Front Row
12 p.m. | Truman State at Butler | FloFootball
12 p.m. | Eastern Illinois at Indiana State | ESPN+
12 p.m. | Bucknell at Marist | ESPN+
12 p.m. | UAlbany at Delaware State | ESPN+
12:30 p.m. | Ferrum College at VMI | ESPN+
1 p.m. | Western Carolina at Wake Forest | ESPN+/ACC Extra
1 p.m. | Howard at Temple | ESPN+
1 p.m. | Presbyterian at Furman | ESPN+
1 p.m. | Robert Morris at Youngstown State | ESPN+
1:30 p.m. | Chattanooga at Tennessee Tech | ESPN+
1:30 p.m. | North Dakota State at Tennessee State | ESPN+
2 p.m. | Idaho State at New Mexico | Mountain West Network
2:30 p.m. | Troy at No. 8 Clemson | ACC Network
2:30 p.m. | No. 20 Ole Miss at Kentucky | ABC
2:30 p.m. | Saint Francis (PA) at Buffalo | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | Oklahoma State at No. 6 Oregon | CBS/Paramount+
2:30 p.m. | Kansas at Missouri | ESPN2
2:30 p.m. | Fresno State at Oregon State | The CW Network
2:30 p.m. | Austin Peay at No. 4 Georgia | ESPN+/SEC Network+
2:30 p.m. | UAB at Navy | CBSSN
2:30 p.m. | Bryant at UMass | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | Lindenwood at Appalachian State | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | Bowling Green at Cincinnati | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | Miami (Ohio) at Rutgers | Peacock
2:30 p.m. | Grambling at No. 1 Ohio State | Big Ten Network
2:30 p.m. | Delaware at Colorado | FOX
2:30 p.m. | North Texas at Western Michigan | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | ETSU at No. 22 Tennessee | ESPN+/SEC Network+
2:30 p.m. | Gardner-Webb at Georgia Tech | ESPN+/ACC Extra
2:30 p.m. | Texas State at UTSA | ESPN+
2:30 p.m. | The Citadel at Samford | ESPN+
3 p.m. | West Virginia at Ohio | ESPNU
3 p.m. | Middle Tennessee State at Wisconsin | FS1
3 p.m. | St. Thomas at Idaho | ESPN+
3 p.m. | UNI at Wyoming | Altitude Sports/Mountain West Network
3:15 p.m. | South Florida at No. 13 Florida | SEC Network
4 p.m. | Sacramento State at Nevada | Mountain West Network
4 p.m. | Jackson State at Southern Miss | ESPN+
4 p.m. | Arkansas State at Arkansas | ESPN+/SEC Network+
4 p.m. | Utah Tech at Northern Arizona | ESPN+
5 p.m. | North Carolina Central at Old Dominion | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Campbell at East Carolina | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Cal Poly at No. 25 Utah | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Missouri State at Marshall | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Texas Southern at Cal | ESPN+/ACC Extra
5 p.m. | Florida A&M at FAU | ESPN+
5 p.m. | AIC at Central Connecticut State | NEC Front Row
5 p.m. | Warner at Stetson | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Davidson at Elon | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Rhode Island at Stony Brook | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Elizabeth City State at Hampton | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Holy Cross at New Hampshire | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Monmouth at Fordham | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Richmond at Wofford | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Houston Christian at Eastern Kentucky | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Colgate at Villanova | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Maine at William & Mary | FloFootball
5 p.m. | Saint Anselm at Merrimack | ESPN+
5 p.m. | Virginia State at Norfolk State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Tulane at South Alabama | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Bethune-Cookman at No. 5 Miami (Fla.) | ESPN+/ACC Extra
6 p.m. | Western Kentucky at Toledo | ESPN+
6 p.m. | North Carolina at Charlotte | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Memphis at Georgia State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Army at Kansas State | ESPN
6 p.m. | Houston at Rice | ESPN+
6 p.m. | South Carolina State at No. 10 South Carolina | ESPN+/SEC Network+
6 p.m. | North Carolina A&T at UCF | ESPN+
6 p.m. | LIU at Eastern Michigan | ESPN+
6 p.m. | West Georgia at Nicholls | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Adrian College at Valparaiso | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Portland State at North Dakota | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Alcorn State at Alabama A&M | HBCU GO
6 p.m. | Mississippi Valley State at Tarleton State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Morehead State at Illinois State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | North Alabama at Southeast Missouri State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Arkansas-Pine Bluff at Central Arkansas | ESPN+
6 p.m. | South Dakota at Lamar | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Alabama State at Southern | ESPN+
6 p.m. | UTRGV at Prairie View A&M | SWAC TV
6 p.m. | Northern Colorado at Colorado State | Altitude Sports/Mountain West Network
6 p.m. | Towson at Morgan State | ESPN+
6 p.m. | Southeastern Louisiana at Murray State | ESPN+
6:30 p.m. | No. 12 Arizona State at Mississippi State | ESPN2
6:30 p.m. | Vanderbilt at Virginia Tech | ACC Network
6:30 p.m. | No. 15 Michigan at No. 18 Oklahoma | ABC
6:30 p.m. | Charleston Southern at Coastal Carolina | ESPN+
6:30 p.m. | Ball State at Auburn | ESPNU
6:30 p.m. | Boston College at Michigan State | NBC/Peacock
6:30 p.m. | Akron at Nebraska | Big Ten Network
6:30 p.m. | Southern Illinois at Purdue | Big Ten Network
6:30 p.m. | Georgia Southern at USC | FS1
6:30 p.m. | Louisiana Tech at No. 3 LSU | ESPN+/SEC Network+
6:45 p.m. | UL Monroe at No. 21 Alabama | SEC Network
7 p.m. | McNeese at Louisiana | ESPN+
7 p.m. | UCLA at UNLV | CBSSN
7 p.m. | South Dakota State at Montana State | ESPN+
7 p.m. | Stephen F. Austin at Abilene Christian | ESPN+
7 p.m. | Central Washington at Montana | ESPN+
8 p.m. | UT Martin at UTEP | ESPN+
8 p.m. | Tulsa at New Mexico State | ESPN+
8 p.m. | Southern Utah at San Diego | ESPN+
9 p.m. | Weber State at Arizona | ESPN+
9:15 p.m. | San Diego State at Washington State | The CW Network
9:15 p.m. | Stanford at BYU | ESPN
10 p.m. | UC Davis at Washington | Big Ten Network
10:59 p.m. | Sam Houston at Hawaii | Spectrum Sports
Schomberg Flirts With Perfection In Second Straight Wahoos Shutout Win
September 6, 2025
written by Erik Bremer
In just his second career Double-A start, Will Schomberg took a perfect game through 6.2 innings and led the Pensacola Blue Wahoos to a 5-0 victory over the Biloxi Shuckers on Friday night.
Coming on the heels of a combined one-hit shutout from three Pensacola pitchers on Thursday, Schomberg (W, 1-1) picked up right where his teammates left off. From the fifth inning of Thursday’s 2-0 win into the seventh inning of Friday’s contest, the Blue Wahoos retired 34 straight Biloxi batters.
Though his perfect game bid was broken up by a Blake Burke bloop single with two outs in the seventh inning, Schomberg recovered to strike out Zavier Warren on his 100th pitch to walk off the mound on a high note. His 7.0 innings marked a professional career high, and his 10 strikeouts tied a career high last set in July with the Beloit Sky Carp.
The Blue Wahoos turned 12 singles into five runs throughout the night, providing Schomberg the run support he needed to focus on his attempt at history. RBI singles from Gage Miller and Emaarion Boyd put Pensacola ahead 2-0 in the second inning, and an infield error in the fifth was followed by a Payton Green RBI single to give the Blue Wahoos a 4-0 edge.
Shuckers starter Jaron DeBerry (L, 2-1) departed after allowing a Connor Caskenette RBI single in the sixth inning, but the Blue Wahoos had already secured more than enough support for their dominant pitching staff. Schomberg was relieved by Jesse Bergin and Josh Ekness, both of whom worked around a pair of singles in an inning of work to finish off a five-hit shutout.
Pensacola’s back-to-back shutouts marked their ninth time blanking an opponent in consecutive games in team history, and their first since accomplishing the same feat in Biloxi on May 28 and 29, 2024.
With the win, the Blue Wahoos kept pace with first-place Montgomery in the second half South Division standings, trailing by 5.0 games with 8 to play in the regular season.
The Blue Wahoos continue their series against the Shuckers on Saturday.
Escambia County Felon Pleads Guilty To Federal Drug And Firearm Charges
September 6, 2025
An Escambia County man has pleaded guilty to federal drug and firearm charges.
John Cody Hawthorne, 32, pleaded to charges of possession of firearms and ammunition by convicted felon, possession of a short-barreled rifle, and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
Court documents show that Hawthorne, who was on state probation at the time, was in possession of multiple firearms as well as illegal narcotics. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at Hawthorne’s residence and located seven firearms in his bedroom, one of which was a short-barreled rifle, as well as over 400 live rounds of ammunition, marijuana, methamphetamine, ballistic body armor, and several thousand dollars.
Hawthorne faces up to 15 year is prison on the possession of firearm by convicted felon count, up to 10 years on the possession of short-barreled rifle count, and up to 20 years imprisonment on the drug possession charge. He will be sentenced on November 13 at the federal courthouse in Pensacola.
“I applaud the excellent work of Sheriff Chip Simmons and our federal law enforcement partners to make our community safer by getting this dangerous individual off the streets,” said United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida John P. Heekin.
The case involved a joint investigation by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Jessica S. Etherton.
Chad Alan Williams
September 6, 2025
Chad Alan Williams, age 48, departed this life on September 4, 2025.
Chad was a man of quiet strength, quick wit, and deep loyalty. He had a way of making people feel at ease—whether through a well-timed joke, a helping hand, or simply being present when it mattered most. His life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a love for those closest to him.
A proud graduate of Pine Forest High School, Chad carried the values of hard work and camaraderie with him throughout his life.
He went on to co-found Williams-Brown Construction, a commercial building company he started with his business associate, Jeremy Brown. Together, they built numerous structures throughout the Pensacola area, leaving a tangible legacy of dedication, skill, and pride in their work. Chad’s mark on the community stands in steel and stone— buildings that will continue to serve and inspire for years to come.
He found joy in the outdoors, especially through hunting and fishing, and traveled extensively to pursue that passion—hunting all around the world. Yet what mattered most to him wasn’t the destination, but the company. He cherished the time spent sharing those experiences with his children, niece, and nephews. Whether it was early mornings in the woods or quiet afternoons by the water, Chad made those moments feel like adventures— full of laughter, patience, and connection.
By his side through many of those adventures was his loyal canine companion, Moose. Chad raised Moose from a puppy and trained him at some of the finest duck hunting camps in the country. The two were inseparable in the field—Moose was not just a hunting dog, but a trusted friend and a reflection of Chad’s patience, skill, and love for the outdoors.
Chad is survived by his three daughters: Makenley Williams, Maggie Williams, and Molly Williams—each of whom was the light of his life. His world revolved around them, and the love he held for his girls was deep, enduring, and unmistakable.
He is also survived by his mother, Deborah Williams; his sisters, Stephanie (Williams) Hamrac and her husband Mike, and Becky (Williams) Johnson and her husband Brandon; his cousins, Jameson Reynolds and his wife Andrea, Chris Reynolds and his wife Dawn, and Lucas Knight and his wife Dee; as well as his beloved niece, nephews, great-niece, great-nephew, extended family, and many friends.
Chad was preceded in death by his father, Wallace R. Williams Jr., and his grandfather, Wallace R. Williams Sr. Their memory lives on in the stories and love that shaped Chad’s life.
Special thanks to the West Family in Mississippi for their kindness and support during this time. Your love and care have meant more than words can express.
Visitation will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 12, followed by the funeral service at 12:00 PM, both at Pensacola Memorial Gardens. A graveside service will follow immediately after.
Pallbearers will be Chad Henderson, Chad Brown, Beau Pollard, Donald Perry, Steve Jordan, and Gray Hassell—each a friend and brother-in-arms who stood beside Chad in life and now honor him in rest.
And if you ever find yourself needing to change the subject, just remember Chad’s favorite line:
“Did y’all see that rabbit?”
Man Rescued After Becoming Trapped Under Farm Equipment
September 5, 2025
A man was trapped under a piece of farm equipment Friday morning northeast of Walnut Hill.
The man was working under a hay cutter in a field on Miller Road off Rockaway Creek Road near the Florida-Alabama state line. The hydraulic system that kept the machinery off the ground reportedly failed, causing it to fall across the man’s legs and pin him underneath. He was able to call a relative who then called 911.
A firefighter from the Walnut Hill Station of Escambia Fire Rescue was able to use a jack and an airlifting bag to lift the equipment off and free the man.
LifeFlight responded; however, the man was transported to the hospital by Escambia County EMS with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
The Atmore Fire Department and multiple Escambia County Fire Rescue units were dispatched to the call, but most were canceled prior to arrival.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Cantonment Man Faces Felony Charges For Alleged Shots Fired, Robbery At Local Gas Station
September 5, 2025
A Cantonment man faces multiple felony charges following a domestic violence incident at a local gas station that included a robbery and shots fired.
Anthony Antonio Purifoy Jr., 30, was arrested on August 30 after deputies responded to a complaint of shots fired at the Valero Gas Station at 210 South Highway 29, across from International Paper.
According to a report from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began when Purifoy entered the gas station and allegedly snatched $60 in cash from his ex-girlfriend. The report notes that the two had been in a relationship for approximately three and a half years and had recently separated.
Following a verbal altercation inside the store, the argument continued outside, where the victim stated that Purifoy ’snatched’ her glasses from her face. As she got into a vehicle with her family, Purifoy allegedly became irate, banging on the vehicle and making verbal threats. Witnesses stated that Purifoy then discharged a firearm into the air several times while in close proximity to his ex-girlfriend. She reported that while he did not point the gun at her, she feared for her life, noting that he had threatened violence in the past, but this was the first time a firearm was involved.
Deputies arrived on the scene and located two .22 caliber shell casings on the ground. Several witnesses, who wished to remain anonymous out of fear of retaliation, identified Purifoy Jr. as the shooter.
Deputies attempted to locate Purifoy at the Black Diamond club next door to the gas station, where multiple people were coming in and out of the doors.
“However, when they approached (Black Diamond), several people started shouting for others to lock the door; therefore, deputies were unable to get inside,” the report states.
Purifoy was found hiding in the woods near the gas station, where he was apprehended.
After being read his Miranda warnings, Purifoy Jr. denied firing a weapon or having a girlfriend and claimed he was in the woods to urinate and was not trying to hide. Deputies noted scratches on his face, which Purifoy Jr. attributed to the thorn bushes. A criminal history check revealed Purifoy had a prior felony conviction in Florida.
Deputies noted that he had a large sum of cash in his possession at the time of his arrest, including three $20 bills that were allegedly snatched from the victim.
Purifoy was booked into the Escambia County Jail on August 30 on charges of battery in a domestic violence situation, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in a domestic violence situation, robbery by sudden snatching, possession of a weapon by a convicted Florida felon, and discharging a firearm in public. He was released from the Escambia County Jail the following day on a $40,000 bond.
The victim was not injured and refused EMS.