Mobile Dental Unit Schedules Regular Visits to Century
October 1, 2025
The Community Health Northwest Florida (CHNWF) mobile dental unit will begin making regular visits to the town of Century starting in November, and appointments are being accepted now.
The first mobile dental day in Century is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 24, at Community Health on Industrial Boulevard. Dates for additional visits will be announced at a later time.
“The dental department is excited to once again provide much-needed dental consults, exams and cleanings to the citizens of Century, utilizing our mobile dental unit,” said Dr. Gabriel Hernandez, DDS who also serves as chief dental officer. “We look forward to providing much-needed dental access to a population with limited options for dental care.”
Essentially a portable dentist office on wheels, the dental unit has the capability of providing multiple chairs for basic dental examinations and cleaning. It’ll be working outside of the CHNWF Century office at 6021 Industrial Boulevard, off Highway 4.
Smiley said arrangements will be made for anyone that needs more complicated dental work at one of the CHNWF offices.
To make an appointment with the mobile dental team for the Century visit, call (850) 912-8880, Ext. 13065. Patients will need to bring their insurance information and identification to the appointment.
“Our mobile dental unit benefits our community by making quality healthcare more affordable and accessible, which in turn improves patient outcomes,” said Chandra Smiley, CEO of CHNWF. “Providing access to dental care in Century is a perfect example of what a mobile unit can do to overcome healthcare barriers, especially among vulnerable populations and in rural communities without easy access to healthcare facilities.”
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Northview JV Sweeps Escambia Gators While Varsity Falls In Five (With Gallery)
October 1, 2025
The Northview Chiefs took on the Escambia Gators on Tuesday in Bratt, with the Chiefs junior varsity winning in two sets and the NHS varsity slipping in five.
Escambia 3, Northview 2
The Gators took the varsity match 3-2, winning the last three sets 25-18, 25-23, and 15-12. Northview won the first two sets of the five-set match, 25-23, 25-15.
Up next, the Northview Chiefs will be at the Pensacola Tigers on Thursday.
Northview 2, Escambia 0
The Northview Chiefs beat the Gators 2-0 in a two-set sweep with scores of 25-17, 25-18.
For more photos from the JV match, click here.
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Four Charged In State Drug Bust Outside Atmore Prison
October 1, 2025
Four people were arrested on drug charges near Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC).
Haleigh Baskin, Jermain Fitzpatrick, Nazaree Haslam, and Amber Crawford were each charged with two counts of attempting to commit a controlled substance crime, possession of marijuana first degree, prohibited activities, and possession of synthetic cannabinoids. Crawford was also charged with possession of a controlled substance (ecstasy), while Haslam was also charged with false identity to obstruct justice. Both Haslam and Baskin had additional warrants from other agencies.
Last Saturday, an ADOC K-9 officer conducted a traffic stop near Fountain Correctional Facility. Upon approaching the vehicle, the agent noticed a strong odor of marijuana.
A vehicle search led to the discovery of a T-shirt launcher and a large amount of contraband narcotics and cell phones, according to ADOC.
Officials said contraband that was seized included:
- eight cell phones
- 248 grams of marijuana
- 30 grams synthetic cannabinoids
Officials said the investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be pending.
Pictured: (L-R) Haleigh Baskin, Jermain Fitzpatrick, Nazaree Haslam, and Amber Crawford.
Aggies Prevail In Five-Set Varsity Thriller Over Catholic
October 1, 2025
The Tate Aggies volleyball program had a night of mixed results on the road against the Pensacola Catholic Crusaders, with the Varsity squad winning a thrilling five-set marathon while the underclassmen fell in their respective contests.
Tate 3, Catholic 3
The Tate Aggies Varsity team defeated the Catholic Crusaders in an intense five-set battle, coming away with a 3-2 victory. Tate had the Crusaders on their heels early, winning a tight first set 25-21. Catholic responded by taking the second set 25-22 to even the match.
The Aggies regained the momentum with a dominant 25-18 win in the third set. However, Catholic refused to go quietly, forcing a decisive fifth set after a 25-20 victory in the fourth. In the dramatic finale, Tate found a way to clinch the victory, edging out the Crusaders 18-16 to take the match 3-2.
Up next, the Aggies will host Gulf Breeze on Wednesday.
Catholic 2, Tate 0 (JV)
The Tate Junior Varsity team fell to Catholic in two sets, losing the first 25-19 and the second 25-21 for a 2-0 final.
Catholic 2, Tate 0 (Freshmen)
In the Freshman match, the Aggies also dropped the contest 2-0 to the Crusaders, with Catholic winning by scores of 25-17 and 25-18.
Virginia (Jenny) Neil Wright
October 1, 2025
Virginia (Jenny) Neil Wright, 61, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away on September 25, 2025. She was born in Pensacola, Florida on December 10, 1963 to James and Pansy Wright.
She loved being a Nana, decorating, birdwatching, and spending time with family. She had a multitude of hobbies; painting, gardening, cooking, creating florals, crafting, and enjoying a good cup of coffee with cream.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Neil Wright; mother, Pansy Gertrude Chambers; and her brothers, James (Bo) Neil Wright, Jr. and Jonathan Henry Boland.
She is survived by her sister, Neila Wright Halter; daughters, Jennifer Lynn Kaiser and Heather Alice Pansy Spearman; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Michelle Spearman, Kaylee Rae Spearman, Austin Michael Spearman and all the Kaiser Crew; Elijah, Samuel, Annabelle, Elliott, Thomas, Theo, Naomi, and Nathaniel.
Molino Man Facing Drug, Theft Charges Now Accused Of Trying To Sell Stolen Boat From Jail
September 30, 2025
A Molino man jailed on grand theft, burglary and drug charges is now charged with attempting to sell a stolen boat from behind bars in the Escambia County Jail.
Hunter Grant Myrick, 35, was charged with felony dealing in stolen property. He remains in the Escambia County Jail with bond set at $77,500.
Selling A Stolen Boat From Behind Bars
Investigators said Myrick communicated with a relative and two other people while he was in jail, making numerous attempts to create a fraudulent title in order to sell a boat. The boat was allegedly hidden at a relative’s house on Molino Road.
The boat, registered to a deceased man on 66th Avenue in Pensacola, was discovered parked in tall grass on the side of a backyard shed, according to an arrest report. Relatives that held the boat title upon Marshall’s death told investigators that the vessel should be located at a property on Marge Lane in Molino.
In recorded jail phone conversations, Myrick tells others to get the boat, sell it and apply the money to his jail account**;** according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. He also instructs someone to meet with “Weezie” and have him print a title for the boat so that it can be sold, an instruction repeated in other conversations. He states that the boat should sell for $3,000 and not to negotiate the price.
Myrick was jailed on two previous arrests.
Dave Howell Tires
Myrick was previously charged with burglary of an unoccupied structure, grand theft, and dealing in stolen property for a theft at Dave Howell Tires on Pensacola Boulevard from July 18 to August 18, 2025.
Myrick allegedly stole five Sumitomo tires valued at $1,430 and sold them on Facebook Marketplace. Investigators alleged that he had someone else post the tires for him. Myrick told deputies that individuals that turned him in had purchased Fentanyl from him and they wanted a refund, which he would not provide. He provided deputies with text messages stating the $70 worth of Fentanyl “did not taste right”, and the purchasers were unable to get high.
Drug Arrest
When Myrick was arrested on an outstanding warrant on August 28 in Pensacola, he had drugs in his front shorts pocket, according to an arrest report. Additional charges were filed for possession of methamphetamine and possession of fentanyl.
Escambia Man Gets 40 Years For Attempted First Degree Murder
September 30, 2025
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to 40 years in state prison on attempted murder charge.
Circuit Judge Amy Brodersen sentenced Jakari Whetstone to 40 years in state prison after a jury convicted him of attempted first degree premeditated murder with a weapon and shooting at a building.
On July 31, 2024, the victim got in a physical altercation with a female neighbor. Shortly thereafter, the neighbor returned to the victim’s residence, this time with her boyfriend, identified as Jakari Whetstone. Whetstone then shot at the victim multiple times while the victim ran for shelter. Ultimately, shot the victim multiple times in the legs and then fled the scene with the female neighbor.
During trial, Assistant State Attorney Allison McKenzie argued that Whetstone “knew exactly what he was going to do before he even arrived at the victim’s house.”
Whetstone has a prior conviction for Attempted third degree Murder and Robbery Without a Weapon, both from Tallapoosa County, Alabama.
Florida Minimum Wage Increases To $14 Per Hour
September 30, 2025
Florida minimum wage workers saw an increase as of Tuesday.
Effective September 30, the Florida minimum wage increased $1 to $14 per hour. The minimum wage for tipped employees is now $10.98, in addition to tips.
On November 3, 2020, Florida voters approved a state constitutional amendment to increase the state’s minimum wage by $1 each year until reaching $15.00 per hour on September 30, 2026.
Resuming in 2027, the minimum wage will be adjusted annually for inflation on September 30 of each year.
Upper 60s Tonight
September 30, 2025
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 85. East wind around 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Northeast wind around 10 mph.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Sunday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.
Pine Meadow Elementary Fifth Graders Explore Roy Hyatt Science Environmental Center
September 30, 2025
Fifth grade students from Pine Meadow Elementary School recently enjoyed a visit to the Roy Hyatt Environmental Center in Cantonment.
For a photo gallery, click here.
The Roy Hyatt Environmental Center is operated by the Escambia County School District.
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