Near Perfect Spring Weather, Sunny And Dry
May 14, 2026
North Escambia residents can look forward to a stretch of picture-perfect spring weather as a dry high-pressure system dominates the region. Expect clear, sunny days with afternoon highs climbing steadily from the upper 70s on Thursday to the mid-80s by the start of next week. Nighttime conditions will remain comfortable and clear, though a gradual increase in moisture will lead to more cloud cover by Sunday night. The first real chance of rain doesn’t enter the picture until mid-week, with a few scattered showers possible by next Wednesday.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 79. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 54. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 57. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 83. Light east wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Light east wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 84.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 68.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.
Final Four Bound: Northview Lady Chiefs Seek Financial Support For State Trip
May 14, 2026
The Northview Lady Chiefs are asking for financial assistance to make the trip to the Rural Division Final Four next week.
The team will travel to Soldiers Creek Park in Longwood (Orlando metro) for the state semifinals on May 19 with the state championship to follow on May 20. The team must fund transportation, lodging, and food.
Donations can be made on Venmo or by check made payable to Northview Diamond Club at the school.
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Molino Man Charged With Fleeing Deputies On Motorcycle, Possessing Drugs In Dollar Bill
May 14, 2026
A Molino man was arrested recenthly after allegedly fleeing law enforcement on his motorcycle at a high rate of speed and discarding narcotics while attempting to hide in a constructio
Spencer Ray Stokes, 34, was charged with fleeing and eluding a law enforcement officer with lights and sirens active and possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, both felonies.
According to an arrest report, a deputy was patrolling the area of East Nine Mile Road when he observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed. When the deputy attempted to catch up, the rider—later identified as Stokes—performed a U-turn and eventually sped through a red light at the intersection of Guidy Lane.
The deputy briefly lost sight of the motorcycle after it made evasive maneuvers through several intersections, leading the officer to deactivate emergency lights and sirens for safety, the report states. While continuing to search the area, the deputy discovered the unoccupied motorcycle parked behind a house under construction near Cain Avenue.
Stokes was located by responding units as he walked away from the scene. He reportedly admitted to parking the bike and walking behind the under-construction houses.
A K-9 unit searched the path Stokes had taken and alerted to several discarded items, including the motorcycle’s keys and a $1 bill. Inside the folded bill, deputies found two green pills identified as oxycodone.
Stokes was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
Northview High and Ernest Ward Middle Bands Present Joint Spring Concert
May 14, 2026
The Northview High School and Ernest Ward Middle School bands held their joint Spring Concert this week at Northview.
The Ernest Ward Advanced Band performed American Spirit March and Chorale and Mystic Chant.
Northview Jazz Ensemble performances included American Patrol and My Funny Valentine. The Northview Concert Band performed selections including Golden and Rising From The Earth.
The bands are all under the direction of Garsche Roble.
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30,000 Pound Food Distribution Set For Saturday
May 14, 2026
State Representative Michelle Salzman, in partnership with Feeding the Gulf Coast and a dedicated coalition of community organizations, will host a large-scale food distribution event this Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
Starting at 7:30 a.m. and continuing until supplies are exhausted, this event will provide approximately 30,000 pounds of food—including fresh produce—to families across our community. To ensure a smooth process, vehicles are permitted to begin lining up as early as 6:00 a.m. Distribution is available to the first 300 families.
Residents are strongly encouraged to arrive early, as demand is expected to be high and supplies are limited.
Each participating household will receive a box of fresh food, providing vital support to individuals and families navigating food insecurity within Escambia County.
“This event reflects the power of partnerships and our shared commitment to serving the community,” said Salzman. “We are proud to come together to ensure families have access to essential resources.”
Marcus Pointe Baptist Church is located at 6205 North W Street in Pensacola.
Lewis Homers Twice, But Bullpen Falters In Road Loss To Lookouts
May 14, 2026
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos hit three homers and held a comfortable lead through the middle innings, but the Chattanooga Lookouts rallied late for an 8-7 victory on Wednesday afternoon.
With two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning, Carlos Jorge lifted a go-ahead, three-run homer to complete a six-run comeback for the Lookouts and even up the series at one game apiece.
Fenwick Trimble and Dillon Lewis hit back-to-back homers right away in the first inning to put Pensacola ahead 3-0. It marked the first back-to-back homers for the Blue Wahoos since their last trip to Chattanooga in June of 2025.
Leo Balcazar got two runs back for the Lookouts with a two-run homer in the third inning against Blue Wahoos starter Alex Williams, but Cristian Hernández stretched the Pensacola lead back to 5-2 in the top of the fourth by hitting an RBI double and scoring on a Dylan Jasso sacrifice fly.
Lewis tacked on two more runs with a homer in the fifth, marking his second homer of the afternoon and team-leading eighth of the season.
Williams allowed two runs in the sixth, but Jack Sellinger prevented further trouble to preserve a 7-4 lead until the bottom of the eighth. The Blue Wahoos, who made five outs on the basepaths throughout the game, were unable to capitalize on threats against Chattanooga reliever Taylor Floyd (W, 1-0) in both the seventh and eighth innings, and paid the price when Jorge hit his three-run homer against Nigel Belgrave (L, 1-3) to give the Lookouts their first lead of the afternoon.
Hunter Parks (S, 3) narrowly avoided blowing a save of his own in the top of the ninth as Brendan Jones lifted a deep drive just foul down the right field line, but converted a 1-2-3 frame to lock down the save and a comeback win for the Lookouts.
The Blue Wahoos continue their series against the Lookouts on Thursday.
written by Erik Bremer
Joyce Elaine (Alverson) Lambert
May 14, 2026
It is with great sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Joyce Elaine (Alverson) Lambert, of Atmore, AL, on May 13, 2026, at the age of 76.
She was born to the late William G. and Mary F. Alverson of Uriah, AL., on January 12, 1950, in Monroeville, AL.
She as preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents, Jack and Stella Qualls of Uriah, A., and a stepson, Brian Lambert of West Virginia.
She is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Mr. Billy Joe Lambert of Atmore, AL., her brother, Charles (Lenny) Alverson of Uriah, AL., two sons, Dennis (Janet) Jarrell of Atmore, AL., David Jarrell of Atlanta, GA., her daughter, Sherry (Terry) White of Atmore, AL., two stepson, Jeff (Regina) Lambert of Milton, FL., and Billy (Heidi) Lambert of Waldport, OR., 2 nephews, Michael and Jamie Alverson of Uriah, AL., one niece, Ashley Alverson House of Frisco City, AL.
She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Nikki (Jake) McGhee of Atmore, AL., Tyler Jarrell of Century, FL., TJ (Ashley) Jarrell of Atmore, AL., Amy (Dustin) Bethea of Atmore, AL., Bailey (Jason) Lee of Milton, FL., Clayton (Alyssa) Lambert of Milton, FL., Josh Lambert of Elkins, WV, Oceanna and Avia Lambert of Waldport, OR. Her great-grandchildren, Mason, Maci, Maverick, and Mahaya McGhee, Kamden and Emberleigh Jarell, Eli Bowers, Daxton Bethea, Elijah and Grace Lambert, Delilah Lee, and many other friends and loved ones.
Growing up with her father being in the military, she traveled to many places with her family, finally settling in Uriah, AL., where she attended school at J.U. Blacksher. Later, she would attend Lurleen B. Wallace Community College in Andalusia, AL.
She held many jobs through the years, but her favorite was when she started in road and bridge construction, where she worked her way up from entry level to a first class truck and tractor driver. During this time, is when she met her husband, Billy, and together they settled in West Virginia for many years before returning to her hometown of Atmore, AL., where she spent her remaining years.
She enjoyed doing puzzles with her husband, cooking, baking, and reading, but sewing was her favorite.
Special thanks to the ladies of Southern Care Hospice for their amazing compassion and love that they have shown to our family during this difficult time.
No arrangements are given at this time.
Federal Jury Convicts Escambia County Felon on Firearms and Ammunition Charges
May 14, 2026
An Escambia County felon has been convicted on federal firearm charges.
James Michael Olshefskie, 55, was found guilty by a federal jury in Pensacola following a two-day trial for possession of ammunition by a convicted felon and possession of two unregistered firearm silencers.
On September 11, 2025, United States Probation Officers visited Olshefskie at his Escambia County residence as part of his federal post-conviction supervision. He was on federal supervised release for a 2024 federal felony conviction, and as a convicted felon, he was prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition. During their visit, probation officers found ammunition and unregistered firearm silencers in his bedroom.
Olshefskie faces up to 25 years’ imprisonment when he is sentenced on June 25, 2026.
The case was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
Final Four Bound: Northview Lady Chiefs Shut Out Jay For Regional Crown
May 13, 2026
The Northview Lady Chiefs headed to the Final Four for the second straight year after taking the Rural Region 1 softball championship with a 6-0 shutout of the Jay Royals on Tuesday night in Bratt.
Northview junior Mikayla McAnally struck out 10 batters, one hit shy of a perfect game, and walked none.
Addysen Bolen led the Lady Chiefs at the plate with two RBIs as she went 2-3 on the evening. Daviona Randolph also went 2-3 at bat. Peyton Womack and Bailey Burkette each added one hit.
Emery Vaughn had the only hit for the Lady Royals with a single to right fielder Randolph.
Fore a photo gallery, click here.
Ella Samford opened in the circle for Jay, giving up one hit and four runs in one-third of an inning, striking out none while walking three. Cadee Carroll went for five and two-thirds innings, allowing five hits and two runs with one walk and three strikeouts.
Tuesday was the first time on the field in a week for the teams due to rain, but Coach Amy Holland saw her Lady Chiefs take care of business.
“I think we need to work a little more on finding the middle part of the ball, but we scratched out some runs when we needed to,” Holland said after the game with rival Jay. “Every year we come back and we both battle it out. “There’s a good team; they’re a good rival team. You just never know how it’s going to go.”
“I didn’t pitch my best game, but we got the job done,” McAnally said. “But we hit as a team, and we got it all together when we needed to.”
Holland called McAnally the “heart of the team.”
“You’ve got to have a good pitcher to have a good team in softball, and she has come through in the circle for us.”
“We are going back this year,” the junior pitcher said. “We’re more prepared, and we know what to expect this year.”
Last season, Northview won the regional championship 4-1 over Jay. The Chiefs advanced to the state final for the first time in school history, finishing as state runners-up to Trenton.
“It’s a surreal feeling, and we all definitely wanted to make it back,” said senior Riley Brooks. “We are 100% more prepared. Our schedule this year will make it easier for us to face the challenge.”
Brooks added, “We know we have something to prove, and we will.”
The Lady Chiefs (20-5) will practice each afternoon this week before heading to the Orlando area for the state semifinals on Tuesday, May 19 against Liberty County (22-5). The winner will advance to the state championship on Wednesday, May 20.
Fore a photo gallery, click here.
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Former Lowe’s Worker Recently Arrested For 2025 Battery Of 73-Year Old Customer
May 13, 2026
A Cantonment man was recently taken into custody on an outstanding felony battery warrant issued following a physical confrontation that occurred last year at a local Lowes.
Joseph William Spencer, 66, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for battery on a person 65 years of age or older.
The arrest follows an investigation into an encounter on September 13, 2025, at the Lowe’s at 777 West Nine Mile Road. According to reports from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the customer service area to handle a disturbance involving two men.
Witnesses stated the altercation began when Spencer allegedly cut in line. When the 73-year-old victim confronted him, Spencer reportedly pushed the man backward and pinned him against a counter while throwing multiple punches. A bystander eventually intervened to break up the fight.
Spencer fled the scene in a red four-door pickup truck with a camper top before law enforcement arrived, according to an arrest report. While he was initially unidentified, an assistant manager recognized Spencer on surveillance footage as a former employee of the store.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office reported also noted that Spencer had previously been involved in a fight with a customer at the same location in 2017. The victim later positively identified Spencer during a photo lineup conducted by investigators.