A July Cold Front? Lows Of 62?
July 17, 2009
A rare July cold front is moving toward the Gulf Coast, and forecasters believe the front will make it all the way into the Gulf of Mexico, bringing cooler weather to North Escambia and surrounding areas.
There is a 70 percent chance of rain for Friday, 50 percent for Friday night and 40 percent on Saturday as the cold front moves through the area.
But Saturday night, the winds will turn to the north, and the overnight low is forecast at 65. Sunday will be mostly sunny with a high of 88.
Sunday night, forecasters say the low will deep to an unseasonable 62, with a high Monday of just 82.
Is The DEA Involved In The Billings Case?
July 16, 2009
There are conflicting reports this morning as to whether or not the DEA has become involved in the Billings murder investigation.
“As Escambia County Sheriff, I have no knowledge of any DEA involvement in this case,” David Morgan said Wednesday night. “I have not spoken to any representative of the Drug Enforcement Agency today.”
But CNN was reporting early Thursday morning that the DEA was on the case. CNN quotes a DEA spokesman in Miami, David Melenkevitz, as saying that the Escambia County Sheriff’s Department did call for the DEA’s assistance.
Protected: A Closer Look: Billings Family Photos
July 15, 2009
Messy Color Fun Today At The Century Branch Library
July 14, 2009
The summer reading program at the Century Branch Library concludes at noon today with some colorful fun.
Kids are invited to join Miss Lois for some messy finger-paints and learn how to make greens and purples and more today at the Century Branch Library. Children of all ages will leave with a treat and learn about rainbows of color at the same time.
The library is located at 7331 North Century Blvd. Call 256-6217 for more info.
Flood Advisory Issued
July 12, 2009
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for North Escambia until 10:30 tonight.
Several thunderstorms moving slowly over portions of North Escambia have produced heavy rainfall with radar estimates indicating that about three inches of rain fell in some areas.
As the thunderstorms continue to move slowly southward, heavy rains will result in nuisance flooding of poor drainage areas.
Some of the heaviest rain according to radar estimates has been around Bay Springs and Molino.
BREAKING NEWS: Arrest In Billings Double Murder Case (Updated 5:30 p.m.)
July 12, 2009
(Updated 5:30 p.m.) At least one person is in custody in connection with double murder last Thursday in Beulah. That suspect was being interrogated late Sunday afternoon by investigators.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Department is holding a press conference for later this afternoon with more information on the Billings double murder. That press conference will begin after the suspect interrogation is completed.
NorthEscambia.com will bring you the very latest on this developing story as the events unfold.
Blue Angels Fly Today At Pensacola Beach
July 11, 2009
Over 100,000 people are expected to watch the Blue Angels today at Pensacola Beach.
Here is a complete schedule, along with parking and safety tips for those headed to see the Blues:
Noon: Water in front of show area is cleared for safety precautions.
- 12:30 pm: Julian MacQueen’s Grumman Widgeon G44.
- 12:35 pm: U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue demonstration in an HH-65 Dolphin.
- 12:45 pm: Skip Stewart’s Modified Pitts Special.
- 12:55 pm: Gary Ward’s MX2 sport aircraft.
- 1:05 pm: Aeroshell Acrobatics Team, World War II North American AT-6 Texans.
- 1:20 pm: Swimmers are allowed back into the water.
- 1:40 pm: Water is cleared again for the main event.
- 1:50 pm: Fat Albert, a C-130 Hercules.
- 2:00 pm: Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornets.
Emergency tips and warnings
- Call 911 in case of an emergency.
- Choose a landmark to meet family and friends in case of an emergency.
- No kites can be flown during the air show.
- No glass containers are allowed.
- No pets on the beach or left in vehicles.
Traffic safety tips
- Tune in to local radio stations for traffic updates.
- Traffic to the event from the Navarre to Gulf Breeze area will be directed to the far right lane. The left lane is for local traffic.
- Be sure to have plenty of gas.
- Don’t drink and drive.
- Have a designated driver.
- Plan to stay later after an event is over to avoid traffic jams.
- Be courteous to other drivers.
- Parking: To avoid questionable parking spaces and heavy traffic, arrive at the beach before 8 a.m.
- Do not block emergency access locations, bike paths, sidewalks or medians. Park in a marked spot or off the roadway.
Water safety
- Get out of the water immediately after being asked to do so. The air shows can not begin until all people are out of the water within the performance zone
- Boats can only enter and exit the water at Little Sabine.
- Always dive in feet first.
- Boaters should be on the lookout for swimmers.
Health tips
- Have at least a gallon of water for each person to drink.
- Wear loose-fitting, tightly-woven clothes.
- Take an umbrella that can be properly secured in the sand to protect you from the sun’s rays.
- Take plenty of sunscreen that is SPF 30 or greater.
NWE Football Registration Begins Today
July 11, 2009
Football is just around the corner, and registration for the 2009 season of Northwest Escambia Football begins Saturday.
Football registration will be held Saturday and continues July 18 and July 25 at the Ernest Ward football field.
Charles Williams, NWE president, said that it is important for all age groups to register before August.
“With all the preparation involved for the upcoming season, we must know how many kids to provide equipment and uniforms for prior to August 6th,” Williams said. “NWE will being playing games earlier this year.”
The first NWE Football practice will be August 3. The Jamboree is August 22, and the first game is August 29.
For more information about NWE Football, call Charles Williams at 327-4603.
Get Your Car Washed And Benefit The NHS Band
July 11, 2009
The Northview High School Band Boosters will hold a car wash Saturday morning in Atmore.
The car wash will be held at Advance Auto Parts on South Main Street from 8 a.m. until noon. All proceeds will benefit the Northview High School Tribal Beat Band.
Dawn Yoder Funeral To Be Streamed Online
July 10, 2009
Saturday’s funeral services for Dawn Yoder, the Atmore woman who died following a lightning strike, will be streamed live on the Internet.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 at the First Assembly of God in Atmore. Funeral services will be streamed live on the Internet at www.streamflood.net.
Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 9 p.m. at Mennonite Christian Fellowship in Atmore.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Atmore Christian School, 245 Tennant Drive, Atmore, AL 36502.