Will It Snow This Morning?
January 19, 2008
Will it snow this morning? Across North Escambia…the answer is probably not. But a flake or two might just fall during the morning. But don’t hold your breath.
But if you are traveling very far at all north into central Alabama…the answer is “most likely”.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heavy Snow Warning across north & central Alabama where up to two inches of snow is forecast. The Heavy Snow Warning has been extended all the way down to Montgomery, where forecasters now say UP TO SIX INCHES of snow is possible by Saturday afternoon.
The text of the Heavy Snow Warning for Montgomery says:
A MIX OF RAIN AND SNOW EARLY THIS MORNING IS EXPECTED TO CHANGE
OVER TO ALL SNOW BETWEEN 6 AM AND 8 AM. HEAVY SNOWFALL IS EXPECTED
ACROSS THESE AREAS…WITH SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OF 3 TO 6 INCHES
LIKELY.
A slight chance of snow is forecast by Saturday morning as far south as Greenville, Alabama, with perhaps just a little accumulation expected that far south.
A sporadic flake or two can’t be ruled out across North Escambia early Saturday morning, but no accumulation. Our official forecast is for low of 38 with a 100% chance of precipitation tonight. Saturday’s high will hold steady around 40 with another 100% chance of precipitation.
In the unlikely event you do see snow…let NorthEscambia.com know about by using our contact form or email news@northescambia.com. You can send pictures to the email address.
Better Weather For Thursday
January 17, 2008
Yuck. That was just the best word to describe yesterday’s weather.
It is forecast to be sunny by this afternoon, but still cold with a high around 58.
Tonight it will be back down around 38. Rain is back in the forecast for Friday and Friday night with a high of 55 and a low of 38.
Presidential Candidate Giuliani Visits Escambia Today
January 16, 2008
Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani plans to stop in Escambia County today. There will a press conference at 4:30 at the south end of Palafox Street at the site of the old Bayfront Auditorium. That location may, of course, change depending on today’s weather.
He is expected to attend a campaign rally at the Fish House Restaurant in downtown Pensacola at 6:00 this afternoon. The event, at 600 South Barracks Street, is open to the public.
A recent poll show Giuliani running a close second for the Florida Republican nomination.
Paul Grants Exclusive Interview To NorthEscambia.com
January 11, 2008
Escambia County School Superintendent Jim Paul was arrest and charged with DUI in Pinellas County, Florida early Thursday morning.
Friday afternoon, he granted an exclusive interview with NorthEscambia.com. To here the interview in its entirety, click the play symbol below.
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For the complete story on Paul’s arrest, click here.
Rain, Maybe Some Storms Tonight
January 10, 2008
Rain is expected Thursday night, with some storms possibly severe.
There is an 80 percent chance of rain tonight. The rain is expected to end around daybreak Friday. It will be cooler on Friday, with a high only around 65. Friday night’s low will be about 38.
Students Return To School After Long Break
January 7, 2008
Students across North Escambia returned to school Monday after their lengthy Christmas break. Public school students had been out of school since December 21.
It will be a big week for students at Northview High School. There will be senior meeting during sixth period on Tuesday in the school theater. Thursday and Friday will bring semester exams and early release each day. Semester exams and early release days will continue Monday and Tuesday of next week.
On Tuesday morning, students will be greeted with temperatures in the upper 50’s. Highs Tuesday will be in the middle 70’s with a 40 percent chance of rain by afternoon.
Barrineau Park Music Night Tonight
January 4, 2008
Southern Sound and the Qualls Family will perform at the Barrineau Park Music Night tonight at the Barrineau Park Community Center at 6055 Barrineau Park School Road.
The event will run from 7:00 until 10:00. Refreshments will be made available by the Barrineau Park Historical Society. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed. For more details, call Lawson Berry at 587-5575.
Mild on Monday; Much Colder Temps On The Way
December 31, 2007
Mild temperatures are forecast for Monday with a high near 70 in the North Escambia area. Winds will turn to the north Monday night, with a low temperature of 32.
New Year’s Day will be downright chilly with a north wind of 20 mph and a high of only 55. Strong northerly winds will continue Tuesday night with a low of 22.
Wednesday highs will rebound only to around 45, and will fall back to a low of 20 for Wednesday night. A low of 22 is expected again Thursday night. A fews spots may dip into the upper teens Wednesday night.
The National Weather Service is expected to issue a hard freeze warning and a wind advisory beginning Tuesday.
Schedule Of Christmas Events At Area Churches
December 23, 2007
Many area churches have planned special events ranging from choir cantatas, to children’s plays to special services to celebrate the Christmas season.
The following list was provided by each church. If your church has Christmas events planned that are not listed, use our contact form to let us know.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church 6915 Highway 29 North, Molino
- December 23 8:30 & 10:30 am: White Christmas Sunday
- December 24 6:30 pm: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Communion
- December 25 6:30 pm: Christmas Day Compline Service
Crossfaith Church 314 Molino Road, Molino
- December 23 10:00 am: “Where is Christmas” with the Adult Choir, Youth and Children
First Baptist Church of Bratt 4570 West Highway 4, Bratt
- December 23: 6:00 pm: “Yo! Christmas Tree” with the Youth Choir
Highland Baptist Church 6240 Highway 95A, Molino
- December 23: 6:00 pm: Candlelight Service
Victory Assembly of God Highway 29, Molino
- December 23: 10:00 am: “The King’s Christmas” with the Christmas Choir, Youth Drama Team and an illustrated sermon from Pastor Jeff McKee. Church-wide dinner to follow.
Walnut Hill Baptist Church 5741 Arthur Brown Road, Walnut Hill
- December 23: 6:00 pm: “The Love of God at Christmas” with the Adult Choir, Youth and Children
- December 24: 5:00 pm: Candlelight Service
Pictured above: The children of Aldersgate Methodist held their Christmas Play recently.
Christmas Holiday Closings; Trash Schedule
December 23, 2007
Allied Waste will pickup as usual on Christmas Eve Monday, and Tuesday routes will be picked up on Wednesday.
The following will be closed both Monday and Tuesday for the Christmas holiday:
- All city, county, state and federal offices
- All county schools
- All area colleges
- All libraries
ECAT routes will run as normal on Monday with routes 42, 45, 48 and 58 stopping early. There will be ECAT service on Tuesday.
The U.S. Postal Service will be open on Monday and closed on Tuesday. There will be no regular mail delivery on Tuesday.
NorthEscambia.com will be publishing only late breaking news on Monday and Tuesday.