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Tonight: Jim Allen Elementary Book Fair Family Night

Jim Allen Elementary School will hold a Scholastic Book Fair Family Night from 2:30 until 6:00 tonight. Family members and the community are invited to shop the book fair with their children. Jim Allen Elementary is located at 1051 Highway 95A North in Cantonment.  NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.

It’s Election Day: Polls Closed

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It’s Election Day in the North Escambia area.

We will post LIVE updates and the latest information on NorthEscambia.com,  Facebook (click here) and Twitter (click here) all day. And join us here tonight on NorthEscambia.com for live results from Escambia County, FL, plus Escambia County, AL, Santa Rosa County and state results.

Here are LIVE updates from around the area (scroll down below photos to read everything):

7:00 — Polls are closed. We will begin to post results as soon as they are available.

6:40 p.m. — Polls close in 20 minutes. As long as you are in line by 7:00, you get to vote.

5:55 p.m — An observance from earlier today. The precincts we visited earlier today were oddly devoid of political signs. No Rick Scott, no Charlie Crist…no signs at all, other than the precinct markers. Very strange. Polls close in just over an hour.

5:30 p.m. — Steady turnout, short lines reported at local precincts. In Walnut Hill, where our reporter just voted, 300 of 1,190 had cast ballots today. No waiting to sign in and get the ballot, a short line for a “booth” and a pen.

4:30 p.m. — Unofficial Escambia County Election Day turnout update: 40,109. Overall turnout (including absentee and early voting) 42.36%.

4:20 p.m. – Rick Scott at his Pensacola campaign headquarters this afternoon in a last minute get out the vote push. (Courtesy WEAR).

3:30 p.m – Republican Rick Scott to wrap up a full day of campaigning late this afternoon in Pensacola. He is scheduled to make a quick appearance at his “Pensacola Victory Center” on North Ninth Avenue a couple of hours before the polls close. There are no announced plans from Charlie Crist to visit Pensacola today.

3 p.m. – As of about an hour ago. the unofficial Election Day turnout in Escambia County was 28,689. Overall turnout, including absentee and early voting is 36.67% with hours to go.

2:50 p.m. – When the polls opened this morning at the Bayview Senior Center in Escambia County, there were some problems getting the electronics to work property. For about 20 minutes, the center had to use paper precinct registers until the problem was fixed. Apparently that’s been mentioned in the national media as some big problem, when officials say it really was not a big deal.

2 p.m. — Slow and steady is the word from precincts we check in the North Escambia area. Remember, polls are open until 7 p.m. There’s usually a late rush in the rural areas like North Escambia as people vote after returning home from work. Pictured above: A quiet moment for a poll worker at the Walnut Hill precinct.

Noon – Things were rather quiet at Precinct 33 at the First Baptist Church when we stopped by this morning, with the latest “news” being discussed by community members outside the precinct. Voters turnout generally increases during the lunch hour and after about 4:30 until the polls close at 7:00.

11:45 a.m. — On this election day, we actually found a politician that sweeps around his own door — literally! We caught Atmore Mayor Jim Staff sweeping outside the entrance to the Atmore City Hall this morning. He said his momma taught him how to use a broom — true pride in Atmore. (He’s not on the ballot today, by the way).  There are two big races on the ballot in Escambia County, AL, today — county sheriff and a state senate race.

10:30 a.m. – An absolutely beautiful day to get out and vote with nice temperatures and a beautiful blue sky. Pictured: Work continues on the brand new Ernest Ward Middle School Tuesday morning, a project funded by the half cent sales tax that is on today’s ballot in Escambia County, FL.

8:00 a.m. — Polls have been open for an hour. Here are some Election Day tips from Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford:

• Confirm the location of your polling place – check your sample ballot, voter information card, EscambiaVotes.com, or call  (850) 595-3900.
• If you are unsure of your registration status, check EscambiaVotes.com, e-mail soe@escambiavotes.com, or call 595-3900.
• Photo and signature ID is required for all voters – if you do not present an approved form of ID, you may vote a provisional ballot.
• Be sure to vote both sides of your ballot – there are contests on the front and back.
• Remember to make only one selection per contest on your ballot.
• Be sure to review your sample ballot prior in order to familiarize yourself with all of the contests. A sample ballot was mailed to voters, and you can view yours ample ballot online at EscambiaVotes.com.
• Voters are encouraged to study and mark their sample ballot and bring it with them to the polls to expedite the voting process.
• Registration books closed on October 6 – new registrations for this election may not be made at the polls.
• You may not return your voted absentee ballot to your precinct on Election Day – it must be received in the Elections Office by 7 p.m. Election Day.
• If you requested an absentee ballot but chose not to return it and wish to vote at your polling place instead, please bring your ballot with you so it can be cancelled.
• Early voting ended Saturday – if you have not yet voted or did not request an absentee ballot by October 29, you must go to your designated precinct on Election Day.
• Busiest times at the polls tend to be 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., during lunch hours, and from 4:30 p.m. until the polls close at 7:00 p.m.

For further information, contact the Supervisor of Elections Office at  (850) 595-3900, e-mail soe@escambiavotes.com or visit www.EscambiaVotes.com.

Warming Trend Begins, Rain By Midweek

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

• Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. East wind around 5 mph.
• Tuesday Partly sunny, with a high near 74. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
• Tuesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. East wind around 5 mph.
• Wednesday Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Wednesday Night Showers likely. Cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
• Thursday A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 73. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
• Friday Sunny, with a high near 64. North wind around 10 mph.
• Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 35. North wind around 5 mph.
• Saturday Sunny, with a high near 66.
• Saturday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 40.
• Sunday A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.
• Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 42.
• Monday A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 72.

Expect Travel Delays On Highway 29 Overnight

Motorists traveling Highway 29 can expect travel delays and lane restrictions from 8 p.m. Monday to 6 a.m. Tuesday between Muscogee Road and Highway 90, and from 8 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Tuesday on Airport Boulevard from Highway 29 to North Palafox Street.

The lane closures will be in place as crews perform roadway testing.  Drivers are reminded to pay attention to the speed limit when traveling through the construction area and to use caution when driving in work zones, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or re-scheduled in the event of inclement weather.

Frost Advisory, 30’s Again Tonight

There is a frost advisory for tonight. Areas of frost are likely tonight that could kill sensitive vegetation. Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

• Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 37. North wind around 5 mph.
• Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
• Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 47. East wind around 5 mph.
• Tuesday Partly sunny, with a high near 76. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Tuesday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. East wind around 5 mph.
• Wednesday Partly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind around 5 mph.
• Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. Calm wind.
• Thursday A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74.
• Thursday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 49.
• Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 70.
• Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 43.
• Saturday A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 68.

Time Change: Fall Back, Replace Smoke Alarm Batteries

Don’t forget to “fall back” and set your clocks back one hour night before heading off to bed Saturday night as daylight savings time comes to an end.

Escambia Fire Rescue is also reminding residents that it’s time to make another potentially lifesaving change — replace the batteries in your smoke alarm.

“Most home fire fatalities occur overnight when most families are sleeping,” according to Escambia Fire Rescue. “Changing the batteries in your smoke alarms and performing other maintenance is a simple, effective way to reduce home fire deaths. Children and senior citizens are most at risk and a working smoke alarm can give the extra seconds needed to get out safely.”

In addition to checking smoke alarms, residents should plan “two ways out” and practice escape routes with the entire family. Families should also prepare a fire safety kit that includes working flashlights and fresh batteries.

Each year more than 3,000 people lose their lives in residential fires. The majority of these deaths are a result of unattended cooking. It is strongly recommended that someone always be present when cooking on top of the stove and that smoke alarms be located properly and in working order. Test the smoke alarm monthly and change the batteries at least every six months.

For more information about fire safety, Escambia County Fire Rescue at 475-5530 or visit www.myescambia.com. For information about obtaining a home smoke alarm call 850-595-HERO (4376).

Freeze Warning, Wind Advisory In Effect

There is a freeze warning in effect for the North Escambia area for tonight, and there is also a wind advisory in effect today. Temperatures are expected to fall to, or just below, the freezing mark tonight in the inland areas. Precautions should be taken to protect pets and tender vegetation.

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

• Saturday Sunny, with a high near 58. Windy, with a north wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
• Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 31. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Sunday Sunny, with a high near 62. North wind around 5 mph.
• Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 36. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
• Monday Sunny, with a high near 71. East wind around 5 mph.
• Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
• Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Tuesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
• Wednesday A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.
• Wednesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.
• Thursday A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 78.
• Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 52.
• Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 76.

Final Night For Tate Fall Comedy ‘Saturday The 14th’

Tonight is the final presentation of “Saturday the 14th” — a parody of the “Friday the 13th” movies — at Tate High School.

It made all the headlines 30 years ago. Only one camp counselor was found alive the next morning, and she hasn’t spoken a word since. They closed Camp Slippery Floors. Everybody wanted to forget what happened that night… except Mason. Mason never forgets! Now Camp Slippery Floors in going to open again and Mason is waiting in “Saturday the 14th”.

The comedy will be presented at 7:00 Saturday evening in the Tate High Cafeteria. Tickets are $7 at the door.

Pictured: The Tate High School production of “Saturday the 14th”. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Today Is Final Day Of Early Voting

Today is the final day of early voting in Escambia County for the November 4 General Election.  Ballots may be cast today any one of seven locations:

• Molino Community Center,  6450 Highway 95A North, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Escambia County Extension Service, 3740 Stefani Road, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Genealogy Branch Library, 5740 N. 9th Avenue, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Main Library, 239 N. Spring Street, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Bellview/Saufley Early Vote Site, 4607 Saufley Field Road, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Supervisor of Elections Main Office, 213 Palafox Place, Second Floor, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Southwest Branch Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Lows In The Upper 30’s Tonight; Freeze Watch For Saturday Night

There is a freeze watch in effect for Saturday night with a light freeze possible. There is also a wind advisory in effect. Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

• Tonight Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 38. Breezy, with a north wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
• Saturday Sunny, with a high near 58. Breezy, with a north wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
• Saturday Night Clear, with a low around 31. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Sunday Sunny, with a high near 62. North wind around 5 mph.
• Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 36. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
• Monday Sunny, with a high near 71. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
• Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
• Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
• Tuesday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 54.
• Wednesday A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.
• Wednesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.
• Thursday A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 78.
• Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 52.
• Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 76.

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