Man Critical After Flomaton Stabbing; One Arrested
April 11, 2014
A stabbing in Flomaton left one man in critical condition Thursday night.
A female stabbed a male victim multiple times in the chest about 10:15 p.m. at a resident on Wilkerson Street, just off Sidney Manning Boulevard (Highway 29), according to Flomaton Police Brian Davis.
The male victim, believed to be in his 40’s, was transported by Escambia County (FL) EMS to Molino and then airlifted byAirHeart helicopter to a Pensacola hospital. The female was taken into custody at the scene.
Further details, including names, have not yet been released.
Flood Warning Continues For Escambia River
April 11, 2014
The flood warning continues for the Escambia River near Century until further notice.
At 8 p.m. Wednesday, the stage was 17 feet. The river will continue to rise to near 18.9 feet by early Sunday morning then begin to fall. At 17 feet, considerable flooding of lowlands will occur.
Relay Life Events Set For UWF And Jay
April 11, 2014
Hundreds of people will come together this weekend for Relay for Life at the University of West Florida and in Jay to honor cancer survivors, their caregivers, and to pay tribute to those for whom the cure did not come soon enough.
The UWF Relay will be held on the University of West Florida Campus at the track from 7 p.m. Friday until 7 a.m. Saturday. By this morning, 45 teams and 411 participants had raised $18.302.37. Top Teams as of Friday morning were the Textbook Brokers, Phi Sigma Sigma and Alpha Gamma Delta.
The Jay Relay will be held from 2-10 p.m. on the football field at Jay High School. By today, 14 teams and 120 participants had already raised $20,822.87 for the American Cancer Society. Escambia River Electric Cooperative, Purple Power with team captain Drusilla Dobson and Jay United Methodist Church were the top teams as of Friday morning.
A Luminaria ceremony will be held after dark at both events as participants remember friends and loved ones that have lost the battle against cancer and to honor those fighting cancer presently. Luminaria bags will be for sale prior to the ceremony.
There will also be plenty of entertainment, food, fun and fellowship during both event. The entire community is encouraged to stop by the Jay Relay For Life or the Relay for Life at UWF.
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
‘Let’s Feed Somebunny’ Collecting Items Today For Manna Food Pantry
April 11, 2014
The annual “Let’s Feed Somebunny” event is going on today to benefit Manna Food Pantry.
Non-perishable food donations will be accepted from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Baptist Medical Park on University Parkway at Nine Mile Road (near Target).
The Manna Food Pantry often runs low on supplies to feed those in needy this time of the year. Items especially needed included peanut butter, canned meats, canned fruits, canned vegetables, breakfast cereals, pasta, rice and beans.
Regional Roudup: Free Waste Disposal This Saturday
April 10, 2014
A Regional Roundup will be held at the former Carver Middle School, 400 East Pond Street in Century, this Saturday.
Regional Roundup events provide an opportunity to properly dispose of electronics, household hazardous waste (HHW), shoes and up to four tires per vehicle, free of charge.
Businesses and residents can dispose of all types of clean, dry, recyclable electronics including computers, monitors and terminals, keyboards, mice, printers, TVs, copiers, gaming systems, remotes, fax machines, VCRs, stereo systems, cell phones and telephones. Electronics that have been partially recycled will not be accepted. Businesses, with large amounts of electronics, should call the Department of Solid Waste Management to make an appointment to dispose of these items at the Perdido Landfill. Appliances, including fans and air conditioners, are not accepted.
HHW items can cause injury if handled improperly. These items will usually have a warning or cautionary statement on their labels, such as flammable, corrosive, poison or toxic and include items such as swimming pool chemicals, cleaners, drain openers, paint and paint products, fuels, gases, lawn and garden chemicals, aerosol cans and automotive repair and maintenance products.
Shoes are also collected for the Soles4Souls program. Donated shoes should be bound together with a rubber band.
For more information about Regional Roundup events, proper disposal of waste or to make an appointment for a business electronics drop-off, contact the Escambia County Department of Solid Waste Management, 850-937-2160.
Flood Warning Continues For Escambia River At Century
April 10, 2014
A flood warning continues for the Escambia River near Century until further notice, according to the National Weather Service.
Wednesday night, the stage was 17.0 feet and minor flooding is forecast. The flood stage is 17 feet. The river is forecast to rise to about 18.9 feet by Sunday morning then begin falling.
At 17 feet, considerable flooding of lowlands in the area will occur.
Cold, Into The 40’s Tonight
April 9, 2014
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Tonight Clear, with a low around 41. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening.
- Thursday Sunny, with a high near 77. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Thursday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 50. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light and variable after midnight.
- Friday Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 54. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light southeast after midnight.
- Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
- Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
- Sunday Partly sunny, with a high near 80.
- Sunday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61.
- Monday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Breezy.
- Monday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
- Tuesday A slight chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Voter Registration Drive Today
April 9, 2014
A voter registration drive will be held this afternoon at the Century Branch Library from 2:30 until 3:30 p.m.
Florida residents may register to vote for the first time or update their information (name, address, political party, etc.). Residents will need their Florida driver’s license, Florida identification card, or the last four digits of their social security number.
The Century Branch Library is located at 7991 North Century Boulevard. For more information, call (850) 595-3900.
(This registration event is for any Florida resident, not just residents of Century.)
Log-A-Load Bass Tourney To Benefit Children’s Hospital
April 9, 2014
The 18th Annual Charity Log A Load for Kids Bass Tournament and Live Auction will be held Saturday, April 12 at Live Oak Landing in Stockton, Ala.
Well over $10,000 in guaranteed prize money will be awarded, including a $3,000 first place prize. The tournament and events will raise funds for Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital. Log-A-Load is sponsored by the Florida Forestry Association and the Florida Loggers Council.
Preregister at A-1 Accessories at 700 South Highway 29 in Cantonment, at active.com or register day of the event.
For complete details, click here.
Beulah Residents May Experience Water Issues Today
April 8, 2014
Beulah residents may experience water issues today — including low pressure and discoloration — as ECUA flushes lines.
Flushing will begin at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday and is expected to take several hours.
The flushing activity is in advance of placing a new two million gallon tank in service to enhance the pressure and flow of potable water to customers in the Beulah area. Residents and businesses located in the Beulah area may anticipate some fluctuations in water pressure, and temporary discoloration of the water is possible, as a result of turbulence in the water mains created by the flushing. T
hese effects should be minimal, with absolutely no ill effects to customers’ health and no long-term adverse impacts on the system, according to ECUA. As a precaution, customers may wish to store some water ahead of time for drinking and cooking purposes.
ECUA crews will remain in the area throughout the day on Tuesday, flushing lines if necessary to clear up affected areas. If customers are still experiencing discoloration in their water by late afternoon on Tuesday, they are asked to call (850) 476-0480 for assistance.