Time Change: Fall Back, Replace Smoke Alarm Batteries
November 5, 2011
Don’t forget to “fall back” and set your clocks back one hour tonight before heading off to bed 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.
“The peak time for home fire fatalities is between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. when most families are sleeping,” says Daniel Spillman, Escambia County Fire Chief. “Smoke alarm maintenance is a simple, effective way to reduce home fire deaths. Children and seniors are most at risk. A working smoke alarm gives them the extra seconds they need to get out safely.”
For more information about fire safety, call Escambia County Fire Rescue at (850) 475-5530. For information about obtaining a free home smoke alarm, call (850) 595-HERO (4376).
Today: Walnut Hill VFD Fish Fry, Farmer’s Market, Fall Festivals And More
November 5, 2011
There are several big events planned for today in the North Escambia area, including:
Walnut Hill VFD Fish Fry
The Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department’s 42nd Annual Catfish Fry will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Walnut Hill Fire Station on Highway 97. Plates will be $7 each with your choice of catfish fillets or grilled chicken, plus baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, homemade bread and cake. There will also be drawing for door prizes beginning at 1 p.m. Proceeds aid those who have lost property and belongings due to a fire and support the local community. The Northwest Florida Blood Center Bloodmobile will also be on hand for a blood drive.
Market At St. Monica’s
The Market at Saint Monica’s will be held Saturday, November 5 and November 19 from 8 a.m. until noon at the church on Highway 95A in Cantonment. Farm fresh produce, eggs, baked good, crafts and more. (850) 937-0001.
Bratt Fall Festival
The First Baptist Church of Bratt will hold their annual Fall Festival 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, November 5 in the Family Life Center. Games, food, hayrides, family pumpkin contest and a cake walk. Everyone is invited. More info: (850) 327-6529.
Beulah Chapel (Byrneville) Fall Festival
Beulah Chapel Assembly will be having a Fall Festival Saturday, November 5 from 2-5 p.m. Moon walk, fishing pond, football throw, cake walk, apple bobbing and many more games with prizes. Everyone welcome for fun, food and good fellowship. Located in Byrneville community on Highway 4A.
BBQ & Bazaar Atmore
St. Robert’s Annual BBQ & Bazaar, 600 South Main Street in Atmore on Saturday. Smoked Boston butts, chopped and served with our special sauce. Carryout or call (251) 368-1801 for delivery in Atmore with minimum order
Tonight’s Football Scores
November 4, 2011
Here’s a look at high school football finals from around the area tonight.
Florida
Northview 34, Baker 0
Washington 40, Tate 32
Freeport 41 Jay 14
West Florida 38 Chiles 28
PHS 48, Escambia 10
Pace 25, Catholic 21
Alabama – First Round Playoffs
AHSAA Class 3A
T.R. Miller 55, Greensboro 12
AHSAA Class 2A
Flomaton 53, Billingsley 16
AISA Class AA
Escambia Academy 62, Springwood 42
Northview Homecoming Parade Rolls; Queen And Football Tonight
November 4, 2011
The 2011 Northview High School homecoming parade rolled through Bratt Friday afternoon, and the festivities will continue tonight.
The Northview Homecoming Court will be presented at 6 p.m., followed by the crowning of the NHS Homecoming Queen. The game against the Baker Gators will kick off at 7:00 p.m.
Then on Saturday, NorthEscambia.com will have complete coverage — including hundreds of photos — from the parade, homecoming court and the game.
Barbecue sack lunches may be picked up beginning at 11:00 a.m. by community members who purchased lunches. Pick up will be at the football concession stand.
Pictured: The 2011 Northview Homecoming Parade travels through Bratt Friday afternoon. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Picture Perfect Fall Weather
November 4, 2011
Picture perfect fall weather is in store for the North Escambia area this weekend. Here is your official forecast:
- Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 44. North wind around 5 mph.
- Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 71. East wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 43. East wind around 5 mph.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. East wind around 5 mph.
- Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. East wind around 5 mph.
- Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.
- Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56.
- Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75.
- Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.
Pictured: Fall colors shine at on North Highway 99 in Oak Grove. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Walnut Hill VFD Fish Fry Is Saturday
November 4, 2011
The Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department’s 42nd Annual Catfish Fry will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Walnut Hill Fire Station on Highway 97.
Plates will be $7 each with your choice of catfish fillets or grilled chicken, plus baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, homemade bread and cake. There will also be drawing for door prizes beginning at 1 p.m.
Proceeds aid those who have lost property and belongings due to a fire and support the local community.
The Northwest Florida Blood Center Bloodmobile will also be on hand for a blood drive.
Northview Homecoming Court Named
November 3, 2011
Northview High School has named their 2011 Homecoming Court.
Court members were treated to the traditional breakfast Wednesday morning. They will be riding on the class floats during the Homecoming Parade Friday afternoon.
Class level maids for grades ninth, tenth, and eleventh will be announced, as well as the second runner-up, first runner-up, and queen, during the pre-game activities Friday night.
Pictured: Members of the 2011 Homecoming Court at Northview High School, (front, L-R) Alissa Fiellin, Charla Stark, Mallory Turner, Savannah Singleton, Lauren McCall, (back row) Kendal Cobb, Rebecca Grim, Lindsey Francis, Kamryn Brock, ,Ashley Mooney, Shaquanna Jones, Ashley Cunningham, Katelynne Calloway, Kamryn Brock.. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Students May Attend Northview Parade (With Guidelines)
November 3, 2011
Northview High School’s homecoming parade is Friday afternoon at 1:00 in Bratt.
According to Ernest Ward Principal Nancy Perry, EWMS students may attend the parade if properly checked out. The school will not provide bus transportation to the parade.
The school has issued the following guidelines:
Students at EWMS may check out of school from 12:00 PM until 12:30 PM to attend the NHS Homecoming Parade at Bratt. Check outs will take place in the EWMS media center during this time. Parents may enter through the front door of the media center where the check out process will be completed as quickly as possible. Students are not required to attend this parade. There is no penalty for students who choose to remain at school. This is a privilege that is provided to students and parents to promote school spirit in the community.
Please remember that the only people who may check out students are the persons whose names are listed on the blue registration card. Picture ID of the person checking out a student must be shown to school personnel. These are district guidelines that were emphasized in documents that were sent home the first day of school.
Sheriff, Commissioner To Hold Town Hall Meeting Tonight In Walnut Hill
November 1, 2011
Escambia County District 5 Commissioner Kevin White and Escambia Sheriff David Morgan will hold a joint town hall meeting in Walnut Hill.
The meeting will take place Tuesday, November 1, at 6 p.m., at the Walnut Hill Ruritan Building at 7850 Highway 97.
The meeting will begin with comments from the commissioner and sheriff then proceed into an open forum. Citizens will have the opportunity to ask questions and make comments.
Many Halloween And Fall Events Planned For Tonight
October 31, 2011
There are numerous fall festivals and other events scheduled for tonight across the North Escambia area.
Here is a list of area events:
Monday
Molino Fall Festival
Fall Festival sponsored by numerous Molino churches, Monday, October 31, 6-8 p.m. at Victory Assembly of God on Highway 29. Fun, games, prizes and food for the entire family. Everyone welcome.
Halloween Alternative — Bratt
Halloween Alternative at Bratt Assembly of God, Monday, October 31 at 6:30 p.m. Hay ride, wiener and marshmallow roast, cupcake decorating, cakes, treats not tricks. All are welcome. Free.
Trunk Or Treat Fall Festival — Cantonment
Trunk Or Treat Fall Festival, Monday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m. at Heritage Baptist Church, 3065 Highway 297A, Cantonment. Food, candy, pony rides, bounce house, and more free fun.
Cottage Hill Fall Festival
There will be a community-wide Family Fun Fall Festival on Monday, October 31 from 6-8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill at 230 Williams Ditch Road. Inflatable bounce house, carnival booths with lots of candy, face painting, hayrides, cake walks, chili, desserts and drinks – all free.
Trunk or Treat — Cantonment
Trunk or treat at Saint Monica’s Episcopal Church at 699 South Hwy 95A in Cantonment. (850) 937-0001.