National Missing Children’s Day: Search Continues In North Escambia Case
May 25, 2014
A Tate High School student last seen 12 years ago in North Escambia is among those being remembered today on National Missing Children’s Day
President Ronald Reagan proclaimed May 25 as National Missing Children’s Day in 1983 and the nation observes this day each year
“Those of us who are parents understand that the loved ones of missing children will never stop loving them, and law enforcement will not stop searching for them,” Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Gerald Bailey said.
Danielle Arion Bell, then 14, was last seen at a party in September 2001 in the 500 block of Cedar Tree Lane, between Highway 29 and Highway 95A in Cantonment.
Witnesses told authorities that Bell left a party with a man that was in his mid-twenties at the time. Escambia County deputies later questioned that man and searched his home, but he was never charged in connection with the case.
During the summer of 2007, Alfredo Gomez Sanchez, Jr. was charged with providing law enforcement with false information about his whereabouts at the time Bell disappeared. He was not implicated in her disappearance.
In October 2010, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Unit served a search warrant at the home.
As part of that search warrant, a septic tank behind the residence was pumped out, and dogs from Escambia Search and Rescue were also used to search the area. Investigators said nothing was found, and they would not say what new information might have led to the search.
According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Danielle has a scar on her right forearm and blue eyes. She had brown hair at the time of her disappearance. Danielle, whose nickname was “Dani”, was a member of the Tate Aggies cheerleading squad. The popular teen enjoyed dancing and drawing.
Anyone with information about Bell is asked to call the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit at (850) 436-9580 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
FDLE invites the public to sign up to receive Missing Child Alerts and AMBER Alerts via email or text message by visiting www.missingchildrenalert.com. To view photos of missing children, visit www.fdle.state.fl.us.
Pictured top: Investigators pumped and searched a septic tank at this home on Cedar Tree Lane in Cantonment in October 2010 in the case of missing teen Danielle Arion Bell. Pictured below: A search and rescue K-9 team was also on site. Pictured bottom: A septic tank company employee prepares to pump a septic tank at the home. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.
Featured Recipe: Bold Burger Stars During Grilling Season
May 25, 2014
Today’s featured recipe from food writer Janet Tharpe is a bold burger with kicked up toppings.
Northview FFA Selected As One Of Florida’s Finest Chapters
May 24, 2014
The Northview High School FFA has been selected by the state organization as one of Florida’s Finest FFA Chapters.
The selection of these chapters is based upon the completion of the National Chapter Award program application. These chapters have excelled in the areas of student, chapter and community development and have worked hard to fulfill the mission of the FFA.
One member and one advisor from each of these chapters will be recognized on the main stage during the 2nd General Session of the 86th Florida FFA Convention on Wednesday, July 2nd. In addition, each of these chapters will represent Florida at the national level in the National Chapter Award Program.
Pictured top: The 2013-2014 Northview High School FFA officer team (front, L-R) President – Courtney Solari, Vice President – Courtney Weekley, 2nd Vice President – Haylee Weaver, Secretary – Bethany Reynolds, Chaplain – Tamara Barrows, (back row) Reporter – Kaitlyn Kleinatland, Public Relations – Tiffani Cruce, Sentinel – Tabitha Chavers, Historian – Hunter Kite, Parlimentarian – Mitchell Singleton and Treasurer – Moriah McGahan. Not pictured: Photographer – Jessica Stacey. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Northview Womanless Pageant Raises $3,000 For Lung Transplant Patient (Photo Gallery)
May 23, 2014
A benefit Womanless Beauty Pageant Thursday night at Northview High School raised over $3,000 for Cheryl Stacey.
Stacey is critically ill in a Birmingham hospital awaiting a double lung transplant. She is the mother of two current Northview students and a Northview graduate. She was extremely active in the band and football programs at Northview for several years.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Lane “Amanda Works” Carnley was named “Miss” NHS 2014. First Runner-up was Kendrick “Hot Coco” Walker, and Trey “Tavannha Barron” Boutwell was second runner-up. Other awards were presented to Miss Legs Willie “Carlotta Booty” Owens; Miss Congeniality Donald “Dame Elegante” Baity; Miss Fitness Lane “Amanda Works” Carnley; Miss Vanity Kent “La Faunda Fierce” Smith; and Voters’ Choice Trey “Tavannha Barron” Boutwell.
T-shirts from the event are still available for $15, and donations are still being accepted. Checks should be made out directly to Allen Stacey or to the NHS Band Boosters.
Pictured top: First Runner-up Kendrick “Hot Coco” Walker, “Miss” NHS 2014 Lane “Amanda Works” Carnley and Second Runner-up Trey “Tavannha Barron” Boutwell. Pictured inset: Carnley’s introduction. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Womanless Beauty Pageant Thursday To Help With Lung Transplant
May 21, 2014
A Womanless Beauty Pageant will be held Thursday, 7 p.m. at Northview High School. All proceeds will benefit Cheryl Stacey.
Stacey is critically ill in a Birmingham hospital awaiting a double lung transplant. She is the mother of two current Northview students and a Northview graduate. She was extremely active in the band and football programs at Northview for several years.
The Womansless Beauty Pageant was organized by several band and musical theater students to benefit Stacey. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Northview Theatre. Admission is $5, with all proceeds going towards Stacey’s medical expenses.
Additional donations are welcomed, and $15 t-shirts will be sold. Checks should be made out directly to Allen Stacey or to the NHS Band Boosters.
Molino Park Melodic Minors Present A ‘Make A Difference” Musical Message
May 21, 2014
The Melodic Minors Chorus of Molino Park Elementary School presented “Make A Difference” Tuesday evening at the school. The concert featuring songs about how even the little things can help make the world a better place. Photo by Crystal Jackson for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate High Concert Bands Present Spring Concert
May 21, 2014
The Tate High School Concert Bands presented their Spring Concert on Tuesday evening at Hillcrest Baptist Church. The concert included a tribute to Erin Benson as the Wind Ensemble performed a piece based on the hymn “It Is Well With My Soul” conducted by Joe Hooten featuring Leslie Ann Godwin with vocals. Reader submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
EWMS Spring Concert On The Lawn
May 21, 2014
The Ernest Ward Middle School Chorus and Band held their Spring Concert Tuesday evening on the front lawn of the school. A large crowd brought their lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the event, which also included an available fund raising BBQ sandwich plate. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Photos: Our Baby Mockingbirds
May 20, 2014
A few weeks ago, we posted photos of three mockingbird eggs nestled deep within the fronds of a sago palm at our NorthEscambia.com office. Two of three eggs hatched, and we’re happy to report that the two young birds have now left the nest. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Ernest Ward Presents Year-End Academic Awards (Complete List)
May 19, 2014
Ernest Ward Middle School presented the following academic awards for the 2013-2014 school year during their annual awards program:
Language Arts
- 6th Highest Academic Average – Ashlan Harigel
- 6th Most Improved – Andrew Powell
- 7th Highest Academic Average – Shelby Sloan
- 7th Most Improved – Savannah Hart
- 8th Highest Academic Average – Triston Long
- 8th Most Improved – Joseph Wright
Reading
- 6th Highest Academic Average – Ashlan Harigel
- 6th Most Improved – David Warren
- 7th Highest Academic Average – Morgan Lathan
- 7th Most Improved – Cyanne Boutwell
- 8th Highest Academic Average – Hannah Mascaro
- 8th Most Improved – Tyshe-On Brown
Math
- 6th Highest Academic Average – Ashlan Harigel
- 6th Most Improved – Jeremeya Bell
- 7th Highest Academic Average – Seth Killam
- 7th Most Improved – Gabrielle Kline
- 8th Highest Academic Average – Jarrod Davison
- 8th Most Improved – Tristen Segers
- 8th Algebra Highest Academic Average – Tara Windham
- Algebra Most Improved – James Davis
Science
- 6th Highest Academic Average – Teriana Redmond and Emily Boutwell (Tie)
- 6th Most Improved – Kally White
- 7th Highest Academic Average – Aaliyah Tucker
- 7th Most Improved – Dalton Lamar Brown
- 8th Highest Academic Average – Sarah Perritt
- 8th Most Improved – Rebecca Hawthorne
History
- 6th Highest Academic Average – Ashlan Harigel
- 6th Most Improved – Payton Jackson
- 7th Highest Academic Average – Seth Killam
- 7th Most Improved – Roger Dockens
- 8th Highest Academic Average – Kayla Galvan
- 8th Most Improved – Lari McCann
P.E.
- 6th-8th Outstanding Achievement – Payton Jackson
Agriculture
- 6th – 8th Outstanding Achievement – Emma Fennell
Culinary
- 6th – 8th Outstanding Achievement – Madelyn Lathan
Manufacturing
- 6th – 8th Outstanding Achievement – Aaron Dees
Business/Graphic Arts
- 6th – 8th Outstanding Achievement – Julie Coleman
Band/Chorus
- 6th – 8th Outstanding Achievement – Triston Long
A Honor Roll (6th Grade)
- Keaton Brown
- Micah Calhoun
- Ashlan Harigel
- Anna King
- Teriana Redmond
- Bailey VanPelt
A-B Honor Roll (6th Grade)
- Addison Albritton
- Cassidy Boutwell
- Emily Boutwell
- Juliana Bryan
- Benjamin Cantrell
- Karlee’ Criswell
- Courtney Devore
- Jason Fayard
- Amanda Franklin
- Ian Gifford
- Jordan Godwin
- McKinzie Kent
- Ansleigh Maholovich
- Colby Morris
- Cassandra Mullins
- Christopher Nordman
- Joseph Parker
- Kinzie Rackard
- Savannah Roley
- Savannah Spence
- Savannah Steadham
- Josiah Stillwell
- Nicholas Trump
- Brianna White
- Raeleigh Woodfin
- Ashten Wright
A Honor Roll (7th Grade)
- Kaylin Glenn
- Seth Killam
- Shelby Sloan
- Austin Smith
A-B Honor Roll (7th Grade)
- Lexxi Baggett
- Jacob Borelli
- Ashtyn Carnley
- Logan Chavers
- Nikoal Creamer
- Crystal Douglas
- Kendall Enfinger
- Dalton Hamilton
- Taryn Janes
- Helen Kemp
- Tanner Levins
- Jazmine Norman
- Delaney Reynolds
- Kyrha Shisk
- Lydia Smith
- Aaliyah Tucker
A Honor Roll (8th Grade)
- Elisabeth Amerson
- Julie Coleman
- Kayla Galvan
- Madelyn Lathan
- Lari McCann
- Sarah Perritt
- Tara Windham
A-B Honor Roll (8th Grade)
- Anna Belle Barberree
- Alayna Brown
- Dawson Brown
- Logan Calloway
- Jarrod Davison
- Aaron Dees
- Siobaun English
- Jason Fischer
- Kayla Godwin
- Bailee Hinote
- Michael Jones
- Mallory Lathan
- Triston Long
- Hannah Mascaro
- Hannah Nelson
- Celeste North
- Olivia Reber
- Alicia Salas
- Tori Smith
- Sabra Stewart
- Myisha Syria
- Destiny Watson
- Jacob White
Duke Talent Search
- Rebekah Amerson
- Brandon Santos
- Kyrha Shisk
Presidential Awards
- Elisabeth Amerson
- Anna Belle Barberree
- Alayna Brown
- Dawson Brown
- Logan Calloway
- Alexandra Carter
- Julie Coleman
- Jerni Crabtree
- Jarrod Davison
- Aaron Dees
- Miracle Deloach
- Siobaun English
- Jason Fischer
- Kayla Galvan
- Kayla Godwin
- Shavon Hall
- Laura Hammond
- Bria Hardy
- Bailee Hinote
- Michael Jones
- Cody Kite
- Madelyn Lathan
- Mallory Lathan
- Triston Long
- Hannah Mascaro
- Katelyn Mattheiss
- Lari McCann
- Robin Nahkala
- Hannah Nelson
- Celeste North
- Jordan Parham
- Sarah Perritt
- Claudia Olivia Reber
- Alicia Salas
- Tori Smith
- Hunter Spence
- Sabra Stewart
- Myisha Syria
- Destiny Watson
- Jacob White
- Tara Windham
Honor Society Awards
- 6th Grade Highest Academic Average Overall – Ashlan Harigel
- 7th Grade Highest Academic Average Overall – Seth Killam
- 8th Grade Highest Academic Average Overall – Tara Windham
- Overall Highest Academic Average 6-8 – Ashlan Harigel
Patriot’s Pen Awards
- Bailey Van Pelt
- Jacob Hawkins
- Nicholas Trump
Citizen of the Year
- Kayla Galvan
Ruritan Award
- Dawson Brown
Principal Awards
- Javon Brown
- Jordan Capps
- Shavon Hall
- Jack Nielsen