Woman Struck And Killed On Highway 29 Near Molino Early Friday Morning
October 8, 2021
A woman was struck and killed by a vehicle early Friday morning near Molino.
It happened shortly before 2 a.m. in the 3600 block of Highway 29 near the Homestead Lounge.
The victim, a 23-year old woman from Seminole, Alabama, was pronounced deceased on scene.
The Florida Highway Patrol said she attempted to cross Highway 29 when she walked directly into the path of a pickup truck driven by a Tennessee man.
The Molino and Cantonment stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Escambia County EMS, Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and Life flight were all dispatched to the call.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Ernest Ward Middle Student Threatened Three Other Students With Knife On Campus, ECSO Says
October 8, 2021
An Ernest Ward Middle School student is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly threatening three other students with a knife.
Findley Barlow was charged with three felony counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and one count of possession of a weapon on school property.
On Tuesday, Barlow allegedly showed a Swiss Army-type pocket knife to three students on campus before approaching them in a “threatening manner”, according to Amber Southard, spokesperson for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
There were no injuries reported in the incident.
Barlow was transported to the Escambia Regional Juvenile Detention Center.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
ECUA To Resume Recycling Monday; Facility Fire Damage Repaired
October 8, 2021
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority’s recycling center is back up and running following a fire in mid-July.
ECUA operated this week with a “soft start” to clear out some the stockpiled recyclables on the tipping floor of the Materials Recycling Facility (MRF). That also gave them an opportunity to make sure everything was working correctly.
Beginning Monday, the MRF will be open to the cities, counties and commercial haulers across the area that use the facility to process their recyclables.
ECUA will collect recyclables from residential customers in Escambia County beginning Monday.
“We thank all our customers who maintained positive recycling habits as we worked to repair our fire-damaged facility, and all our employees and contractor who worked diligently to restore operations so quickly,” ECUA Public Information Nathalie Bowers said.
While the facility will be back up and running, workers will still be processing metals manually until a magnet used in the process is delivered in December.
The MRF was damaged in a fire on July 15, requiring significant cleanup and repairs. During the downtime, ECUA has collected residential recycling materials, but most everything was sent to the landfill.
Pictured: Fire and water damage at the ECUA recycling center following a July fire. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Sheriff Chip Simmons, Century Mayor Ben Boutwell Talk Local Law Enforcement
October 8, 2021
Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons and members of his command staff sat down with Century Mayor Ben Boutwell Thursday morning.
“We talked about a larger presence of deputies in Century, speeding and working on drug issues,” Boutwell said.
Simmons told NorthEscambia.com that after the retirement of Lt. Bart Fryer, his is assigning a new lieutenant to Century and a new captain over the Century and Molino precincts.
The sheriff and his staff also took the time to hear input from local residents that were also having breakfast Thursday at the Southern Panhandle Café.
“We are looking for ways to make all of Escambia County better,” Simmons said of the meeting. “And it was a chance to have a good breakfast with good folks.”
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Cantonment Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Suspended Due To Lower Demand
October 8, 2021
Community Health Northwest Florida has suspended COVID-19 drive-thru test at Cantonment Pediatrics due to decreased demand.
CHNWF is still offering COVID-19 vaccinations at the Brownsville Community Center each Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Tate Volleyball’s Dig Pink Game Beats Fundraising Goal To Support Breast Cancer Research
October 8, 2021
Tate Aggies Volleyball beat their fundraising goal in a Dig Pink match Thursday night for the Side-Out Foundation and breast cancer research.
A final total was not immediately available, but at last count over $2,400 was raised.
The Lady Aggies also beat Pensacola High 3-1 in four sets. Tate defeated PHS 26-28, 25-21, 25-17, 25-18.
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NorthEscambia.com photos by Crystal Tolbert, click to enlarge.
ESCO: Woman Wanted For Stabbing Her Father At Frank Ard Road Home
October 7, 2021
A man was stabbed multiple times by his daughter Wednesday night, according to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Now deputies are looking for 31-year old Alicia Irene Dixon on an aggravated battery warrant.
The father was at Dixon’s home on Frank Ard Road, just off Quintette Road, when the incident occurred about 7:30 p.m.
A relative entered the home and saw him on the floor with three stab wounds to the chest area, according to the ECSO. He was transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS and is expected to recover.
“That’s all we know because it was just dad and daughter, and when relatives came in she ran out,” Sgt. Melanie Peterson said.
Anyone with information on Dixon’s whereabouts is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP or the ECSO at (850) 436-9620.
Dixon is pictured in a May 2020 mugshot from the Escambia County Jail.
Driver Killed In Single Vehicle Nine Mile Road Crash
October 7, 2021
An Escambia County man was killed in a single vehicle crash Wednesday night on Nine Mile Road.
The 45-year old was traveling east on Nine Mile Road in a white Chevrolet Camaro when he lost control near Tower Ridge Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, ejecting the man. The vehicle came to rest in a wooded area on the south side of the road.
The man was pronounced deceased on the scene by Escambia County EMS. Troopers said he was not wearing a seat belt.
FHP no longer releases the names of traffic crash victims.
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Escambia Tax Collector Marcus Pointe Office Back Open
October 7, 2021
After being down for most of a week due to a cut fiber optic cable, the Escambia County Tax Collector Marcus Pointe Office is back up and running.
Last Friday, a truck hit a poke and pulled down a fiber line that supports the office. Wednesday night, Escambia County Tax Collector Scott Lunsford said repairs and complete and office will be open Thursday.
All other office remained open during the period.
Escambia Animal Shelter Is Full, And They Are Offering Reduced Adoption Rates For Dogs And Cats
October 7, 2021
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is full, and reduced adoption rates are in place to help you find that perfect friend.
“We have a lot of great cats and dogs available,” said Animal Services Manger John Robinson. “You can find that perfect one.”
For now, the adoption fee is $25 dogs and $10 for cats. An $11 licensing fee also applies for Escambia County residents.
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The shelter is open from noon until 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 11 until 4 on Saturdays at 200 West Fairfield Drive. Walk-ins are welcome to see the animals, but an appointment might be necessary for adoption services.
To view adoptable cats and dogs, click or tap here to search.
Pictured pets were available as of Wednesday afternoon. Use the search link above to see current availability.
