Tate High School Baseball Concession Stand Burglarized
February 11, 2020
Someone broke into the Tate High School baseball concession stand over the weekend.
A large brick was thrown through a window, and about $300 worth of food and drink were stolen, according to the baseball booster club.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Coach Karl Jernigan or Principal Rick Shackle at the school at (850) 937-2300.
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Northview High School Names Students Of The Month
February 11, 2020
Northview High School has named Students of the Month for January. They are Jason Gurganus (left) and Chunqi Yang. They pictured with Principal Mike Sherrill. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
One Injured In Highway 29, Highway 97 Crash
February 10, 2020
One person was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Molino.
The wreck happened about 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 29 and Highway 97 and involved two passenger cars. An adult male in his 70s was transported by Escambia County EMS to West Florida Hospital.
The Florida Highway Patrol has not released any additional information as they conduct their investigation. The Molino Station of Escambia Fire Rescue rescue also responded.
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Gunfire Exchanged In Cantonment Street; Man Charged After Bullets Hit Vehicles
February 10, 2020
A Cantonment man allegedly involved in the exchange of a gunfire in a local street is facing charges after bullets hit two nearby vehicles.
Davonta Terrell Allen, 20, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for a deadly missiles weapons offense and criminal mischief with property damage.
On September 1, 2019, an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to the 100 block of Sheppard Street in Cantonment for a criminal mischief complaint. A resident told deputies that he found a bullet hole in the back rear window and the windshield of his Chevrolet S-10. His Isuzu SUV also had a bullet hole in the left rear fender well and backseat. He estimated the damage to both vehicles at $1,600.
The victim said several people exchanged gunfire near his home about an hour earlier. He told deputies Allen was one of those shooting and later identified him from a photo lineup.
Allen remained in the Escambia County Jail with bond set at $15,000.
Crary Road Has Two New Names
February 10, 2020
Crary Road now has two new names — North Crary Road and South Crary Road.
Escambia County approved the name change at a recent county commission meeting after 69% of the property owners signed a petition in favor.
Crary Road, from Byrneville Road to the north end at Tedder Road, will be “North Crary Road”, and Crary Road, from Byrneville Road to the south end at North Century Boulevard will be “South Crary Road”.
The total cost to the county for the change will be $535.80 for five new street signs.
Pictured: The northern end of North Crary Road at Tedder Road. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
ECSO Finds Fentanyl, Cocaine, Other Narcotics and Guns Inside Escambia Home
February 10, 2020
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office recovered fentanyl, heroin and a quantity of other narcotics and weapons after executing a search warrant recently.
The ECSO Narcotics Unit, High Intensity Patrol Unit, and SWAT team executed the search warrant at a home in the 6700 block of Flagler Drive, off Highway 95A north of Burgess Road. Inside the home, investigators found 125.6 grams of cocaine, 20 grams of heroin/fentanyl mixture, 116 grams of fentanyl, marijuana, and Ecstasy/MDMA tablets. Investigators also located three firearms and $382 in cash.
Jarvis DeMichael Andrews, 40, was charged with possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, possession of ammo by a convicted felon, possession of bulletproof vest while committing a controlled substance offense, trafficking cocaine, trafficking heroin, trafficking fentanyl, possession of Ecstasy/MDMA with the intent to sell, manufacture, and/or deliver, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Jarvis Andrews also had an outstanding warrant which was served at the jail.
Andrews remained in the Escambia County Jail with bond set at $345,500.
Captain Ken Kercher Retires From Escambia Fire Rescue, Recognized By BOCC
February 10, 2020
The Escambia County Commission recently adopted a resolution recognizing Captain Ken Kercher upon his retirement from the volunteer service at the Beulah Station of Escambia Fire Rescue.
Kercher first volunteered in September 1993 at the age of 18.
“I hope I have done enough for my community and this county,” Kercher said. “I only wanted to help others. I just hope I made a difference.
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Tate High Chaparrals Take Second In Gulf Coast Color Guard Percussion Competition
February 10, 2020
The Tate High School Chaparrals finished in second place this past weekend in the Gulf Coast Color Guard Percussion Circuit hosted by Choctawhatchee High School. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Florida Gas Prices Up A Couple Of Pennies
February 10, 2020
Florida gas prices are declining again after briefly rising early last week. The state average jumped 6 cents per gallon, Tuesday. However, that increase was cut in half by the weekend.
Florida drivers are now paying an average price of $2.39 per gallon. Sunday’s state average is 2 cents per gallon more than this time last week, and 14 cents more than this time last year.
In Escambia County, the average price per gallon was $2.29 on Sunday, with two Cantonment stations a nickel lower at $2.24.
“Retail gas prices increased last week, despite fundamentals that suggested a decline,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Fuel supplies are strong, demand is down, and crude and gasoline futures have remained low. However, retailers likely raised prices to offset the cost of new fuel contracts that come with a new month. Despite the initial bump, pump prices are falling again, and could reach the low $2.30s in the coming weeks.”
New Market Street Closure At Nine Mile Road
February 10, 2020
New Market Street will be closed at the intersection of Nine Mile Road in Escambia County beginning Monday as crews perform drainage work. These operations are anticipated to take seven to 10 days to complete.
Traffic will be detoured to Parkside Street and Milestone Boulevard. Signs and variable message boards will be in place to alert drivers of the temporary closure and alternate route.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.