Tate Graduate Continues Run On ‘Who Wants To Be a Millionaire’
December 29, 2018
Tate High School’s 2017 valedictorian and current University of West Florida student Samantha Brown appeared Friday night on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” and will return to continue play Monday night.
Sam Brown turned to her mom Clarissa Brown as a lifeline for help about the total numbers of squares found on the standard Scrabble board. They correctly answered 225 to reach the $10,000 level.
“Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” airs weekdays on WEAR 3.
Pictured: Samantha Brown (left) and her mom Clarissa Brown on the set of “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire.” Photo courtesy Jacob Kepler-Disney/ABC Home Entertainment and TV Distribution for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Flood Warning For The Escambia River
December 29, 2018
A flood warning is in effect until further notice for the Escambia River near Century.
Saturday afternoon, the river was at flood stage of 17 feet.. The river is forecast to continue to rise to 18.8 feet by Tuesday morning.
At 17 feet, there is considerable flooding of lowlands. At 19 feet, low lying pasture will flood, forcing the movement of cattle to higher ground.
North Escambia Area Traffic Crashes Under Investigation
December 29, 2018
The Florida Highway Patrol is investing two North Escambia area traffic crashes on Friday.
At least one person was injured in a crash about 3:15 p.m. on Highway 29 near the Canoe Creek bridge, just north of Roach Road. Further details have not been released by the Florida Highway Patrol.
No one was injured in a single vehicle rollover crash Friday night about 7:45 p.m. on County Road 97 near Piney Lane.
Both wrecks remain under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. Additional information has not been made available.
Pictured: A single vehicle rollover crash Friday night about 7:45 p.m. on County Road 97 near Piney Lane. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
High School Boy’s Basketball Roundup
December 29, 2018
Tate 69, West Forsythe (GA) 62 — Love Bettis led the Aggies with 44 points.
Huntington Central (NJ) 69, Tate 43
Pensacola Catholic 78, Northview 37
Escambia County (Atmore) 54, Monroe County — ECHS wins tournament
Morning Storm Causes Minor Wind Damage In Cottage Hill
December 28, 2018
A Friday morning storm left behind some minor wind damage in Cottage Hill.
Several small trees were uprooted, skirting was blown off a mobile home, a privacy fence was downed and small items were tossed about. A cow was also out, walking down the roadway, possibly due to fence damage.
The area with damage included Highway 95A, Chipper and Casey Lane.
There were no injuries reported.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
One Injured In Highway 29, Highway 97 Crash
December 28, 2018
One person was injured in crash Thursday night on Highway 29 at Highway 97. The wreck happened about 6:10 p.m. The adult male was transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS. Highway 29 northbound was closed for about an hour by the crash. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating and has not released further details. The Molino Station of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge. 
Firefighters Rescue Dog Stuck Under Storage Shed
December 28, 2018
Escambia County firefighters rescued a puppy stuck under a shed Wednesday night.
The puppy got a little carried away while chasing a critter under his owner’s shed, wedging himself tightly under two floor joists about three feet under the shed.
The owners tried their best to get him out, knocking two holes in the plywood before calling Escambia County Fire Rescue for assistance. A crew from the ECFR Ferry Pass Station came to the rescue, prying up the plywood and digging around the dog until he could be freed.
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Tate High Valedictorian To Appear On ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’ Tonight
December 28, 2018
Samantha Brown, the 2017 Tate High School valedictorian, will appear on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire” beginning tonight.
Millionaire airs at 6:30 p.m. on WEAR 3.
Brown is now a mechanical engineering major at the University of West Florida.
Samantha’s little sister, Maggie Brown, appeared last month in te Jeopardy! Teen Tournament. They actually found out on the same day last summer that they had been selected for their respective shows, according to mom Clarissa Brown. Maggie is a sophomore at Tate.
NorthEscambia.com graphic, click to enlarge.
Pine Forest Road Traffic Stop Leads To Multiple Felony Drug Charges
December 28, 2018
A traffic stop led to the arrest of an Escambia County man on multiple drug charges.
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper stopped a red pickup truck for speeding on Pine Forest Road. Inside the vehicle, the trooper located 36 grams of cocaine, 21.5 grams of methamphetamine, 383 grams of marijuana, 59 Lortab, and 12 THC vape cartridges.
Martego Clark, 44, was charged with trafficking cocaine, trafficking methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and driving with a suspended or revoked license. All of the charges are felonies.
Clark was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $47,000 bond.
Escambia Animal Shelter Offering Special Adoption Rates
December 28, 2018
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is offering a special reduced adoption fee of $50 for all dogs and puppies and $20 for all cats and kittens during the month of December. Adoption fees include altering of the animal (spay or neutering services), microchip, heart worm test and the initial vaccinations, including rabies vaccinations. Escambia County residents will be required to purchase a license at the time of adoption. This is an additional $11 over the adoption fees and is paid separately.
While Escambia County Animal Shelter staff want every pet to have a home for the holidays, they highly discourage giving pets as presents, especially surprise presents. The shelter recommends if your friend or loved one has expressed interest in pet adoption, consider wrapping a food bowl and treats to put under the Christmas tree and coming to the shelter together to pick out a lifelong pet that’s right for their lifestyle, family and budget.
The Escambia County Animal Shelter is located at 200 West Fairfield Drive and is open Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, contact the shelter at (850) 595-3075.