Escambia Man Gets 25 Years For Double Stabbing
November 13, 2025
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to prison for attempted murder of two people.
Circuit Court Judge Amy Brodersen sentenced Jacobia Ladraina Newberry to 25 years in state prison for two counts of attempted second degree murder with a weapon.
On the morning of August 3, 2024, two victims with life threatening stab wounds arrived at Baptist Hospital.
Investigators located Newberry with a cut finger, and he stated that he stabbed one victim in self-defense.
The injuries suffered by the victims were horrific, and the trauma surgeon stated both were lucky to be alive given the severity of the injuries and amount of blood loss suffered by both, according to prosecutors. One victim suffered slashes and stabs to the neck. The female victim was stabbed near the carotid artery and lost nearly 40% of her blood before going into surgery.
Based on the evidence presented at trial, the defendant’s assertion that he nearly killed one victim in self-defense was refuted. Prosecutors said the victims were not armed, and the defendant was suspected of being under the influence of drugs when he attacked both victims.
SEC Recognizes Five Escambia County Teachers
November 13, 2025
The Southeastern Conference recognized five Escambia County teachers during the championship game of the SEC Women’s Soccer Tournament at Ashton-Brosnaham Park.
- Brandi Ziglar, Lipscomb Elementary, fourth year of teaching
- Amanda Byers, McArthur Elementary, 13th year of teaching
- Jazmine Benson, Ferry Pass Elementary, 8th year of teaching
- Kenneth Atklinson, Beulah Middle School, 21st year of teaching
- Gena Keszthelyi, Longleaf Elementary, 40th year of teaching
Each teacher will receive a $500 DonorsChoose gift card to fund projects, to assist them with teaching and benefit their students.
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Cottage Hill Water Works: Boil Water Notice For Williams Ditch Road
November 12, 2025
UPDATE: This boil water notice was rescinded Friday afternoon, November 14.
Cottage Hill Water Works has issued a boil water notice for 24-625 Williams Ditch Road due to a water main break.
There was a water main break at 230 Williams Ditch Road on Wednesday. Neighboring streets may experience low water pressure. Crews were working as quickly as possible to make the necessary repairs.
The utility is advising, as a precaution, that all water in the area that is used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient. As an alternative bottled water may be used.
This precautionary boil water notice will remain in effect until the problem has been corrected and a bacteriological survey shows that the water is safe to drink.
For more information, contact the utility’s office at at (850) 968-5485
This story will be updated when the boil water notice is rescinded.
Amazing Sight: Northern Lights Over North Escambia Area
November 12, 2025
North Escambia area residents were treated to a rare sight Tuesday night. The dazzling display of the aurora borealis was visible across the area, especially in more rural locations away from city lights.
The experience, commonly called the northern lights, was caused by an extreme solar storm.
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Veterans Services Outreach On Thursday In Molino
November 12, 2025
The Escambia County Veterans Services Office will hold an outreach event on Thursday, November 13 in Molino.
Veterans are invited to discuss veteran benefits with an accredited veteran service officer from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Molino Community Center, 6450 North Highway 95A.
Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge. No appointment is required.
Veterans Services Office staff members will be available to help with topics including reviewing VA benefits, filing a VA claim, and re-evaluating VA disability.
For more information, call (850) 595-2409 or email VSO@myescambia.com.
Lipscomb Elementary School Honors Local Veterans (With Gallery)
November 12, 2025
Lipscomb Elementary School recently honored local veterans.
The school created an honor wall, held a veterans parade and presented a special program.
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Cantonment Man Charged With Felony Battery Of His Parents
November 12, 2025
A Cantonment man has been charged in connection with a domestic disturbance that injured both of his parents, requiring hospitalization.
Ryan Christopher Cramer, 30, was charged with two counts of felony battery. He was later released from the Escambia County Jail on a $4,000 bond.
Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the residence shortly after noon on Sunday after receiving a report of a male who had attacked a female family member and was “going crazy.” Upon arrival, deputies found Cramer’s mother and father at the home, both bleeding and suffering from multiple injuries to their faces, heads, and arms.
According to the arrest report, the incident began following a dispute over a mess in the bathroom. The situation escalated rapidly when Cramer allegedly became extremely angry, grabbed his mother, and violently threw her to the ground. She struck her head on the bathtub, which reportedly caused a severe jaw injury and a momentary loss of consciousness.
When his father ran into the bathroom, Cramer is accused of attacking him, striking him repeatedly in the face and pushing him out of the room. Both parents were treated on the scene and subsequently transported by Escambia County EMS to Sacred Heart Hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Cramer fled the scene on foot before deputies arrived but was located shortly thereafter by circulating units near the intersection of Kingsfield Road and Highway 297A. Upon being detained, the suspect told a deputy that he had not taken his prescribed medication that day and became very angry after smoking a cigarette.
Jim Allen Elementary Thanks Veteran Heroes
November 12, 2025
Jim Allen Elementary School honored veterans recently.
The school held a special program, a veterans parade, and created a Wall of Heroes.
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Molino Park Elementary: We Love Our Veterans
November 12, 2025
Fourth and fifth grade choir members at at Molino Park Elementary School recently celebrated veterans with a performance of “We Love Our Veterans”. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Century Chamber Honors Veterans With A Cookout
November 12, 2025
The Century Area Chamber of Commerce held a Veterans Day Celebration Cookout on Tuesday.
Veterans shared stories of their service, including appreciation for their wives at home as they served America, before a smoked pulled pork meal.
Pictured: Pictured top: (L-R) Veterans Joshua Roberson, James Spears, John Bass, and Ben Boutwell, attended an appreciation cookout on Tuesday at the Century Area Chamber of Commerce. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
