Suzanne Hollingsworth Named Beulah Elementary Teacher Of The Year
November 6, 2017
Beulah Elementary School third grade teacher Suzanne Hollingsworth has been named the school’s Teacher of the Year. She has been at Beulah Elementary School for five years. She attended Beulah Elementary, Wedgewood Middle, Tate High, and the University of West Florida. She is certified to teach grades K-6 and completed her gifted endorsement in 2015. Suzanne and her husband Russell have two girls, Caitlyn and Hannah. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Free Resume Help Available At The Molino Library
November 6, 2017
Need help polishing your resume to make it stand out from the crowd? The Molino Branch Library is offering free help every Monday from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Call (850) 435-1760 to schedule a 45 minute appointment.
Molino Honors Veterans
November 6, 2017
The Molino Mid County Historical Society held their “Second Annual Salute to Our Veterans” on Saturday. Vietnam War Air Force veteran, Molino resident and author Scott Harrington discussedt his book, “They Called It Naked Fanny,” which details life-saving exploits of the helicopter crews at Nakhon Phanom Royal Thai Air Force Base.
Several additional Veterans Day programs are planned this week in the North Escambia area. Click here for a list.
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Tate High’s Cawthon Commits To Coastal Alabama
November 6, 2017
Tate High School senior Kayleigh Cawthon has committed to play softball at Coastal Alabama Community College. Courtesy photos for NOrthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photos: Northview Senior Night
November 6, 2017
Northview High School held Senior Night Friday, honoring football players, band members, cheerleaders, and NJROTC members that have been part of the 2017 football season.
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Two Killed In Quintette Road Crash
November 5, 2017
An early Sunday morning accident on Quintette Road claimed the lives of two people.
The two-vehicle crash was reported about 2:45 a.m. on Quintette Road near Rocky Branch Road. Both drivers were pronounced deceased on the scene.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, 31-year old Clayton Edward Shaffer of Pace was westbound on Quintette Road in a Dodge Dakota when he crossed the center line into the path of a Buick LeSabre driven by 63-year old Larry Wayne Ellis of Milton. The vehicles collided head-on.
Walnut Hill VFD Honors Firemen, Community Members During Fish Fry
November 5, 2017
The Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department honored members of the community and the department during their 48th annual fish fry Saturday. And the community had a chance to meet Escambia County EMS up close and personal.
Austin Snyder was named Firefighter of the Year, an award chosen by his fellow firefighters. Andrew Peters was named Officer of the Year and recognized for his years of service to the department. Ted Bridges received the Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department’s Community Service Award for outstanding and dedicated service to the community.
Hundreds of people enjoyed fried catfish or grilled chicken plates during the event, with proceeds to be used to provide assistance to displaced fire victims in the area. OneBlood’s Big Red Bus was also on hand for a blood drive.
Escambia County EMS was also be on hand with equipment and personnel, answering questions about their new service coming to Walnut Hill and Bratt on November 13.
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NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Picture above: The 48th annual fish fry Saturday at the Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department. Pictured below: District Chief Chris Brown (left) with (top to bottom) Community Service Award winner Ted Bridges; Firefighter of the Year Austin Snyder and Officer of the Year Andrew Peters. Pictured page bottom: Escambia County EMS was on hand. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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Tate Aggies Head Into The Playoffs
November 5, 2017
SUNDAY UPDATE: The Tate Aggies are headed to the playoffs. They will travel to St. Augustine Friday night at 7:30.
The Tate Aggies ended their regular season with a 57-13 win on the road at Smiths Station, AL. Whether or not the Aggies head into postseason play remains to be seen with a Florida High School Athletic Association announcement on Sunday.
At 6-3 overall, 2-1 in the district it was not clear Friday night if the Aggies will qualify for a playoff berth under a new mathematical points system implemented this year by the FHSAA.
The Aggies were first on the board with 10:20 on the clock in the first quarter, 8-0, before scoring another touchdown at the 6:21 mark, 15-0.
After a Smiths Station touchdown, the Aggie scored on a 48-yard pass from Hunter Riggan., 22-6. The Aggies scored on additional touchdowns from Ladarryl Page from 8 yards out in the second quarter and another run from Riggan with 30 seconds before the half. The Aggies held a commanding 43-6 lead going into halftime.
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NorthEscambia.com photos by Jennifer Repine, click to enlarge.
Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle On North Century Boulevard
November 5, 2017
A pedestrian reportedly suffered a minor injury after being struck by a vehicle about 7:30 Saturday night on North Century Boulevard near the Abundant Life Assembly of God. The vehicle reportedly fled the scene. No further details were available as the Florida Highway Patrol continues their investigation. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Jay Royals Are Playoff Bound
November 5, 2017
The Jay High School Royals are playoff bound according to brackets announced Sunday by the FHSAA.
The Royals (6-4, 2-2) will travel to face No. 1 seed Baker (10-0, 3-0) at 7:30 p.m. Friday.