Bratt Siblings Honored At National Youth Awards
April 3, 2017
Bratt siblings Tyler and Naudia Carach were honored Sunday night at the annual National Youth Activist Awards.
Tyler was awarded a medal for social justice, won the overall award for the social justice category and received a coveted trademark blanket. Naudia was awarded two meals for community ambassador and helpful humanitarian.
Tyler, also known as The Donut Boy, began in program “I DONUT need a reason to thank a cop in August 2016 and has since distributed almost 5,000 doughnuts to men and women in blue across the country. He had the chance to share his mission with a national television audience in January on the Steve Harvey Show. In February, the Bratt Elementary students was awarded the “George Washington Medal Honor” by the Freedoms Foundation of Valley Forge
Naudia is the is the founder of Royal Ribbons, a program dedicated to improving the lives of children who are battling diseases, disabilities or who are victims of unfortunate circumstances. She spends much of her spare time coordinating and working on projects to better her community and surrounding communities. Along with many other projects in 2016, she designed, coordinated, sought funding for and built an Autism Play Garden for a child in Pensacola.
Naudia has recently began a new advocacy program called “their voice” to raise awareness about the growing epidemic of human trafficking. She is the official teen spokesperson for Safe America and has many events coming up in the near future to raise awareness for victims of this crime, including speaking at the Georgia State Capitol. Recently Naudia was awarded the Sodexo Stop Out Hunger grant for her project proposal “My Little Garden.” The first garden to help combat childhood hunger will be constructed on April 22 in the Pensacola area. She is also currently hosting a bike drive for the Childrens Home Society YouthWorks program and is serving as a gala coordinator for the 10th Annual Ladies of Favor Gala in Atlanta.
Pictured: Tyler and Naudia Carach following the National Youth Activist Awards red carpet event at the Omni Resort in Nashville Sunday night. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Team Fusion Earns Top Ranking After Tourney Wins
April 3, 2017
The Team Fusion 7U Travel Ball has won seven tournaments this season. They team was ranked #1 in the nation on the USSSA power ratings at 25-2. Their only losses came to 8U teams.
Team members are Dax Brooks, Cade McNair, Cooper Halfacre, Kaden Posta, Clive Pack, Kannon Ham, Nate Filbert, Bryce Rakestraw, Jackson Harris, Nolan Cheshire and Sawyer Elliott. Head coach is Glenn Brooks, while assistant coaches are Stevie McNair, Roger Pack and Keith Posta.
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Tate FFA Horse Evaluation Team Places In State Event
April 3, 2017
Members of the Tate High School FFA horse evaluation team placed seventh in the state.
Team members were Ashley Henderson, Katherine Cavanaugh, Morgan Pope and Victoria Nelson.
Individually, Morgan Pope placed 11th in the state during the event Saturday at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
The purpose of the horse evaluation CDE is to stimulate the study of, and interest in, equine science selection while providing recognition for those who have demonstrated skill and competency in this area.
Suspect Shot And Killed By Escambia Deputy In Cantonment
April 2, 2017
A suspect was shot and killed in a deputy involved shooting Saturday night in Cantonment.
At 6:45 p.m., Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a domestic violence call in the 2500 block of Southern Oaks Drive off West Roberts Road. The suspect fled on foot to the 900 block of Deniro Court. During the pursuit, he pulled a firearm and shot at deputies, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies then returned fire, killing the suspect. The deputies involved in the incident were not injured.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is now investigating the incident. The deputies involved in the shooting are on paid administrative leave, which is normal procedure in an officer-involved shooting.
Pictured: The scene of a fatal deputy-involved shooting Saturday night on Deniro Court in Cantonment. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fillingim Landing Offers Great Recreational Opportunities
April 2, 2017
Saturday was a beautiful and busy day at Fillingim Landing along the Perdido River.
Fillingim Landing is a day-use recreation area that offers a canoe/kayak launch, hiking trails, picnic areas, pedestal grills, portable toilets and gravel parking. The area, managed by the Northwest Florida Water Management District, does not allow ATV’s or trailer boat launching. It is day use only (no camping), and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Fillingim Landing is located off Jacks Branch Road south of Barrineau Park Road. Admission is free.
Latitude/Longitude: 30.675033, -87.405864
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Driver Critically Injured In Highway 97 Rollover Crash
April 2, 2017
One person was critically injured in a single vehicle rollover accident late Saturday night on Highway 97 near Walnut Hill.
The driver of a Nissan Sentra was apparently northbound on HIghway 97 when they failed to properly negotiate a curve and left the roadway just south of Highway 164. The vehicle struck a culvert and went airborne over Highway 164 and landed on its side in a ditch next to Highway 97.
Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to cut the roof the vehicle to free the man. He was airlifted by LifeFlight helicopter to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
The accident remains under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
The Walnut Hill and Molino stations of Escambia Fire Rescue, Atmore Ambulance and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the accident.
Pictured: Firefighters cut the top off a car to free the driver trapped inside. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Thousands Attend Blue Jacket Jamboree, Livestock Show
April 2, 2017
Thousands of people attended the annual Northview High School FFA Blue Jacket Jamboree and the Gulf Coast Agriculture & Natural Resources Youth Organization Annual Spring Livestock Show Saturday in Molino.
The event included plenty of arts and crafts, a car show, a tractor show and more, including a special visit the Easter Bunny and an egg drop from a ladder fire truck.
The livestock show included over fifty 4-H and FFA youth exhibiting hogs, beef cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, and rabbits from Escambia and neighboring counties. The day ended with youth exhibitors auctioning off their market animals.
The Blue Jacket Jamboree was sponsored by NorthEscambia.com.
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For photos from the Blue Jacket Jamboree and Egg Drop, click here.
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Firefighters Responded To Kitchen Fire In Century
April 2, 2017
Firefighters responded to a reported kitchen fire at a mobile home on Ivey Street in Century early Saturday night. The mobile home had some smoke throughout when fire fighters arrived, but a grease fire had been extinguished. There were no injuries reported. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Man Shot And Killed During Domestic Disturbance Near Munson
April 2, 2017
A Santa Rosa County man was shot and killed in a domestic disturbance Saturday afternoon near Munson.
About 12:41pm, Santa Rosa County Sheriff’’s deputies responded to 11411 Green Road the Munson area in reference to a domestic disturbance. An individual identified as 44-year old Danny Wayne King was described as being the primary aggressor in the disturbance. While deputies were in responding, 911 received another call advising King had been shot.
Deputies arrived to find that King had received a fatal gunshot wound.
Major Crimes detectives and crime scene investigators responded to the scene as well as members of the State Attorney’s Office. All parties involved in the shooting have been identified and interviewed. Detectives are reviewing evidence and statements to determine if any criminal violations occurred.
No arrests have been made at this time. Further information has not been released as the case investigation continues.
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One Injured In Jacks Branch Road Wreck
April 2, 2017
At least one person was injured in a two vehicle crash Saturday afternoon in the 1600 block of Jacks Branch Road, near Perdido Lake Road. Further details have not been released by the Florida Highway Patrol. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
