School Orientations Scheduled
August 8, 2014
School orientations are scheduled in Escambia County, with school beginning Monday, August 18.
Orientations will be held as follows:
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Orientation, Meet And Greets, August 14-15
- Bratt – August 14 – K-5, 8:30 – 10:30; Pre-K, 9:30-11 a.m.
- Byrneville — August 15, 9-11 a.m.
- Jim Allen – August 14, K-5 9-10:30 a.m.
- Lipscomb – August 14, K – 8:30-9:30; grades 1-5, 9:30-11 a.m.
- McArthur – August 14, 8:30-10 a.m.
- Pine Meadow – August 14, 9-11 a.m.
- Molino Park - August 14, Pre-K 9-10:00; K-5, 10-11 a.m.
For Escambia County elementary schools not listed, click here.
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
Orientations, August 14
- Bailey – 6th grade 10 a.m.; 7-8th 1:00 p.m.
- Bellview Middle – 9 – 11 a.m.
- Brown-Barge – 9 – 11 a.m.
- Ernest Ward – 10-11 a.m.
- Ferry Pass – 10 – 11 a.m.
- Ransom – 1-3 p.m.
- Warrington - 10: a.m.
- Workman – 1:00 – 2:30
- Woodham Middle – 6th grade 1 p.m.; 7-8th 1-2 p.m.
HIGH SCHOOLS
Ninth Grade/New Student Orientation
- Northview
- 8/13/14 9:00 a.m. — noon 10th-12th grade schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 9th grade/new student orientation
- Tate
- 8/14/14 1:00 p.m. 12th grade schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 2:00 p.m. 10th-11th grade schedule pickup
- West Florida
- 8/09/14 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.9th grade orientation
- 8/14/14 10:00 a.m. 11th grade schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 1:30 p.m. 10th grade schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 6:00 p.m. Senior/parent(s) information meeting
- Pine Forest
- 8/09/14 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 9th grade/new student orientation
- 8/14/14 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 9th grade/new student schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 10th-12th grade schedule pickup
- Pensacola
- 8/14/14 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 9th grade orientation
- 8/14/14 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 10th-12th grade schedule pickup
- Washington
- 8/14/14 9:00 a.m. — noon New student orientation
- 8/13/14 8:00 a.m. – noon 12th grade schedule pickup
- 8/14/14 8:00 a.m. – noon 11th grade schedule pickup
- 8/15/14 8:00 a.m. – noon 10th grade schedule pickup
- Escambia
- 8/14/14 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 10th- 12th grade schedule pickup
Note that some high schools have already held some orientation events.
Deputies, Marshals Nab Wanted Fugitive In Drive-Thru Line
August 7, 2014
Escambia County Deputies and the U.S. Marshals’ Task Force apprehended James Jonathan Mitchell, 50, on Thursday. He was wanted on revoked bond.
After receiving numerous tips from the community, Mitchell was located in the drive-thru line at a Highway 98 restaurant and arrested. Mitchell was initially arrested on May 20, 2014, on numerous charges stemming from a narcotics investigation pertaining to the sale and distribution of black tar heroin in Escambia County.
Black tar heroin is a potent form of heroin, mainly produced in Mexico and smuggled into the United States.
Bus Driver Charged With Sexual Assault On Mentally Challenged Woman
August 7, 2014
An Escambia County man was arrested Wednesday afternoon after an investigation determined he intimidated a mentally challenged woman to have sex with him.
Jeremy L. Hubert, 28, address unavailable, was charged with two counts of sexual assault on a person with special needs and one count of attempted sexual assault on a person with special needs.
Pensacola Police Detective Amy Parsons determined Hubert, who drives a bus for ARC of Escambia County, demanded sex from a 29-year-old mentally challenged client on the bus. The woman said she cooperated with Hubert, who is seven feet tall and weighs 400 pounds, because she was afraid of him.
The investigation has been on-going since the incident was reported in April.
Hubert was booked into the Escambia County Jail with bond set at $300,000.
NBA Star Reggie Evans Shares Message Of Hope With Century CI Inmates
August 7, 2014
The odds may have been stacked against Reggie Evans. But the power forward for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings has always been known for his rebounding — both on and off the court.
Evans grew up in the Pensacola Village projects. Drugs are often a way of life in Pensacola Village, and Evans fell into the trap as a dealer. He ended up in the Escambia County Jail, not behind bars, but visiting a cousin. That was his wake up call, and basketball became his escape.
“I’ve been around it (jail),” he said. “I feel like I can relate to prisoners because I’ve had friends and family members in jail.”
Recently, Evans spoke to about 300 inmates inside Century Correctional Institution.
“I told them to never give up, no matter their situation,” Evans told NorthEscambia.com after his prison visit to Century. “No matter where you are in life, even in prison, you are in a position to have an impact on yourself, on others.”
“Y’all have influence, and you need to make that a positive thing,” he said.
Pictured top and inset: NBA star Reggie Evans of the Sacramento Kings speaks to about 300 inmates at Century Correctional Institution. Pictured below: Lt. Jeremiah Mccabe, Rentry Coordinator Sgt. Jack Coppenger, Reggie Evans, Asst. Warden Jonathan Hutchins, Thomas Brame, Mrs. Joi Evans (Reggie’s wife) and Warden John Sloan in the Century CI chapel. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Kindergarten Registration Underway
August 7, 2014
Kindergarten registration is open for Escambia County students. New kindergarten students enrolling in the Escambia County School District may register at the school which servestheir residential area during the regular school year.
To find your child’s school, visit the Escambia County School District’s and click on the “Find Your School” link.
Students who will be five -years old on or before September 1, 2014, are eligible to register for kindergarten for the 2014-2015 school year.
At the time of registration, parents/guardians need to bring the following documents:
- Child’s birth certificate
- Child’s social security card
- Proof of residence, such as an electric bill or rent receipt (please note that telephone and cable bills are not acceptable)
- Immunization Record (also known as the Florida Blue Card, which is provided by the Health Department or family physician)
- Physical form completed by family physician (must be presented to the school by the first day)
Chemical Tanker Driver Gets Jail Time For Hwy 29 DUI
August 7, 2014
The driver of a chemical tanker truck was recently sentenced to jail after being arrested for DUI near Century.
In January, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said a citizen’s tip about 5:30 Tuesday morning about a trucker driving erratically led to deputies stopping the northbound tanker truck full of maleic anhydride on Highway 29 near Tedder Road.
The driver, 35-year old Alex Victorovich Kozlov of Milton exhibited odd behavior and an odor of alcohol was detected by deputies, the Sheriff’s Office said. He failed a field sobriety test and was arrested for driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage.
“A half empty bottle of vodka was recovered from the cab of the truck which indicated the suspect was still consuming alcohol at time of stop,” Sena Maddison, spokesperson for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, said following the arrest.
Kozlov was sentenced by Judge Darlene Dickey to nine months in the county jail, 50 hours of community service, and DUI school. In addition, his driver’s license was suspended for 12 months, an ignition interlock was ordered for his vehicle, and he was ordered to pay $1,606 in fines and costs.
Maleic anhydride is the acid anhydride of maleic acid and is used primarily in the formation of unsaturated polyester resins for use in boats, autos, trucks, buildings, piping, and electrical goods. It is also used to make pesticides and other organic compounds, according to the EPA. Acute inhalation exposure of humans to maleic anhydride has been observed to cause irritation of the respiratory tract, burning in the larynx, reflex cough, lacrimation, headaches, eye irritation, and corneal burns.
Open House Planned For Master Gardener Program And Training
August 7, 2014
Escambia County Extension will offer informational sessions for community members who are interested in the 2014-15 Master Gardener training classes.
The sessions will be held on Wednesday, August 13 at either 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Each session will be about 30 minutes.
Horticulture Agent Beth Bolles and veteran master gardeners will talk about the training classes and master gardener projects. Call (850) 475-5230 or email bbolles@ufl.edu. Applications for the Master Gardener program will be available at the informational sessions.
Guns Vs. Hoses: Cops To Take On Firemen For Charity
August 7, 2014
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Pensacola Police Department are hosting the first annual GUNS vs HOSES softball game Saturday, September 13 at Wahoo’s stadium in downtown Pensacola. This year’s event will benefit Wreaths Across America, an initiative to remember, honor and teach about the sacrifices of U.S. military veterans.
Residents are invited to come out, meet and support their local first responders. Admission is free and activities include a kid’s zone, safety day displays, home run derby and the Annual First Responder Pizza Eating Contest sponsored by Georgio’s Pizza.
In the GUNS vs. HOSES game, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and Pensacola PD will take on combined local fire departments. There will also be an exhibition softball game between the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Navy.
Gates open at 9:00 a.m. and the events begin at 9:30 a.m.
Century Starts Budget Talks
August 7, 2014
The Town of Century will began their fiscal year 2014-2015 budget process with a special town council workshop Thursday afternoon.
Additional budget workshops are planned for Thursday, August 14; Thursday, August 21; and (if needed) Thursday August 28. Each meeting will be held at 3 p.m. in the council chambers at the Century Town Hall at 7995 North Century Boulevard. The meetings are open to the public.
The Town of Century’s budget for the current fiscal year is $4.38 million.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Hot-Hitting Jackson Defeats The Blue Wahoos 9-3
August 7, 2014
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos offensive woes continued Wednesday to start its five-game series against the Jackson Generals.
The Wahoos managed just three runs in their loss, 9-3, and now have averaged 2.3 runs in its last 11 games. On the season, Pensacola ranks last in the Southern League in runs scored with 465.
Meanwhile, Jackson has been the hottest hitting team in the league since June 1, hitting .279 as a team. Against Pensacola last night its nine hits included three home runs by D.J. Peterson, the second-best prospect in the Seattle Mariners organization, Patrick Brady and Jody Lara, who hit a grand slam in the top of the ninth inning.
“They got some guys who can swing the bat from what I’ve seen,” said Blue Wahoos Manager Delino DeShields.
He added that he hasn’t enjoyed watching his team struggle at the plate.
“It’s tough, especially when you know you’re better than that,” DeShields said. “That’s just the way it is sometimes.”
Lively gave up two solo home runs to left field with winds gusting to 20 mph and gave up five earned runs in six innings. After earning his first win in his last start by taking a no-hitter into the eighth inning, the Gulf Breeze High School product is still seeking his first win at home.
For the moment, though, Lively’s three strikeouts allowed him to take back the minor league baseball lead in strikeouts with 149. Over his previous eight starts with the Wahoos, opposing Double-A batters are hitting .195 off Lively.
DeShields said he walked to the mound to speak with Lively in the sixth inning with men on second and third base to remind him that first base was open against Jackson’s Dario Pizzano and he was followed by catcher Steve Baron, who is hitting .175. Pizzano ended up doubling in two runs that put the Generals ahead for good, 5-3. Lively struck out Baron to end the sixth.
“I told him (Pizzano) wasn’t his guy,” DeShields said. “Lively just made a lot of mistakes tonight.”
The three bright spots from the Wahoos opening game with the Generals? The Washington High School drum line in the fourth inning, Ross Perez and Juan Duran.
Perez singled up the middle to center field to extend his Wahoos season-high hitting streak to 13 games. During the streak, he’s hitting 22-49, or .449, with 1 home run and 13 RBI and has struck out just three times.
Duran also looked strong at the plate by knocking three doubles – all to the outfield wall – and he scored twice. He is now hitting .245 on the season with a team-leading 15 home runs and 48 RBI and is second in doubles with 18, one behind Travis Mattair.
The second game of the five-game series with Seattle Mariners Double-A affiliate the Jackson Generals gets underway at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. RHP Daniel Corcino (9-9, 4.29) takes the mound for the Wahoos and is scheduled to be opposed by the Generals LHP Tyler Olson (6-6, 4.21).