Northview Mini Cheer Clinic Is Friday
October 23, 2024
Northview High School is set to hold its annual Mini Chief Cheer Clinic on October 25, 2024, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the school gym. The clinic is open to children ages 4 to 12, offering an exciting opportunity for young participants to learn cheerleading skills.
For a fee of $35 per child, attendees will receive a shirt, snack, and drink. The clinic will focus on teaching individual cheer techniques, partner stunts, and spirit dances, all with an emphasis on having fun. The highlight of the event will be a special family performance at 7:10 p.m., where the children will showcase their new skills.
Additionally, participants will be invited to cheer alongside the Northview cheerleaders during an upcoming Northview Chief Friday night football game, offering them the chance to experience the excitement of cheering under the stadium lights.
Families are encouraged to dress their children in comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. Those interested can contact Lauren McCall at 850-572-6412 or by email at lauren.ashleymccall@yahoo.com, or Alexis Wilson at 251-253-3503 or email dwilson10@ecsdfl.us.
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Escambia, Perdido Rivers Dropping Closer To Historic Lows
October 22, 2024
Rivers in the North Escambia area are dropping closer to historic lows.
At Century, the Escambia River was at 2.8 feet and falling at 7 p.m. Monday; the all-time record low level was 1.30 feet in 1954. The Perdido River at Barrineau Park was at 1.05 feet Sunday night. Low water records for the Perdido River are not available.
During a 50-to-100-year drought in July 2011, the Escambia and Perdido rivers were at 2.9 and 1.3 feet, respectively.
With no rain forecast for at least the next week, both rivers are expected to continue to fall.
Pictured: The Escambia River at Century last Monday afternoon. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Over 8,500 Vote Early Monday In Escambia County
October 22, 2024
Over 8,500 people took advantage of the first day of every voting in Escambia County.
There were 8,517 early votes cast across 10 early voting sites Monday, With 11,112 vote-by-mail ballots that have been returned, voter turnout is already 19,640 or 9.15% for the 2024 general election in Escambia County.
Of those votes, nearly 53% were Republican, 32% were Democratic and 13% were no party affiliation.
Early voting will continue through November 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day at 10 area locations:
- Molino Community Center, 6450 Highway 95A North, Molino
- Billy G. Ward Courthouse, 7500 N. Century Blvd, Century
- Escambia County Extension Services, 3740 Stefani Road, Cantonment
- University of West Florida, 11000 University Pkwy, Bldg. 78, Room 136, Pensacola
- Bellview Library, 6425 Mobile Highway, Pensacola
- Asbury Place at Cokesbury, 750 College Blvd, Pensacola
- Main Library, 239 N. Spring Street, Pensacola
- Supervisor of Elections Office, 213 Palafox Place, Second Floor, Pensacola
- Southwest Library, 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola
- Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. DeSoto Street, Pensacola
Voters may choose any one of the 10 locations, each of which is also equipped with a ballot marking device.
During the 2024 primary election, a total of 13,265 early votes were cast.
Jim Allen Elementary Accelerated Readers ‘Silly String’ Teachers
October 22, 2024
Jim Allen Elementary School students when met their Accelerated Reader (AR) goals were able to “Silly String” a teacher recently. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia Motorcyclist Killed in Santa Rosa County Crash
October 22, 2024
A 48-year-old Escambia County motorcyclist was killed in a two vehicle crash Monday evening in Santa Rosa County.
The Florida Highway Patrol said a 16-year-old male driver from Pace was traveling east in a Chevrolet Malibu on Berryhill Road approaching Gardenview Road when he made a left turn into path of Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by the Pensacola man.
The motorcyclist. who was wearing a helmet, was pronounced deceased at the scene of the 6:26 p.m. crash. The teen driver was not injured.
Troopers are continuing their investigation.
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Obreonne Parker Named Northview High School Teacher of The Year
October 22, 2024
Obreonne Parker was recently named the Northview High School Teacher of the Year.
Parker has been at Northview for 21 years. She now teaches ESE and is the OJT coordinator for ESE students. She has also served as the athletic director for Northview High School since 2017.
Parker is loved by her students and colleagues. Her hard work and care are evident in the positive environment that she creates for her students. When asked to reflect on her teaching career, she said, “Stay positive, love the kids, and continue to work hard because it pays off.”
She will now be in the running for the Escambia County Teacher of the Year, to be announced later this school year.
NRCS Florida Accepts EQIP, CSP Applications through November 1
October 22, 2024
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida announces Fiscal Year 2025 (October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025) federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers, including through the Environmental Quality
Incentives Program (EQIP), and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).
While NRCS accepts applications year-round, Florida producers and landowners should apply no later than November 1, 2024, to be considered for funding in the FY2025 current cycle. If applications are received after the signup period for FY2025, applications will automatically be considered during future funding cycles.
Application cutoff periods allow NRCS to screen-and-rank applications for those with the highest
conservation benefits across Florida’s landscapes, including cropland, grazing lands, and private non-industrial forestlands. Contract obligations for the highest ranked applications is scheduled for end of June 2025.
EQIP can help farmers, ranchers and forest landowners integrate conservation into working lands. It provides financial and technical assistance to address natural resource concerns. Benefits include conserving water; enhancing wildlife habitat; improving air, soil and water quality; mitigating impacts from climate change; and preventing soil erosion. The CSP is for working lands and is the largest conservation program in the country. Thousands of
people voluntarily enroll in the program, because it helps them enhance natural resources and improve their business operation. Landowners can earn CSP payments for conservation performance.
Applications in Escambia County are accepted at the Molino Service Center at 151 Highway 97. Contact Josh Mcelhaney at josh.mcelhaney@usda.gov or visit the Get Started With NRCS website.
FDLE Arrests Two Escambia Men On Multiple Child Sex Crime Charges
October 22, 2024
Two Escambia County men were arrested on child sex crime charges by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
Mason Nicholas Radford, 21, was charged with
- three counts of using a computer to seduce, solicit, lure or entice a minor
- two counts of transmitting obscene material to a minor
- three counts of promoting the sexual performance of a child, and
- three counts of use of a two-way communication device to facilitate a felony.
Ryan Stephen Traynor, 52, was charged with one count each of using a computer to seduce, solicit, lure or entice a minor and use of a two-way communication device to facilitate a felony.
FDLE said Pensacola Cyber Squad agents were contacted by the suspects during two separate undercover operations during which agents played the roles of 14-year-old girls. Both suspects sent sexual solicitation messages to the “girls” after being told that they were communicating with a juvenile.
Both men were booked into the Escambia County Jail. Radford remained jailed with bond set at $475.0000. Traynor was released on a $50,000 bond.
Woman Charged With Telling Child Through Gaming Platform To Murder Infant
October 21, 2024
A 36-year-old Escambia County woman has been charged with allegedly instructing a child to murder an infant through a on online gaming platform.
Tara Alexis Sykes was charged with attempted murder while engaged in aggravated child abuse.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said Sykes had instructed a 10-year-old to purposefully drop a 2-month-old on a solid tile floor in an attempt to end the infant’s life.
On October 17th, ECSO investigators were contacted by the Gulf Coast Kids House in reference to a 2-month-old infant who had suffered serious injuries after being dropped on the kitchen floor by a 10-year-old. During the investigation, it was learned that the 10-year-old was communicating with Tara Sykes through the gaming platform Roblox.
The ECSO said that in the communication thread, Sykes instructed the 10-year-old on various methods to kill the infant. Sykes instructed the 10-year-old to drown the infant in the bathtub, burn the infant with scalding water, and drop the infant on the floor to kill the infant. Additionally, investigators said Sykes had instructed the 10-year-old on how to kill the adults the 10-year-old was temporarily living with by cutting their throats with a knife while they slept and burning their house by dousing bed sheets with aerosol spray and setting them on fire. The 10-year-old doused the sheets but was unable to carry out the other instructions.
Deputies said the “investigation will continue, and additional charges are possible as investigators continue to unwind this tragedy.”
“I have been in Law Enforcement for over 40 years and have never seen anything quite like this. I am truly disturbed by the circumstances and the thought that anyone could think like this, let alone instruct these acts to be carried out. There is something really wrong with her,” Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simons said.
Late On The Rent: Escambia County To Dispose Of RV Left Behind At Lake Stone
October 21, 2024
Escambia County will dispose of a dilapidated recreational that was abandoned at Lake Stone near Century after the owner did not pay rent.
Back in September, Escambia County Parks and Recreation asked Code Enforcement to assist with the removal of an abandoned camper that had been stored at the Lake Stone Campground since August 2024. Officials said the owner of the camper was two months behind on rent, and the owner, as identified by the vehicle registration, was mailed two notices.
Last week, the Escambia County Commission voted to remove and dispose of the RV. Staff noted that the rental agreement for the Lake Stone Campground states that any abandoned camper will be removed after 31 days.
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