Escambia County’s October Students Of The Month Named
October 27, 2011
Escambia County Students of the Month for October have been named by the Escambia Association for Administrators in Education. The awards are presented monthly to two or three students from participating schools.
The following students were named from participating North Escambia area schools:
- Bratt: Justin Cruce, fifth grade; Zykuria Fountain, kindergarten.
- Jim Allen: Christopher Daniel, fourth grade; Austin Skipper, fourth grade.
- Molino Park: Lillian Hatch, kindergarten; Brier Thompson, kindergarten.
- Ernest Ward: Ashley Davis, seventh grade; Bailee Hinote, sixth grade; Allison Woodfin, eighth grade.
- Ransom: Maurice Hendricks, sixth grade; Emma Jenkins, sixth grade.
- Northview: Devon Cottrell, 11th grade; Ashley Duncan, 11th grade.
- Tate: Madison Bell, 11th grade; Isaac Heller, 11th grade.
Here is the complete list from across Escambia County:
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Bellview: Marissa Balkum, kindergarten, Zharius Mayes, third grade.
- Beulah: Myah Harne, fourth grade; Kaitlin Weeden, fourth grade.
- Blue Angels: Brayden Miculka, first grade; Olivia Wells, first grade.
- Bratt: Justin Cruce, fifth grade; Zykuria Fountain, kindergarten.
- Brentwood: Jonathan Cook, first grade; Drake Kelley, first grade.
- Cordova Park: Joel Lett, fourth grade; Ashley Van Matre, fourth grade.
- Ferry Pass: Ayden Bailey, first grade; Julianna Reagin, first grade.
- Global Learning Academy: Joshua Jones, kindergarten; Isaiah Turner, kindergarten.
- Helen Caro: Jazlyn Caza, fourth grade; Brianna Cox, fifth grade.
- Holm: Everett Audorff, fifth grade; Michelle Luther, fifth grade.
- Jim Allen: Christopher Daniel, fourth grade; Austin Skipper, fourth grade.
- Lipscomb: Maddison Harte, third grade; Railynn Hughes, second grade.
- Longleaf: Kaetlen Hamlet, fourth grade; Tiera Robinson, fourth grade.
- McArthur: Jacob Caldwell, fourth grade; Nicholas Piazza, third grade.
- Molino Park: Lillian Hatch, kindergarten; Brier Thompson, kindergarten.
- Montclair: Trevor Tucker, fourth grade; Charlize Wilson, fourth grade.
- Myrtle Grove: Zachary Batten, fourth grade; Breanna Ellard, fourth grade.
- Navy Point: Jada Johnson, fourth grade; Jeffrey Sinclair, first grade.
- Oakcrest: Jasmyne Davis, fourth grade; Jessica Jones, fourth grade.
- Pine Meadow: Angelina Adams, first grade; Skyler Matson, first grade.
- Pleasant Grove: Emily Johnson, kindergarten; Alexander Mejia, kindergarten.
- Semmes: Dilan Adams, fifth grade; Dajuan Thomas, fifth grade.
- Sherwood: Isaiah Brown, fourth grade; Jaynessa Westfall, fourth grade.
- Suter: Chloe Eads, fourth grade; Danielle Ward, fourth grade.
- Warrington: Abrianna Skipper, third grade; Amayia White, third grade.
- Weis: Teya Baldwin, fourth grade; Arianna Riley, fourth grade.
- West Pensacola: Gabriela Guillen-Guillen, first grade; Joshua Smith, first grade.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
- Bailey: Jeffrey Nelson, seventh grade; Maya Woods, seventh grade.
- Bellview: Kayla Knight, eighth grade; Joseph Milsteen, eighth grade.
- Brown Barge: Thomas Cummins, eighth grade; Allyson McGuffin, seventh grade.
- Ernest Ward: Ashley Davis, seventh grade; Bailee Hinote, sixth grade; Allison Woodfin, eighth grade.
- Ferry Pass: Allison Davies, seventh grade; Austin White, seventh grade.
- Ransom: Maurice Hendricks, sixth grade; Emma Jenkins, sixth grade.
- Warrington: Cassandra Harrison, eighth grade; Ti’quilla Hosea, eighth grade.
- Woodham: Da’shawn Clark, seventh grade; Leslie Degraaf, seventh grade.
- Workman: Maximilian Levesque, seventh grade; Lindsey Mitchell, seventh grade.
HIGH SCHOOL
- Northview: Devon Cottrell, 11th grade; Ashley Duncan, 11th grade.
- Pine Forest: Alyssa Enrile, 10th grade; Joseph Gammons, 12th grade.
- Tate: Madison Bell, 11th grade; Isaac Heller, 11th grade.
- Washington: Victor Nall, 11th grade.
- West Florida: Joseph Clark, 12th grade; Amber Reeves, 10th grade.
Pictured top left: Northview October Students of the Month Devon Cottrell and Ashley Duncan. Pictured top right: Ernest Ward Students of the Month for October Bailee Highnote (standing), Allison Woodfin (left), and Ashley Davis. Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Education Commissioner Recommends Tougher FCAT Scoring
October 27, 2011
Education Commissioner Gerard Robinson said Wednesday he will recommend new “cut” scores that will be used to determine a student’s score on the FCAT 2.0 and new Algebra 1 end-of-course assessment. .
These scores will be used to determine whether a student’s score is labeled at a Level One (the lowest) all the way up to Level Five (the highest). The new scores will be recommended for FCAT 2.0 Reading in grades 3-7 and in FCAT 2.0 in mathematics in grades 3-8 and in all Algebra 1 end-of-course exams. The remaining grades need more time for public input before recommending cut scores, Robinson said.
The State Board of Education will consider whether to approve the new scores at its December meeting.
“Our state has long-established high expectations for our students,” Robinson said in a statement. “As we move forward, it is vitally important that students are well prepared to move to the next level.”
Vienna Sausage, Body Wash And Shampoo Lead To Felony Charge
October 26, 2011
A Walnut Hill man is facing a felony charge for allegedly shoplifting $41 worth of Vienna sausage, shampoo and body wash from a Pensacola Dollar Tree.
Michael Allen Flowers, age 48 of Arthur Brown Road, was booked into the Escambia County Jail, charged with petit theft, third or subsequent offense. His bond was set at $5,000.
Escambia County Sheriff’s deputies caught Flowers running through the parking lot of a Dollar Tree on Davis Highway after the store reported a person matching his description had shoplifted several items.
A search of Flowers’ truck revealed multiple bottle of shampoo, body wash, 20 cans of Vienna sausage, and other merchandise belonging to Dollar Tree, according to an arrest report. Deputies recovered other items still with tags on them that did not belong to the Dollar Tree.
Flowers had previously been convicted of shoplifting in March 1999, larceny in November 2000, and larceny in November 2002.
Ernest Ward Showcases Talent
October 26, 2011
Ernest Ward Middle School held their annual talent show Tuesday night.
For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery from the event, click here.
Awards presented were:
- Kenral Langford, Honorable Mention
- Logan Doremus and Trace Franklin, Honorable Mention
- Abbie Johnson and Liberty Peebles, Audience Choice Award
- Lorri Harrell, Critics Choice Award
The complete list of participants was as follows:
- Koriaun Lewis, played piano and sang “Well Done”
- Alayna Brown and Ashtyn Pressley, sang “The Revelation Song”
- Abbie Johnson and Liberty Peebles, performed skit “The Dud Wars”
- Amber Freeman, sang “Somebody”
- Elizabeth Wright and Amy Branch, performed skit “The Boy Book”
- Reagan Harrell, performed human video routine “Gone without Goodbye”
- Kayla Galvan, sang “Hero”
- Renee McGahan, sang “Sparks Fly”
- Morgan Wiggins, baton routine to “The Way You Make Me Feel”
- Harmoni Till, sang “Never Along”
- Bethany Reynolds, sign language routine to “Bless the Broken Road”
- Kenral Langford, monologue “The Chill”
- Logan Doremus and Trace Franklin, performed skit “Nerd USA”
- Evon Till, sang “Fireflies”
- Lorri Harrell, sang “What Love Really Means”
- Colby and Aaron Dees, performed classic skit “Who’s on First”
- Loudon Leatherberry, sang “Our Song”
Pictured top: Logan Doremus and Trace Franklin perform the skit “Nerd USA” during a talent show Tuesday night at Ernest Ward Middle School. Pictured below: Abbie Johnson and Liberty Peebles performed skit “The Dud Wars”. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Area Law Enforcement To Hold Drug Take Back Day
October 26, 2011
Several area law enforcement agencies will take part in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, providing individuals the opportunity to voluntarily dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs.
In Escambia County, CVS has donated gift cards to the take back effort and each person turning in outdated and unneeded medications will receive a $5 gift card while supplies last.
Escambia County Sheriff’s Office (9 am – 2 pm):
- Molino ESCO Precinct, 5844 North Hwy 29, Molino
- CVS, Perdido Key
- CVS, Brent and Hwy 29
- CVS, Hwy 29 and Kingsfield
- CVS, Davis Hwy and Olive Road
- CVS,Palafox and 9 Mile Road
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office (10 am – 2pm):
- Main Sheriff’s Office, 5755 E. Milton Rd., Milton
- Navarre District Office, 8597 High School Blvd, Navarre
Poarch Creek Tribal Police Departmen (10 am – 2pm):
- Poarch Creek PD, Jack Springs Road, Atmore
Pictured above: Some of the prescription drugs collected earlier this year during a drug take back day at the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Century Precinct. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Cross Country: Northview, Jay, Tate, EWMS, Miller And More
October 26, 2011
Over 140 runners took part in a cross country meet Tuesday afternoon at Northview High School, with T.R. Miller and Pensacola Christian Academy taking top honors.
Baker, Central, Ernest Ward, Jay, Northview, Pensacola Christian, Tate and T.R. Miller took part in the meet hosted by Northview High School.
For a photo gallery from the event, click here.
Results were as follows:
Fastest Boy — Dylan Scott – Baker (17:21)
Fastest Girl — Karisa Nelson – T.R. Miller (18:31)
Team Results –Girls
- 1st TR Miller 27 Points
- 2nd Jay 38 Points
- 3rd PCA 107 Points
- 4th Northview 133 Points
- 5th Baker 145 Points
- 6th Central 181 Points
Team Results — Boys
- 1st PCA 42 Points
- 2nd TR Miller 56 Points
- 3rd Tate 74 Points
- 4th Central 147 Points
- 5th Northview 258 Points
Northview High School
- Top Girls — Georgia Goetter, Lakelynn Parker, Zacarra Davis, Jazzlyn Franklin, Ashley Joiner
- Top Boys — Jarrett Parker, Dakota Craft, Jonathon Moretz, Jack Floyd, Joshua Borelli
- Top Girls — Jessica Thornton, Jorga Agrait, Allison, Savannah Brisn, Ally Settle
- Top Boys – Micah Kemp, Mark Foley
- Top Girls — Bethany Reynolds, Victoria Amerson, Jessica Barrows
- Top Boys — Zachary Calloway, Gavin Coon, Logan Calloway, Jared Townley
- Top Girls — Bethany Davis, Tina Blakely, Hannah Philips, Jessi Whaley
- Top Boys — Thomas Simons Jared Blakely, Daniel Keely, Devante Bonhann, Luke Barnhill
- Top Girls — Kennedy Fuller, Beth Smith, Brandi Bradley, Allaina Morrow, Courtney Rutherford
- Top Boys — Kyle Fuller, Nolan Frady, Keifer Boyett, Morgan Givens, Nick Pooley
- Top Girls — Lauren Cochran, Ann Brock, Katarina Zayas, Monica Smith, Grace Tegenkamp
- Top Boys — Kenneth Cochran, Jared Cirone, Richard Moses, Daniel Posey, Kobi Jekel
- Top Girls — Karisa Nelson, Allie Nelson, Katie Nelson, Amber Nelson, Breann Huff
- Top Boys — Rob Stokes, Andrew Pollite, Christian Carlson, Carter Frezell, Ryan Snowden
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Mark Your Calendars — Walnut Hill VFD Sets Annual Fish Fry
October 26, 2011
Mark your calendars — the Walnut Hill Volunteer Fire Department has scheduled their 42nd Annual Catfish Fry.
The event will be Saturday, November 5 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Walnut Hill Fire Station on Highway 97.
Plates will be $7 each with your choice of catfish fillets or grilled chicken, plus baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, homemade bread and cake. There will also be drawing for door prizes beginning at 1 p.m.
The Northwest Florida Blood Center Bloodmobile will also be on hand for a blood drive.
BP Makes Last $10 Million Payment For Area Tourism; BP Profits Soar
October 26, 2011
BP executives on Tuesday sent the third $10 million installment of a $30 million program created earlier this year to bolster tourism marketing in the Florida Panhandle — the same day BP announced profits of $4.8 billion.
The payment, which targets an area hard hit by the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill, will be distributed through the Northwest Florida Tourism Council.
“This demonstrates their commitment to restore Northwest Florida tourism,” said Dawn Moliterno, the executive director of Visit South Walton. “The results have already been demonstrated with the recent significant increases in bed tax collection.”
Bed tax receipts in the seven counties of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, Gulf and Franklin, indicate the summer season was far ahead of 2010.
Oil giant BP reported higher third quarter profits Tuesday on higher oil prices and its CEO says the company has clearly survived last year’s Gulf of Mexico oil spill. BP announced in the quarter that ended Sept. 30 it had net profit of $4.9 billion, up from $1.8 billion in the same quarter a year earlier.
The company also said it is selling $45 billion in assets to pay for damage from the April 20, 2010, Deepwater Horizon explosion and spill.
In a statement, BP CEO Bob Dudley said the company had “reached a definite turning point,” from the aftermath of the spill. The company still faces more than 600 lawsuits related to the spill.
By The News Service of Florida
District Volleyball: Northview Falls To No. 1 Baker
October 26, 2011
The Northview Lady Chiefs are out of the district volleyball tournament after a loss Tuesday to No. 1 Baker.
Northview lost to Baker in three straight, 11-25, 10-25, 26-28.
Josie Doucette had two kills, one assist and a dig for the Lady Chiefs, as Morgan Payne had two kills, one assist, and a block. Danielle Steadham added three kills, one block and two digs, while Misty Doran contributed one ace, three kills, one block and four digs
The Lady Chiefs finished their season at 5-19 overall, 3-5 in the district.
McDavid Man Gets 3 Years In Prison On Assault, Battery, Weapons Charges
October 25, 2011
A McDavid man was sentenced Monday to three years in state prison on domestic violence and weapons charges stemming from a May incident.
Jason Edward Potter, 31, of Purdue Road, was charged with domestic violence aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of battery domestic violence, felony possession of weapon by a convicted felon, and criminal mischief.
After pleading guilty to the charges Monday, Judge Terry Terrell sentenced Potter to a minimum mandatory 36 months in prison for possession of a weapon by a convicted felon along with several other concurrent sentences on the additional charges. He was also ordered to pay $1,020 in court costs and other fees.
After an alleged dispute with his sister over $20 in late May 2011, Potter tackled her. He also used his elbow to break the glass out of gun cabinet, take a .22 caliber revolver, load it and threaten to kill himself and say that the police would have to kill him. He was taken into custody by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office without incident.
The sister, age 29, was transported by ambulance to Atmore Community Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.