Northview Honors Winning Football Team, Cheerleaders
January 27, 2011
The Northview Chiefs honored their football players and cheerleaders and their annual banquet.
The Chiefs finished their season with the Regional 1-A Championship. The 2010 Chiefs were the only team in the history of Northview High School to bring home a Regional title and the first to make a playoff game east of Tallahassee.
“I can’t put into words how proud I am of this group,” Northview Head Coach Sid Wheatley said of the Regional win.
Northview Head Cheerleading Coach Anna Barry and JV Coach Megan Carroll said they are also proud of their squads.
The following players and cheerleaders received awards:
FOOTBALL
- Academic Award: Dustin Yuhasz
- Rookie Award: La’ Derious Franklin, Blake McCall
- Iron Chief Award: Austin Arrington
- Chief Award: Alex Payne
- Special Teams Award: Montaio Mitchell, Taylor Martin, Lance Bushaw
- Big Hitter Award: Sim Brown
- Head Hunter Award: Taylor Martin
- Mr. Big Play Award: Dustin Yuhasz
- Most Improved Lineman: Nathan Therrell
- Most Improved Back: La’Mikal Kyles
- Outstanding Defensive Lineman: Lonnie Gardner, Sean Knight
- Outstanding Offensive Lineman: Tyler Brooks
- Most Valuable Defensive Player: Roderick Woods, Brandon Sheets
- Senior Awards: LaDarion White, Taylor Martin, Kaleb Purvis, Lance Bushaw, Levi Gideons, Lonnie Gardner, Austin Arrington, Tyler Brooks, Dustin Yuhasz, Jeremiah Cooler, Michael Moore, Jake Clayton
JV CHEERLEADING
- Most Improved: Chloe Leonard
- Spirit Award: Lauryn Walker
VARSITY CHEERLEADING
- Most Improved: Jessica Warner
- Spirit Award: Laneicia Gomez
- Best All Around: Charleigh McPherson
- Squad Strength: Lauren McCall
Pictured: Northview High School honors their football players and cheerleaders. Submitted photos by Vicki Baggett for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Teacher, Students Arrested On Drug Charges
January 27, 2011
A teacher at the Escambia (Ala.) Alternative School in Flomaton was arrested Wednesday on drug charges, as were two students in Atmore.
Jill A. Coulter, 54, of Cantonment, was charged with drug possession and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia after a K-9 search led to the discovery of marijuana in her vehicle in the school parking lot, according to the Escambia County (Ala.) Sheriff’s Office. Deputies also located rolling papers.
Also Wednesday, drug searches led to the arrest of two students at Escambia County High School in Atmore. An 18-year old student, Tikeria Wiggins, was charged with with unlawful possession of a controlled substance (hydrocodone) and unlawful possession of marijuana. A juvenile student was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.
Pictured: Jill A. Coulter.
the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (Part Three)
January 27, 2011
Today, it’s part four of our multi-part series “the road to the crown” as we follow 25 young ladies at Northview High School in their quest for the crown and the title of “Miss Northview High School” for 2011.
Today we introduce you to the third and final set of contestants. Their biographies, as submitted by the girls, are below along with their photos. You can click any photo below to enlarge.
Our series “the road to the crown” will continue tomorrow with behind the scenes practice photos. The pageant is Saturday night at 7:00, and NorthEscambia.com will have the new Miss Northview High School and all the photos here Sunday morning.
Miss Allie Rebecca Bryan
Allie is the 17-year old daughter of Keith and Becky Bryan. She has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for four years and a member of the Student Government Association for four years. Allie has been a member of the Tribal Beat marching band for four years, where she has participated in both the color guard and the drum line. She has been a member of the chorus for three years, has played guitar for the Northview Performing Arts program for three years, and has been a part of the theatre program for three years. She has been a member of the Beta Club for three years and a member of the Spanish Club for two years. In her community, Allie is an active member of Pace Assembly of God, where she participates with the IGNITE youth ministries. She has spent time volunteering with missions work in Brazil and plans on returning there soon. Allie was also selected to represent Escambia County on the 2010 National Youth Leadership Tour in Washington, D.C.
Her hobbies include singing, photography, watching Alabama football, and spending time with family and friends.
Her future plans are to attend college and earn her degree in social work.
Miss Lauren Elizabeth Cloud
Lauren is the 17-year old daughter of Ronnie Cloud and Angela McMahan. As a freshman, she was on the junior varsity cheerleading team. She has been a varsity cheerleader for three years and currently holds the title of co-captain. Last year, she was a member of the NHS competition team that placed eighth in the nation. She has been a member of the Future Farmers of America for three years, a member of the Five Flags Dance Academy for two years, and has played softball for the Molino Community Team for three years. She has also been a member of DCT for one year. In her community, Lauren has volunteered her time to work the “Kicking Cancer Bike Run” and has worked Relay for Life events. She also participated in the 2009 “Trotting for a Cure” 20-mile triathlon. Lauren works as a waitress for the Alabama Wing House in Atmore.
Her hobbies include cheerleading, photography, riding horses, going to the beach, and spending time with loved ones.
Her future plans are to attend Troy University to obtain a degree in education. She wants to specialize in working with autistic children. While in attendance there, she hopes to become a Troy cheerleader.
Miss Ashley Nicole Mooney
Ashley is the 15-year old daughter of Scott and Sandy Mooney. As a freshman, she was on the junior varsity cheerleading team, the junior varsity softball team, and a member of the NHS cheerleading competition team that placed eighth in the nation. She was also voted freshman class treasurer. This year, Ashley is a member of the varsity cheerleading team and was selected to represent her class on the homecoming court. In her community, she is an active member of Healing Waters Church. She was also awarded the “Take Stock in Children” scholarship.
Her hobbies include riding horses, hunting, playing tennis, scrapbooking, photography, and spending time with family.
Her future plans are to attend the University of Florida and become a photographer or a crime scene investigator.
Miss Mariah Laine Albritton
Mariah is the 14-year old daughter of Randy and Lisa Albritton. As an eighth grader, she won third place in the Miss EWMS pageant. She was also a member of the EWMS competition cheerleading team that won third in the nation in their division. At Northview, she is a junior varsity cheerleader. In her community, Mariah is an active member at the Pace Assembly of God Church and participates in the youth group. She also volunteers her time at Bratt Elementary.
Her hobbies include cheering, shopping, taking pictures, listening to music, and spending time with loved ones.
Her future plans are to attend Auburn University to become an orthodontist.
Miss Rebekah Mary Sepulveda
Rebekah is the 14-year old daughter of Scott and Becky Sepulveda. As an eighth grader, she received an award for mathematics and the Presidential Physical Fitness Award. This year, Rebekah is a junior varsity cheerleader. In her community, she is an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and is involved with the S.M.Y.L.E. youth group. She also does volunteer work with her father at the Optimists Club, as well as volunteer work at Byrneville Elementary School.
Her hobbies include cheerleading, dancing, swimming, gymnastics, and spending time with loved ones.
Her future plans are to attend college and pursue a degree in dentistry.
Miss Abigail Christie-Anne Odom
Abby is the 16-year old daughter of Melissa Martin. She has been a member of the NHS Drama Department for one year and played “Susan” in their production of “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe”. She has been a member of the Art Club for two years and took first place at the Pensacola Art Show. This year, Abby is a junior varsity cheerleader and currently holds the title of captain. She was also selected to represent the junior class on the homecoming court. She has taken dance for 13 years at Studio 43 in Mobile and volunteers her time as an assistant coach of the Northwest Escambia Mites cheerleaders. In her community, Abby is an active member of Enon Baptist Church.
Her hobbies include listening to music, photography, reading, spending time with close friends, and dancing.
Her future plans are to attend Pensacola State College and become an ultrasound technician.
Miss Courtney Alexandra Weaver
Courtney is the 15-year old daughter of Mike and Deana Weaver. In eighth grade, she was a member of the Ernest Ward Middle School Honor Society where she held the office of historian. She was also part of the EWMS competition cheerleading team that placed third in the nation in their division. She has played softball for the Northwest Escambia league for seven years and has received the “Top Gun” award for the past three years. At Northview, Courtney is a member of the Interact Club. In her community, she is an active member of the First Assembly of God church and the “Powerhouse” youth program.
Her hobbies include going to the beach, reading books by Nicholas Sparks, cooking, watching Alabama football, and spending time with loved ones.
Her future plans are to attend college and pursue a degree to become a pharmacist.
Miss Morgan Nicole Digmon
Morgan is the 14-year old daughter of Mark and Tina Digmon. At Northview, she is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She has taken dance at Heather Leondard’s Danceworks for five years and helps teach ballet. In her community, Morgan is an active member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, where she takes part in the youth group program.
Her hobbies include dancing, playing softball, shopping, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends.
Her future plans are to attend college at Auburn University. She hopes to one day become a dance teacher and own a dance studio.
Miss Lauryn Elizabeth Walker
Lauryn is the 14-year old daughter of Ronnie and Joy Walker. This year, she is on the junior varsity cheerleading team. In her community, Lauryn is an active member of Parkview Baptist Church. She has done volunteer work with Byrneville’s Relay for Life team, as well as Campfire U.S.A. daycare and Byrneville Elementary School.
Her hobbies include swimming, reading, dancing, listening to music, and spending time with her family and friends.
Her future plans are to attend the University of South Alabama where she will study to become a nurse.
Man Gets 50 Years For Walmart Rape, Kidnapping
January 27, 2011
An Escambia County man was sentenced to 50 years in prison Monday for the rape of a young Pensacola woman abducted from a Walmart parking lot on Highway 29 in Pensacola.
Willard Ray Crowder, pleaded guilty in November to sexual battery with a deadly weapon or force and kidnapping.
About 10:30 p.m. on January 1, 2010, Crowder abducted an 18-year old female from the Walmart parking lot. The woman told deputies that she was having car trouble in the parking lot when the man put a knife to her throat and forced her into the back of a van. She was driven a short distance before her attacker raped her. She was driven back to Walmart and dropped off, told that she would be killed if she reported the attack to authorities.
Crowder’s DNA was obtained from the victim, according to State Attorney Bill Eddins.
Rise In Local Flu Cases Strains ER
January 27, 2011
The flu bug is biting, straining area emergency rooms and doctor’s offices with hundreds of patients per day.
Sacred Heart Hospital is seeing a large increase in the number of flu cases and other upper respiratory illnesses treated at its Emergency Department and at the Sacred Heart Urgent Care Center in Pensacola.
The Emergency Department has seen record numbers of patients in the past week – more than 300 people per day. At Sacred Heart Urgent Care, Medical Director Dr. Fred Mixon says the number of patients with flu-like symptoms has at least tripled from about five cases per day in December to 15-20 per day in the past week.
“Most people with flu-like symptoms do not need to go to the Emergency Department,” said Dr. Mixon. “I would encourage those who have flu symptoms – fever, chills, cough, sore throat and body aches – to contact their primary care physician if possible. Other health providers such as urgent care centers or community clinics will have shorter waiting times compared to an emergency department where patients may wait for several hours or longer to be treated.”
Hunter Injured In 30-Foot Fall From Tree Stand
January 26, 2011
A hunter was injured after falling about 30 feet from a tree stand this morning in Escambia County, Alabama.
John Davis, 33, of Atmore, was transported by LifeFlight to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola following the accident just after 7 a.m. in the Pineview community north of Flomaton.
According to Flomaton Fire Chief Steve Stanton, Davis fell about 30 feet onto a log after experiencing a severe low blood sugar problem. Davis managed to call his father, who was hunting nearby, for help before falling, but the father was unable to get Davis out of the tree before his condition worsened.
Davis suffered a broken ankle as a result of the fall.
Davis’ tree stand was several hundred feet in the woods, with firefighters forced to carry him about 100 yards to a clearing that was accessible only with a pickup truck.
Century Seeks To Shut Down ‘Junkyard’ Business In Residential Neighborhood
January 26, 2011
The Town of Century is still fighting to shut down a “junkyard” operating in a residential neighborhood — six months after denying a rezoning request.
On the advice of the town’s attorney, Mayor Freddie McCall will contact Escambia County Code Enforcement and seek a cease and desist order against George William Philyaw and the “business” he operates from his home at 120 Front Street.
“Code enforcement said that wasn’t their job to do that,” Council President Ann Brooks said. “I understood that that was not part of their duties to shut a business down unless they were violating code.” Brooks was the lone council member voting against McCall pursing a cease and desist order.
“If we have to, we will…go through the courts and get a court order,” McCall said.
It’s not the first time the town has faced-off with Philyaw. In July 2009, the council voted to deny his request to rezone his property from residential to commercial so he could operate what the town’s consultant, Debbie Nickles, called a “junkyard”. During his rezoning hearing, Philyaw told the town council that he simply collects metal for recycling until he has a “load” and then it is sold.
Because that rezoning was denied, McCall maintains that Philyaw is continuing to operate an unlicensed business in a residential neighborhood.
During the June 28 rezoning hearing, numerous residents spoke against business, and the council was presented a petition with signatures from about three dozen residents in opposition.
According to town records, Philyaw applied for a business license to operate over three years ago, but the application was denied because the property was zoned residential.
Pictured top: The street view of the property at 120 Front Street, Century as seen just prior to a rezoning hearing during the summer of 2010. Pictured inset: Every Philyaw addresses the Century Town Council in support of the business during a June, 2010 rezoning hearing. Pictured below: The “junkyard” is located behind this fence on Front Street. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click the enlarge.
Walnut Hill Man Sentenced For Battery On His Son
January 26, 2011
A Walnut Hill man has been found guilty on one misdemeanor battery charge after a summer 2009 incident in which he allegedly beat his son with a stick.
Andrew Kelly Freeman, 41, was sentenced to 12 months probation, ordered to enroll in an anger control counseling program, and ordered to not have contact with his sons. Child abuse and felony aggravated battery charges against Freeman were dropped.
According to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Freeman’s 14 and 17 year old sons, who lived at the time with their mother in Georgia, were visiting Freeman at his home in the 7000 block of Occie Phillips Road.
The two boys decided to walk to a nearby house to call their mother to pick them up when Freeman reportedly pulled up in his pickup truck behind the boys and told them to put their bags in the truck and return to his residence. When the 14-year old victim refused, Freeman reportedly struck him multiple times on the back with a stick, breaking the stick. Freeman also grabbed the boy and punched him in the face with closed fist, according to the Sheriff’s Office report.
PSC Approves Gulf Power Plan To Reduce Electric Demand
January 26, 2011
The Florida Public Service Commission Tuesday approved a conservation plan by Gulf Power Company that is predicted to save 183 megawatts of electricity over 10 years — enough to power about 50,000 homes.
After directing Gulf Power to develop more conservation savings, the Florida PSC approved the company’s revised plan that now meets the PSC’s conservation goals, set according to the Florida Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act.
Gulf Power’s plan uses a conservation strategy known as Demand Side Management (DSM) to reduce demand for electricity. DSM methods can include rebates for energy efficient appliances or devices, energy audits to show customers how to save energy, and peak load programs that curtail or shift usage from high cost, peak demand periods.
As part of its DSM measures, Gulf Power will offer several new programs inviting participation by a wide variety of customer groups, including low-income, renters and landlords, residential, and commercial customers.
The Commission previously approved Gulf Power’s four solar pilot programs, which offer incentives for customers who install either solar photovoltaic or solar thermal technologies. For schools or low-income customers, Gulf Power may install the solar technologies free of charge.
the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (Part Two)
January 26, 2011
Today, it’s part three of our multi-part series “the road to the crown” as we follow 25 young ladies at Northview High School in their quest for the crown and the title of “Miss Northview High School” for 2011.
Today we introduce you to the second set of contestants. Their biographies, as submitted by the girls, are below along with their photos. You can click any photo below to enlarge.
Our series “the road to the crown” will continue tomorrow with biographies and photos of the third set of contestants. The pageant is Saturday night at 7:00, and NorthEscambia.com will have the new Miss Northview High School and all the photos here Sunday morning.
Miss Mallory Ann Bell
Mallory is the 18-year old daughter of Alan and Gail Bell. She has been a member of the Beta Club for three years, a member of the Interact Club for one year, and a member of the FCCLA for two years, where she has held the office of president. Mallory has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for four years, where she currently holds the title of vice-president. She has also been a member of Rho Kappa for three years and serves as the president. She has been a member of the softball team for one year, a member of the weightlifting team for one year, and a member of the cross country team for one year. Mallory has been an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-Star for three years. In her community, she attends Bratt First Baptist Church and is an active member of the youth group and choir.
Her hobbies include playing the piano and guitar, singing, and running.
Her future plans are to attend the University of South Alabama.
Miss Sarah Malinda Killam
Sarah is the 17-year old daughter of Gary and Melanie Killam. She has been a member of the junior varsity volleyball team for one year and a member of the cross country team for three years. She has also been a member of the softball team for four years, a member of the weightlifting team for four years, and a varsity cheerleader for one year. Sarah has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for four years and currently serves as president. She has been elected by her peers as class president all four years. She was also selected by her peers to represent them on the homecoming court, both her freshman and sophomore years, and was chosen Freshman Class Maid. This year, Sarah was again selected to represent her class on the homecoming court and was awarded second runner up to the queen. Sarah has been an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-star for three years and has taken ballet and piano for ten years. She has been a member of the Beta Club for two years, the Student Government Association for two years, where she has held the office of historian and secretary, and a member of Rho Kappa for two years, where she has served as secretary and treasurer. Sarah was voted into Northview’s “Hall of Fame”. She was also voted “Most Talented” by the senior class. In her community, Sarah is a member of Flomaton First Baptist Church and is active in both the youth group and the choir. She also helps teach ballet classes at Heather Leonard’s Danceworks.
Her hobbies include singing, playing the guitar and piano, leading worship on Wednesday night for her youth group, and spending time with family and friends.
Her future plans are to attend college and pursue a degree in physical therapy.
Miss Megan Juliette Ryan
Megan is the 17-year old daughter of Eddie and Kim Ryan. She has been a member of the basketball team for three years and a member of the varsity cheerleading team for three years, where as a junior she was co-captain and this year, she holds the title of captain. She was also a member of the NHS competition cheerleading team that placed eighth in the nation. She has been a member of the softball team for one year, a member of the cross country team for one year, and a member of the track team for one year. Megan has been a member of the Future Farmers of America for three years and a member of the Interact Club for one year. Megan is currently taking dual enrollment classes at Pensacola State College. In her community, she is a member of Century Church of Christ and does volunteer work with the Northwest Escambia softball program. Megan also has a job cleaning the Atmore Church of Christ.
Her hobbies include cheering, running, wake-boarding at the river, and spending time with loved ones.
Her future plans are to finish out her second year at Pensacola State College and then transfer to a University. She wants to obtain her bachelor’s in nursing and become an ER nurse at a major hospital.
Miss Brittany Danyel Thompson
Brittany is the 17-year old daughter of Anthony and Alicia Thompson. She has been a member of the Student Government Association for three years, a member of the Interact Club for three years, and a member of S.W.A.N.S. for two years. Brittany has been a member of the Future Farmers of America for three years and has held the office of photographer/historian. She was a member of the junior varsity cheerleading team her sophomore year and is currently on the varsity cheerleading team. She is currently in the Spanish Club and on the Prom Committee. She participated in the Chief Challenge 5K run and also volunteered her time building a house with the Habitat for Humanity in Atmore. Brittany has also volunteered her time working with children at Camp E.D.G.E. for Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
Her hobbies include cheerleading, dancing, designing t-shirts, writing poetry, riding horses, and watching Auburn football.
Her future plans are to attend Florida Institute of Ultrasound for two years and then transfer to Auburn University. She also hopes to become a member of their dance team.
Miss Jessica Lea Warner
Jessica is the 16-year old daughter of Jesse and Lisa Warner. As a freshman, she was on the junior varsity cheerleading team. This year, Jessica is on the varsity cheerleading team and was the recipient of the 2010-2011 Most Improved Award. In her community, she has been a member of the First Baptist Church of Bratt and actively participates in the youth group.
Her hobbies include reading, spending time with friends, and playing games with her family.
Her future plans are to attend college to obtain a degree to become an anesthesiologist.
Miss Clarissa Paige Ross
Clarissa is the 16-year old daughter of Anthony Ross and Samantha Nowling. As a freshman, she was a member of the junior varsity cheerleading team. In her community, she volunteers her time as a coach for the Cantonment Cowboys cheerleading program. She also takes gymnastics with First City.
Her hobbies include going to the beach, shopping, cheerleading, running 5K’s with her brother, and spending time with family and friends.
Her future plans are to go to the University of Florida on a cheerleading scholarship and obtain a degree to become a pediatrician.
Miss Tiffany Diane Sutton
Tiffany is the 16-year old sister of Tracy Ann Adcock. She has been a member of the track team for one year, a member of S.W.A.N.S. for one year, and a member of the Interact Club for one year. Tiffany has also been a member of the Art Club for one year and participated in the 2009 Pensacola Interstate Fair student art competition, as well as, the 2010 Artel Gallery Student Mardi Gras Mask Contest. She received the highest academic average award for her visual arts class in 2009-2010. In her community, Tiffany is an active member of Walnut Hill Baptist church and the youth group.
Her hobbies include: swimming, softball, making jewelry, and spending time with family and friends.
Her future plans are to attend college and earn a cosmetology degree.
Miss Morgan Deann Smith
Morgan is the 15-year old daughter of Matthew and Tammy Smith. In her family, she enjoys spending time with her three siblings. Morgan also loves to observe nature at the river and being outdoors.
Her hobbies include reading, dancing, taking pictures, fishing, shopping, and playing volleyball.
Her future plans are to attend the University of South Alabama and pursue a degree in medicine. She hopes to either become a nurse or a pediatrician.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.