Cantonment Man Charged After Allegedly Kicking In Ex-Girlfriend’s Door
December 23, 2023
A Cantonment man was recently charged with the burglary of his ex-girlfriend’s residence while she was inside.
Twain Lamarc Williams, 29, was charged with felony unarmed burglary of an occupied structure and felony property damage.
Williams allegedly went to the residence on North Palafox and kicked in the front door , according to an arrest report, causing about $2,000 in damage to the doorway.
Williams was released on a $15,000 bond.
Volunteer Wanted For West Florida Public Library Board of Governance
December 23, 2023
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking county residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the West Florida Public Library Board of Governance.
The duties of the board include establishing policy and overseeing the management of Escambia County library services and making recommendations to the BCC regarding the annual budget according to the purposes and authority set forth in resolutions, interlocal agreements and other agreements, as well as state and federal laws. These duties also include establishing an annual plan of service and the long-range strategic planning of library services.
West Florida Public Libraries provides service to all of Escambia County, with the board typically meeting on the fourth Monday of the month from 4-6:30 p.m.
Residents interested in serving on the board are asked to submit a resume and letter indicating their desire to serve by 5 p.m on Friday, January 5, 2024. . Resumes should be submitted to Todd J. Humble, Director, West Florida Public Libraries, 239 N. Spring St., Pensacola, FL, 32502 or by email to tjhumble@mywfpl.com.
Resumes submitted to a BCC agenda for consideration will become part of the official minutes and are subject to public records requests.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Santa To Travel On Fire Truck Through Century, Byrneville Saturday Morning
December 23, 2023
Mr. and Mrs. Claus will take a last minute trip through Century and Byrneville on Saturday morning, December 23, with the Century Station of Escambia County Fire Rescue.
For a detailed map of the route, click or tap here.
The trip begins at 9 a.m. on December 23. Along the way, Santa will make stops at the Byrneville Community Center and the vacant lot by Napa Auto Parts on North Century Boulevard.
Pictured: Santa and Mrs. Claus travel through Century on a fire truck in 2022. NorthEscambia.com file photo.
FPL Bills Expected To Dip In January
December 22, 2023
Florida Power and Light customers could get some relief in 2024 due to declining fuel costs.
High gas prices in 2022 played a key role in driving up bills in 2023.
However, gas prices have subsided, resulting in utilities not having to collect as much from customers in 2024 to cover the tab.
FPL customers in Northwest Florida who use a benchmark of 1,000 kilowatt hours will pay $149.70 in January, down from the current $154.91. Their bill will decrease to $143.06 in April after a storm-related charge ends.
Jim Allen Elementary Names Students Of The Month
December 22, 2023
Jim Allen Elementary has named Students of the Month for December. They are second graders Chase Dunlap and Stetson “Opie” Austin-Babb. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
One Injured In Highway 97 Crash
December 22, 2023
One person was injured in a two vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on Highway 97 south of Walnut Hill.
The crash occurred about 3:30 p.m. near Howell Road. Both vehicle came to rest near the woodline on the shoulder of the road.
The person’s injuries were not considered life-threatening.
The Florida HIghway Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash.
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AAA Activates ‘Tow to Go’ for Year-End Holidays
December 22, 2023
Friday night, AAA will activate its Tow to Go program in Florida and other select states.
If you’re faced with the decision of driving impaired, put down those keys and pick up the phone to call Tow to Go,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “We’ll dispatch a truck to take you and your vehicle to a safe location within a 10-mile radius.”
It’s important to note, AAA service technicians expect to rescue more than 937,000 drivers with car trouble during the upcoming holidays. So treat Tow to Go as a last resort. Plan ahead and identify a designated driver or ride sharing service before you party.
Tow to Go is active from 6 p.m. Friday, December 22nd to 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 2nd.
- Available in FL, GA, IA, MI, ND, NE, TN, WI, CO (Denver), NC (Charlotte), IN (Fort Wayne/South Bend).
This is the 25th year The Auto Club Group has provided the Tow to Go program. When called upon, The Auto Club Group dispatches a tow truck to transport the impaired person and their vehicle to a safe location within a 10-mile radius for free. Since its inception, Tow to Go has removed more than 25,000 impaired drivers from the road.
ABOUT TOW TO GO
- Free and available to AAA members and non-members.
- Confidential local ride for one person and their vehicle to a safe location within a 10-mile radius.
- Appointments cannot be scheduled in advance to use Tow to Go. It is designed as a safety net for those that did not plan ahead. Always choose a designated driver before celebrating.
- In some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home.
- Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions.
PHONE NUMBER
(855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246
Must Be Santa: Bratt Elementary Students Present Christmas Musical
December 22, 2023
Bratt Elementary School students presented their Christmas Musical — Must Be Santa – this week.
For a photo gallery, click or tap here.
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‘Shop With A Cop’ Brings Holiday Cheer to Local Children
December 22, 2023
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Shop with a Cop provided Christmas for over 50 children.
ECSO partnered with the Escambia County Sheriff Foundation and Walmart to bring holiday cheer.
For a photo gallery, click or tap here.
ECSO deputies shopped for these kids based on a special list they each submitted. The kids then visited the ECSO special winter wonderland party, where they received all of their gifts.
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Boil Water Notice Rescinded For Cottage Hill Water Works Customers Near Highway 29, Hazzard Lane
December 21, 2023
This boil water notice was rescinded late Saturday morning.
A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for Cottage Hill Water Works customers following a water main break on Highway 29 and Hazzard Lane.
The boil water notice was issued for customers on Carrington Lakes Boulevard, and West Quintette – west to Highway 29 and south to Hazzard Lane.
The utility is advising, as a precaution, that all water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes be boiled. A rolling boil of one minute is sufficient. As an alternative bottled water may be used.
This precautionary boil water notice will remain in effect until the problem has been corrected and a bacteriological survey shows that the water is safe to drink.