Holmes County Defeats The Northview Chiefs (With Gallery)
September 20, 2025
The Northview Chiefs lost 25-12 during homecoming night to the Holmes County Blue Devils.
Both teams were 1-3 coming into Friday night’s contest in Tommy Weaver Memorial Stadium in Bratt.
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The loss dropped the Chiefs to 1-4 on the season. Up next, they have a bye week to prepare for an October 3 away game against the Baker Gators, who are currently undefeated with a 5-0 record.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Vet Pharmaceutical Company Pegasus Laboratories Expands Escambia County Facility, Adds Jobs
September 20, 2025
Pegasus Laboratories, a subsidiary of PBI-Gordon Companies and a leading manufacturer of veterinary pharmaceuticals, celebrated the grand opening of its expanded facility in Escambia County this week.
The newly renovated facility in the Ellyson Industrial Park will create nearly 70 new jobs, including highly skilled positions across manufacturing, quality control, research and development, and management.
“By expanding our operations in Pensacola, we’re not just increasing our production capacity, but we’re also investing in the future of our employees and the communities we serve,” said Steve Clifford, CEO of Pegasus Laboratories. “Our growth here is a direct result of the support from the FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance, Triumph Gulf Coast, and local economic development partners who understand the importance of sustainable, high-tech jobs.”
The new facility, spanning 172,000 square feet, consist of a three phased build out which will increase manufacturing capacity, provide state-of-the-art laboratory spaces, and enhance the company’s ability to produce high-quality veterinary products for pets.
The expansion was made possible through the efforts of the FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance identifying a $2.5 million grant from Triumph Gulf Coast to the Pensacola–Escambia Promotion and Development Commission (PEDC) for the acquisition of the facility.
“The funding of this renovated facility is an example of how targeted public investment can drive meaningful economic impact,” said David Bear, President of the FloridaWest board of directors. “We are thrilled to see Pegasus Laboratories continue to grow in Pensacola, creating valuable, high-skilled jobs in the life sciences sector.”
High School Football Scoreboard
September 20, 2025
Here are Friday night high school football scores from across the North Escambia area:
FLORIDA
- Tate 27, West Florida 7 [Story, photos...]
- Holmes County 25, Northview 12 [Story, photos...]
- Chipley 21, Jay 14
- Washington 34, Gulf Breeze 16
- Panama City Mosley 46, Escambia 15
- Pensacola Catholic 35, Jackson Providence 0
- Milton 53, Navarre 27
- Pace 35, Andalusia 0
- Pine Forest – Bye
- Pensacola High – Bye
- Central – Bye
ALABAMA
- Bayside Academy 49, Flomaton 7
- Escambia Academy 45, Coosa Valley 6
- St. Michael Catholic 56, Escambia County (Atmore) 14
- T.R. Miller 35, at Hillcrest (Evergreen) 20
- W.S. Neal 55, Marianna 0
Community Health Reaffirms Commitment To North Escambia, Will Bring Dental Van To Century
September 20, 2025
Community Health Northwest Florida reaffirmed its commitment to the North Escambia area during a meeting on Friday with Century Mayor Ben Boutwell and the new Town Administrator Dave Murzin.
During the session, the non-profit reiterated its dedication to continue serving North Escambia, including Century with its local facility on Industrial Boulevard.
“We also announced that we plan to schedule a dental van to provide services in Century in November and continue with visits at least once a month,” CEO Chandra Smiley said. “We will make arrangements for anyone that needs more complicated dental work to one of our dental offices.”
The dental van will be in Century at Community Health on Industrial Boulevard on November 24 from 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. We will have registration details on NorthEscambia.com in advance of the visit.
Smiley said she looks forward to continuing to serve the North Escambia area and working with Boutwell and Murzin.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photo Gallery: Northview Chiefs 2025 Homecoming Parade
September 19, 2025
The Northview High School Homecoming Parade rolled through Bratt Friday afternoon.
For a photo gallery from the parade, click here.
RELATED STORIES AND PHOTOS
- Aakira Davis Named Northview High Homecoming Queen (With Photo Gallery)
- Holmes County Defeats The Northview Chiefs (With Gallery)
- Bonus Gallery: Northview Band, Cheerleaders And Fans
Tonight’s homecoming festivities begin with the presentation of the homecoming court and the crowning of the queen starting at 6 p.m.
Tonight’s game against the Holmes County Blue Devils kicks off at 7 p.m.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Cantonment Man Facing Felony Drug Charges After FDLE, NCIS Execute Search Warrant
September 19, 2025
A Cantonment man is facing multiple felony drug charges after state, federal and local law enforcement executed a search warrant earlier this week.
Ladaryl Lamario Hull, 22, was charged with first degree felony trafficking methamphetamine 28-200 grams, second degree possession of cocaine with intent distribute, and third degree felony possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.
Hull, listed by the Escambia County Jail as being a resident of Reggie Lane in Cantonment, was at a home on Besman Drive near Lillian Highway when he was arrested.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement, NCIS and local law enforcement took part in a search warrant executed on Wednesday. During the search, they located 126 grams of methamphetamine, 18 grams of cocaine and 1,290 grams of marijuana in Hull’s bedroom, according to an arrest report.
According to FDLE, Hull is currently on felony probation after pleaded no contest in July 2024 to fleeing and eluding in Escambia County. He was found guilty and sentenced to two years’ probation.
Hull’s bond was set at $155,000.
Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show Delayed By A Week To November 14-15
September 19, 2025
The upcoming Naval Air Station Pensacola Blue Angels Homecoming Airshow has been delayed by a week, now rescheduled for November 14 and 15.
It was originally scheduled for November 7 and 8, but the change was made to allow the Blue Angels to perform at another event celebrating the 250th birthday of the Navy.
Pictured: The 2024 Blue Angels Homecoming Show. NorthEscambia.com photos by Perry Doggrell, click to enlarge.
Couple Who Cut Man’s Throat And Threw Him Off Escambia River Bridge Take Plea Deals
September 19, 2025
An Escambia County couple has been sentenced in a plea deal to 30 years in state prison for cutting a man’s throat and throwing him off a bridge.
Natalie Fonseca and Nafis Reynolds pleaded guilty to charges including attempted first degree murder, kidnapping, carjacking, robbery, arson, and tampering with evidence.
On the morning of October 8, 2023, a man, bloody, beaten, and barefoot, approached an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputy at a gas station near Scenic and Davis Highways. An ambulance was called, and the victim was taken to the hospital.
Investigator L. Martinez was assigned to the case and met with the victim. Through his investigation, Martinez learned that the victim had met Fonseca on social media and on the evening of October 7, 2023, the victim went out with Fonseca and Reynolds. While the three of them were out and as Fonseca was driving the victim’s vehicle, Reynolds beat the victim and demanded his money. After beating the victim, taking his money, and his phone, Fonseca and Reynolds cut the victim’s throat and threw him off the Escambia River Bridge. After leaving the victim for dead, Fonseca and Reynolds left the scene in the victim’s vehicle and subsequently set it on fire.
Defeating all odds, the victim swam to shore and survived.
Approximately eight days later, Fonseca brought another victim to their residence, and Reynolds robbed this second victim at gunpoint. At the time of their arrest, Fonseca had this victim’s belongings in her possession.
At sentencing, Deputy Chief Assistant State Attorney Frederick V. Longmire stated, “the defendants are equally culpable for these heinous and unspeakable crimes.” Longmire argued the Defendants’ actions indicate they are a danger to the citizens of Escambia County, Florida, and a sentence of 30 years in prison is warranted.
Tate Aggies Varsity, JV Blank PHS In Straight Sets
September 19, 2025
In a clean sweep for the Tate High School volleyball program, both the varsity and junior varsity teams secured strong victories over the Pensacola High Tigers Thursday evening.
Tate 3, PHS 0
The Tate Aggies Varsity volleyball team swept their match in three straight sets over the Pensacola High Tigers
The Aggies took the first set 25-11, the second 25-10, and closed out the match with a 25-12 win in the third set.
Tate 2, PHS 0 (JV)
The Tate High School Aggies Junior Varsity volleyball team also swept their match against the Pensacola High Tigers Thursday evening. The Aggies took a decisive victory in two sets.
The JV Aggies defeated the Tigers with set scores of 25-19 and 25-17, completing a clean sweep for the Tate volleyball program on the road.
Pictured: The Tate Aggies swept the PHS tigers 3-0 in an earlier meeting this season. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Escambia Man Convicted Of Murder In 2023 Mugs & Jugs Shooting
September 19, 2025
An Escambia County man has been convicted of a 2023 fatal shooting at the Mugs & Jugs bar.
Christian Ketchup, now 27, was convicted of the second-degree murder with a firearm of 25-year-old Tierra Binion, the mother of twins. She was found deceased in the parking lot of the establishment on August 23, 2023. He will be sentenced in November.
The incident started inside the bar between Binion and Ketchup’s girlfriend, Rachel Marine DeRise, before continuing outside.
Binion was unconscious when Derise started hitting her while she was down. Ketchup then pulled out a handgun and shot Binion several times. Court documents said 20 shell casings were found near Binion’s body, and five more casings were located across the parking lot.
Derise was charged with misdemeanor battery following the incident. She pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 60 days in county jail and 12 months probation in September 2024.
