Laundry Room Fire Forces Partial Evacuation At Century Care Center
July 24, 2011
A small fire Sunday morning forced a partial evacuation of the Century Care Center.
The fire was reported in the laundry room of the nursing home about 7 a.m. and was quickly extinguished. However, due to smoke in the building, many residents were evacuated outside for a short time period.
The fire caused little damage and no injuries were reported.
The Century, McDavid and Walnut Hill stations of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Flomaton Fire Department responded to the call.
Editor’s note: We received several emails about LifeFlight landing the during the incident at the nursing home. LifeFlight landed at the EMS Post behind Century Care Center on a medical call that was not related to Century Care Center.
Pictured above and below: Several fire departments responded to a small fire at the Century Care Center. Pictured inset: Residents are escorted back inside the facility following a brief evacuation. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Century Taking Bids To Demolish Building
July 24, 2011
The Town of Century is soliciting bids to demolish a portion of an abandoned building owned by the town.
The town voted to demolish the front, two-story portion of the building on Mayo Street because it is beyond repair. Once the the older 6,400 square foot part of the building is gone, town employees will be used to create a new front for the remaining single-story metal structure.
Bids for the demolition will be accepted until 9 a.m. on August 9. Prospective bidders are required to contact Mayor Freddie McCall at the Century Town Hall, (850) 256-3208.
The white, mostly brick building at 7601 Mayo Street (across from the old hospital) housed doctors’ offices and even a pharmacy and soda fountain years ago. It has been abandoned for several years and is in an obvious state of disrepair with roof and structural problems.
Pictured above: Town of Century will tear down the two story portion of this building owned by the town on Mayo Street. Pictured below: The interior of the building just inside the front door as seen in October 2008.NorthEscambia.com photos.
CCI Inmate Pleads Not Guilty In Murder Of Another Inmate
July 24, 2011
An inmate at the Century Correctional Institution has pleaded not guilty of the late 2010 murder of another inmate.
John Scaife, 58, was charged in May with manslaughter and battery for the death of 54-year old Donald J. Bart. Officials said Scaife allegedly punched Bart at CCI on December 22, 2010. After being punched, Bart fell and hit his head on the prison floor. He died three days later.
Scaife is due to back in court in September . He is being held in the Escambia County Jail without bond.
Scaife was serving a 12 year sentence from Polk County for a 2001 conviction on charges of burglary, grand theft auto and fleeing/eluding law enforcement. According to the Florida Department of Corrections, he has been in and out of prison since 1979 for a list of offenses that include burglary, robbery, aggravated battery, sexual battery and petty theft.
Bart was sentenced in 2009 in St. Lucie County to eight years for arson, torturing animals and burglary, and a five year sentence for a 2008 St. Lucie County conviction on marijuana charges.
Have Extra From Your Garden? Food Pantry Seeks Donations
July 24, 2011
A local food pantry is asking those with an ample harvest from their gardens to help those that are less fortunate.
The Allen Memorial UMC Fred Lacy Memorial Food Pantry in Cantonment has joined with AmpleHarvest.org to help provide the pantry with fresh fruits and vegetables.
Anyone with excess produce that they would like to donate, call Katrina Williamson at (850) 968-6213 or (850) 777-9666. The church can pick up the items if needed.
Man Grabs McDonalds Deposit, Steals And Burns Getaway Van
July 24, 2011
Authorities are searching for the suspect that snatched a restaurants deposits, stole a van and then torched the van Saturday afternoon.
The unidentified man stole the deposits from McDonalds on Pensacola Boulevard before stealing a 2001 Pontiac van. The van was later found burning on Longleaf Drive.
The incident is still under investigation by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information about the crime is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at (850) 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
Gudell, Amerson To Wed
July 24, 2011
Mr and Mrs Floyd Gudell of Molino announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Layla Ann Gudell, to Brian Matthew Amerson, son of Mr and Mrs Rick Amerson of Century.
Both are graduates of Northview High School and Mr. Amerson is a graduate of Pensacola State College. Ms. Gudell is currently attending PSC.
The ceremony will take place at The Barkley House on July 30, 2011.
Birth: Lillie Marie Murphy
July 24, 2011
Willie and Christina Murphy of Pensacola are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lillie Marie Murphy.
Lillie came into the world on July 8, 2011, at 11:53 p.m. She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounce. Paternal grandparents are Wanda Pittman Murphy and Gary Sunday of Pensacola. Maternal grandparents are Terry and Mary Freeman of Walnut Hill.
Critical Need For Blood Donations, Blood Drives Scheduled
July 24, 2011
Northwest Florida Blood Services has a critical need for O-negative and A-positive blood, according to Director Betty Roberts.
Blood donations can be made in Pensacola from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Northwest Florida Blood Services at 1999 East Nine Mile Road. All blood types are welcome.
The Bloodmobile will also be at several locations this month, including the Century Town Hall from 3-7 p.m. on Thursday, July 28. Other locations include:
Tuesday, July 26
Pensacola State College
1000 College Blvd
Pensacola – 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 28
Century Town Hall
7995 N. Century Blvd
Century – 3-7 p.m.
Evenings in Olde Seville Square
Government and Adams St.
Pensacola, – 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 30
D.W. McMillan Hospital
1301 Bellville Avenue
Brewton – 12 – 6 p.m.
Featured Recipes: Mexican Sausage Pizza, Sausage Mushroom Calzone
July 24, 2011
A busy life does have to put a damper on dinner plans with these two simple recipes — Mexican Sausage Pizza and Sausage and Mushroom Calzone.
(Scroll down to see both recipes.)
Mexican Sausage Pizza
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes 4 servings
1 pound roll sausage (can use hot)
3 cups baking mix
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup minced cilantro
2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
Sour cream (optional)
Salsa (optional)
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In medium skillet over medium heat crumble and cook sausage until brown. Cool.
In large bowl, combine baking mix, cheddar cheese and cooked sausage. Stir in 5 or 6 tablespoons water to form a dough. Pat out into a thin layer on a large baking sheet or pizza pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until light brown.
Spread crust with refried beans. Top with onions, tomato, cilantro and cheese. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Sausage and Mushroom Calzone
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Makes 4 servings
1 pound Italian sausage
1 pound loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 jar sliced mushrooms, drained (4 ounces)
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In large skillet, crumble and cook sausage until browned. Set aside.
Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 12- to 14-inch rectangle. Cut into 4 pieces.
Top half of each rectangle with sauce, sausage, mushrooms and cheese. Fold dough over to enclose. Crimp around edges with a fork. Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at for 20 – 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Arrest Made In Toddler Murder, Former Cantonment Resident Still At Large
July 23, 2011
Pensacola Police say a suspect was taken into custody in Louisiana Saturday in connection with the July 15 murder of toddler Tyquarius Moultrie.
Shaquill J. Besst of Pensacola was arrested in Hammond, Louisiana. He is expected to be charged with an open count of murder and extradited back to Escambia County. Authorities said Besst was present when the 22-month old and his uncle were shot inside a Pensacola Village apartment.
Authorities are still searching for 19-year-old Dwayne Pinestraw. Pinestraw, whose last know address was in Cantonment, was named earlier this week as the lead suspect in the case.
Funeral services for Moultrie were held Saturday afternoon.
For more on the murder and suspect Dwayne Pinestraw, click here for an earlier story.