Blue Wahoos Drop Biscuits 7-5
April 9, 2012
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos went ahead on a two-run homer by Joel Guzman in the third inning and never looked back on their way to a 7-5 win over the Montgomery Biscuits on Sunday afternoon in front of another capacity crowd of 5,038.
Already leading 3-1, Pensacola blew the game open with a four-run seventh inning. The big blow was a bases-clearing three-run double by left fielder Cody Puckett to put the Wahoos in front by six. The Biscuits made things interesting with three unearned runs in the eighth. All three runs scored after a Blue Wahoos fielding miscue extended the inning. They added another in the ninth, but center fielder Brad Coon grounded out to first baseman Mike Costanzo to end the game with the tying run on base.
Guzman and Puckett each led the way offensively with a pair of hits. Puckett chipped in three RBIs while Guzman contributed two. Tim Gustafson (1-0, 3.2 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 0 ER) picked up with win out of the bullpen while Donnie Joseph (.2 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 1 K) notched his second save. Montgomery starter Joe Cruz (3 IP, 2 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 4 BB, 4 K) was saddled with the loss.
The two teams conclude the series on Monday when the Blue Wahoos send right-hander J.C. Sulbaran to the mound opposite Biscuit righty Jacob Thompson. First pitch is set for 7:00 p.m. in Pensacola.
By Tommy Thrall for NorthEscambia.com
Cody Puckett’s three run double was part of a four-run seventh in Pensacola’s 7-5 win over the Montgomery Biscuits on Sunday. Photo by Chris Nelson for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Time Changed For Century Special Meeting On Gas Leak
April 9, 2012
The Century Town Council will hold a special meeting Tuesday in reference to a project to replace a leaky natural gas line under Highway 29.
The meeting will be held at 9 a.m. in the council chamber to discuss documents related to a USDA loan for a natural gas relocation project, including consideration and acceptance of the loan resolution. (This reflects a time change from the previously announced 10:30 a.m.)
For more information on the gas leak, click here for a previous story.
Pictured: A decades-old natural gas line buried under the southbound lanes of Highway 29 is leaking. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Sunrise Services Celebrate Resurrection
April 8, 2012
Easter morning sunrise services were held at many locations in the North Escambia area Sunday morning.
One of the largest was in Molino as several churches came together for a community Easter morning sunrise service at Aldersgate Methodist Church, celebrating with music and a message.
Other sunrise services were held across the area, including Century, Atmore,Walnut Hill, Flomaton and Cantonment. The sunrise services celebrated the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, an important event to the faithful.
According to the Bible:
Matthew 28:1-20
Resurrection Morning
1 After the Sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to view the tomb. 2 Suddenly there was a violent earthquake, because an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and approached [the tomb]. He rolled back the stone and was sitting on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his robe was as white as snow. 4 The guards were so shaken from fear of him that they became like dead men. 5
But the angel told the women, “Don’t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here! For He has been resurrected, just as He said. Come and see the place where He lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell His disciples, ‘He has been raised from the dead. In fact, He is going ahead of you to Galilee; you will see Him there.’ Listen, I have told you.”
8 So, departing quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, they ran to tell His disciples the news. 9 Just then Jesus met them and said, “Good morning!” They came up, took hold of His feet, and worshiped Him. 10 Then Jesus told them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell My brothers to leave for Galilee, and they will see Me there.”
The Soldiers Are Bribed to Lie
11 As they were on their way, some of the guard came into the city and reported to the chief priests everything that had happened. 12 After the priests had assembled with the elders and agreed on a plan, they gave the soldiers a large sum of money 13 and told them, “Say this, ‘His disciples came during the night and stole Him while we were sleeping.’ 14 If this reaches the governor’s ears, we will deal with him and keep you out of trouble.” 15 So they took the money and did as they were instructed. And this story has been spread among Jewish people to this day.
The Great Commission
16 The 11 disciples traveled to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had directed them. 17 When they saw Him, they worshiped, but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
from the Holman Christian Standard Bible
Thousands Attend Sunrise Service At New Wahoo’s Stadium
April 8, 2012
Over 2,000 people attended a sunrise Easter service Sunday morning at the new Community Maritime Park stadium.
The service was conducted by Marcus Pointe Baptist Church and was the first sunrise service in the church’s 21-year history. In addition to a praise and worship service, and special Easter message was delivered by Senior Pastor Gordon Godfrey Jr.
Pictured: A sunrise Easter service Sunday morning at the new Community Maritime Park stadium. Submitted photos by Dale Johnson for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Partly Cloudy Tonight; Slight Chance Of Monday Shower
April 8, 2012
Here is your official Easter Sunday forecast for the North Escambia area:
- Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 55. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph.
- Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
- Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. North wind around 5 mph.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 45. North wind around 5 mph.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
- Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. Calm wind.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.
- Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.
- Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 79.
- Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 57.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 81.
Northview Beats Freeport 9-1
April 8, 2012
The Northview Chiefs defeated the Freeport Bulldogs 9-1 Saturday morning at Freeport in varsity baseball action.
Northview scored one each in the first and second, four in the sixth, and three in the ninth to pick up the win.
Leading hitters for the Chiefs were Brian Ross, 3 for 4 with two runs scored, and an RBI. Hunter Rigby went 2 for 4, with two runs scored, and two RBI. Zach Barrow was 1 for 4, and scored a run. Kevin Vaughan had four stolen bases and scored two runs. Winston Riley had two hits for the Chiefs, with two runs scored and one RBI. Tanner Brooks scored a run, while Trey Johnson was 1 for 1. Chad Smith also added a single, with a run scored.
Daulton Tullis picked up the win on the mound for Northview. He pitched 4 2/3 innings, allowing no runs on only two hits and striking out four hitters. Justice Agerton pitched 2 1/3 innings, allowing one run on two hits, and striking out two batters.
Northview now stands at 4-4 in district play. They play their final two district games at Jay on Tuesday, April 10 beginning at 6 p.m. and at Baker beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 12.
Woman’s Foot Partially Amputated In Mower Accident
April 8, 2012
A woman is recovering today after amputating a portion of her foot in a lawnmower accident Saturday morning.
The 55-year old woman was airlifted by LifeFlight to a Pensacola hospital after the mishap in the Pollard Cemetery, west of Flomaton and about two miles north of the Florida state line.
She was reported to have lost her toes on one foot. When first responders arrived, they found that bystanders had used a handmade tourniquet to control the bleeding, perhaps saving the woman’s life.
She was in stable condition in last report. Further details have not been released.
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Critical Need: Blood Drives Scheduled
April 8, 2012
There are three blood drives coming up this week in the North Escambia area.
There will be a blood drive Monday from 2-7 p.m. at Atmore Community Hospital and a blood drive on Tuesday at International Paper in Cantonment from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will also be a blood drive next Saturday at the Ensley Walmart, 8970 Pensacola Boulevard.
Next week, there will be a blood drive on Sunday, April 15 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the McDavid Mini Mart on Highway 29 across from the fire department.
While all blood types are needed, there is currently a critical need for O-negative, according to Betty Roberts, spokesperson for Northwest Florida Blood Services.
Blood donors must be at least 18 with parental consent, weigh 110 pounds or more, be in good health and have a picture identification.
Laura Nygren Holton
April 8, 2012
Laura Nygren Holton, 73, died peacefully at her home in Cantonment on March 27, 2012, after a one year battle with cancer.
Laura was born and raised in Birmingham and she graduated from Phillips High School in 1957. A longtime Pensacola area resident, she retired as a legal secretary from Emmanuel, Sheppard, and Condon.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred V. and Lucille C. Nygren.
Survivors include her husband, Robert Holton of Cantonment; a brother, A. V. (Lucy) Nygren, Jr. of Gardendale, AL; two sisters, Elane (Fred) Connell of Gulf Shores and Susan (Phillip) Collier of McAdory, AL. Also surviving are three stepchildren, numerous cousins, and her beloved nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be conducted April 15, 2012, at 2 p.m. at St. Monica’s Episcopal Church, Cantonment, FL.
Trahan Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Monica’s in her honor.
Pesticide Applicator Training Course Offered
April 8, 2012
Escambia County Extension, Santa Rosa Extension and the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Science (UF/IFAS) will present a restricted use pesticide training course on Wednesday, April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for those individuals who wish to obtain or renew their pesticide applicator license.
This course includes topics on the principles of pest control, pesticide labeling and formulations, harmful effects and emergency response, worker protection standards, application equipment, calibration, formulation, area calculations, Florida law and regulations and more. This course counts for continuing education units for private, commercial or public pesticide license holders.
There is a $10 fee for the course. Lunch and all materials are included in the cost.
The course will be offered at the Santa Rosa County Extension Office (Jay Community Center), 5259 Booker Lane, Jay, Florida.
For more information, or to register, please contact Libbie Johnson, Escambia County Agriculture Extension Agent, at 475-5230, or libbiej@ufl.edu.