Wahoos And BayBears Postponed In Mobile
August 17, 2012
Thursday’s game between the Blue Wahoos and Mobile BayBears has been postponed due to rain. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Friday beginning at 5:05 p.m.
Both games will be seven-inning contests. The second game will start approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of game one. RHP Kyle Lotzkar will start for the Blue Wahoos in the first game against Mobile RHP Brett Tomko. In game two, RHP Mark Serrano is scheduled to square off against fellow RHP Chase Anderson.
The Blue Wahoos’ next homestand begins on Sunday, August 19 at 4:00 p.m., with the Montgomery Biscuits.
David S. Arnette
August 17, 2012
David S. Arnette, 71, after a long and courageous struggle with cancer, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, August 14, 2012.
He is predeceased by his parents John Nathaniel Arnette and Ruby May Barlow and four siblings.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Marilyn Philen Arnette; three daughters: Cherie Monique Arnette, Pensacola, Carren (Tommy) Quinn, Mobile, and Jeanne (Chris) Williams, Pensacola; two grandsons Parker and Ryan Quinn; one brother Van Drew (Mae) Arnette, numerous nieces and nephews; faithful friends and Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church family.
His reserved demeanor belied a multi-faceted life lived to the fullest. He was a true Renaissance man who loved history, studied the natural sciences, and appreciated classical literature, poetry and the arts. He pursued various interests including restoring antique furniture and cars, serving on the Board of Directors for the Hawaiian Malacological Society, coauthoring the naming of a species of Cyprea, and meticulously researching genealogy proving direct lineage to American Patriots and becoming a lifetime member of the Jamestowne Society. Each of his daughters inherited parts of his passions which are reflected in their chosen careers.
He had a strong moral compass instilling a sense of honor and duty in his family and those he touched. His unwavering sense of patriotism was exhibited in service to his country for 22 years in the United States Air Force. A highly decorated Vietnam veteran, he traveled the world but had strong roots in his home and community. Following his retirement, he served for 20 years at the McDavid Post Office where his quiet acts of kindness made a difference in his community. He will be missed by all.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 18, 2012, from 12-2 pm with services following at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Hwy 29 Cantonment.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, 170 Bogia Road, McDavid, 32568 or the American Cancer Society Pensacola, 5402 Corporate Woods Drive #100, Pensacola, 32504.
Honorary pallbearers will be Keith McDonough, Shannon Boles, Mike Pevahouse, Jason Harr, Russ Black, Eric Gilmore, Matt Gilmore, Ben Gilmore, Wesley Morris, and Travis Milstead.
Pensacola Wins $1 Million Hurricane Ivan Appeal
August 17, 2012
FEMA will reimburse the City of Pensacola another $1 million for costs associated with Hurricane Ivan.
The city incurred costs of $1,369,891 for the removal of debris from 64 city parks after the hurricane. Due to a disagreement over the reasonable cost for the work, FEMA reimbursed only $357,047. Appeals submitted by the previous City administration were denied, and the process stalled as FEMA closed the case in February 2010.
Shortly after taking office, Mayor Ashton Hayward traveled to Washington in March 2011 to renew the appeal, personally meeting with representatives from FEMA. Hayward also flew to Orlando to meet with Senator Bill Nelson about the appeal, and made regular calls to officials to ensure the appeal was on track.
FEMA approved another $1,012,389 for Pensacola.
“This is a huge win for the City of Pensacola,” said Mayor Hayward. “Immediately after taking office, I made pursuing these FEMA dollars a top priority. With our new form of government, one of the mayor’s duties is to truly advocate and fight for our city, whether it’s for jobs, investment, or federal dollars that we’re owed. I want to thank Senator Nelson, his chief of staff Pete Mitchell, as well as Congressman Jeff Miller for all of their support and hard work on this issue.”
“It’s incredibly important for a leader to leverage every relationship and have the tenacity and determination to get things done,” said City Administrator Bill Reynolds.
In a letter Thursday, FEMA Deputy Associate Administrator Elizabeth Zimmerman noted that FEMA’s initial denials were based on only collecting and hauling debris, and did not consider additional work performed by the City’s contractor, such as hazardous tree, limb, and stump removal. Finding that the city’s “requested funding … is a reasonable cost for the work performed,” Zimmerman determined that the city’s appeal should be granted in full. The determination represents the final decision on this matter.
Feds Sue Florida Prisons Over Kosher Meals
August 17, 2012
Arguing that prisoners’ rights have been violated, the U.S. Department of Justice this week filed a federal lawsuit aimed at forcing the Florida Department of Corrections to make available kosher meals.
The lawsuit, filed in Miami, says Florida abandoned serving kosher meals in prisons in 2007, except for a pilot program at the South Florida Reception Center.
“FDC’s (the Florida Department of Corrections’) denial of kosher meals substantially burdens the religious exercise of prisoners desiring to keep kosher, as consuming a kosher diet is a fundamental tenet of Judaism and other religions practiced by FDC prisoners,” the lawsuit says.
Before 2007, the lawsuit says prisoners who wanted to keep kosher could be sent to 13 prisons. It says an average of 250 prisoners a day took part in the kosher program. The lawsuit lists 13 prisoners who want kosher meals but are unable to get them at a variety of prison facilities.
By The News Service of Florida
Bobby Gerald Goodwin
August 17, 2012
Bobby Gerald Goodwin, 61, passed away suddenly in a local hospital on Monday, August 13, 2012. Bobby was born on March 7, 1951, in Pensacola, to A.J. “Dude” and Eunice Goodwin.
Bobby was predeceased by his father, A. J. “Dude” Goodwin and his brother, Donald Ray Goodwin.
He is survived by his mother, Eunice Goodwin; two sisters, Faye (Michael) Dees and Brenda (Terry) Bagwell; three brothers, Ronald (Collie) Goodwin, Larry (Joyce) Goodwin, and Edward (Sally) Goodwin. He is also survived by 14 nieces and nephews, 23 great nieces and nephews, six great-great nieces and nephews and a very special friend, Kenny Boone.
Bobby graduated from Tate High School in 1969. He worked in the pulp wood business driving a truck until an accident in 1972 which resulted in his quadriplegia. Bobby was lovingly cared for by his mother and family until his death. He was an avid horse lover, riding in many horse races and horse shows until his accident. Bobby loved the outdoors, family cookouts, and his faithful blue heeler dog, Barney.
Bobby will be missed by many in the Farm Hill community in Cantonment who often saw him traveling on the roads in his electric wheel chair visiting his neighbors and many friends. He never met a stranger and was loved by all who knew him.
The family would like to thank Interim Health care and Nurse Finders Health Care for their services in caring for Bobby.
Visitation will be at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 17, 2012, followed by a memorial service at 6:00 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North in Cantonment
Brother Jeff McKee, pastor of the Victory Assembly of God Church in Molino, will conduct the services.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of their choice.
Eloise Enfinger
August 17, 2012
Eloise Enfinger, our dearly loved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend lost her battle with cancer on Wednesday, August 15, 2012. We miss you so much but your legacy of strength, love, devotion and faith will live on in us forever. Our hearts are joyful that you are united with your daughter in heaven. Always a woman of strength and devotion, she loved her family and friends with her whole heart and soul.
Eloise was born on December 12, 1935, in Westville, FL to Walter & Ettie Mae Jackson. She later made Cantonment her home. She was employed as a cashier with Winn Dixie for many years.
She is survived by two sons, David Sasnett (Tammy) of Eastpoint, FL and Danny Sasnett (Vicki) of Springville, AL; one daughter, Pamela Toms (Lewis) of Crestview; 11 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; one brother, Billy Jackson (Wanda); one sister, Carolyn Hood (Russell) and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 17, 2012, at Faith Chapel North Funeral Home with Rev. David Davis officiating. Interment will follow in the First Pentecostal Cemetery in Molino.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel North from 1:00 p.m. until service time on Friday.
We would like to thank the wonderful nurses and staff of Sacred Heart oncology floor, St. Catherine’s and Dr. Fitzgerald for all their love, concern and care of our amazing and wonderful mother. God Bless and let our hope and strength and comfort be found in him.
Marine Aviation Tower Arrives In Escambia County
August 16, 2012
A motorcade with the Marine Aviation Memorial Tower traveled through North Escambia Thursday afternoon.
The 30-foot tall steel tower, commemorating 100 years of Marine Aviation and honoring all Marine aviators, arrived later at the Veterans Memorial Park in Pensacola. It will be dedicated during a ceremony Sunday at 11 a.m.
The motorcade included about 100 members of the Patriot Guard.
Pictured top: The Marine Aviation Memorial Tower speeds past the McDavid Mini Mart Thursday afternoon. Pictured inset and below: The tower was accompanied by the Patriot Guard as it rolled through McDavid under stormy skies. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge. Pictured bottom: A rendering of the tower in place at the Veterans Memorial Park in Pensacola.
Escambia Deputy Injured In Traffic Crash
August 16, 2012
An Escambia County deputy was taken to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries after he was involved in a traffic crash this morning.
The wreck occurred around 8:20 a.m. at the intersection of Q and Jackson streets.
Pensacola Police Department Officer Dan Bell said a 2006 Honda CRV driven by Mary Woolley, age 57 of Jackson Street, was facing south on Q Street when she pulled from a stop sign into
the path of a marked Escambia County Sheriff’s cruiser driven by Deputy William Hallford, 48.
Hallford was traveling west on Jackson Street approaching the intersection when Woolley pulled in front of the cruiser, Bell said. The deputy did not have a stop sign.
The cruiser then struck the left front of Woolley’s vehicle with its right front bumper. Woolley was cited for running a stop sign.
Man Shot When Answering His Door
August 16, 2012
A man was shot when he answered his door early this morning just off Nine Mile Road.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 2300 block of Copter Road about 2 a.m. where they found that 29-year old Daniel N. Lukers of Pensacola had suffered gunshots to his side. Lukers told deputies he heard someone knocking at his door, and he went to see who it was. Lukers said when he opened the front door, the suspect tried to gain entry into his home.
During the confrontation at the door, Lukers was shot. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Further details have not been released by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Ransom Middle Offering New Multimedia Academy
August 16, 2012
A new Multimedia Academy is slated to open this fall at Ransom Middle School, giving students the chance to learn industry certifications and high school credit.
The Ramsom Multimedia Academy will be available to all RMS students through a sixth-eighth grade course sequence that focuses on multimedia technologies.
Students will learn the use of Microsoft Office 2010, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premiere Pro. During the eighth grade, students will use their creative skills for television production, fashion and interior design. Students will produce a daily live production will be streamed across the school intranet for viewing by students, faculty and staff.
The Ramsom Multimedia Academy instructor will be James Jackson.
For more information, contact the school at (850) 937-2220.