West Holding Career Fair For $11 Hour Jobs
January 15, 2013
West, a provider of technology-driven communication services, recently announced plans to hire new, part-time sales/care associates in Pensacola. To support its hiring efforts, West is hosting a career fair today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its Pensacola office at 5031 Commerce Park Circle.
This is the first time West has offered part-time positions in Pensacola. These positions offer a competitive hourly wage of $11. Shifts are available from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. or 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., for 20 hours per week.
“We’re very excited to be offering part-time opportunities to candidates who are seeking long-term part-time employment,” said Vanessa Clement, divisional director of Human Resources at West. “This is a great opportunity for college students seeking a part-time opportunity or anyone looking for some extra income.”
Those who are interested in applying but are unable to attend the career fair can visit www.westemployment.com, or apply in person at the office mentioned above, Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunshine Hill Road Bridge Deck To Be Replaced
January 15, 2013
Escambia County is set to install a new deck on the Sunshine Hill Road Bridge in Molino.
The lowest bidder on the project was F&W Construction Co., Inc. for $73,500. Other bids were received from Murphree Bridge Corp ($86,500) and Davis Marine Construction, Inc. ($88,499).
The Sunshine Hill Road Bridge, located just south of Cedar Springs Road, was closed last November for about three weeks for emergency repairs.
Escambia County Mosquito Illness Advisory Lifted
January 15, 2013
The mosquito-borne illness advisory issued for Escambia County back in August has been lifted. The Escambia County Health Department said surveillance data indicates that the risk of human infection has decreased.
Although mosquito-borne illnesses are less common in the winter months, the health department said it is important that residents of Escambia County continue to observe the proper precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes that may cause disease.
A total of 13 people were diagnosed with West Nile Virus in Escambia County during 2012. One case was fatal.
Mr. John Hilbert Martin
January 15, 2013
Mr. John Hilbert Martin, age 87 of Stallworth Street in Brewton, AL, passed away on Tuesday, January 15, 2013, in a local hospital.
Mr. Martin was born in Castleberry, AL, and had lived in the Brewton area for the past 55 years, coming from Castleberry. Mr. Martin was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with U.S. Merchant Marines. He served at fire chief for the City of Brewton for a number of years. He was a member of the Masons, Lions Club, and Brewton’s First Baptist Church.
Mr. Martin was preceded in death by a daughter, Susan Annette Taormina. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Leola Morris Martin of Brewton, AL; one son, Wayne Martin of Brewton, AL; two daughters, Janie (Leon) Hamric of Robertsdale, AL, Jeanette “Jenny” Martin of Monroeville, AL; one brother, James Martin of Bay Minette, AL; six grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held with Fire Department Honors on Friday, January 18, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Brewton’s First Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Fitts officiating. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at Craver’s Funeral Home on Thursday from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Rosetta G. Flowers
January 15, 2013
Mrs. Rosetta G. Flowers, 87, passed away on Monday, January 14, 2013, in Wawbeek, AL.
Mrs. Flowers was a native and life-long resident of Wawbeek. She attended the Sardis Baptist Church and she held various positions over the years at the Sardis Wawbeek Volunteer Fire Department.
Survivors include her son, John Flowers of Wawbeek; one daughter, Marietta Johnson of Wawbeek; one brother, Stanley Godwin of Brewton; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Thursday, January 17, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Sardis Baptist Church with Rev. Earle Greene and Rev. Jimmy Colley officiating.
Burial will follow at the Sardis Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 16, 2013, from 6-9 p.m. at the Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Scott Barrow, John Hawthorne, Ronnie Marshall, Rick Bracken, Eric Jerkins and J.R. Godwin.
Honorary pallbearer will be Wendall Carnley.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes in Atmore is in charge of all arrangements.
Tickets Going On Sale For Miss NHS Pageant
January 15, 2013
Tickets go on sale Wednesday for the 2013 Miss NHS pageant at Northview High School.
The “Reach for the Stars” pageant will be held Saturday, January 26 at 7 p.m. in the school theater. Tickets are $6 each in advance, $10 at the door. The pageant usually sells out in advance.
Pictured above: Miss NHS 2013 contestants (front row, L-R) Ashley Cunningham, Penny Banda, Julia Thorpe, Shaquanna Jones, Tiffani Pritchett, Jody Paramore, Julie Hester, Ashley Mooney,Mariah Albritton, (middle) Lily Townson, Audra Martin, Ariel Holland, Olivia Neal, Karmen Watson, Clarissa Ross, Kamryn Brock, Courtney Lambert, (back) Misty Doran, Rebekah Sepulveda, Ashlynn Mccall, Morgan Ward, Lauryn Walker, Kaitlyn Abbott, and Kendal Cobb. Pictured in front of the group is Miss NHS 2012 Charlie McPherson. Pictured left inset: A few of the contestants practice a dance routine.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Graham Takes First In Karting Super Show
January 15, 2013
Colby Graham of McDavid took first place in his division during the 5th Annual Alabama Karting Super Show at the Covington Center Arena in Andalusia. Racing in the Junior Blue Clone class, Graham qualified second before working his way to the front for the win.
In addition, this was Graham’s first year racing at the Pensacola Kart Raceway where he placed third in the point championship.
Graham, 11, is a sixth grader at Ernest Ward Middle School.
Pictured: Kart racer Colby Graham of McDavid. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Black Gold: Learn All About Composting
January 15, 2013
Residents can learn how to turn landscape and vegetable scraps into black gold during an upcoming program offered by the Escambia County Master Gardeners.
“Garden Talks: Composting” will be held from 9 until 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 18 at the Escambia County Extension Office at 3740 Stefani Road in Cantonment. To register, or for more information, call (850) 475-5230 or email bbolles@ufl.edu.
Bessie Joyce
January 15, 2013
Bessie Joyce, 75, went home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2013, in Cantonment, FL.
Joyce was born in Chumuckla on April 9, 1937, to Major and Vera Mae Freeman. She was a retired school bus operator for the Escambia County School District. After retirement, she enjoyed gardening, being a mom, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is proceeded in death by her parents; sons, Steven and Allen Baxley; sister, Carol Mitchell; brothers, Lloyd, Johnny and Charles Freeman.
She is survived by her sons, Michael, James and Kenneth Baxley (Chong Baxley); grandchildren, Brandy Baxley, James “Ray” Baxley, Jr., Bradley Baxley, Matthew Baxley and Gracie Baxley; great-grandchildren, Dametrius Baxley, Arianna Baxley, Dalton Baxley, Heiden Baxley, Braiden Baxley and Micah Baxley and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
Special thanks to caregivers, Brandy and Dametrius Baxley and Covenant Hospice staff.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 12, 2013, one hour prior to the 2:00 p.m. service at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial will follow at Cottage Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Cantonment.
Man Sentenced To 43 Years For Attacking Two UWF Students
January 15, 2013
An Escambia County man will spend the next four decades in prison for attacking two students at the University of West Florida.
William Isiah Johnson was convicted of burglary of a dwelling with assault or battery. Judge Ross Goodman sentenced Johnson to 43 years state prison.
On October 11, 2011, two UWF nursing students were attacked outside their apartment by defendant Johnson. Johnson hit one of the victims in the head, and kicked and hit the
other victim in the head and neck, according to court testimony. Johnson then forced his way into their apartment and took their television.
DNA analysis from FDLE confirmed the defendant’s presence at the scene.