One Injured In Early Morning Nokomis Crash
August 31, 2013
One person was injured in an early morning crash in Nokomis, Fla.
The female driver apparently lost control while attempting a negotiate a curve and ran off the roadway. She was transported by Atmore Ambulance to Atmore Community Hospital with injuries that were not considered serious.
The 12:35 a.m. accident is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia Fire Rescue and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also responded to the crash.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Four Charged With Theft Of Copper Wire From International Paper
August 31, 2013
Four people have been charged with stealing over a half ton of copper wire from International Paper in Cantonment.
Thomas Donald Cox, 37, Travis Wayne Hancock, 22, Jacques Pierre Richard, 34, and William Maxwell Stewart, 24, were all charged with grand theft and released from the Escambia County Jail on a $5,000 bond each.
IP Security contacted the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office to report they had located copper wire that was taken from the Cantonment facility by a group of contract workers. Deputies contacted the suspects and each gave a written confession, according to a Sheriff’s Office report.
Approximately 1,220 pounds of copper wire was recovered and returned to International Paper. A vehicle was seized, and deputies learned that other copper wire stolen from IP had been transported to an Alabama recycling center 10-15 other times.
A Sun And Showers Sunday
August 31, 2013
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Saturday Night: Isolated showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Sunday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. Light southwest wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Sunday Night: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Labor Day: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Monday Night: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Tuesday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Tuesday Night: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Wednesday: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71.
- Thursday: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 91. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 69.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
Woman Convicted Of DUI Manslaughter In I-10 Crash That Killed Two
August 31, 2013
An Escambia County woman is facing up to 35 year in prison after being convicted of DUI manslaughter for a crash on I-10 last October that claimed the lives of an adult and a child.
Kimberly Renee Rodrigues was convicted of two counts of DUI manslaughter, one count DUI causing great bodily harm and one count DUI causing property damage. She was convicted following a two-day trial. She will be sentenced November 14.
The Florida Highway Patrol says Rodrigues was traveling west on I-10 near the Pine Forest exit about 4:40 a.m. on October 21, 2012,. Prosecutors said he was traveling approximately 86 miles per hour when she slammed into the rear of a delivery truck driven by Melissa Lynn Lyublanovits, 44, of Pensacola.
Moments later, a GMC Yukon driven by Riviera Beach resident Lovett Cummings approached in the outside lane and swerved to avoid Rodrigues pickup. Cummings barely missed Rodrigues’ truck but his Yukon then rolled several times before coming to a rest in the trees on the north shoulder of the Interstate.
His 11-year old son, Lovett Deshun Cummings II, was ejected and died on the scene, while his 71-year old father, Lovett Junior Cummings, was also killed in the crash. Cummings’ mother was seriously injured and was Life Flighted from the scene. The delivery truck driver was unhurt.
Shortly after the crash, Rodrigues’ blood alcohol content was determined to be 0.166/0.170, over twice the legal limit.
Judge Joel Boles remanded Rodrigues into custody until her sentencing.
Pictured above: A pickup involved in an October accident on I-10. (Note: The tractor-trailer in the photo was not involved in the crash.)The scene on I-10 in Pensacola where two people were killed in a multi-vehicle accident. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Friday Night Final Football Scores
August 31, 2013
Here are final high school scores from around the are tonight:
- Northview 34, Bozeman 14 [Read more...]
- West Florida 45, Tate 3 [Read more...]
- Jay 18 – Cottage Hill 12 [Read more...]
- Flomaton 34, Monroeville 22
- T.R. Miller 50, Atmore 18
- Catholic 45, Navarre 22
- Choctaw 34, Pace 27
- Niceville 62, Rutherford 21
- Gulf Breeze 40, Washington 13
- W.S. Neal 36, Holtville 0
- Fort Dale Academy 32, Escambia Academy 26
- Baker 42, Graceville 27
- Cottondale 52, Freeport 26
Pictured top: The Northview Chiefs beat the Bozeman Bucks 34-14 Friday night in Bratt. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Jay Tops Cottage Hill (With Photo Gallery)
August 31, 2013
The Jay Royals beat Cottage Hill 18-12 Friday night in Mobile, Ala. The Royals (1-0) will host Rocky Bayou next Friday night, September 6. Jay’s next game, September 13, will be an early homecoming for the Royals.
The Jay quarterback Tate Upton put the Royals on the booard with a 17-yard touchdown run. Braden Cross also added two touchdowns for Jay.
Photos by Michele Gibbs for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Eights States Team Up For Labor Day Driving Crackdown
August 31, 2013
The Florida Highway Patrol is collaborating with other southern border states in an effort to keep the roadways safe and fatality-free over the Labor Day holiday weekend.
All eight states that line I-10 — Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California — will be participating in an intensified enforcement effort called “10-8 on 10, One Road, One Mission.” By all states working together, the entire 2,460 miles of I-10 will be covered under this enforcement action.
During the four day period beginning that ends at midnight Monday, law enforcement agencies in each state will conduct special details on I-10. The details will focus on stopping drunk and drugged drivers, aggressive drivers, speeders and drivers who fail to move over to the left hand lane when a law enforcement, emergency or tow vehicle is parked on the side of the road.
In addition, troopers will be checking for distracted driving, seat belt use, improper lane changes and commercial vehicle safety. While these focus areas are something the FHP does every day, it is the first time that the eight states have teamed up to ensure interstate travelers will see the same enforcement effort throughout their trip.
“The partnerships we have formed with the seven states along the I-10 corridor shows that we are serious about improving public safety through an intensified enforcement operation,” said Col. David Brierton, director of the Florida Highway Patrol. “In an effort to reduce traffic fatalities, traffic crashes and unlawful activity associated with our roadways, we will be out in full force during the Labor Day holiday period.”
FHP offers the following safety tips:
- Get plenty of rest before setting out on a long trip and allow plenty of time to reach your destination;
- Buckle up. A seatbelt is your vehicle’s most important safety feature;
- Obey all speed limits;
- Drive sober and alert;
- Eliminate driver distractions such as texting, talking on the phone, adjusting the stereo, etc. Anything that can take your eyes off the road, even a second, can lead to an accident.
- Take steps before you leave to prepare your vehicle for the trip i.e. checking tire pressure/condition and fluid levels.
Teens: Show Your Team Spirit In Bogia
August 31, 2013
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church will host their third annual “Spirit Night” tonight at the church.
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to attend and show their team spirit by wearing their team’s colors. Rain or shine, the event begins at 5:00 with games, worship, music and more.
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church is located at 170 West Bogia Road, just off Highway 29.
Florida Offers Saltwater Fishing Without A License This Sunday
August 31, 2013
In an effort to introduce newcomers to the activity, on Sunday, September 1, Florida residents and visitors can saltwater fish for the day without obtaining a recreational fishing license.
License-free fishing days, including freshwater days, were held earlier this year on April 13 and June 8 for freshwater and June 1 for saltwater, however, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) may add four more license-free fishing days to the calendar before the end of the year. All other regulations still apply.
An annual license for residents can be purchased at 1-888-FISH-Florida or at License.MyFWC.com. All fishing license fees are used to support Florida fish and wildlife conservation and help attain additional funding for Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration projects.
All bag limits, seasons and size restrictions apply on these dates. For fishing tips, locations and rules, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing.
Nellie Doris Hughes
August 31, 2013
Nellie Doris Hughes, 84, of Pensacola passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2013. Mrs. Hughes was born in Century on June 23, 1929, and was a lifelong resident of this area. She was a member of Burgess Road Baptist Church and loved fishing, gardening, dining out and eating catfish, but most of all she loved family get-togethers.
Doris was preceded in death by her mother, father, a brother and two sisters.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Joesirah (Joe) Hughes; daughter, JoAnn Wiggins; son, William “Clay” Hughes (Jennifer); brothers, E. R. Garrett (Pat) and Robert E. Garrett (Sherry); sisters, Lucille Kilcrease (Lamar) and Joyce E. Blackmon (Skip); five grandchildren, Jr. Graham, Ginger Hughes, Tracey Hughes, JoLee Hughes and Sheela Brown; 11 great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
Visitation was held Friday, August 30, 201, at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 31, 2013, at Burgess Road Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Cooley officiating. Interment will follow at Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery in Chumuckla.