Jail Video Visitation To Be Interupted Tuesday
May 20, 2014
Escambia County Corrections says that their video visitation service will be taken offline from 7 a.m. until noon on Tuesday.. The temporary suspension of the service will allow for the system to be fully upgraded. The upgrades should be completed by the end of the business day Tuesday.
The Escambia County Correction’s Office offers video visitation for inmates at the Escambia County Jail, Work Camp and Work Release sites through the Video Visitation Center located at 1190 West Leonard Street.
Currently, video visitation for inmates at the Work Camp and Work Release facilities are available on a first come, first serve basis. A specific schedule for available visitation times for inmates at the Work Camp and the Work Release facilities will be announced as soon as scheduling is available.
Visitations for inmates at the Main Jail can be scheduled on the MyEscambia.com website or by the kiosk located in the lobby of the Video Visitation Center.
The Escambia County Correction’s Video Visitation Center operates seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m
Navy Hospital Converting ER To Urgent Care; Veterans Not Eligible
May 20, 2014
On June 1, the Emergency Room at Naval Hospital Pensacola will be converted into an Urgent Care Center that will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The UCC will be available to all TRICARE beneficiaries to include TRICARE Prime enrolled at the hospital, TRICARE Prime Network, TRICARE Standard and TRICARE For Life. Veterans enrolled in the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System have not been authorized by the VA to use NHP’s UCC and should contact their VA healthcare team for their urgent care needs.
Eligible beneficiaries will be able to visit the UCC for acute care symptoms such as minor lacerations and injuries, fevers, sore throats and cough. Beneficiaries enrolled with a Medical Home Port Team at NHP or one of its local branch clinics are highly encouraged to contact their Medical Home Port Team before visiting the UCC.
“The Medical Home Port Teams know their patients best because they see them on a regular basis,” said Capt. Maureen Padden, commanding officer, NHP. “Having continuity of care with the same team of healthcare professionals is a huge benefit to our patients enrolled here because there is a relationship established between the team and patient, which leads to trust and better overall care. Our beneficiaries now have better access to care through their Medical Home Port Teams than ever. We offer same day appointments and a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to the care of our patients.”
After June 1, emergency services at NHP will no longer be available. Tricare beneficiaries in need of emergency services should visit one of the local ERs or call 911. Examples of types of emergencies that should be seen at an ER include chest pains, stroke-like symptoms, difficulty breathing or head traumas. Beneficiaries also have the option of calling the Nurse Advice Line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-TRICARE, option 1. The Nurse Advice Line offers professional healthcare advice and can assist beneficiaries with deciding if they should visit an ER, the UCC or schedule an appointment with their provider.
“You should always err on the side of caution,” said Padden. “If you believe you are having a true emergency, then call 911 or visit an Emergency Room.”
The decision to convert the ER into a UCC was based on Navy Medicine’s efforts to align resources to best meet the operational needs of the Navy, reduce healthcare costs and streamline its resources to provide the best care possible to beneficiaries. The hospital currently sees approximately 50 patients a day in the ER, which is relatively low when compared to the local civilian ERs that can see approximately 200 patients a day.
“A significant portion of the patients currently seen in our ER will be able to be seen in our Urgent Care Center when it opens,” said Padden. “The small number of true emergencies seen at our ER will now be referred to the civilian ERs, with whom we have excellent relationships. We are very fortunate as a naval hospital to be able to provide healthcare to those that have served our country and their families. We will continue to provide the exceptional care that our beneficiaries deserve and expect from us.”
Story by Jason Bortz, and photos by Petty Officer 1st Class James Stenberg for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Photos: Our Baby Mockingbirds
May 20, 2014
A few weeks ago, we posted photos of three mockingbird eggs nestled deep within the fronds of a sago palm at our NorthEscambia.com office. Two of three eggs hatched, and we’re happy to report that the two young birds have now left the nest. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Wahoos Snap Skid And Beat Suns
May 20, 2014
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos (19-26) avoided the sweep and defeated the Jacksonville Suns (21-23), 11-8, in the series finale at Pensacola Bayfront Stadium. The Wahoos offense propelled them to victory, scoring five runs in the sixth and four runs in the eighth.
RHP Mikey O’Brien made his fourth start of the season for the Wahoos. O’Brien had his highest strikeout total of the season with nine. The right-hander threw a solid game but ran into trouble in the sixth inning; he was pulled from the game with the bases loaded and no outs. RHP Drew Hayes couldn’t close the door and allowed all three of O’Brien’s runs to score. Hayes lasted just 0.1 innings and gave up one run on one hit. RHP Brooks Pinckard finished off the sixth inning and ended up earning the win for the Wahoos.
The Wahoos bats exploded after a quiet series against the Suns. Brodie Greene gave the Wahoos the lead in the fifth with a solo home run to left field. Ross Perez came up with the bases loaded in the sixth and cleared them with a double into the right field corner. The Wahoos went ahead thanks to back-to-back triples from Yorman Rodriguez and Juan Duran. Duran added a solo home run in the eighth inning. Greene finished the day 1-for-2 with a couple of runs batted in. Travis Mattair got a hit for the fifth straight game and went 2-for-5. Rey Navarro continued to hit the ball well against the Suns; he finished the game 3-for-4 with two RBI. Devin Lohman added some more insurance for the Wahoos in the eighth with an RBI double. The Wahoos scored at least five runs, so use promo code WAHOOS on all online orders at PapaJohns.com on Tuesday to get 50% off your order.
LHP Justin Nicolino made the start for the Suns. Nicolino gave up eight hits and five runs while striking out three. RHP Collin Cargill came on in relief of Nicolino in the sixth. Cargill took the loss, surrendering four hits and one run in 0.2 innings of work.
The Suns tied the game in the third on a solo shot from Austin Nola; he finished the game 2-for-5 and added a double to his ledger. Brady Shoemaker scored a run and went 2-for-3 with an RBI double. J.T. Realmuto added a double and a run scored. Alex Burg’s two-run home run in the ninth cut the Wahoos lead to three, but the Suns couldn’t complete the comeback.
The Wahoos are off Tuesday, but stay in Pensacola for a five-game set with the Birmingham Barons starting Wednesday. RHP Daniel Corcino (3-4, 4.21) will start for the Wahoos. RHP Nick McCully (2-3, 6.55) will go for the Suns.
by Tommy Thrall
Jack Wayne Brown
May 20, 2014
Jack Wayne Brown, 68 of Walnut Hill, passed away May 17, 2014, at his residence. He was born on April 21, 1946. Jack was of the Baptist faith, long time member of the Walnut Hill Fire Department and retired farmer. Physically he had a weak heart but his spirit remained strong, loving and caring for his family, friends and community. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Kenneth and Lois Langford Brown.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Karen Pitts Brown; son David Rex Brown; and grandson Rex Brown, all of Walnut Hill; sister Nina (Robert) Bartley of Walnut Hill; and brother, William C. (Jean) Brown of Pensacola/Walnut Hill; two nephews and one niece.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 19, 2014, from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roy Chewning and Rev. Delbert Redditt officiating.
Burial was in Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
William Charles Lowrey
May 20, 2014
William Charles Lowrey,93 of Atmore, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2014, at his residence. He was owner and operator of Lowrey’s Drive-In. He was born in Canoe, on July 12, 1920, to the late Robert L. and Virgie Lowrey. He was a member of The First Baptist Church of Atmore and served for over 50 years as the church treasurer. He served in WWII in the U.S. Army, serving in General Patton’s U.S. Army Tank Corp. and the Army in Europe. He was an avid fisherman.
Survivors include his wife, Kathryn Esneul Lowrey of Atmore; one son, William Hugo (Kathy) Lowrey of Albuquerque, NM; one daughter, Kathryn Lynn (Scott) Vinson of Pensacola; and one sister, Peggy Byrd of Richland, TX.
Services will be Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at 11 a.m. from The First Baptist Church of Atmore with Rev. Arnold Hendrix officiating.
Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Marvin Risher, Jack Ward, Floyd Adams, Roger Owens, Billy Branun, and Robert Earl Brantley.
Honorary pallbearers will be Haskew Middleton, John Shiver, Dale Cooper and Giles Chapmen.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at The First Baptist Church of Atmore from 10 a.m. until service time.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Russell Herbert Haley, Jr.
May 20, 2014
Russell Herbert Haley, Jr. of Pensacola, died Saturday, May 17, 2014, after a long battle with heart disease. Mr. Haley was born March 14, 1926, in Mobile. He spent his early childhood in Daphne and moved with his family to Atmore in his youth. After graduation from Escambia County High School, he enlisted in the US Navy and fought during World War II in the Pacific theatre. While in the Navy, he was chosen as a Goodwill Ambassador for a World tour by President Kennedy, as part of his later service to our country. Upon retirement in 1966 from active duty, he became a Chief Engineerman for the Corps of Engineers from which he later retired making his home in Pensacola. Mr. Haley enjoyed hunting, fishing, making “Uncle Russell’s Famous Gumbo” and wine for family and friends, and spending time with his beloved canine best friend, Heidi. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell Herbert Haley, Sr.; his mother, Pauline Thompson Haley; and brothers, Tommy, Jack, and Ben Haley of Atmore.
Mr. Haley is by survived by his sister-in-law, Barbara W. Haley; nieces, Rhonda H. (Ike) Scott of Opelika, and Kathleen H. (Al) Thompson of Bay Minette. He is also survived by his great-nieces, Haley C. Scott of Daphne and Amory E. Scott of Atlanta, and many cousins in Fairhope.
Graveside services were held Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore. Hospice Chaplin Cindy Still officiated the service with Military Honor Corp and the singing of the Navy Hymn: “Eternal Father: Strong to Save” by Haley and Amory Scott.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Waterfront Mission in Pensacola, FL. or the charity of your choice. The family wishes to express their deep appreciation for the wonderful care given to Russell during his residence at The Homestead and by the medical staff at Baptist Hospital.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Edwin Mitchell Roley
May 20, 2014
Edwin Mitchell Roley passed away on May 15, 2014, in Newnan, Georgia, after a long illness.
Mr. Roley was born January 21, 1953, in Atmore, the older child of Edward James Roley and Glennie Mae Mooney Roley. Edwin worked over 25 years in the wholesale household appliance industry, for Singer Sewing Machine Company in Atmore , Montgomery and Atlanta GA; Riccar America as warehouse manager, Southeast district sales manager and then Eastern sales manager; and the Miele Company as Southern sales manager.
Edwin lived in Heard County, GA (west of Newnan GA) for 28 years, with his wife and pets. Known as Red in his early years and Mitch after that, Edwin enjoyed camping, boating, fishing, carpentry, music, tinkering, and mentoring younger friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward James Roley and his brother, James Darrell Roley. He is survived by his wife Lynne Suzanne Miller of Newnan, GA and mother, Glennie Mae Byrd of Atmore.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 22, 2014 from noon until 2 p.m. at Petty’s Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore.
Graveside services will be held at 2:30 p.m. at the Godwin Cemetery in Bratt.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Helen B. Ross
May 20, 2014
Helen B. Ross, 88 of Atmore, passed Sunday, May 18, 2014, in Fairhope. She was a retired medical receptionist, born in Repton on September 18, 1925, to the late Carl and Artie McIntyre Brown, Sr. She was a member of The Order of The Eastern Star, Daughters of The Nile Al-Sihah, Lady’s Auxiliary of VFW and American Legion.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Harvey L. Ross; son, Harvey Randall Ross; sister, Joyce Tubbs; and brother, Carl Brown, Jr.
Survivors include two sons, Ronald (Marcella) Ross and Richard H. Ross; two sisters, Hazel Hall and Nelda Brown, all of Atmore; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Services will be Wednesday, May 21, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Grindle officiating.
Interment will follow in Pleasant Grove Baptist Cemetery.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday May 21, 2014 at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Curtis Baxley
May 20, 2014
Curtis Baxley, born March 8, 1948, passed away unexpectedly in his home early Friday morning, May 16, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leon “Red” and Eloise.
He is survived by his best friend and son, Len; and two brothers, Kenneth (Gayle) and Joe (Sandy).
An avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, his dogs, and most of all, spending time with his son. He served his country as an Army Ranger, Special Forces, in the Vietnam War and was wounded in combat in 1968. He retired from NAS Whiting Field Civil Service.
Curtis lived his life in Milton. He was full of life and always had a joke, a smile, or some fish to share with everybody.
Funeral services will be at Lewis Funeral Home in Milton on Thursday, May 22, 2014 at 12 p.m. Visitation will be from 10am to 12pm.
Burial will follow immediately at Crain Cemetery.
“Look at where Jesus went to pick people. He didn’t go to colleges; he got guys off the fishing docks.” ~Jeff Foxworthy
Rest in Peace, Curtis.
Gone Fishin’