Driver Hits Power Pole Near Walnut Hill
June 21, 2015
There were no injuries when a driver lost control near Walnut Hill Sunday morning and slammed into a power pole.
The accident happened about 8:50 a.m. on South Highway 99 near Eicher Road. The driver stated she was attempting to avoid a deer when she ran off the roadway. The collision broke a power pole.
An unknown number of Escambia River Electric Cooperative customers were expected to lose power during the repair.
The accident is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. The Walnut Hill Station of Escambia Fire Rescue also responded.
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The Story Of A Lost Father, Played Out In An Unlikely Place
June 21, 2015
This a story about a man that was a great father, a story played out in a bit of an unlikely place, a story that tells of a daughter’s love for her daddy.
Ellie Black, Sr. was born in Hog Wallow, AL, and had lived in Century since 1960. He was a hard working man, a boilermaker and a veteran of World War II, according to his obituary, published on NorthEscambia.com following his August 10, 2012, death.
Our editors have watched quietly as his daughter, Linda Davis, posted public comments on his obituary for anyone to see over the years. On Father’s Day, we wanted you see the story those comments tell about everyday life and of a daughter’s love for her dad.
August 12th, 2012 4:57 am
My dad was a hard working man, a loving husband, father to his children, and the greatest paw paw to all of our children. He was a giving and caring man. He always said the greatest thing was love. He lived by this and preached this to us all. He was the most unselfish person I have ever known. He was not just my daddy, he was my friend. I miss him so much. No matter how old I may be, I will forever be, my daddy’s baby girl.
November 12th, 2012 9:08 am
Daddy, I still miss you so much. I think of you often everyday. Sundays are especially hard—still feels like I should be cooking for you. Nothing seems the same. I can’t seem to get it together. I just pray for strength. Shayla is walking now, and she still calls for paw paw. I love you daddy!
December 6th, 2012 6:13 am
Happy Birthday my daddy,
I try to think of wrong–all I see is right. I try to think of bad–all I see is good. I try to see weakness and only feel your strength. I try to find ways not to miss you sooo much. There are none. My heart aches for you every day. You were the finest man I have ever known. Not being able to see you and talk to you everyday is truly the greatest hurt I have ever known. You brought so much joy and laughter to us all. I find myself laughing at times thinking of silly things you did or said. You were–You are–You always will be a special part of my life. I love you.
January 2nd, 2013 7:39 am
Just want you to know my daddy as a new year comes in my thoughts are with you. In my heart you live. The person you were,the things you taught us, the lessons we learned in life because of you, the love you displayed to us all everyday of our lives, I carry with me daily. I will always try to make you proud. I love you and I miss you soooo much! Your baby girl, Linda
March 13th, 2013 5:37 am
People around me everyday are losing family members. Its so sad. Then I think of you, which I do so often everyday. Nothing is the same. Won’t ever be. I know I was blessed to have had you in my life. I treasure every memory. You played a large part in helping me be who I am today. I thank you. I love you my daddy.
April 13th, 2013 7:08 am
Hey my daddy……Its me again just thinking of you, missing you. E.J. is having a tough time right now. He is a fighter though, and I just know he will make it. He’s made of strong stuff from you and momma. I try to be strong for momma. She misses you, too. So many changes. Still trying to figure out a way to get you back………..but, until I do just know you are very much an everyday part of my life. I hold you close in my heart. Love you forever, Linda
July 4th, 2013 9:24 am
Daddy, Just wanted you to know that I’m still missing you terribly. I try to be better each day—but it just dont get better. Miranda is going to have another baby, as well as Becky. Ashley’s getting married. You were suppose to walk her down that isle. Now,you just have to give me strength to do this—but I know you will be with me. Rest peacefully my Daddy and know forever your baby girl loves you!!
August 8th, 2013 9:51 am
Its me again. Your second great great grandchild was born August 1st. Her name is Ivyonna Nicole. She is beautiful. Shayla still calls for you and carries pictures of you around. I really miss you daddy—forever and always
August 8th, 2013 3:00 pm
My dear daddy, I promise I have been trying to get through this past year and it just dont seem to work just right. I work, see about momma take care of my children whether they need me or not. I cant really seem to focus on any of it. I know , that I am a better person for all the time I had you in my life. It just was not long enough. I will keep trying. I will keep believing. I will keep praying for strength—but forever I will keep missing you. I will never let go of you—I dont have to—you are still a very big part of my life. They say time makes it easier. I dont know who they are—but they lied! I know it will never be easier not having you here—1 year tomorrow my daddy—-I love you—-more than the whole wide world. I’ll never forget!
August 12th, 2013 11:10 am
Hey my daddy—Just wanted to say I love you—thought I’d be able to go visit where you are—I could not—I know in my heart you are not there—you are right here with me. One day I may try to go there—just not yet. You know I love you!!!
Shayla is sooo smart. You would have such a good time with her. Ivy is so cute. You would love her too. Shayla is mad. She was the only baby. She just don’t understand–shes still just a baby—it will be o.k. as long as there’s love—right, daddy? I pray for us all. Love you!
September 15th, 2013 1:25 pm
I love you daddy and I miss you so much! Marvin passed away Sat. morning. He will be missed. I miss him now——but I miss you beyond anything. I’m trying to figure it all out. I know the right answers, but it doesn’t even matter, because you still are not here. Can’t make it right my daddy—-I love you—your baby girl
October 21st, 2013 9:52 am
Hey my daddy. I was with Becky at the hospital Friday night as she gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. You would be so proud. With your help we walked Ashley down the isle to be married Saturday. She was beautiful. I love you my daddy.
December 6th, 2013 5:52 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY my daddy! Wish I could hug you. Wish you could hug me back. Wish you could tell me some crazy joke. I miss you soooo much. Just know that my day will be filled with thoughts of you as every other day is…..I light the candle for you daddy—I know the flame will never go out. Wish I could get it together. Just know that I love you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY my daddy from your baby girl
February 19th, 2014 5:39 am
I love you daddy—you missed the ICE cold weather we had this year.This whole area was solid white ice. I drove to work in it. That was scary. I would walk a million miles in it to get to you if only I could get to you, and I wouldn’t be scared. I miss you daddy———-Your baby girl
August 8th, 2014 6:48 am
I love you my sweet daddy! I miss you! I’m going with Becky today to be with her and little Maddox. Hopefully they will find out and figure out a way to help him. My Becky has been a good Mom and she takes care of her children. I know its hard on her with all the special attention Maddox needs. I do pray for God’s will to be done—no matter what. Wish you could tell me a corny joke—to make it all better. Wish you could give me a hug!! Then I know it would be better. I love you my daddy—(big to the sky) forever and always—your baby girl
August 8th, 2014 11:47 am
Daddy, I remember when you didn’t want to eat, when your heart was hurting and not because of physical pain—-I’m so sorry—-but that’s how I feel—-this hole in my stomach no food could fill and this hole in my heart no doctor could fix—-I pray for strength cause it hurts so bad— I love you daddy———–baby girl
December 6th, 2014 5:34 am
My sweet daddy, I miss you sooo much. So much has happened and is happening. I work hard and stay busy but you are always on my mind. Today is your birthday and I will light a candle for you and make a wish—-but all my wishes are the same. I see you in my mind and feel you in my heart. You gave so much and asked for so little. No greater man could I have had as my daddy. Thank you for all you did and all you were. Happy birthday my daddy! I love you——your baby girl
December 29th, 2014 10:05 am
Daddy my sweet daddy, time just seems to be flying by. When I was a little girl I just wished time away. Now I wished I could have slowed it down because then I would still have you here but I still feel you in my life—-time will never change that! My life is so full and yet so empty—I miss you and love you—-your baby girl
February 20th, 2015 9:01 am
Daddy, you have been on my mind so much lately. You are always on my mind and forever in my heart. I miss cooking for you on the weekends, so all my grown up children think they are being neglected if I don’t cook for them…..I miss you and I love you so much.
June 11th, 2015 10:35 am
So many changes—so much happening but I just want to let you know you are still my hero (my best friend). I miss you so much. I don’t even know which way to turn some days. I’m sure you felt like that many days. Everyday I think of you and feel your love as I know you always loved me and all your family. You have 2 great great grandbaby girls now and a boy on the way. Beckys little boy is a special child and you would love him so much. He’s got curly hair just like you and the most wonderful smile ever. He probably would laugh at all your corny jokes! Wish you could tell me one now! I love you my daddy and always know you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday—your baby girl, Linda
Hot Week
June 21, 2015
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. South wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 76.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 91.
Fatal Shooting Near ‘Graffiti Bridge’
June 21, 2015
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Pensacola Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday night near the 17th Avenue boat ramp and the “Graffiti Bridge”.
Police were notified of the shooting around 9:13 p.m. A man who was shot died at the scene.
Officers are pursuing leads on a possible suspect in the shooting. Additional information will be released when it becomes available.
Anyone having information on the incident is asked to contact the Pensacola Police Department at (850) 435-1900.
Molino Fire Holds Open House
June 21, 2015
The Molino Volunteer Fire Department held an Open House Saturday.
The event featured free food and drink, Smokey the Bear, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Posse, activities for the kids, a vehicle extrication demonstration and more.
Photos by Kayla Bedell for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Several Injured In Fiery Alabama Crash
June 21, 2015
At least five people were injured in a fiery crash Saturday in Escambia County, AL.
The driver of a pickup truck apparently lost control, left the roadway and slammed into a tree on Sardis Church Road, just north of Highway 31 west of Flomaton about 5:15 Saturday afternoon. The vehicle then burst into flames. At least one person wase transported by private vehicle to Atmore Community Hospital, two people were transported by ambulance to ACH, and two people with critical injuries were airlifted in two different medical helicopters to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola.
Further details, including the names and conditions of those involved, have not yet been released by Alabama State Troopers as they continue their investigation.
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Chiefs Drop Two In Summer Ball Series At Escambia
June 21, 2015
The Northview Chiefs dropped a couple Saturday as the summer ball season continues. The Chiefs lost 4-0 to Parkview and 6-3 to Escambia High School. The Chiefs will be back in action Sunday at Escambia High. Photos by Ramona Preston for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Fallen Tree Cuts Power For Hundreds In Cantonment
June 21, 2015
Almost 350 Gulf Power customers lost power in Cantonment Saturday afternoon.
The outage was caused when a tree fell into a power line about 1:30 p.m. in the 2800 block of Highway 297A between Creekwood and Pleasant Valley drives. Crews were able to restore power to the area within a few hours.
Routine Maintenance Planned On I-10, I-110 Next Week
June 21, 2015
The following is an update on Florida Department of Transportation maintenance activities scheduled on state roads in Escambia County for the week of June 22:
- I-10- There will be a mobile operation in the westbound lanes at Eleven Mile Creek Bridge Monday, June 22 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. as crew perform routine bridge maintenance.
- I-10- There will be eastbound lane restrictions at Eleven Mile Creek Bridge from 10 p.m. Monday June 22, to 5 a.m. Tuesday, June 23 and from 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 23 to 5 a.m. Wednesday, June 24.
- I-110 Overpass- There will southbound lane closures at the I-110/I-10 interchange from 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 to 5 a.m. Thursday, June 25 as crews perform routine bridge maintenance.
Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling through the work zone. Planned activities are weather dependent and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.
Wahoos Lose To Mobile
June 21, 2015
Finally, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos may have found a closer when its four relievers threw 4.2 innings of scoreless, one hit ball, with four strikeouts and two walks.
The most impressive of them was Zach Weiss who threw the last inning and struck out two on fastballs in the mid-90s.
Still, the Mobile BayBears took the seventh of nine games from rival Pensacola, 6-2, this season with a pair of two-run homers off of starter Daniel Wright in front of 5,038 fans at Pensacola Bayfront Stadium—the 15th sellout in 33 games this season and 118th since the inaugural 2012 season.
Pensacola manager Pat Kelly said Weiss has been watching video with pitching coach Jeff Fassero to find his pitching motion.
“If you look at video he changed things during the plane flight or on the car ride,” Kelly said. “His fastball just explodes. Zach Weiss, by far, was great.”
Pensacola’s Wright gave up six runs on seven hits in his 4.1 innings of work and dropped to 3-5 on the season with 5.91 ERA.
Pensacola first baseman Ray Chang doubled in the Blue Wahoos only runs, cutting the Mobile lead to 6-2 in the sixth inning. He went 1-3 and now has 14 RBIs and is batting .348 on the season.
Mobile scored two runs on a two-run homer when second baseman Gerson Montilla smacked a line drive over the left field wall in the second inning to put the BayBears ahead, 2-0.
They added two more runs when Mobile shortstop Sean Jamieson scored on a single that landed in front of Blue Wahoos center fielder Beau Amaral for a 3-0 lead. Right fielder Socrates Brito made it 4-0 when he scored on BayBears first baseman Rudy Flores chopper to second baseman Juan Perez.
In the fifth inning, Mobile right fielder Socrates Brito lifted a deep two-run home run over the left field wall that also scored pitcher Patrick Corbin, who had an infield single deep in the hole to shortstop.
Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star pitcher Patrick Corbin made his third start in his rehab assignment from Tommy John surgery that caused him to miss all of the 2014 season when he felt tightness in his pitching arm during spring training last year. The Diamondbacks expected him to return to the team the first of June but decided to slow his return.
Corbin threw four no-hit innings against Double-A Cincinnati Reds Pensacola Blue Wahoos Saturday before giving up a single to center by second baseman Juan Perez. In 5.2 innings, the lefty gave up two earned runs on three hits and three walks and struck out three. He threw just 79 pitches in the outing and his fastball consistently clocked in the low-90s.
“I was impressed,” Kelly said. “His fastball is definitely sneaky. It seemed like the hitters were late on the ball. It was getting on them pretty quick.”
Corbin, who last pitched six days ago on June 14 with Mobile, is now 1-0 with a 3.83 ERA. His first start for the High-A Visalia Rawhide, he lasted just 0.2 innings and gave up four runs.
The last time Corbin pitched in the Southern League for Mobile, he went 9-8 with 4.21 ERA, made the All-Star team, set a franchise record with 27.1 consecutive scoreless innings, led the league in strikeouts with 142 and helped the BayBears to the championship.
He made his major league debut April 30, 2012. And in 2013, Corbin made the Major League All-Star team, going 11-1 with a 2.35 ERA at the break and finished the year 14-8 with a 3.41 ERA for the Diamondbacks.
The Blue Wahoos dropped to 25-42 in the Southern League and have one more game Sunday before the three-day All-Star break. The game is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. Tuesday at the Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium.