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February 16, 2016
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Sunny Skies Today
February 16, 2016
Here is your official NorthEscambia area forecast:
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 66. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 41. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 66. North wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Clear, with a low around 41. North wind around 5 mph becoming northeast after midnight.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 68. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 47. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 72.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 71.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Monday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68.
House Ready To Move On Death Penalty Changes
February 16, 2016
Taking an approach backed by prosecutors and Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Florida House on Wednesday is slated to take up a bill that would revamp the state’s death-penalty sentencing system.
Lawmakers are hurrying to make changes after the U.S. Supreme Court on Jan. 12 ruled that the current system is unconstitutional because it gives too much power to judges, instead of juries, in sentencing defendants to death.
The House and Senate agree on a key part of addressing the Supreme Court ruling — requiring that jurors be unanimous in deciding that at least one “aggravating” factor exists before a defendant can be eligible for the death penalty. But the two chambers are divided on a high-profile issue about whether jurors should be required to be unanimous in recommending to judges that death sentences be imposed.
In the past, Florida has required only majority recommendations. The House, with support from prosecutors and Bondi, wants to move to a 9-3 vote, while the Senate wants to require a unanimous recommendation. The House is slated to take up its bill (HB 7101) during a floor session Wednesday afternoon, according to a calendar of bills approved Monday by the Rules and Calendar Committee.
by The News Service of Florida
Today Is Voter Registration Deadline For The March Presidential Primary
February 16, 2016
The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office will hold extended hours on Tuesday to allow voters to register or change parties before the book closing deadline for the Presidential Preference Primary.
Office hours will be 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
Florida law mandates that registration books close 29 days before an election. New registrations and party changes must be completed and received or postmarked no later than February 16, in order for them to be effective for the March 15 election. Address changes can be made after the books close. If you are unsure of your registration status, visit EscambiaVotes.com and click “Am I Registered?”.
For more information, please contact the Escambia County Supervisor of Elections at (850) 595-3900, soe@escambiavotes.com or visit EscambiaVotes.com.
Thomas Reynolds
February 16, 2016
Thomas Reynolds, 57 of Pensacola, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016. He had a full and wonderful life. He was born and raised in Pensacola to Thomas and Estelle Reynolds. He grew up in the hardware business and carried on his father’s legacy as the owner of Reynolds Hardware. He was a fun loving father and loved to entertain at the beach house, ensuring everyone had a good time. Later in life he loved to travel through the states and always took the scenic route. He loved the farm life and taking care of his cows with his loyal companion, Sugar.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Charlotte; daughter, Anna; son, Thomas; sister, Mary; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Tom was one of the most laid back and jolly people you ever could meet. He taught others to dream big, slow down and think outside the box. He will surely be missed by all.
Visitation will take place at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Thursday, February 18, 2016, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. followed by a short service.
Please come to enjoy the celebration of Tom’s life with friends and family.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Hilton Perry Davis
February 16, 2016
Hilton Perry “Cornbread” Davis, 87, of Atmore, passed away Monday, February 15, 2016, in Pensacola. He was retired after 35 years with Monsanto as a pump room operator. He was born in Davisville on July 30, 1928, to the late Pinkie and Verchie Godwin. He also served in the Army National Guard.
He is preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.
Survivors include three sons, Roy (Iris) Dunn of Uriah, Thomas H. (Donna) Davis, of Uriah and Ed Davis of Atmore; three daughters, Jann (Bruse) Lang of Brandon, MS, Betty (Dole) Gregg of Atmore and Joyce (Bobby) Morgan of Hilham, TN; one brother, Charles (Willodeane) Davis of Atmore; one sister, Dorothy Moore of Atmore; eight grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Seervices will be held Thursday, February 18, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Paul Enfinger officiating.
Interment will follow in McCullough Cemetery.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday evening, February 17, 2016, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Emma Dean Holden Lindsay
February 16, 2016
Emma Dean Holden Lindsay, 94 of Atmore, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016, at her residence. She was a seamstress most of her life and owned and operated her own business. She did alterations for B.C. Moore deptartment store for many years. She was a dietitian for Canoe Grammar school.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Raliegh Amos and Fronie Cannon Holden; husband, Thomas Henry Lindsay; son, Raliegh Lindsay; and her brothers and sisters.
Survivors include her son, Roger Lindsay of Atmore; two grandchildren, Robert Leatherwood and Douglas Scott Leatherwood; great-grandchildren, Jessica, Justin, Robert and Tanner; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, at 11 a.m. in Lindsay Cemetery in Booneville, AL with Bro. Mike Grindle officiating.
Interment will follow in Lindsay Cemetery.
Family will receive friends Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Frank Johnson
February 16, 2016
Rev. Frank Johnson, 98, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 12, 2016. He was born on October 7, 1917, to the late Willie Lucille (Hughes) and Frank William Johnson, Sr. in Memphis. He is preceded in death by his devoted wife of almost 69 years, Betty (Laurent) Johnson and brother, Melvin.
He is survived by six children, Patricia (Robert) Husband, Carolyn Stiles, Frank Johnson III (Anna), Judy Rogers, Jim Johnson, and Jana Smith; and numerous grand, great-grand, and great-great grandchildren.
As a WWII veteran he was called to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. After graduating from Baylor University in 1953, he served for over thirty years as a home missionary in Texas, preaching in both English and Spanish. Frank continued serving his country in the Army Reserves and retired with thirty years of combined service. Following retirement he and Betty moved to Pensacola to be with family, and shortly thereafter was called to pastor Ferry Pass Baptist Church. Years later, when his health forced him back into retirement, he became a faithful member of Plainview Baptist.
A celebration of his life will be held at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Plainview Baptist Church with the Reverend Bill Flannigan and Reverend Brad Johnson officiating.
Interment will follow in Barrancas National Cemetery onboard NAS Pensacola.
Visitation will begin at 11 a.m., prior to services.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the staffs of The Veranda , especially the third floor, and Emerald Coast Hospice for their love and special care they gave our father.
In lieu of flowers, Dad has requested that memorial contributions be made in his memory to the parking lot fund of Plainview Baptist Church, 1101 W. Nine Mile Rd., Pensacola, FL 32534.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Cheryl Sue Fleming Halfacre
February 16, 2016
Cheryl Sue Fleming Halfacre, age 66 of Milton, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016, after a long battle with cancer. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her family, camping and fishing. She was an animal lover, especially her cherished companion, Charlie. She loved Tennessee, especially “Dollywood”.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Mamie Fleming; sister, Carol Smith; brother, Billy Joe Fleming; and her niece, Pamela Argeris.
She is survived by her loving husband, Raymond E. Halfacre; daughters, Lisa Michelle Lee (Tyler) and Kim Andrews; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her sister, Pat Sumlin (James).
The family would like to express a very special thank you to the nurses at Covenant Hospice.
Pallbearers will be Albert Hanners, Doyle Ellis, Johnathon Argeris, Todd Winans, Terry Brown and Bo Brown.
Honorary pallbearers will be Nikolas Argeris and Brennon Lee.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North at 12 p.m. with the funeral services beginning at 1 p.m.
Interment will follow at Spruell Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Four North Escambia Schools Closed For Tuesday
February 15, 2016
Four North Escambia area schools are closed for Tuesday due to the tornado damage in the area. The closed schools are Northview High, Ernest Ward Middle, Byrneville Elementary and Bratt Elementary.
The schools will be closed for students and staff.
Any student that lives in the Northview or Ernest Ward attendance zone but attends another school in the county (such as West Florida High) is also excused from school on Tuesday.
A decision about Wednesday will be made at a future time and posted on NorthEscambia.com.