Marie H. Phillips
September 13, 2016
Marie H. Phillips, 82 of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away on Friday, September 9, 2016, in Pensacola, FL. She was homemaker and was also a License Practical Nurse. She was born in Wardville, FL on January 10, 1934, to the late Fermore F. and Minnie Ola Barclay Hubbird. She was a member of the Walnut Hill Baptist Church.
Survivors are her husband, Lindy Phillips of Walnut Hill, FL; four sons, Michael (Cathy) Phillips of Atmore, AL, Barry (Deborah) Phillips of Barrineau Park, FL, Dale (Perla) Phillips and Tim Phillips both of Pensacola; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Services were held Monday, September 12, 2016, at 11 a.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. James Boyd and Bro. Ted Bridges officiating.
Interment will follow in Walnut Hill Baptist Cemetery.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Construction Begins On Highway 29 Widening Project
September 12, 2016
Construction activities will begin on Highway 29 from I-10 to one-half mile north of Nine Mile Road and near the Highway 29 overpass this week as crews begin mobilizing equipment and installing construction signs.
Improvements include widening Highway 29 from four to six lanes, replacing the existing twin bridges over Nine Mile Road with a single bridge, adding roadway lighting, sidewalks, bike lanes, improving signalization and performing drainage upgrades. The project is slated for completion summer 2020.
Other construction activities will include installing erosion control, as well as clearing and trees and shrubs around the stormwater retention ponds, which should not affect traffic. Various utility companies will also be performing utility relocations throughout the project area.
Motorists will encounter lane closures near the Highway 29 overpass as workers prepare the area for the bridge replacement Sunday, September 18. Lane closures will only be permitted between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Construction activities are weather dependent and might be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution and watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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Scouts Surprise Local Heroes On 9/11
September 12, 2016
To mark 9/11 on Sunday, Webelos Scouts from Pack 499 and a girl scout from Troop 913, surprised local heroes at the Ferry Pass Fire Station with baked goods, handshakes and thank-yous for all they do everyday to protect the local community. The scouts also received a station tour. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Thousands Unite In Prayer On 9/11 In Bay Center Program
September 12, 2016
Thousands of people from churches across the area united Sunday for a night of prayer for our region, our county and the Body of Christ across the world. Pastor Ted Traylor of Olive Baptist Church and Pastor Joey Rogers of Pace Assembly Ministries worked together to host the event to unit the community through prayer.
In addition to Traylor and Rogers, scheduled speakers included Police Chief David Alexander, Pastor Ken Hall, Pastor Evon Horton, David Mayo, Chaplain Eric Melvin, Congressman Jeff Miller, Pastor John Spencer, and Pastor Bernard Yates.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
First Baptist Cantonment Honors First Responders With BBQ
September 12, 2016
The First Baptist Church of Cantonment held a special First Responder BBQ Picnic Sunday afternoon to honor local law enforcement, EMS and firefighters that dedicate their lives to service and protect. In the inset photo, the super-size serving is heading for delivery to the Molino Station of Escambia Fire Rescue. Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Bonus Gallery: Tate High School Homecoming
September 12, 2016
For a Tate Homecoming 2016 photo gallery, click here.
The photo gallery includes the Homecoming Court, crowning of Homecoming Queen Gloria Jones, the Tate Showband, cheerleaders, ROTC and plenty of football actions shots.
NorthEcscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Century To Hold First Budget Hearing, Council Meeting Tonight
September 12, 2016
The Town of Century will hold their first public hearing on their tentative budget and proposed millage rate at 6:50 p.m. today, just prior to a 7 p.m. council meeting
The council agenda for tonight includes regular business items and a resolution concerning a $600,483 Community Development Block Grant emergency set aside assistance grant.
The second an final budget hearing will be held at 6:50 p.m. on Monday, September 19, just prior to a 7 p.m. council meeting.
Bonus Photo Gallery: Northview At Gulf Breeze
September 12, 2016
Click here for a photo gallery from Friday night’s Northview at Gulf Breeze game.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Gary Amerson, click to enlarge.
Rain More Likely This Week
September 12, 2016
Pictured: The Blue Angels return home to Pensacola Sunday evening. Photo courtesy City of Pensacola for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Here is your official North Escambia are forecast:
Today: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. East wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88.
One Injured In Mobile Highway Crash
September 12, 2016
One person was injured in a crash Sunday night on Mobile Highway at Klondike Road. Further details have not yet been released by the Florida Highway Patrol as they continue their investigation. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
