Virginia Turk Henry
June 15, 2018
Myra Virginia Turk Henry, 86 of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at her residence. She was retired from Vanity Fair Mill, born in Choctaw County, AL, on February 21, 1932, to the late Ulin B. and Effie Myles Nordan.
She was a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ivan Turk and her son, Robert Glenn Turk.
She is survived by ister Georgia Dukes of Linden, AL, and nieces and nephews.
Services will be Saturday, June 16, 2018, at 2:30 p.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore with Bro. Mike Harper officiating. Interment will follow in Serenity Gardens.
Family will receive friends, Saturday June 16, 2018, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 1:30 p.m. until service time at 2:30 p.m.
Pensacola Blue Wahoos Top Mobile BayBears 4-2
June 15, 2018
The Blue Wahoos came out on fire scoring four runs in the first two innings, on their way to a 4-2 win over the Mobile BayBears Thursday night at Blue Wahoos Stadium. Pensacola now leads the series 2-0.
In the first inning, Nick Longhi singled on a ground ball to right field that scored Shed Long to put the Wahoos up 1-0. In the bottom of the second, Long doubled on a fly ball to score Gavin Lavalley. With two on and only one out, Narciso Crook singled on a ground ball that allowed Taylor Sparks and Long to score to increase the Wahoos lead 4-0. Every Blue Wahoo in the lineup had at least one hit and the Wahoos recorded a base hit in all eight innings they came to the plate.
Wright (W, 3-4) had a great outing for Pensacola. After giving up a double to leadoff hitter Luis Rengifo, Wright retired the next 13 batters he faced until Connor Justus singled with one out in the fifth. Wright pitched seven innings and allowed no runs on three hits, no walks, and three strikeouts.
The BayBears mounted a comeback in the top of the eighth inning as Luis Rengifo grounded into a force out that scored Justus. Shortly after Brennan Lund singled on a ground ball past third baseman Taylor Sparks to score Brendon Sanger that cut the Mobiles deficit at 4-2. Carlos Navas (S, 3) came in from the pen and got the Wahoos out of the jam with the final out of the inning.
Mobile threatened to tie the game in the top of the ninth inning after a pair of Navas walks, but both were stranded after Brandon Sandoval flew out to center fielder Brian O’Grady to secure the Wahoos the win. Navas got credit with the save after recording the game’s final four outs.
Pensacola can claim their third straight series win with a victory on Friday night. Right-hander Keury Mella (5-3, 3.33) will take the mound on for Pensacola, and RHP Jose Rodriguez (5-6, 5.68) will take the hill for the BayBears.
Hardy J. Callahan
June 15, 2018
Hardy J. Callahan passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2018. He was a trained machinist, loved spending time outside in his flower garden and being with his children and grandkids.
Hardy is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Margaret Callahan.
Hardy is survived by his wife of 27 years, Audrey; son, Joseph (Cheyenne) Callahan; daughter, Kayla Callahan; granddaughters, Raelyn and Emery; brother, Robert “Kit” (Pam) Callahan; sister, Denise Callahan and many friends.
Visitation will be at 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Monday, June 18, 2018, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 PM. Pastor Ricky Skaggs is officiating. Interment will be at Gonzalez United Methodist Church Cemetery.
From A Musician To A ‘Moogician’ — Summer Reading Fun At The Library
June 14, 2018
The Summer Reading Program is underway at libraries in Escambia County, including the branch libraries in Century and Molino.
This week, children enjoyed musician Roger Day, who has performed with the Indigo Girls, Nancy Griffith and the Crickets (Buddy Holly’s band).
Next week, the program will feature Todd Charles the “Moogician” as he combines magic, music and milk in a creative comedy for kids. The schedule is:
- Tuesday, June 19, 11 a.m. – Southwest Branch Library – Weather permitting program will be held at Big Lagoon State Park Amphitheater
- Tuesday, June 19, 4 p.m. – Tryon Branch Library
- Wednesday, June 20, 11 a.m. – Century Branch Library
- Wednesday, June 20, 4 p.m. – Pensacola Library
- Thursday, June 21, 11 a.m. – Molino Branch Library
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Manhunt In Bratt — Alabama Escapee Captured
June 14, 2018
An Alabama escapee was captured Thursday afternoon following manhunt in Bratt.
Christopher Hosford has warrants for his arrest from Escambia County, AL, that include escape first degree from a community corrections program, according to Chief Deputy Mike Lambert of the Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office.
The Escambia County (FL) Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on West Highway 4 near Still Road Wednesday afternoon when a man identified has Hosford ran from the vehicle, according to the Public Information Office Amber Southard. He was located hiding in a corn field on Dortch Road by deputies, a K-9 team from the Escambia County (FL) Road Prison and an aircraft from Escambia County, AL.
Hosford was taken into custody and transported to the Escambia County Jail in Pensacola. He was charged with operating a motor vehicle without a valid license and resisting an officer. He faces extradition back to Alabama.
A female in the car, 29-year old Stephanie Elaine Lowery, was charged with resisting an officer and remained in jail early Friday morning with bond set at $1,000.
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Markquise DeShawn Wallace Wanted For Deadly Hit And Run
June 14, 2018
An arrest warrant has been issued Markquise DeShawn Wallace for the deadly hit and run that killed an 8-month old and a woman in a hit and run last week.
Wallace, 25, rented the Dodge Challenger involved in the crash from Hertz Rental and he was traveling at least 90 miles per hour before he struck them, Pensacola Police said Thursday morning. The vehicle was recovered Wednesday on “T’ Street near Bobe Street in Escambia County.
“Marquis, we have every available resource looking for you,” Pensacola Police Chief Tommi Lyter said. “You are the number one public enemy of the Pensacola Police Department…every available resource is out looking for you. We know you are scared, do the right thing.”
Lyter and State Attorney Bill Eddins said Wallace has a criminal history including arrests for battery, burglary, larceny and domestic violence. He was wearing an ankle monitor, but he cut the monitor off Wednesday. Eddins said he cut off the ankle monitor sometime yesterday and has been on the run.
He was last seen driving a gray Lexus 350 Sport 4-door with burgundy interior. His last known address was in the 7200 block of Fairfield Drive.
Three people were crossing Cervantes Street near M Street when they were hit by a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Neariaah Ikerria Williams, age 8 months, and a family friend, 28-year-old Nephateria Monique Williams, died. The child’s mother, 27-year-old Quineka Tyon Baldwin, was injured.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call 911, the Pensacola Police Department, or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
Rabid Racoon Found In Escambia County
June 14, 2018
A rabid racoon has been found in Escambia County.
The Florida Department of Health in Escambia County said a raccoon recently captured in Escambia County tested positive for the virus. The exact location in which in the racoon was found has not been released.
Rabies is a viral disease that infects the central nervous system. Without proper treatment, rabies can cause brain infection and death. Rabies is transmitted by a rabid animal by a bite, a scratch, or by contact with mucous membranes such as the eyes, nose, or mouth. A series of “rabies shots” can protect a bite victim from developing the rabies infection, if given soon after the bite occurs.
“Rabies is a fatal infection but is preventable,” notes FDOH-Escambia’s director, Dr. John J. Lanza. “It is important to not feed or pet wild and stray animals, to avoid animals that appear to be acting strangely, and to keep pets vaccinated against rabies. Persons who are bitten by a wild animal or an animal who has not been vaccinated against rabies should seek immediate medical care. Proper medical treatment of an animal bite can be life-saving.”
In Florida, raccoons, foxes, bats, and cats are the animals most frequently diagnosed with rabies. Other animals that are at high risk for rabies include dogs, bobcats, skunks, and otters. Because of their proximity to people, stray and unvaccinated cats and dogs pose a special risk.
Individuals cannot always tell if an animal has rabies by looking at it. To guard against rabies, the health department recommends residents follow these steps:
- Teach your children not to go near wild and stray animals, and never keep them as pets.
- Vaccinate your dog, cat, ferret, or horse to protect against rabies. Keep vaccinations up-to-date.
- Do not feed your pets outside. The food may attract wild animals.
- Make sure your garbage is securely covered. Open garbage attracts wild and stray animals.
- Spay or neuter your pet to reduce its tendency to roam or fight.
- Do not let your pets roam freely or allow them to interact with wild or stray animals. Keep them in a fenced yard or on a leash at all times.
- Prevent bats from entering living quarters or occupied spaces in homes, churches, schools, and other similar areas, where they might come into contact with people and pets.
- Call Escambia County Animal Control, at 850-595-0097, to remove stray dogs and cats from your neighborhood.
- If your pet is bitten by another animal, immediately seek veterinary assistance for your pet and contact Escambia County Animal Control.
- If you are bitten by a wild animal, or by any animal that is acting strangely, seek medical care as soon as possible so that a physician can evaluate your risk of rabies infection and administer the rabies vaccine, if appropriate.
Woman Indirectly Struck By Lightning In Cantonment
June 14, 2018
A Cantonment woman was possibly injured by lightning Wednesday afternoon.
The woman told first responders that she was injured by an indirect lightning strike coming through the plumbing at her sink. She was transported non-emergency to West Florida Hospital by Escambia County EMS.
The Cantonment Station of Escambia Fire Rescue also responded to the 4:46 p.m. on Forrest Street.
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Man Sentenced For Setting Girlfriend On Fire With Gasoline
June 14, 2018
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to four decades in prison for setting his girlfriend on fire with gasoline.
Tavares Antwan Lewis, 41, was sentenced Wednesday by Circuit Judge W. Joel Boles to 40 years in state prison with a minimum mandatory sentence of 30 years as a prison releasee reoffender and habitual felony offender. He was convicted of second degree murder with a weapon.
In the early morning hours of September 20, 2016, Lewis threw gasoline on the victim and set her on fire. The victim was in the hospital for seven months with severe burn injuries. However, she was able to tell law enforcement that Lewis was her attacker.
Further investigation linked his cell phone to the time and area of the crime. Lewis also made incriminating telephone calls to the victim during while in jail.
Thunder And Lightning: Typical Summer Weather
June 14, 2018
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 89. West wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89.
Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 88.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89.