The ‘Great Christmas Puppy Rescue” — Deputies Rescue Puppies Thrown From Car
December 26, 2018
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is calling it the “Great Christmas Puppy Rescue.”
Deputies rescued a litter of puppies thrown from a vehicle on Christmas Day. A concerned citizens called the Sheriff’s Office, and the men and women in green came to the rescue. The puppies were not injured.
Deputies transported the puppies back to the the Sheriff’s Office were the deputies and dispatchers enjoyed some puppy time.
All of the puppies have been adopted, and one was given the name “Tinsel.”
Mostly Sunny Today, Rain Likely By Thursday
December 26, 2018
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Rain likely, mainly after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 55. East wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Thursday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a high near 69. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Thursday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 65. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Friday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 72. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 61. East wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a high near 72. East wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind around 5 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 67.
Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 53.
Monday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 65.
Monday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 55.
New Year’s Day: A 40 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 68.
Forrest Junior Carnley
December 26, 2018
Forrest Junior Carnley, age 90, went to be with the Lord on December 23, 2018 in Pensacola, Florida which also would have been his 68th Wedding Anniversary to our Mother Linnie Earl Carnley. He was born October 09, 1928 to Ira and Mattie Clyde (Harrison) Carnley.
He lived most of his life in Molino, Florida. Dad was the rock in our family. He was the best husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle. He was exceptionally hardworking and devoted his life to his family.
He retired from St. Regis / Champion after more than 50 years of service. He helped start the Molino Volunteer Fire Department and was a member for many years. He was very proud that his daughter and grandson followed in his footsteps. He enjoyed planting his garden every year to can and give to neighbors and he especially loved to go fishing. He had a fish pond put in and absolutely enjoyed it with his grandson, daughter in-law and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linnie Earl Carnley; brothers, Marvin Carnley, Carrell Carnley, Ivey Nick Carnley and sisters, Lucille Tedder, Margaret Allen and Corine Beaty.
He is survived by his daughters, Shirley Mitchell and Janice Carnley; his grandson and the apple of his eye Chris Mitchell his wife April and great grandchildren, Dezerai Duke, Mailyn Duke, Eli Mitchell and Makaila Mitchell, a very special sister Essie Kirkland and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday December 28, 2018 at Faith Chapel North Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Hudson officiating services. Visitation for the family starts at 10:30. The family will receive friends at 11:00 with the funeral beginning at 12:00. Burial will follow at Ebenezer Assembly of God Church Cemetery in Jay, Florida.
Active pallbearers will be Chris Mitchell, Bill Eddins, Robert Mitchell, Michael Rowell, Fred Bergeron, Willie Mack, Marvin Lucas and Steve Ridgeway.
Honorary pallbearers are Margie Mauer, Willie and Kristi Little, JoAnn Hope and Winston Cook.
The family would like to give a special thank you to The Haven of Our Lady of Peace for the wonderful care provided to our father.
Sue M. Lowman
December 26, 2018
Sue M. Lowman was reunited with her true love on December 25, 2018. She was born on July 22, 1946 in Pensacola, Florida to the late Wilson B. Merritt and Lucile Bryars Merritt.
Sue started out as a teacher’s assistant in the Escambia County School System. She enjoyed her time so much that she returned to school and received her Master’s Degree becoming a teacher herself teaching for many years in the public school system.
Sue was a beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, teacher, and friend with a beautiful soul. She will be missed my many.
Sue is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Lowman; parents; and brother, Billy Merritt.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories her children, Richard (Angela) Lowman, Lesley (Steve) O’Ferrell, Jamie (Stephen) Lowman, and Jennifer (Tony) Medina; grandchildren, Carly (Isaac) Morrison, Luke Infinger, Abbie Infinger, E.L. Bryant, Jay Lowman, Gavan Talpas, Jacob Lowman, and Molly Lowman; sister, Ellen (James) Atchinson; aunt, Oneida Marquis; and numerous, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 29, 2018 at Whitmire Cemetery, Whitmire Drive, Pensacola, Florida.
Pallbearers will be Buddy Infinger, Steve O’Ferrell, Luke Infinger, Roger Grice, Gavan Talpas, Isaac Morrison, and E.L. Bryant. Stephen Perry will serve as honorary pallbearer.
Merry Christmas! The Story Of The Greatest Gift Of All
December 25, 2018
Today’s lead story on NorthEscambia.com is a story that happened over 2,000 years ago today — the birth of a boy child.
It is story that was first delivered by an angelic choir. It was the news that changed the world…a Savior had been born in a little town called Bethlehem. It was a humble scene. A little baby wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
It was the world’s first ever Christmas gift on that very first Christmas morning, the gift of a Savior with the promise of eternal life.
It’s good news for all of us on this Christmas. Good news that Emmanuel, the Lord Jesus, was born. It’s story that was reported by Luke in the New Testament in the Bible, the widest circulated publication in history. It’s reprinted below for you to read, and for you to share the Good News with someone you care about this Christmas.
From our NorthEscambia.com family to you and yours, Merry Christmas!
- And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
- (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)
- And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.
- And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)
- To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.
- And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.
- And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.
- And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.
- And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.
- And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.
- For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.
- And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
- And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,
- Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
- And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.
- And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
- And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
- And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.
- But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.
- And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Christmas Concert: Molino Park Elementary Choir
December 25, 2018
Merry Christmas!
This is the Molino Park Elementary School Choir with several Christmas songs, including “Candy Cane Lane” during a recent performance at Winterfest.
AAA: One-in-Three Americans Will Travel this Holiday Season
December 25, 2018
AAA forecasts that more than one-third of Americans will travel this holiday season.
The record-breaking 112.5 million travelers taking to the nation’s runways, roads and rails for the year-end holidays represents a 4.4 percent increase over last year and the most since AAA has been tracking holiday travel. For the more than 102 million people who will pack up their cars for a holiday road trip, INRIX, a global mobility analytics company, predicts travel times in the most congested cities in the U.S. could be as much as four times longer than a normal trip.
“’Tis the season for holiday travel, and more Americans than ever will journey to spend time with friends and family or choose to take a vacation,” said Bryan Shilling, managing director, AAA Travel products and services. “Strong economic growth fueled by robust consumer spending continues to drive strong demand for seasonal travel. With a record-breaking one-third of the country choosing to travel this holiday, roadways and airports are sure to be busy.”
By the Numbers: 2018 Year-End Holiday Travel Forecast
- Automobiles: More Americans will travel by car this holiday season than ever before. The 102.1 million people expected to pack up their cars for road trips is 4.4 percent higher than last year. It is the most since AAA began tracking holiday travel in 2001.
- Planes: The 6.7 million people who will travel by air this year is the highest level since in 15 years and is 4.2 percent more than last year.
- Trains, Buses and Cruise Ships: Travel across these sectors will increase by 4 percent, with a total 3.7 million passengers.
Merry Christmas! Here’s Your Christmas Forecast
December 25, 2018
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Christmas Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 66. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 65. East wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Showers likely. Cloudy, with a low around 55. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 69. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Thursday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 64. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Friday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a low around 59. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Saturday: Showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 67. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Saturday Night: Showers likely. Cloudy, with a low around 57. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Sunday: Showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 65. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 63.
Pictured: Christmas lights in Century. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
UF/IFAS: Baking Blunders To Avoid
December 25, 2018
The way people get cooking advice has changed a lot over the years, due in no small part to the Internet, said Heidi Copeland, family and consumer sciences agent with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension.
“Before the Internet, people often took to calling their local Extension office for culinary advice, especially during the frenzy of holiday cooking,” Copeland said. “Fortunately, people still come to family and consumer sciences agents like myself to get answers to their culinary questions.”
“Folks are frequently concerned about baking,” Copeland said. “Many often wonder why their product isn’t turning out.”
Copeland has these tips for avoiding common baking blunders:
1. Take care with substitutions. “Baking isn’t as forgiving as cooking. Using the right ingredients is important because they strongly affect the taste and texture of baked goods,” Copeland explained. “For example, if a recipe calls for butter, don’t substitute a spread. Typical butter is 80 percent fat and 20 percent water, whereas a spread can be as little as 60 percent fat and 40 percent water,” Copeland said. “That bit of extra liquid in something like a pie crust could mean the difference between something deliciously flakey and a soggy mess.”
2. Measure it right. “Your measuring tools —cups and spoons— and how you measure can impact the final product,” Copeland said. “Flour, for instance, should be fluffed up a little with a spoon, swooped into a measuring cup and leveled with a knife or other straight-edged utensil—not packed and pounded into a cup. Brown sugar, on the other hand, should be packed into a measuring cup.”
3. Know your dimensions. “A recipe will tell you which pan size to use. Keep in mind that the recipe is design to fill pans of particular dimensions. For examples, the volume of a nine-inch cake pan is six cups, but that of a 10-inch baking pan is 11 cups,” said Copeland.
4. Get the right flour. “Which flour is best? It depends on what you’re making,” Copeland said. “Whole grain flours are higher in dietary fiber and overall nutrient content than white flour, but whole grain flours are not the norm for most traditional holiday recipes, nor is self-rising flour, which already has baking powder and salt added. All-purpose flour is the key to most basic recipes.”
5. When it comes to eggs, go large. “Unless otherwise noted, assume a recipe with eggs is calling for large chicken eggs at room temperature,” Copeland advised. “If a cookie recipe calls for two large eggs (about four ounces) and two jumbo eggs (about five ounces) are used, the cookies may turn out softer than desired.”
Health Department Offers Tips For Safe And Healthy Holiday Season
December 25, 2018
This Christmas, the Florida Department of Health would like to remind everyone to stay safe, prepared and aware. With the excitement of the holidays in the air, it can be easy to forget about safety precautions and careful behavior.
“The Department of Health encourages everyone to put safety into practice, particularly during the holidays,” said State Surgeon General and Secretary of State Dr. John Armstrong. “We want all Floridians and visitors to have memories of a joyous holiday season.”
The Department of Health offers the following tips to ensure a safe and healthy holiday season:
- Handle and Prepare Food Safely. As you prepare holiday meals, keep yourself and your family safe from food-related illness. Always wash your hands before preparing foods and after handling raw meat. Avoid cross-contamination by keeping raw meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs (including their juices) away from ready-to-eat foods and eating surfaces. Cook foods to the proper temperature and refrigerate promptly. Do not leave perishable foods out for more than two hours. Also, be aware of ingredients that may cause allergic reactions.
- Practice Fire Safety. Use flame-resistant, flame-retardant and non-combustible materials and keep candles away from Christmas trees, decorations and combustible materials. Before you string lights on your house or trees, inspect the strands, to make sure there aren’t any frayed cords or cracked bulbs. Also, don’t use indoor lights outside and vice versa. Check the tag on the string of lights to be sure. Be sure to install or check smoke alarms, and unplug your Christmas tree during sleeping hours.
- Travel Safely. When traveling, have a trusted friend or neighbor keep an eye on your home and avoid speaking to strangers about your travel plans. Avoid driving alone or at night and always be aware of your surroundings. Text messaging can wait until you safely arrive at your destination. Always park in well-lit areas and do not leave the car unoccupied with the motor running or with children inside.
- Prevent Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning: As temperatures drop, the potential for CO poisonings rise. CO is a highly poisonous gas produced by burning fuels such as gasoline, natural gas, propane, kerosene, charcoal, and wood. The Department discourages citizens from burning charcoal inside a house, garage, vehicle, or tent, including in a fireplace.
- Watch the Kids. Children need to be watched closely, especially when they’re eating and playing. Keep potentially-dangerous toys, food, drinks, household items, choking hazards (like coins and hard candy) and other objects out of kids’ reach. Do not leave children unattended around space heaters or the fireplace.