ECSO: Suspect Shoved Deputy, Ran Out Of His Shoes During Cottage Hill Foot Chase
May 30, 2019
Deputies say a Cantonment man literally ran out of his shoes while being chased by deputies in Cottage Hill, and he is also accused of shoving a deputy.
Cody Brooks Holland, 22, was charged with felony battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest with violence and possession of drug paraphernalia.
An Escambia County deputy was on patrol on Williams Ditch Road when he observed two males sitting on top of a rock in front of the Cottage Hill Baptist Church. They told him they were just waiting for a ride. When the deputy ran a radio check on Holland, he was informed he had an outstanding failure to appear warrant.
When the deputy proceeded to handcuff Holland, he asked to hug his friend and proceeded to do so without waiting for answer, an arrest report states.
When the deputy attempted to handcuff him, he pushed his friend and deputy away, according to the report. The deputy gave chase as Holland ran eastbound on Williams Ditch Road.
After repeated warnings during the chase, the deputy fired his taser at Holland but missed. The deputy tripped and fell on the taser wires, suffering an abrasion to his elbow. He observed Holland run behind a home on Williams Ditch Road.
A perimeter was established, and an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit arrived to assist in the search. Holland literally ran out of his shoes, which were located on Williams Ditch Road, according to the ECSO.
When Holland was located, he claimed he did feel a taser probe behind his leg. Escambia Fire Rescue responded, but he refused medical treatment.
In a black bookbag that had allegedly been in Holland’s possession, deputies reported finding a broken glass pipe, three baggies of suspected spice and Holland’s identification.
Holland remained in the Escambia County Jail Thursday morning.
A Few Showers, Otherwise Hot
May 30, 2019
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. West wind around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 93. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 69. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 95. North wind around 5 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 71. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 95.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 95.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 94.
International Paper To Host $65K Grant Application Info Meeting
May 30, 2019
International Paper Pensacola Mill will award $65,000 in foundation grants in 2019 and is hosting a free workshop to review the application process with interested nonprofit organizations and federal entities.
The workshop is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the mill’s Employee Development Center at 375 Muscogee Road in Cantonment. The meeting will focus on eligibility, criteria and restrictions. Reservations to attend the workshop are required as space is limited; however, attendance is not mandatory for eligibility.
The International Paper Foundation makes sustainable investments to address critical needs in the communities where employees live and work.
Signature Causes include:
- · Education – Programs focused on helping children succeed via a comprehensive approach to education. Priority is given to literacy programs from birth through 3rd grade.
- · Hunger – Programs dedicated to improving food security throughout our communities.
- · Health & Wellness – Programs that promote healthy living habits.
- · Disaster Relief – Programs that help communities prepare for and recover from natural disasters.
Funding also is available to address environmental initiatives (forests, water and air), employee involvement grants and other critical community needs.
Applicants must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or qualifying federal entity to apply for a grant. To be considered, organizations must have a program that addresses critical community needs and have measurable objectives to demonstrate impact. Details on grant eligibility, guidelines and restrictions are available at www.ipgiving.com. Applications will be accepted at www.ipgiving.com until Monday, July 15, 2019.
To reserve your seat at the workshop, contact Whitney Fike, communications manager, via email whitney.fike@ipaper.com or (850) 968-3076.
Pictured: Last year’s IP Giving award winners (above) and a pre-application workshop. File photos.
Century Splash Pad Reopens
May 30, 2019
The Century Splash Pad at Showalter Park has reopened, according to the town. It was closed for about a week due to electrical maintenance. NorthEscambia.com file photos.
The splash pad was scheduled to open this year the week of March 18 for spring break. The opening was delayed about a month, also due to electrical issues.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
$1.3 Billion Pennsylvania Casino Sale To Poarch Creek Indians Approved
May 30, 2019
The $1.3 billion Poarch Creek Indians’ purchase of a Pennsylvania casino has received regulatory approval.
PCI Gaming Authority d/b/a Wind Creek Hospitality (WCH) said Wednesday that the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PGCB) approved a transaction under which WCH will acquire the Sands Casino Resort in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, for a total enterprise value of $1.3 billion.The closing of the transaction comes after approximately 14 months of regulatory review and other customary closing conditions.
“We are pleased with the decision of PGCB and anticipate moving quickly to close the transaction. I look forward to welcoming all the Sands Bethlehem employees to the Wind Creek family,” said Wind Creek President/CEO Jay Dorris.
The Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem, which will be integrated into the WCH portfolio as Wind Creek Bethlehem, represents Las Vegas-style resort located in the heart of the Lehigh Valley of Pennsylvania, approximately 80 miles from New York City. Amenities include: a 282-room AAA Four Diamond hotel, a 183,000 square foot casino floor featuring 3,000 slots and electronic table games, 200 table games, numerous food and beverage outlets, a 150,000 square foot retail mall, and a multi-purpose event center.
“The purchase of the Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem is a valuable addition to the Tribe’s existing gaming portfolio. This investment will expand and complement our already extensive Wind Creek Hospitality brand’s offerings, and bring added economic growth to the Lehigh Valley.” WCH anticipates an immediate effort to expand the property to include construction of a 300-room hotel adjacent to the casino. WCH also plans to move forward with renovation of the existing No. 2 Machine Shop Bethlehem Steel site with ideas such as an adventure and water park that will include a 400 or so room hotel,” Poarch Band of Creek Indians Tribal Chair and CEO Stephanie Bryan said.
Kids Have Blast With Moon Rocks At Molino Library; More Programs Planned
May 30, 2019
Nearly 130 kids and adults had a blast Wednesday during a moon rock program at the Molino Branch Library, and there are more chances to check out this out of the world program.
The real moon rocks and meteorite samples are on loan from NASA.
For a photo gallery, click here.
During Summer STEAM programs the library, the items will be on display, and there will be a program of activities to explore lunar science and cosmic impacts.
The remaining program schedule is as follows (North Escambia locations are bolded):
- Thursday, May 30, 10:30 a.m. – Southwest Branch Library
- Thursday, May 30, 2 p.m. – Westside Branch Library
- Friday, May 31, 10:30 a.m. – Genealogy Branch Library
- Friday, May 31, 2 p.m. - Century Branch Library
- Saturday, June 1, 10:30 a.m. – Tryon Branch Library
- Saturday, June 1, 2 p.m. – Tryon Branch Library
- Tuesday, June 4, 10:30 a.m. – Pensacola Library
- Tuesday, June 4, 2 p.m. – Pensacola Library
Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Armed Robbery Of An Individual Under Investigation
May 29, 2019
Deputies responded to the armed robbery of an individual Tuesday night in Cantonment.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report about 7:45 p.m. in the area of West Roberts Road and Monica Lane, just east of Pine Forest Road. A black male armed with a knife reportedly robbed another male that was walking on the side of the road. There were no injuries reported.
The suspect was described as being 5′6″ and about 200 pounds with short black hair and a beard. He was last seen wearing a black shirt and black shorts.
The ECSO set up a perimeter and searched with K-9 units, but the suspect was not immediately located.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at (850) 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
Scott Pushes Hurricane Preparedness At Escambia County Stop
May 29, 2019
Tuesday, Senator Rick Scott held hurricane preparedness press conference at Pensacola Hardware ahead of this weekend’s hurricane supply sales tax holiday and the first day of hurricane season on June 1.
Scott joined local officials and representatives from the Small Business Administration and the Department of Housing and Urban Development to share resources and tools available to Floridians ahead of storm season.
Local hurricane preparedness information can be found here.
The Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, May 31 and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, June 6. During the holiday, sales tax will not be collected on the following popular items (for a complete listing of these items and other information, click here):
- A portable self-powered light source selling for $20 or less.
- A portable self-powered radio, two-way radio, or Weatherband radio selling for $50 or less.
- A tarpaulin or other flexible waterproof sheeting selling for $50 or less.
- A ground anchor system or tie-down kit selling for $50 or less.
- A gas or diesel fuel tank selling for $25 or less.
- A package of AA-cell, C-cell, D-cell, 6-volt, or 9-volt batteries, excluding automobile and boat batteries, selling for $30 or less.
- A nonelectric food storage cooler selling for $30 or less.
- A portable generator used to provide light or communications or preserve food in the event of a power outage selling for $750 or less.
- Reusable ice selling for $10 or less.
Pictured: Senator Rick Scott talks hurricane preparedness during a stop Tuesday at Pensacola Hardware. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Smoker Grill Blamed For Structure Fire
May 29, 2019
A smoker grill is being blamed for a fire that destroyed a detached storage building Tuesday afternoon.
Firefighters responded to the a home at 9 1/2 Mile Road and Bowman Avenue about 1:20 p.m. to find flames and smoke showing from a wood frame shed that had already burned mostly to the ground.
An investigation by Escambia Fire Rescue determined the smoker grill had been placed to close to the 300 square foot structure, sparking the blaze.
The structure was a total loss, but a nearby home did not sustain any damage. There were no injuries.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
More Heat, Maybe A Shower Thursday
May 29, 2019
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Light south wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 69. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 71.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95.