Cold Tonight, Low In The Lower 20s
January 22, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 21-25. North wind around 5 mph.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 53. Wind chill values between 15 and 25 early. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 29. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph.
Monday Night: Showers, mainly after midnight. Low around 41. Light and variable wind becoming northeast 5 to 10 mph after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Tuesday: Showers likely, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. Northeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 53. North wind around 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 30. North wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 55.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 35.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 54.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 27.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 48.
Lawn Care Company’s Trailer And Equipment Stolen From Bristol Park
January 22, 2022
A local lawn care company’s trailer with all of their equipment was stolen Thursday night.
JR’s Classic Cuts Lawn Care said the trailer was stolen from Joshua Drive in the Bristol Park area. The trailers contained equipment that included two Gravely zero-turn mowers. There was a large business sign on the back of the trailer.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Escambia County Sherriff’s Office at (850) 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
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Former Escambia (AL) Jail Corrections Officer Sentenced To Federal Prison
January 22, 2022
A former corrections officer at the Escambia County (AL) Detention Center in Brewton has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison.
Lakerdra Shanta Snowden, 31, was charged with conspiracy to commit bribery, bribery concerning a program receiving federal funds, providing contraband to a federal prisoner, and conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. The charges stem from Snowden’s abuse of her position as a corrections officer at jail. In that role, Snowden smuggled prohibited items into the jail and did other corrupt things on behalf of a federal detainee housed there. In exchange, Snowden accepted cash payments from the detainee totaling more than $5,000.
Snowden pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery. In connection with her guilty plea, Snowden admitted that she knowingly conspired with the detainee and others to commit federal funds bribery, and that the purpose of the bribery conspiracy was for her to enrich herself by abusing her official position to bring prohibited objects into the jail, which she would then provide to the detainee in exchange for money. The contraband items that Snowden smuggled into ECDC for the detainee included U.S. currency, phones, and K2 spice paper—items that she admitted threatened the order, discipline, and security of the jail, as well as the life, health, and safety of the individuals housed there.
United States District Judge Kristi K. DuBose also ordered Snowden to serve a two-year term of supervised release upon her release from prison and to pay $100 in special assessments.
The FBI and the Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office investigated the case.
Protect Your Pipes From Freezing Temperatures Tonight
January 22, 2022
There are steps that will protect household pipes from freezing temperatures External, exposed pipes are naturally the most likely to freeze. Here are tips from ECUA:
- Insulate pipes or faucets in unheated areas: Pipes located in unheated areas of your house, such as a garage or crawl space under the house or in the attic, are subject to freezing. If you have time to do this before freezing temperatures arrive, wrap these pipes with insulation materials made especially for this purpose. These materials can be found at most hardware stores or home improvement centers.
- Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses: Detach all hoses from faucets and allow them to drain. This prevents the water in the hose or pipe from freezing and bursting the faucet or pipe to which it is connected.
- Run a trickle of water: When forecasts call for sustained and/or severe freezing temperatures, run a thin trickle of water from the faucet furthest from the water line coming to your house. Usually, this is in a room at the back of the house or outside, in the yard. Allowing the water to circulate through your home’s plumbing helps to keep it from freezing. Some consider this a waste of water but the cost of the water used is extremely slight compared to repairing broken pipes and the resulting water damage.
- Remember the backflow preventer: Residents and business owners who have backflow preventers on their properties for water lines, fire lines, irrigation systems, and swimming pools need to protect their backflow preventers from freeze as well. Extended freezes can burst the body of the backflow assembly, rendering it useless. Wrap these pipes with insulation materials, made especially for this purpose. These materials can be found at most hardware stores or home improvement centers. If the device and the water line are not in use at this time (i.e., irrigation system or swimming pool lines), shut off the water supply line and drain the backflow device.
Marcus H. Moye Sr.
January 22, 2022
Marcus H. Moye Sr., age 71 passed away on January 20, 2022 at Baptist Hospital.
He was retired from Pensacola NAS NARF Civil Service from the group called “Fort Fumble”. He was owner of Detroit Auto Sales Pensacola, Florida. He was an accomplished musician playing lead quitar in church for over 50 years. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and Christian.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Carol Adams Moye; son, Marcus “Harley” Moye Jr. (Tiffany). Grandsons, Grayson and Brandon Moye; mother, Virginia Moye; sister, Cindy McBride and a host of aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces and nephews. He loved his fur baby Cooper.
He was preceded in death by his father, William B. Moye and a special brother-in-law Michael McBride who was like a brother.
Funeral services will be January 27,2022 at Ferry Pass Pentecostal Church at 6:30 p.m. with visitation at 5:00p.m. Officiated by Rev. Bill Adams and Rev. Harley Moye.
Mary Ellen Ray
January 22, 2022
Ms. Mary Ellen Ray, age 24, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 in Atmore, Alabama. She was born in Birmingham, AL; and has resided most of her life in Atmore, AL.
She valued her time she got to spend with her family. She loved to music and dancing. She always had a vibrant personality, a very contagious smile. She enjoyed watching movies all the time.
She is preceded in death by her one sister, Angela Ray, grandfather, Jimmy Ray, and grandparents, David and Ellen Allen.
She is survived by her parents, Joe and Jeni Ray, of Atmore, AL; beat friend and sister, Marina Whatley, grandmother, Mary Ray, of Atmore, AL; numerous cousins, relatives, and friends.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 10:00 AM at Robinsonville Baptist Church with Rev. Glenn Webber officiating.
Burial will follow at Little Rock Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, January 21, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC.
Pallbearers will be Charlie Woods, Dean Smith, Willie Warren, Bob Andrews, Mark Dorriety, and Brandon Smith.
Duane Allen Savage
January 22, 2022
Duane Allen Savage died peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 19,2022. He was born September 12, 1941 in Owosso, Michigan, the son of the late Eldon and Flora Savage.
He grew up and attended Bryant Elementary and Owosso High School where he developed life long friendships.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife if of sixty one years, Claudia Cooley Savage, daughter Sally Savage Romero(Bernard), daughter Patricia Bower (Jeffrey), daughter Pamela Martin. He is survived by grand children Danielle(Brendan) Kelley, Matthew Romero, Joshua (Jessica)Strickland, Zackery(Elisa) Strickland, Sarah(Robert) Vigil, Adam(MacKenzie) Bradshaw and Chloe Martin. He is survived by his great grandchildren, Jonah Strickland, Juliana Strickland, Ellie Strickland Hurd, Piper Strickland, Fisher Strickland, And Sterling Vigil. He is survived by one sister, Valerie Pierson and one sister-in-law, Shirley Savage, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and one sister.
Duane married Claudia Cooley Savage in 1960 and they started their married life in Pensacola, Florida where he was stationed. They moved seven times during his service in the Navy.
Duane served in the U. S. Navy for 20 years and retired in December, 1979. He was a Senior Chief Aviation Electrician and was very proud of the work he did in the Navy. Six months after he retired from the Navy he received his Bachelor’s degree in History Education; another accomplishment of which he was proud.
Duane developed a love of travel and was very proud of the fact that he and Claudia had traveled to all fifty states and fifty nine countries. He was never happier than when he was exploring new places. His last exploration was three years ago through the Scandinavian countries. He had slowed down a bit but still walked so we could explore.
Duane loved his God, his family, and his church. He loved talking to anyone and hearing their stories. He worked for H&R Block for about fifteen years just so he could interact with new people.
The funeral will be held at Myrtle Grove United Methodist Church, Lillian Hwy and 57th Street, at noon on Wednesday , January 26, 2022. Visitation will start at 11:00 A.M. services at noon with burial at 2:00 P.M. at Barrancas National Cemetery on N.A.S. Pensacola.
Memorials may be made to Myrtle Grove United Methodist Church Building fund (for repairs needed to the building) or to any choice of charity you have that puts a smile on your face.
Duane will be sorely missed and heaven will be more fun because of his new home.
Regional Roundup In Molino Still Happening, Perdido Landfill And Oak Grove Center Open On Saturday
January 21, 2022
Friday’s county closures due to the threat of winter weather will have no impact on waste services activities for Saturday. There is no inclement weather forecast for Saturday.
On Saturday, the Perdido Landfill will be open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the Oak Grove Citizens Convenience Center will be open from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
The Regional Roundup planned for Saturday at Molino Park Elementary School will go on as planned.
Regional Roundup events provide an opportunity to properly dispose of electronics, household hazardous waste and up to four tires per vehicle, all free of charge. Proof of Escambia County residency is required to participate in Regional Roundup, such as a driver’s license, power bill or voter registration card. This is a residential drop-off program only; no commercial waste accepted. Simply drive up and materials will be unloaded for you – no need to get out of your vehicle.
The event will take place from 8 a.m. until noon in the school parking lot at 899 Highway 97.
Items accepted include:
- Computers (monitors, terminals, keyboards and mice)
- Printers and copiers
- TVs and remotes
- DVD players
- Gaming systems
- Fax machines
- Stereo systems
- Cell phones and telephones
- Paint (up to 20 gallons)
- Fuel (up to 10 gallons)
- Waste oil (up to five gallons)
- Fluorescent lights (up to 10 lights)
- Tires (up to four per vehicle)
- Antifreeze
- Oil filters
- Lubricants and greases
- Solvents
- Pesticides
- Fertilizers
- Batteries (rechargeable, lithium, computer, cell phone, etc.)
- Auto, marine and motorcycle batteries
- Propane bottles
- Pool cleaners
- Household cleaners
Items NOT accepted include:
- Commercial waste
- Electronics that have been gutted
- Appliances, including fans and air conditioners
- Household garbage
- Yard debris or limbs
- Scrap metal
- Medical waste
- Medications
- Furniture and mattresses
- Building materials (concrete, bricks, blocks, roofing, drywall or lumber)
Traffic Crash Ends With Somewhat Bizarre Raging Water Rescue Along Highway 29
January 21, 2022
What began as a rather ordinary traffic crash on Highway 29 Thursday night ended with a somewhat bizarre raging water rescue in what, moments before, had been a dry ditch.
Four vehicles — an older Ford Econoline conversion van, two pickups and a truck hauling propane cylinders — were involved in the crash on northbound Highway 29 just south of 9 1/2 Mile Road at Dave Howell Tires just before 6 p.m.
The van ran off the roadway and into a fairly shallow ditch. And there’s when the situation quickly changed
It appeared the van struck and sheared off a fire hydrant, causing the ditch to rapidly fill with water and become a raging river that washed away the shoulder of the roadway.
Escambia County Fire Rescue Special Operations was called to the scene to rescue the van occupant.
According to witness accounts, the firefighters appeared to almost be swept away as the ground collapsed and a good Samaritan rushed into help.
We know the occupant of the van was rescued and there were no injuries to firefighters. The Florida Highway Patrol has not released further details as they investigate the crash.
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority responded and shut down the water flow.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Trial Date Set For Mom In Tate High School Homecoming Queen Scandal
January 21, 2022
A trial date has been set for the former school official accused of accessing student information to help her daughter win the Tate High School homecoming queen crown.
Laura Carroll appeared in an Escambia County courtroom Thursday, with her request for continuance denied. Carroll’s attorney argued for the continuance because they have not seen Verizon records and information from Google accounts.
Prosecutors said Carroll was offered a plea deal that she rejected — plead guilty to one felony and received probation, while the other felony charges would be dropped.
Jury selection was set to begin on January 31. Carroll faces up to 16 years in prison if convicted on all counts.
Carroll, former assistant principal at Bellview Elementary School, and her daughter Emily Rose Grover were charged by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement with one count each of felony offenses against users of computers, computer systems, computer networks, and electronic devices; felony unlawful use of a two-way communications device, felony criminal use of personally identifiable information, and conspiracy to commit these offenses.
Grover is entering a pre-trial diversion program that, if successfully completed, will result in the charges against being dismissed.
Both were accused of illegally accessing the Escambia County School District FOCUS computer system and casting 246 votes for Tate homecoming queen in the fall of 2020. Grover won, but she was later expelled.
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