Cantonment Man Charged With Aggravated Battery Of His Pregnant Girlfriend
March 8, 2022
A Cantonment man has been charged with the alleged aggravated battery of his pregnant girlfriend.
Jacob Dillan Grice, 24, was charged with felony aggravated battery offender knew the victim was pregnant
The victim told deputies that they were at the residence of a family member when she decided to take him home because he had taken Xanax and consumed too much alcohol. She stated he became angry because she would not stop at a store to get him beer. Grice allegedly grabbed her by the hair and pulled her to the ground before he poked her in the eye while trying to hit her in the face.
A report states the woman was treated for an eye injury by Escambia County EMS, and deputies.
Grice told deputies he is currently dating his accuser, and he knew that she was pregnant.
Grice was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $10,000 bond.
Retiring Old Glory: American Legion Post, Northview NJROTC Hold Flag Ceremony
March 8, 2022
The Northview High School NJROTC recently participated in a cooperative flag retirement with the Billy Glenn Rushing Post 90 of the American Legion in Atmore. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Chance Of Rain Sticks Around All Week, Maybe A Few Storms
March 8, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 3am, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 3am. Steady temperature around 65. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Wednesday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 9am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 9am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Wednesday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 52. North wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 73. North wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers after midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Friday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before midnight, then a chance of showers. Low around 37. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 49. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph.
Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 27.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 59.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 36.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 68.
Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 49.
Tuesday: A chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 71.
Miracle League Of Pensacola Needs Buddies For The Spring Season
March 8, 2022
The Miracle League of Pensacola is looking for volunteers to serve as buddies during the spring season.
Buddies can volunteer for one or two games or the entire season. Individuals and groups are welcome to participate.
To volunteer or for more information, call Volunteer Director Mike Norre at (850) 384-3489.
FDLE Charges Two Bank Employees With Fraud, Identity Theft
March 8, 2022
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has arrested two bank employees in Escambia County for fraud and identity theft.
Tiwuan Williams, 26, and Stephon Pugh-Davis, 27, for scheme to defraud, criminal use of personal identification information, unlawful use of a two-way communication device and conspiracy to commit a felony.
The investigation began in June 2021 when a local financial institution reported suspected internal fraud being committed by employees Williams and Pugh-Davis.
Agents discovered that Williams recruited other employees, including Pugh-Davis, to provide him with customer account details in order to facilitate fraudulent transfers into money mule accounts. A money mule is someone who transfers or moves illegally acquired money on behalf of someone else.
The investigation showed that Williams attempted to facilitate the transfer of more than $165,000 through more than 30 victim accounts, while Pugh-Davis assisted with more than 20 of the fraudulent transfers, according to FDLE.
Williams was arrested on March 4, while Pugh-Davis was arrested Monday morning. Each was booked into the Escambia County Jail on a $300,000 bond.
FDLE did not identify the financial institution involved.
Florida Now Has An Official State Dessert. And It Is…
March 8, 2022
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a Senate bill designating an official state dessert.
The bill was signed by DeSantis during a ceremony Monday in Plant City, Florida.
Florida’s new official state dessert is strawberry shortcake with natural Florida dairy topping. The official designation is a tribute to Florida strawberry farmers who produce 75% of the winter strawberry crop in the United States.
“Signing this bill at the Strawberry Festival is one way that we are supporting our Florida strawberry farmers and is a tribute to the more than 10,000 acres of strawberries that are grown in the greater Plant City area,” said DeSantis.
“As a fifth generation Floridian and a native of Plant City, I am delighted and proud that our Governor and the Legislature are making Strawberry Shortcake the official state dessert,” said Attorney General Ashley Moody. “I hope everyone tries a bite of Strawberry Shortcake in celebration.”
And what about key lime pie? That’s the official state pie.
Floyd Aroline Cornett
March 8, 2022
Floyd Aroline Cornett, a resident of Pensacola, Florida passed away on March 6, 2022 at the age of 83.
He was born on December 12, 1938 in Elizabethton, Tennessee to the late Fred and Annie Hinkle Cornett.
Floyd worked at Chemstrand, Monsanto until he retired in 1994. Floyd went back to work at Quest Diagnostics for 23 years until he retired in May of 2021. He was an avid Tennessee fan. He is preceded in death by his Mom and Dad, 4 brothers and 1 sister and several nieces and nephews and great nephews.
He is survived by his wife, Gloria Fay Cornett of 59 years, Tammy Ketterman, Craig, Donna Lombardi, Gary Durden, 3 grandchildren; Chuckie Ketterman, Tiffany Durden, Alex (Rebecca) Durden, 2 great grandchildren; Alaska and Ellis; sisters, Earline Phillips and Joyce Henson; brother in law, Jeff.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 14, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home. The family will receive family and friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Stephen Hurst Payne
March 8, 2022
Stephen Hurst Payne, age 73, passed away on February 26, 2022 in Atmore, AL. He was born on January 22, 1949 in Anniston, AL to Thomas and Evie Payne. He worked for many years as a Car Salesman. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Don Payne and Chris Payne.
He is survived by his sons, Stephen Dallas Payne (Cara Mayhew) of Bay Minette, AL and Justin Payne of Brewton, AL; his daughters, Kalani Weaver of Bay Minette, AL and Kathy Payne of Anniston, AL along with numerous grandchildren.
No formal services are scheduled at this time.
Matthew Castillow
March 8, 2022
Mr. Matthew Castillow, 70, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, March 6, 2022. He was a native of Castleberry and a longtime resident of Flomaton. After graduating from Conecuh County High School, he served as a paratrooper in the United States Army. Matthew was a deacon and faithful servant of Friendship Freewill Baptist Church for many years. After retiring from a career in the truck driving industry, he enjoyed using his cherished tractor to plant and grow fruits and vegetables to share with his family and community. Matthew found great joy in nurturing and providing for his family, and he will be remembered for being a friend to all.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas and Lillie Castillow; five brothers; and four sisters.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Green Castillow; sons, Matthew, Jr. (Jennifer) and Marcus (Jimma); grandchildren, Shane, Ashland, Dawson, and Jackson; sisters, Dolly Pettis, Sue Rouse, Martha Cain, Ruth (Allen) Pettis, and Ruby Ruch.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 10, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at Craver’s Funeral Home in Brewton.
Funeral services for Matthew Castillow will be held Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. from the chapel of Craver’s Funeral Home with Bro. Rusty Burnham and Bro. Eric Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Hollywood Cemetery in Flomaton with Craver’s Funeral Home of Brewton directing.
Pallbearers: Marcus Castillow, Austin Arrington, Will Chavers, Jarrod Green, Tyler Green and Rusty Johnson.
The family is accepting flowers, or donations can be made in memory of Matthew Castillow to: Pilots for Christ P.O. Box 707 Monroeville, AL 36461.
Charles Edward (Edd) Rowell
March 8, 2022
Mr. Charles Edward (Edd) Rowell, age 76, passed away, Tuesday, March 8, 2022 peacefully at his home in Atmore, AL; surrounded by his family. He retired as a dispatcher with Avondale Containers Trucking Company with many years of employment. He was a veteran in the United States Army in the Korean War. He was a member of VFW and American Legion in Mobile, AL.
Mr. Rowell valued his time he got to spend with his family. He loved to shoot pool.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow Wilson Rowell and Lillie Mae Bailey, two brothers, Joseph McArthur Rowell, Curtis Rowell, two sisters, Cleo Sellers, Lauree Bailey, and one step-daughter, Deanna Watson
He is survived by his three daughters, Tracey Rowell, of Pensacola, FL; Teresa Rowell, of Atmore, AL; Lorri Rowell, of Tampa, FL; one step-son, Steven Watson, of Mobile, AL: one step-daughter, Shelia Parker, of Mobile, AL; five sisters, Tiny Womack, of Atmore, AL; Ernestine Forte, of Atmore, AL; Willodeane Davis, of Atmore, AL; Jeanette Small, of Handover, PA; Joyce (James) Fogg, of Portales, NM; two grandchildren, Carlie Boswell, Breanna Schiller (Alan Brooks), three step- grandchildren, Justin Parker, Chris Parker, Anna Parker, two step- great grandchildren, Myah, Jaxx, numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held, Friday, March 11, 2022, at 12:30 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Chaplain Ricky Tedder officiating.
Burial will follow at McCullough Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 11, 2022 from 12:00 PM until service time at 12:30 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC.
Pallbearers will be Mark Digmon, Mike Digmon, Elliot Clemmons, Donnie Clemmons, Del Clemmons, and Clifford Jones.