ECSO Finds $500,000 Worth Of Meth, Plus Fentanyl During Search Warrant
March 25, 2022
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office seized nearly 20 pounds of meth — worth a half million dollars on the street – from a single house.
The ECSO Narcotics Unit SWAT team served a search warrant at a home in the 7700 block of Deborah Court, just south of Olive Road.
They also located over a half kilogram of cocaine and 37 grams of fentanyl, a stolen gun, and more than $6,900 in cash.
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. It is a major contributor to fatal and nonfatal overdoses in the U.S., according to the CDC..
“It is impossible to tell the exact impact of this seizure or the numbers of lives saved. Our narcotics unit worked hard on this investigation and these results are indicative of their commitment to the citizens of Escambia County,” Sheriff Chip Simmons said.
Jaquan Charmaine Xavier Smith was charged with possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana (under 20 grams), resisting arrest without violence, driving with a suspended license, and violation of probation.
This investigation is still ongoing and additional charges are likely against Smith, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
Glenda Ann Walston
March 25, 2022
Mrs. Glenda Ann Walston, age 69, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022 in Pensacola, Fla. She has resided in Century, Fla. most of her life. She was a proud member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. She was an avid fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors and going camping. She enjoyed playing video games, and playing with her dog.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Grady and Dora Ann Rolin; husband, Clifford R. Walston; two great-grandsons, Dalton Carroll, TJ Carroll; five brothers, Gilbert Rolin, Glenn Rolin, Jewel Rolin, Joe Rolin, Jerry Rolin, and one sister, Gloria Jean Carnley.
Mrs. Walston is survived by her one son, Vincent R. Walston of Molino, Fla.; three daughters, Sandra Lee Walston and Victoria Carroll, all of Century and Sherry Lynn Walston of Brewton, Ala.; one brother, Gregory (Lourie) Rolin of Atmore; one sister, Grace Marie (Bill) Stuckey, of Atmore; fifteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. William “Bill” Stuckey officiating. Burial will follow at Judson Creek Indian Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Friday, March 25, 2022 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Clifton Carroll, Allen Nix, Jake Woods and Justin Rolin
James “Phillip” Burke
March 25, 2022
James “Phillip” Burke passed away on March 24, 2002, while in the capable and compassionate care of Covenant Care hospice in Pensacola, Florida.
He was born February 21, 1953, in Pensacola, Florida, to Robert and Ellen Burke.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Wanda “Sue” Story and Phyllis Bottomlee.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Barbara (Dewberry) Burke, of Milton, Florida; daughters Jessica (David) Whittle and Kelly (Joshua) Pulliam, both of Milton, Florida; grandchildren Landon, Tyler, and Lexi Pulliam; and sister, Vonda (David) Golden, of Odessa, Texas.
A private memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Covenant Care.
UPDATE: Child Safe, Amber Alert Canceled For Boy Last Seen In Northern Santa Rosa County
March 25, 2022
UPDATE: This amber alert has been canceled. FDLE says the boy is safe.
An amber alert has been issued for a six-year old boy last seen near Munson in northern Santa Rosa County.
Kanyen Kinsey, last seen in the area of the 7600 block of Buddy Hardy Road.
He was last seen wearing a fluorescent orange long sleeve jacket with yellow lettering on the back that says “Heritage Place”, blue jeans, and Nike shoes. The child may be traveling with an unknown adult in a white chevrolet long-bed diesel pickup truck.
Kinsey is four-feet, seven inches tall, 48 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes.
Anyone with information should call their local law enforcement agency or 911.
Cantonment Man Charged With Hitting His Brother In The Head With A Coffeepot
March 24, 2022
A Cantonment man is facing a felony charge after allegedly hitting his mentally disabled brother in the head with a coffeepot.
Blanchewon Freeman Nettles, 37, was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Nettles told deputies that his brother pushed him and continued to strike. Nettle went into his bedroom and grabbed a coffeepot and threatened to hit his brother with it, an arrest report states.
Nettle said that as his brother approached him again, he hit him in the head with the coffeepot, breaking it, the report continues.
The brother suffered cuts and was transported to West Florida Hospital for treatment.
Family told deputies that the victim is mentally handicapped and does not know right from wrong.
Nettles was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
Go Baby Go! Ascend Cares To Donate Modified Ride-On Cars To Escambia Westgate
March 24, 2022
Ascend Cares will donate “Go Baby Go” mobility cars to Escambia Westgate School.
“Go Baby Go” is a program that provides modified, ride-on cars to young children with disabilities so they can move around independently. The cars were created for the school’s younger students and will create an opportunity for students to learn and increase independent skills.
Ascend Cares and nearly 30 employees modified 11 of the cars back in December. The cars will be donated this Friday morning.
The modified toy cars give children with mobility disabilities a chance to play and socialize with their peers more easily. Research has shown that independent mobility is linked to cognitive, social, motor, language and other developmental benefits in young children. Being pushed in a stroller or being carried from one place to another is fundamentally different from having active control over one’s own exploration, which is where the developmental gains are seen.
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With 1,142 Members, IMPACT 100 Will Award Over $1.1 Million To Local Nonprofits In 2022
March 24, 2022
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area, a local women’s philanthropic organization, has announced 1,142 members for 2022.
IMPACT 100 will give back $1,142,000 by awarding 11 transformative project grants of $103,820 each to nonprofit organizations serving Escambia and Santa Rosa counties on October 16, 2022. This is the ninth consecutive year that IMPACT 100 has been able to award over one million dollars in grants to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Pensacola Bay Area.
This is the 19th year IMPACT 100 will have awarded grants to local nonprofit organizations. After awarding the 2022 grants, IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area will have funded 142 grants, totaling $15,092,000.
“I am so proud of the women of IMPACT 100. Through the combined efforts of 1,142 women, IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area will be able to award grants totaling $1,142,000 to 11 nonprofit organizations in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties,” said Roz Leahy, president of IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area. “What a wonderful, giving community we live in! The spirit of philanthropy is alive and well among us as demonstrated by the 1,142 women who have chosen to be a part of IMPACT 100 in 2022.”
In October of this year, IMPACT 100 will award grants in each of five focus areas for a total of 11 transformative grants in the areas of: Arts, Culture and History; Education; Environment & Recreation; Family; and Health & Wellness. Due to the overwhelming response to the membership drive, one additional grant will be awarded in one of the five focus areas for a total of 11 transformative grants.
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area will host a free nonprofit workshop for those considering applying for a grant on Tuesday, April 19 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center. Speakers will be Dr. Irv Williams PHD, MCAP, director, Specialty Programs Lakeview Center Inc. and Emily Lalas, senior auditor of Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Free Beans And Rice Giveaway Saturday In Cantonment
March 24, 2022
St. Monica’s Episcopal Church is continuing its food ministry with a free beans and rice giveaway this Saturday
On the last Saturday of every month, St. Monica’s gives away dried beans and white rice to anyone in need from 9-11 a.m., or while supplies last. Other non-perishable food items are included when available. There is no paperwork required.
St. Monica’s is located at 699 South Highway 95A, just north of Faith Chapel Funeral Home.
Sunny Days In The Low 70s Through The Weekend
March 24, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 70. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 71. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 46. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 73. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 44. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 5 to 10 mph becoming west in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 79.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 58.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 80.
Tate Varsity Shuts Out Escambia And JV Wins 14-4; Tate Freshmen Defeat Pace 8-4
March 24, 2022
Tate 5, Escambia 0
The Tate Aggies shut out Escambia 5-0 Wednesday night.
Dalton Biggs started for Tate, going one inning, allowing one hit with no runs and striking out six. Ethan McAnally pitched for one inning, allowing one hit, no runs and striking out two.
Kirk Mosley and Jackson Penton had two hits each to lead the Aggies at the plate. Madox Land, Clif Quiggins, Drew Reaves, Bray Touchstone and Cade Kelly each had one hit.
For more photos from varsity and JV action, click here.
Tate 14, Escambia 4 (JV)
With an eight-run second inning, the JV Tate Aggies powered past the Escambia Gators 14-4 Wednesday.
Colton Swiers pitched one inning, giving up one run and one hit. Gabe Patterson tossed three, giving up one run on two hits and striking out five. Tristin Lynn spent one inning on the mound, allowing two runs on one hit and striking out one.
The Aggies were led at the plate by Cole McNair and Allan Beasley with two hits each. Josh Murph, Neal Croom, J Sadar and Ketch King each added one hit.
Tate 8, Pace 5 (Freshmen)
The Tate Freshmen Aggies defeated Pace 8-4 Wednesday afternoon.
Taite Davis earned the win for Tate, going four innings, allowing zero runs on zero hits. Posta threw one inning in relief, allowing four runs on four hits.
Brady Smith and Tyler Folmar both had a couple of hits for the Aggies. Brayden Beck and Zane Warrington added one hit each.
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