Beulah Middle To Hold Information Night Monday For Incoming Sixth Graders
May 15, 2022
Beulah Middle School will hold a Sixth Grade Information Night on Monday, May 16..
Parents and incoming students will be able to learn basic information about middle school and what is offered at Beulah Middle.
The event will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Beulah Middle cafeteria.
McCambley Leads Blue Wahoos To Fifth Win In A Row
May 15, 2022
Zach McCambley struck out eight batters over 6.0 scoreless innings as the first-place Pensacola Blue Wahoos defeated the Rocket City Trash Pandas 2-1 Saturday night.
McCambley (W, 2-2) completed 6.0 innings for the second start in a row, and has now allowed only one run on six hits over 12.0 innings in the month of May.
Rocket City starter Ky Bush (L, 2-1) matched McCambley zero for zero until the bottom of the sixth, when Thomas Jones led things off with a double and took third on a Victor Victor Mesa bunt. Jones scored on a Troy Johnston sacrifice fly, and Mesa scored from second on Griffin Conine’s two-out infield single to put the Blue Wahoos ahead 2-0.
Jefry Yan pitched a scoreless seventh, and Anthony Maldonado (S, 1) worked around back-to-back two-out doubles from Braxton Martinez and Preston Palmeiro in the ninth to earn his first save.
The Blue Wahoos have now won five in a row, and on Sunday will aim for their first six-game winning streak since May of 2021. They have not swept a series since taking five straight from Mobile in July of 2019, and have never swept a six-game series in team history.
The Blue Wahoos wrap up their homestand against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Sunday.
by Erik Bremer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos
William “Fred” Peacock
May 15, 2022
William “Fred” Peacock, known by many as Gator, age 83, born April 4, 1939 in Brewton, AL passed away Wednesday, May 11th, 2022 at his home in Pace, FL.
The early years Fred was known for his large logging & pulpwood operation, his Gulf gas station and his love for building racecars. Later he traveled the globe and worked as a Pipefitter/Millwright and was loved by all. In his retirement years, he helped anyone he knew, anyone in need and loved watching his old Westerns and Mayberry.
He is preceded in death by his parents William “Hill” and Florence Peacock of Brewton, AL and 5 of his 11 siblings, Ethel Nowak, Lucy Pebbles, Clayton (Kathy) Peacock, and Barbara Jean Graham.
Fred had a large family and is survived by wife, Lorraine (Kittrell) Peacock, his five children Collette, Marlene, Teddy, Angie (JR) Price-Williams, Misty (Ken) Irwin, and stepdaughters, Cindy Weaver, and Debbie Holliman. Fred has 12 grandkids, Niccole Lassiter, Chris (Trishia) Driscoll, Jolene Wolfe, Jeannie Hansen, Justin Holliday, Shawna Carnley, Brianna Blackwell, Tiffany Rose, Ceciley Martiniere, Timothy Irwin, Laney Irwin, Raelyn Irwin, and his 15 great-grandkids. His wife Lorraine had her kids and Fred loved every one of them along with all the grands and great-grands. Fred is also survived by his siblings, Maxine Sutton, Peggy Rotella, Ann Manning, James Peacock, Rachael O’Connor, and Lewis Peacock.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Faith Chapel Funeral North at 1000 Hwy. 29 in Cantonment. The family will receive friends from 11:30 to 1:00 and Service begins at 1:00 p.m. The Pallbearers will be: Teddy Peacock, Christopher Driscoll, Clay Peacock, Timothy Burrell, Weston Weaver, Eddie Coker, Gabe Jackson, Devon Driscoll with Honorary Pallbearers being Carroll Clark, Bobby Land and Doug Patterson. In lieu of flowers contributions to Farm Hill Baptist or the charity of choice to honor Fred.
International Paper Employees Target Period Poverty With Feminine Care Kit Donations
May 14, 2022
“Period poverty” is a term used to describe the struggle that many women and girls face because they lack access to adequate menstrual health management supplies and education, and it can have serious consequences. It’s an issue that leads to a number of problems like school truancy, reproductive issues, health risks and unnecessary shame.
Employee volunteers at the International Paper Pensacola Mill assembled more than 500 feminine care kits to fight period poverty. The local event benefited the Health and Hope Clinic and Pace Center for Girls.
“Volunteering to fill these care kits and learning about period poverty was a very fulfilling experience, and it helped broaden my perception of the community need that exists,” said Lee Anne Adams, IP Pensacola quality manager. “There is so much we can do as individuals and as a community united, and it is incumbent upon us to look for those instances and do all that we can to help those that are in need.”
IP employees provided hand written words of inspiration with each care package.
“We are so grateful for this opportunity to partner with International Paper and make an impact together for the underserved community,” said Sally Bergosh, Health and Hope Clinic executive director. “We are so much better united in finding opportunities to help better serve. Our patients will be forever grateful for these care gifts.”
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Cantonment Rotary Honors North Escambia Teachers Of The Year
May 14, 2022
The Cantonment Rotary Club honored Teachers of the Year from area schools at a luncheon this week.
Each Teacher of the Year from schools north of Nine Mile Road was honored. They are:
- Bratt Elementary — Mary Rackard
- Ernest Ward Middle — Katie Roley
- Escambia Westgate — Melissa Caldwell
- Jim Allen Elementary — Amanda Robar
- Kingsfield Elementary School — Jessica Phelps
- R. C. Lipscomb Elementary — Dustin Brenton
- McArthur Elementary — Lindsey Jeremiah
- Molino Park Elementary — Jessica Varner
- Northview High — Jeffrey Simpkins
- Pine Meadow Elementary — Tina Schlauder
- Ransom Middle — Angela Avery
- Tate High — Karl King
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Florida Motorcyclist Dies From Injuries Received In April Crash In Escambia, Alabama
May 14, 2022
A Milton man has passed away from injuries he received in an April motorcycle crash in Escambia County, Alabama.
Alabama State Troopers said 52-year old Stephen K. Lodge of Milton was critically injured about 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 23 when the 2020 Harley-Davidson motorcycle he was operating left the roadway and overturned on Cowpen Creek Road near Canoe.
Lodge was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries on May 4, state troopers said on Friday.
Showers And Thunderstorms Possible Saturday Night
May 14, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 91. Light west wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 92. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 68. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 93.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 69.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 91.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 70.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 92.
Northview Chiefs Fall In Regional Final To Holmes County
May 14, 2022
The Northview Chiefs lost their 1A regional final game 6-3 to Holmes County Friday night in Bonifay.
Kaden Odom was on the hill for Northview, giving up six hits and four runs while striking out three in three and third innings. Josh Landis threw two and two-thirds innings allowing two hits, two runs and striking out two.
Jamarkus Jefferson and Luke Bridges both had two hits to lead the Chiefs at the plate. Odom, Landis and Wyatt Scruggs added one hit each.
The Northview Chiefs ended their season at 17-7.
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FWC Law Enforcement Report: Boating, Fishing Violations
May 14, 2022
The Florida FWC Division of Law Enforcement reported the following recent activity:
ESCAMBIA COUNTY
Officer Allgood was conducting resource inspections at Navy Point boat ramp. He observed a vessel return from fishing and conducted an inspection. Officer Allgood noticed a large red drum in the cooler of the vessel. He measured the fish, and it was oversized. He issued a resource citation to the individual and seized the fish.
Officer Long conducted a resource inspection on a charter vessel as it returned to shore. He found the operator of the vessel in possession of an undersized trigger fish. Officer Long issued a citation for the violation.
Officers Jeter and Cushing were on patrol in Bayou Chico. Officer Jeter conducted several marine fisheries inspections in the area. When Officer Jeter contacted the operator of one of the vessels returning to the ramp, he immediately indicated that he had an illegal greater amberjack on board. The subject also had several boating safety and registration violations. Officer Jeter issued a resource citation for the closed season greater amberjack as well as a registration infraction and several other warnings.
Officer Cushing conducted a resource inspection of a charter vessel that had just returned from a trip. As Officer Cushing greeted the captain, he was stepping off the vessel with a basket of vermilion snapper. Officer Cushing asked if there was any other fish on board and he said no. Officer Cushing found three more vermilion snapper in the ice box tucked in the corner. Two of three were undersized. A citation was issued for the violation.
SANTA ROSA COUNTY
Officer Roberson was patrolling a boat ramp on Escambia River when he observed the recreation area had a catfish on the picnic table as well as empty beer cans and a fire. Shortly after, Officer Roberson observed a vessel pulling up to the boat ramp with four occupants. Officer Roberson contacted the individuals and asked about the catfish on the table. They admitted to catching the catfish. They stated they were bush hooking on the Escambia River and when asked what kind of bait they were using they admitted to using bream on the bush hooks. The vessel operator agreed to take Officer Roberson down the river where their bush hooks were located. Officer Roberson inspected their bush hooks and observed live bream being used as bait and the bush hooks were not displaying a name or address. Officer Roberson cited two of the individuals for using bream on bush hooks for bait.
Officer Lewis concluded an investigation on a vehicle that was dumped in Blackwater River State Forest and used as target practice in a clay pit. Officer Lewis was able to track down the responsible party for the vehicle and charged him for violation of the Florida Litter Law. The responsible party removed the vehicle from the forest. Officer Roberson assisted with the investigation.
Officer Lewis noticed a large amount of recreational activity in the Blackwater River State Forest primitive areas and directed his patrols to these areas. Officer Lewis subsequently issued five citations, and 18 warnings for various violations.
Wahoos Win Fourth Straight, Move Into First Place
May 14, 2022
Eury Pérez struck out nine more batters over 5.1 brilliant innings, Thomas Jones hit a late go-ahead home run, and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos took sole possession of first place on Friday night with a 4-2 win over the Rocket City Trash Pandas.
The Blue Wahoos are 16-15, above the .500 mark for the first time this season, and have earned their first series victory with their longest winning streak of the year.
Pérez and Rocket City starter Sam Bachman locked horns, with both top pitching prospects showing off their dominant stuff. Bachman allowed only a walk over 4.0 hitless innings, and Rocket City managed only a fourth-inning single through the first five frames against Pérez.
In the top of the sixth, a leadoff walk from Bryce Teodosio was followed by a one-out RBI double from Jose Gomez to give Rocket City the game’s first run. Pérez departed, and Orlando Martinez laced an RBI single against Andrew Nardi (W, 2-2) to put the Trash Pandas ahead 2-0.
The Blue Wahoos answered back in the bottom of the sixth, as Jones was hit by a pitch and Victor Victor Mesa beat out an infield single for Pensacola’s first hit of the night. Troy Johnston and Jerar Encarnacion then hit back-to-back RBI singles to tie the game 2-2.
In the seventh, Bubba Hollins found his way aboard before a two-out, two-run homer from Jones against Eric Torres (L, 0-1) gave the Blue Wahoos a 4-2 lead. Josh Simpson and Eli Villalobos (S, 3) pitched the final two innings to seal Pensacola’s fourth win in a row.
The Blue Wahoos continue their series against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Saturday.
by Erik Bremer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos