Sherry Caraway
April 2, 2023
Sherry Caraway, age 54, of Atmore, AL passed away on April 2, 2023. She was born on April 3, 1968 in Flomaton, AL to Sam and Bonita White. She was employed with Fairfield Inn and Suites. She is preceded in death by her mother, Bonita White; her son, Chris Caraway; her sister, Sharon Freeman and her granddaughter, Jesslyn Caraway.
She is survived by her husband, William Caraway; her son, Jessie (Emily) Caraway; her six grandchildren: Hunter Caraway, Alana Caraway, Marlin Caraway, Kenzly Caraway, Jaxtin Caraway, and Jagger Caraway; her father, Sam (Christine) White; her two brothers, Shannon Dale White and Dewayne (Barbara) White; her mother and father-in- law, Janie and Pete Caraway along with numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Willis Robert ‘Robbie’ Whatley, Jr.
April 2, 2023
Willis Robert “Robbie” Whatley, Jr., age 77, passed away on March 27, 2023 peacefully at his home. He was a longtime resident of Atmore. He was born and raised in McCullough, Alabama until joining the United States Army. He was an avid fisherman and he had a love of history and books.
Robbie was preceded in death by his parents, Willis Robert Sr. and Dora Lucile Johnson Whatley; one son, Michael Whatley; his grandson, Joseph Michael Whatley; his great grandson, Harrison Samuel; two sisters; the mother of his children, Lanita Wells; the mother of his step children, Karen Whatley, and Libby Whatley.
Robbie is survived by his children: Melissa Whatley, Robert (Barbara) Whatley, Walter Whatley, Crystal (Mike) Judd, Tasha (Zane) Gray and Sheree (BJ) Donaldson. He also leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews. This list would not be complete without mentioning his best friend and caregiver, Brenda Breceda. The family will be forever grateful for all she did for him.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending contributions to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or the Atmore Animal Shelter.
A memorial service with Military Honors will be held on April 6, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
ECSO Locates Missing, Endangered Woman
April 1, 2023
UPDATE: Carla King has been safely located.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a missing and endangered woman missing since Friday.
Carla Marie King, 52, was last seen driving a blue 2015 Hyundai hatchback with Florida tag 1975QW. She was possibly wearing a t-shirt and shorts.
Anyone with information is asked to call the ECSO as (850) 436-9620.
Jury Convicts Century Felon Of Cocaine Trafficking, Weapons Offenses
April 1, 2023
A Century felon was convicted this week on drugs and weapons charges.
Kendrick Jamar Washington was found guilty by an Escambia County jury of trafficking in cocaine, carrying an unlicensed concealed firearm and carrying a concealed firearm while trafficking in cocaine. He will be sentenced in late May.
On June 24, 2022, Washington allegedly pointed “an assault rifle” at his sister and threatened to kill her, according to an arrest report. She headed to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Century Precinct to file a report.
During the investigation, deputies were alerted of an armed disturbance on Ashford Alley off Jefferson Avenue and detained Washington. A .38 Special revolver and a Del-Ton rifle were recovered from Washington, along with a .223 round in the chamber, 13 rounds in the magazine of the rifle and five rounds in his pocket, according to an arrest report.
Deputies also found a plastic bag with 91.7 grams of powdered cocaine, 18.9 grams of crack cocaine and 1.6 grams of marijuana, according to court documents. A total of $4,642 in currency was found on Washington’s person, deputies said.
Charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and possession of marijuana against Washington were dropped.
Strike Out Cancer Game Raises Nearly $28,000 As Tate Hosts West Florida (With Gallery)
April 1, 2023
The Tate High School Strike Out Cancer game raised nearly $28,000 Friday night with funds raised by both Tate and West Florida high schools, and other including the umpire’s association.
During the game, the Lady Jaguars defeated the Lady Aggies 6-1.
For a photo gallery, click here. (Strike Out Cancer photos are first, followed by game action.)
Sydney Scapin earned the win for West Florida, going for a complete game allowing one run one four hits and striking out 15. Scapin also led the Jags at the plate, going 3-3.
Jordan Smith allowed six hits and two runs over four innings while striking out three for Tate. Peyton Womack was in the circle for three innings, allowing five hits, four runs and striking out one. Lacy Wilson was tops at the plate for the Aggies, going 2-3. Kara Wine and Kylea Gibbs also had hits for Tate.
NorthEscambia.com photos by William Reynolds, click to enlarge.
Partly Cloudy Tonight, Low In The Middle 50s; Partly Sunny Sunday
April 1, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north after midnight.
Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph.
Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69.
Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 79.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82.
No. 1 Pace Defeats The Tate Aggies 5-2 (With Gallery)
April 1, 2023
The Pace Patriots, ranked No. 1 in the state, defeated the Tate Aggies 5-2
Pace pushed their lead to 5-0 with a three run homer from Owen Land in the
With the bases loaded with Aggies in the bottom of the seventh, Ethan McAnally had a double, scoring Frank Randall and Brayden Touchstone.
With bases loaded again in the bottom of the seventh, Caden Kelly was called out on strikes (pictured first below) on a below the knees ball.
Rilee Lowery went for three on the mound for Tate, allowing two runs, two hits and striking out three. Gabriel Patterson was on the mound for four, allowing three hits, three runs and striking out three.
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The Tate Aggie will host Navarre on Tuesday.
NorthEscambia.com photos by William Reynolds, click to enlarge.
Santa Rosa County Soldier Among Nine Killed In Army Helicopter Crash
April 1, 2023
One of the nine 101st Airborne Division Soldiers killed in a helicopter crash near Fort Campbell, Kentucky on Wednesday is from Santa Rosa County.
Warrant Officer 1 Jeffery Barnes, 33, of Milton was among the casualties.
“This is a time of great sadness for the 101st Airborne Division. The loss of these Soldiers will reverberate through our formations for years to come,” said Maj. Gen. JP McGee, commanding general of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell. “Now is the time for grieving and healing. The whole division and this community stand behind the families and friends of our fallen Soldiers.”
An Army aviation safety team from Fort Rucker, Ala. is investigating the accident.
Northview Takes Double Header Over J.U. Blacksher (With Gallery)
April 1, 2023
The Northview Chiefs took both games of a double header over J.U. Blacksher Friday in Bratt.
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Northview 4, J.U. Blacksher 0
In the first game of the twin bill, Carson Burkett pitched a complete game shutout as Northview beat Blacksher 4-0.
Burkett had seven strikeouts and walked just one.
Kaden Burkett led the Chiefs going 2-3 at bat. Luke Bridges, Rustin Pope, Jamarkus Jefferson, Josh Landis and Ethan Collier all had a hit for Northview.
Northview 7, J.U. Blacksher 3
In the nightcap, Northview defeated Blacksher 7-3.
Jarmarkus Jefferson went five and a third innings, allowing three hits and three runs while striking out seven. Grayden Sheffield threw one and two thirds innings, allowing no hits and no runs while striking out three.
At the plate, Northview had hits from Jefferson, Kaden Odom, Luke Bridges, Rustin Pope, Josh Landis and Tyler Shaw.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
