Son Facing Charges After Being Shot In The Buttocks By His Father
July 27, 2023
An Escambia County man was charged after being shot in the buttocks by his father during an argument Wednesday evening.
Robert Ryan Palmer, 33, was charged with misdemeanor battery and felony abuse of a disabled person.
Deputies arrived at the home on Peakview Drive off Guidy Lane to find Palmer face down on a laundry room floor screaming that he was bleeding out and going to die. He was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital for treatment where he was medically cleared and taken to jail.
Palmer came to the home intoxicated, belligerent and asking for money, according to an arrest report. He reportedly slapped his mother “upside the head” before trying to attack his father. The father, who has an amputated leg, attempted to defend himself before Palmer took his cane and hit the father in the face, the report continues.
In fear for his life, the father aimed his gun at Palmer’s hip and fired, the ECSO said.
Palmer remained in the Escambia County Jail Thursday without bond.
Escambia Tax Collector Renew Express Payment Hub Now Online
July 27, 2023
The Escambia County Tax Collector’s Renew Express payment hub is now online.
When registrations are renewed or a specialty license plate is purchased, the customer can choose same day pickup and use the tax collector’s Expressway Lockers for contactless pickup.
The newest service is e-title printing. Order and e-title online, and it will be waiting. Simply show an ID and sign for the printed title.
“Our staff has been working hard to create and bring these new services to our citizens,” Tax Collector Scott Lunsford said.
The express services are available at county-taxes.net/fl-escambia or click on “Payment Center” at www.escambiataxcollector.com.
Escambia Children’s Trust Holding Town Hall Meetings Next Month, Beginning In Molino
July 27, 2023
The Escambia Children’s Trust (ECT) will hold three town hall meetings next month.
The sessions will be held:
- August 8, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Molino Branch Library, 6450-A Highway 95A
- August 9, 5-7 p.m. Brownsville Community Center, 3200 West DeSoto Street
- August 10, 3-5 p.m. Tryon Branch Library, 1200 Langley Avenue
ECT said they are looking for community input as they craft a strategic plan for the future.
In November 2020, 61% of participating voters in Escambia County supported the creation of the Children’s Trust to be funded by an increase in ad valorem taxes of up to a maximum of 0.5 mil. The Children’s Trust will provide early childhood education, safety, developmental, preventative, health, and well-being services, including after school and summer enrichment programs.
Here’s What To Recycle. (And To Never Put In The Recycling Can.)
July 27, 2023
The Emerald Coast Utilities Authority has given tentative approval to a 9.5% sanitation rate increase, partially because of contamination problems with the recycling program.
The rate increase will allow residents that wish to recycle to continue, while others can use a second trash can instead at no additional cost (other than the rate increase). The idea, according to ECUA board members, is to help clean up the recycling stream. Right now, according to ECUA Executive Director Bruce Woody, about one-half of all recyclables are contaminated with trash — items that can’t be recycled in the ECUA program.
So that brings up the question: What can I recycle?
A list of what can, and what cannot, be recycled is below.
What Can I Place in My Recycling Can?
- Glass; any color
- Paper newspaper & Inserts
- Cardboard
- Boxboard (cereal, cake & cracker boxes, etc.)
- Plastic bottles
- Plastics No. 1 & 2
- Plastic Milk Jugs; 2-Liters
- Aluminum Cans & Lids
- Tin and Steel Cans & Lids
- Metal Pots, Pans & Cookie Sheets
- Pet food cans (no plastic liner)
What Can I NOT recycle in my can?
- Plastic bags
- Polystyrene products (Styrofoam)
- Pet food cans that have a plastic liner
- Pet food bags
- Ice cream cartons
- Waxy/paper milk cartons
- Aerosol cans
- Juice boxes or bags
- Garbage or yard waste
- Garden hoses
- Window blinds
- Tarps
- Bedding or linens
- Carpeting or rugs
- Construction materials
- Tin foil or foil baking pans
- Plastic chairs
- Residential Medical Waste
- Bubble Wrap
- Food Waste
- Propane Tanks
- Plastic or metal hangers
Bulk Recycling Available
Current customers can call ahead (850) 476-0480
- Car or truck batteries
- Tires (no commercial equipment tires)
- Limit of 5 tires
- 20 lb. propane tanks
- Large Appliances/White Goods
- Refrigerators
- Dishwashers
- Stoves
- Washers & Dryers
- Large amounts of cardboard (please empty and flatten all boxes)
ECUA also offers the Recycle Coach app for additional help.
Woman Sentenced For Felony Retail Theft, Possessing Device To Avoid Detection
July 27, 2023
A Flomaton woman has been sentenced in Escambia County, Florida, for theft and possessing a device to avoid detection.
Madonna Faith Barnhill was sentenced to 36 months probation for felony retail theft, petit theft with two or more prior convictions and possession of an anti-shoplifting device. She was also ordered to complete 50 hours of community service. make restitution to Walmart, and stay away from all Walmart locations.
Barnhill was accused of placing $606.46 worth of merchandise inside an empty microwave box and walking past all points of sale at the Walmart on Pensacola Boulevard. The merchandise was recovered by Walmart’s loss prevention, and the incident was captured on camera, according to an arrest report.
According to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, a Makita chainsaw in the box, a DeWalt circular saw and pressure washer in their boxes, multiple brand named purses and other miscellaneous items with Belk price tags were found in her vehicle.
Deputies also recovered an item often used to foil shoplifting detection systems.
According to an ECSO report, Barnhill has an “extensive criminal history spanning literally decades consisting of numerous thefts, fraud, false names, forgery, etc.”.
Slight Chance Of A Shower Into Tonight
July 27, 2023
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 73. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the morning.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 75. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the morning.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 74.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny and hot, with a high near 97.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 76.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny and hot, with a high near 97.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76.
Thursday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 96.
Father Shoots Son Multiple Times Near Flomaton
July 27, 2023
A man reportedly shot his son near Flomaton Wednesday afternoon after he was attacked.
The Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office and Flomaton Police Department responded to a reported shots fired incident in the 900 block of Old Highway 31 just west of Pollard about 4 p.m.
They arrived to find an adult male in the yard suffering from numerous gunshot wounds. They later learned, according to Sheriff Heath Jackson, that the man’s father had gone to an area hospital to seek treatment for a laceration to his head.
Jackson said the investigation revealed that the son had pulled a firearm on the father and struck him in the head. As the disturbance escalated, the father pulled his handgun and shot the son multiple times.
The son was airlifted to an area trauma center. An update on his condition was not available.
Jackson said the incident remains under investigation. No charges have been filed.
Jackson thanked Flomaton Police, D.W. McMillan Ambulance and other first responders for their assistance.
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Nearly $3 Million Available To Landowners For Florida’s Future Forests Program
July 27, 2023
The Florida Forest Service has announced $2.8 million is now available to landowners through the Florida’s Future Forests Program. In its third year, the program offers landowners cost-share payments to help increase the acreage of Florida’s healthy forests, which provide clean air, clean water, wildlife habitat, recreation, and thousands of essential products.
The Florida’s Future Forests Program is open to non-industrial, private landowners, local governments, and registered nonprofit organizations. To obtain an application and learn more about the Florida’s Future Forests Program, visit FDACS.gov/FutureForests.
Applicants may request funding for tree establishment practices on a minimum of 20 acres and up to a maximum of 250 acres. Since 2021, the Florida Legislature has appropriated approximately $12 million for this program. These funds have already been used to create 26,000 acres of healthy forests in Florida.
“A majority of our state’s forests are privately owned, so Florida landowners are key to maintaining and conserving our forests and natural resources for future generations,” said Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson. “This important program helps landowners offset the initial cost of site preparation, seedlings, and the planting of seedlings.”
Talton William “Rooney” Stuckey
July 27, 2023
Talton William “Rooney” Stuckey passed away at his home Monday, July 24, 2023, at the age of 76. William was born on Sunday, February 2, 1947, at his parent’s home in Byrneville, Florida, just three miles from his lifelong residence in the Byrneville Community.
He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Talton Walton Stuckey and Margret Matheny Stuckey; and two sisters, Betty Owens of Jay, Florida, and Alice Hayes of Byrneville, Florida.
William is survived by his wife of 55 years, Linda Jean German Stuckey of Canoe, Alabama; three children, Ann Stuckey of Pensacola, Florida, Greg Stuckey of Oxford, Mississippi, and Charles Stuckey of Orlando, Florida; and two grandchildren, Madison Nguyen and Emma Stuckey.
William retired from the Florida Department of Transportation after decades of service. William loved being in the garden, fishing, hunting and being around his family.
A Visitation and Memorial Service will be held at Faith Baptist Church, 5801 North Century Boulevard, Century, Florida, on Friday, July 28, 2023. Memorial will start at 4 p.m. with visitation held after from 5-6 p.m.
Damon Lane Caldwell
July 27, 2023
Damon Lane Caldwell, 22, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away Friday, July 22, 2023.
Damon was loved by all that knew him. He enjoyed staying up late with his Grammie and Grandaddy, talking and spending time together. Damon absolutely loved history and could tell you anything you wanted to know, he especially loved the history of music and war. He was fond of his pets; his dog, Biscuit and bearded dragon, Al. Damon often got a kick out of playing “I got your paws” with Biscuit and giving him too many treats. He could often be found wrestling with his little brothers and playing pranks on his Grammie. One of his favorite things was online gaming with his best friends; Pace, Trey, Dustin, Sasha, Skye, Zach A., Nathaniel, Crosby, Ricky, Zach D., Kazumi, Josh, and Tyler. Damon loved riding his motorcycle and spending time with the motorcycle club.
Damon worked for Jonathan Patti at Gulf Coast Seafood for many years. Over time Jonathan was no longer just a boss, but also a best friend. This friendship continued after Damon left the company. He was very hard-working and easily made friends wherever he went. While working at The Veranda of Pensacola, he worked side by side in the kitchen with Lito, a friend that ended up being like a brother. He had plans to attend trade school in the coming year.
He is preceded in death by great grandparents, Alfred and Jackie Kirk, and Duane Caldwell.
He is survived by grandparents, Robert and Cheryl Caldwell, and Jackie McCartney; mother, Crystal Caldwell; brothers and sisters, Abby Brazwell (Peyton), Grayson Caldwell, Hayden Caldwell, and Sabrina Pena Navarro; great grandmother, Peggy Odom; aunts and uncles, Jake Caldwell, Heather Caldwell Parker, and Stephanie Hanak (Russell); cousins, Courtney DeWall, Kyle Caldwell, Cole Caldwell, Charlotte Hanak, Rose Hanak, and Katie Hanak; “Brother from another Mother”, Pace; and best friends, Trey, Josiah, Drake, and Jonathan.
Visitation will be held Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m until service time at 11 .m. at Trahan Family Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 29 at Trahan Family Funeral Home. The Caldwell family asks everyone to wear a t-shirt and jeans.