Partly Sunny, Near 80 Today
April 16, 2024
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. Light southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. South wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 83.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 73.
FHP Says Charges Are Pending After Fatal Highway 29 Construction Zone Crash
April 16, 2024
The Florida Highway Patrol says charges are pending in a fatal crash involving a motorcycle last week in Molino.
The crash happened on Highway 29 near the Highway 97 intersection at about 10:50 p.m. on April 11.
A 21-year of Molino man was traveling north on Highway 29 on a yellow Honda motorcycle along with a person now identified as a 20-year-old Pensacola woman.
A 43-year-old Century man was also traveling north on Highway 29 approaching the construction area in a gray pickup truck towing a utility trailer.
FHP said, “the front of the Toyota pickup struck the rear of the Honda motorcycle”.
The man and woman were thrown from the motorcycle and landed on the roadway. The pickup truck came to a stop on the shoulder of the road.
The woman was pronounced deceased on the scene, and the man was airlifted to an area hospital by MedStar Air Care helicopter. The driver of the pickup truck was not injured.
Monday, FHP said charges are pending the conclusion of their investigation. Names were not released.
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Beulah Middle FFA Team Named 2024 Florida FFA Aquaculture State Champions
April 16, 2024
The Beulah Middle School FFA team was named the 2024 Florida FFA Aquaculture state champions last weekend at the University of Florida/IFAS Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory in Ruskin, Florida. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Gilman Throws Northview Softball Shut Out Of Baker; Northview Baseball Beats Neal
April 16, 2024
SOFTBALL
Northview 12, Baker 0
The Northview Lady Chiefs shut out Baker 12-0 Monday night in Baker.
In a game that ended at five innings under the mercy rule, Jamison Gilman earned the win for Northview, giving up no hits and no runs while striking out six and walking two.
K Langham went 2-2 with one RBI for the Lady Chiefs while Avery Stuckey was 1-4 with three RBIs. Gilman was 2-3 with an RBI, and Chloe Ragsdale went 2-4.
Next, Northview will host Jay at 6 p.m. Thursday and Crestview on Friday.
BASEBALL
Northview 8, W.S. Neal 1
The Northview Chiefs beat W.S. Neal 9-1 Monday night in East Brewton.
Jackson Bridges earned the win for the Northview Chiefs, giving up one hit and one run in four innings, walking one and striking out two. Jase Portwood threw three innings with no runs in relief. Portwood surrendered one hit, striking out six and walking two.
Brady Smith went 2-4 at the plate for the Chiefs with three RBIs. Grayden Sheffield was 2-4 with one RBI, and Wyatt Scruggs was 3-4 with an RBI. Jayden White, Portwood and Bridges also added hits.
Northview will travel to L.E.A.D. Academy in Pace at 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Molino 8U Softball Sweeps Both Brackets At GCGSA Mid-Season Tournament
April 16, 2024
Two Molino 8U softball teams swept both brackets at the GCGSA Mid-Season Tournament championship in Pace.
Coach Weaver and his 8U Molino Marlins went undefeated to win their bracket, while Coach Cutler and his 8U Sassy Sluggers went undefeated to win their bracket this past weekend.
Pictured top: Tournament champions Molino 8U Sassy Sluggers (above) and the 8U Molino Marlins (below). Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Edward Glen Webb
April 16, 2024
Leaving an irreplaceable void in our family, we are devastated and heartbroken to announce that our Patriarch, Mr. Edward Glen Webb, known affectionately as “Grandaddy,” passed away on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 at West Florida Hospital in Pensacola. Edward was born on September 4th, 1934 in Greenville, Alabama to the late Thomas Wesley Webb & Eva Lucille Black Webb. Edward and the love of his life, his wife, Minnie Hartley Webb resided in Molino, Florida, where he was a cherished member of the community. Edward’s life was one marked by his dedication to his faith and the Lord, to his family, and the warmth of his engaging personality.
Edward is preceded in death by his parents, the late Thomas Wesley Webb & Eva Lucille Black Webb, two brothers–Jackson Webb & Russell Webb, and one sister–Dorothy Webb Manning. He is also preceded in death by his oldest daughter, Deborah Webb Weaver, and her husband, his son-in-law, Jimmy Weaver.
Edward was a loving and devoted husband to his wife, Minnie Hartley Webb, for just a few months shy of 70 years. Edward and Minnie built a life rich in love, faith, and family. The love Edward had for Minnie was extraordinary, and the kind of love that we all should strive to have.
Together they raised three children and helped in raising all of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Edward’s faith and unconditional love for his family were cornerstones in his life.
Edward leaves behind a legacy and love for his family, including his loving wife, Minnie Hartley Webb, his children, and their spouses–David & Judy Webb and Donna & Tony Garrison. He also leaves behind six grandchildren and their spouses—Wesley & Tiffany McAnally, Ashley & Michael Rhodes, Patricia & Bobby Dix, Josh & Amie Webb, Patrick & Shay Garrison, and Jacob & Caitlyn Garrison. Edward also leaves behind a host of great-grandchildren that he loved to spoil and brag about to everyone. His great-grandchildren are: Ethan McAnally, Delaney McAnally, Brystal Rhodes, Brodie Rhodes, Bradley Rhodes, Brian Rhodes, Brennan Dix, Ian Dix, Kiley Webb, Levi Webb, Mia Garrison, Kayson Garrison, Natalyia Harris, Reese Garrison, and Reagan Garrison. Edward also leaves behind one brother and his wife, Thomas & Mabel Webb, as well as a multitude of other extended family members and friends.
Shortly after Edward graduated from high school, he worked at Little’s Manufacturing as a Sewing Machine Mechanic for almost 6 years, laying the groundwork for his career. In 1957, Edward and Minnie moved to Escambia County Florida from Greenville, Alabama, where he was later employed for 34 years at Chemstrand/Monsanto in Gonzalez, Florida as a Chemical Operator. After his retirement from Chemstrand/Monsanto, he worked part-time at the Pensacola Riding Center in Molino, Florida, where he helped to build most of the barns and facilities that remain there today.
Edward was a long-time member of Highland Baptist Church in Molino, Florida. Edward’s faith and devotion to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was a foundation of his life that was a testament that he passed on to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Edward was passionate about sharing his love for the outdoors with his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed spending vacations taking his children and grandchildren camping and sightseeing across the Southeast. He was instrumental in teaching his children and grandchildren to appreciate fishing, by taking them to the pond behind his house, and to take them hunting across Florida and Alabama. Edward was also a master gardener, who loved to plant his garden and harvest it to share with his family and friends.
A service to honor Edward’s life will be held on Wednesday, April 17th at Highland Baptist Church (6240 County Hwy 95A, Molino, Florida), with Faith Chapel North, overseeing the services. Family visitation and viewing will begin at 10:30 AM; Open visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM; and the Celebration of Life service will follow, beginning at 12:00 PM. Family and friends are invited to attend and share memories and celebrate Edward’s life. Burial will be at Highland Baptist Church Cemetery, immediately following the Celebration of Life Services. Speakers at the service will include his long-time family friend, Bro. Larry Gaston, Pastor of Hopewell Baptist Church in Georgiana, Alabama and Highland’s Pastor, Josh Helton.
Pallbearers will be: Wesley McAnally, Josh Webb, Patrick Garrison, Jacob Garrison, Tony Lathan, and Taylor Crabtree.
Honorary Pallbearers will be his great-grandsons: Ethan McAnally, Brodie Rhodes, Brennan Dix, Ian Dix, Levi Webb, as well as his nephews: Rusty Webb, Timmy Webb, Johnny Webb, and Tommy Webb.
Edward Glen Webb will be remembered as a devoted Christian, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a loyal friend. His stories, wisdom, and warmth of his company will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know and love him.
“Patricia “Pat” Taylor Frymire
April 16, 2024
, age 75, of Atmore, AL passed away on April 15, 2024. Patricia was born May 22, 1948 to Douglas McBride and Lula Davis, of Atmore.
Patricia was a devoted follower of Jesus and spent her life striving to live in His image, even when she was met with life’s trials and hardships. She was a caregiver to many children throughout her life and often reminisced that she loved all the children she cared for as her own. Patricia was especially proud to earn her child care certification with honors from Reid State later in her life. But she was most proud to be grandmother to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was nurturing, loving, and generous beyond measure to those she loved.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents; her former husband, Albert Austin Taylor, a resident of Atmore, AL and decorated Army veteran of the Vietnam War; her son, Glen Shannon Taylor, of Atmore, AL; her grandson, Zachary Stockin; her sisters, Carolyn Mock and Bobbie Taylor, both of Atmore, and brother, Gerald McBride, of Atmore.
She is survived by her husband, Feldman Frymire; one daughter, Lisa Taylor, of Long Beach, CA; six grandchildren, Anthony (Patsy) Taylor of Pensacola, FL, Kristin (Matt) McKay of Crestline, CA, Lachlan Taylor, of Jacksonville, FL, Courtney Stockin of Redondo Beach, CA, Nolan Taylor, of Indianapolis, IN, and Kelsey Taylor, of Brewton, AL; and 11 great-grandchildren.
A private gathering for family will be held at Johnson-Quimby Funeral on Friday, April 19th from 10:00-11:00am, followed by a funeral procession to McCullough Cemetery for graveside services at 11:30am to be officiated by Minister Rhett Ellis. All friends and visitors are welcomed to either join the procession from the Funeral Home or meet directly at McCullough Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to this Pat Taylor Memorial Fund, which can be made at RB.GY/ONDKMB to help assist with her final expenses.”
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Granville Eugene Jones
April 16, 2024
Granville Eugene Jones, aged 92, passed from this world on April 10, 2024. Granville was born May 13, 1931, in Marshall County Alabama, near the town of Grant (hence the name “Granville”). He was a resident of Barrineau Park Florida for the last 60+ years of his life where he raised his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Gilbert Jones and Etell Mae Whitaker Jones, wife, Arvenia Bell Jones, brothers, Clayton Jones and Levon Jones, and grandson, Brandon McArthur.
He enlisted in the Army in 1948 to serve his country in Japan and the Philippines and although he never saw combat, he did serve during the Korean war, discharging in 1952. He retired from Monsanto in 1987 and enjoyed many years of retirement. He was an avid bass fisherman and a woodworker. When asked if he would be bored in retirement, he replied, “as long as there is a river to fish in and a piece of wood to cut, I’ll be fine” and he was. He realized his dream when he purchased land on Tensaw Lake at Upper Bryant Landing and built a river house. Both he and Arvenia enjoyed the “Jones River Shack” for many years until her health conditions kept them more home bound.
Granville, “Granddaddy”, is survived by his children, Trish Scull, Barrineau Park; Tammie (Gary) Criswell, Barrineau Park; Devan McArthur (Talli), Fort Walton Beach; Starley McArthur, Pensacola; 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, sister Bobbie Andujar, Crestview; Linda Smith (Ray), Leicester, North Carolina; Johnny Jones (Loretta), Crestview, and Larry Jones, Crestview. Also, his faithful companion Lily.
Our family would like to thank Covenent Hospice (Vitas) for the care they provided for our father during his final days. Shannon, Amanda, Jim, Rhonda, Brian, Virginia, Jay, and Gloria.
Update: Teen Arrested For Fatal Cottage Hill Shooting Of 16-Year-Old
April 15, 2024
Monday afternoon, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 19-year-old wanted in the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old late Friday night in Cottage Hill
The incident happened about 11:30 p.m. at a home in the 600 block of Wishbone Road about.
Deputies arrived to find a 16-year-old suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased on scene.
“The investigation determined that during a large gathering at the residence, Ethan O’Brien (pictured) was showing off his firearm at which time it accidentally discharged hitting the 16-year-old. O’Brien fled the scene before deputies arrived,” The ECSO said Saturday morning.
O’Brien, age 19 of Cantonment, will be charged with manslaughter through negligence.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on (850) 433-STOP or the ECSO at (850) 436-9620.
Pictured top: The scene on Wishbone Road in Cottage Hill late Friday night after a teen was shot and killed. Pictured below: Crime scene still surrounded the home Saturday morning. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Cantonment Man Arrested On Cocaine, Fentanyl Charges After Traffic Stop
April 15, 2024
A traffic stop led to the arrest of a Cantonment man on felony cocaine and fentanyl charges.
Kevin Jacob Moore, 35, was booked into the Escambia County Jail on charges of possession of cocaine, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription (fentanyl), and possession of drug paraphernalia.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office stopped a Nissan Altima for a seatbelt violation at I-10 and Pensacola Boulevard.
Moore was one of three passengers in the vehicle. He was sitting on a plastic container that contained a white substance that field tested positive for cocaine, a smoking glass pipe, and a plastic straw, according to an arrest report. A metal smoking pipe was located next to the plastic container.
He told deputies that the substance was fake fentanyl that does not have the same effect as the real drug, but he was unaware of what it was called, the report continues. Deputies said he claimed ownership of the metal smoking pipe, but not the glass pipe.
The driver of the vehicle was issued citations for driving while a valid driver’s license and a seatbelt violation.