Jonathan David Cotton
February 17, 2021
Our beloved son, husband, father, nephew and cousin, Jonathan David Cotton was unexpectedly called home on Saturday, February 6, 2021.
Jonathan was born in Atmore, AL, to John David Cotton Jr. and Kathryn Gail Cotton on March 24, 1985. He worked for Williamson Electrical and loved his job and work family. In his spare time, he loved riding four wheelers, working on projects with his dad and watching his girls play sports.
Jonathan is preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Hazel Crutchfield, John and Joyce Cotton, Step-Daughter, Daizee Angus, Aunt and Uncle, Diane and Lamar Smith.
He is survived by his wife Karmen Cotton of Flomaton, AL; daughter Kayley Marie Cotton of Flomaton, AL; stepdaughter, Zoey Angus of Flomaton, AL; his parents, John and Gail Cotton of Flomaton, AL; aunts Jennifer (Walt) Woodfin, Julie (Chad) Miller and Faye Bradley Coover; cousins, Steve Bradley, Cindy Baggett, Chris Smith, Allison Woodfin, Stewart Woodfin, Raeleigh Woodfin, Ansley Claire Miller and John Edward Miller.
Visitation was held at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL, on Thursday, February 11. A celebration of life was held Friday, February 12 at at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home with Brother Ted Bridges officiating. Burial followed in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Steve Foley, Jeremy Wise, Stephen Manning, Chris Smith, John Edward Miller and Stewart Woodfin.
The family greatly appreciates the overwhelming support and generosity they have received from so many in the community over the past few days and ask for your continued prayers. Due to Covid-19, the family asks that you practice social distancing and face masks are recommended.
Jillian Michelle Caraway
February 17, 2021
Jillian Michelle Caraway, age 38, passed away on February 9, 2021. She was born on June 23, 1982 in Brewton, AL to the Eugene and Kim Weaver Caraway.
She is preceded in death by her father, Eugene Caraway.
She is survived by her mother, Kim (Billy) Walker of McCullough, AL; her children, James Morris of McCullough, AL, Mia Morris, Brandy Morris and Colton Morris all from Bay Minette, AL; her brother, Justin (Magen) Caraway of McCullough, AL, her sister, Kimberly (James) Dyal of Bay Minette, AL, her grandfather, James Caraway and her niece, Hadley Caraway.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the James Morris Special Fund at First National Bank and Trust of Atmore, AL.
Update: Becks Lake Road Crossing Now Open After Emergency Repair To Broken Rail
February 16, 2021
Update: Becks Lake Road has reopened after an emergency repair at a CSX crossing.
CSX reported the broken rail and closure early Tuesday morning on Becks Lake Road just east of Highway 29 in Cantonment.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
From Schools To Government Offices And Trash Service, Here’s What Is Closed Or Delayed Due To Weather
February 16, 2021
Here is a list of what closed for Tuesday in the North Escambia area due to winter weather. Each is scheduled to reopen on Wednesday unless otherwise indicated.
SCHOOLS
- Escambia County (FL) Schools, including indoor and outdoor athletics.
- Santa Rosa County SchoolS, including indoor and outdoor athletics.
- Escambia County (AL) Schools, including all after school events.
- University of West Florida, including online courses. All assignments, exams, virtual and in-person courses are suspended during this time. Reopening 5 a.m. Wednesday.
- Pensacola State College until 1 p.m. Tuesday
- Pensacola Christian Academy
- Escambia Academy (AL)
- Atmore Christian School (students dressing up for the 100th day of school should do so on Wednesday)
SANITATION
Due to the closure of the Perdido Landfill, ECUA sanitation collections this week will be delayed by one day. Tuesday collections will be made on Wednesday and the remaining collections for the week will follow in the same manner until all collections are completed on Saturday.
GOVERNMENT OFFICES
Escambia County
- Escambia County Board of County Commissioners - All departments, including:
- West Florida Public Libraries (All locations)
- The Escambia County Animal Shelter
- Waste Services Administrative Offices
- Escambia County Tax Collector
- Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office
- Escambia County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller – Finance Offices
- Escambia County Area Transit administrative offices
- Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) will suspend all bus and UWF Trolley service from Tuesday, Feb.16 until noon due to cold weather conditions on the road. Escambia County Community Transportation (ECCT) will also suspend paratransit service on Tuesday, Feb. 16, until noon.
- If weather and road conditions are deemed safe, ECAT will tentatively start bus service at noon on Tuesday, Feb. 16
- If the severe weather and road conditions are still deemed unsafe, ECAT and ECCT will continue suspended bus and trolley service for the remainder of Tuesday, Feb. 16. ECAT will notify the public as soon as possible when the decision is made to continue or cancel service for Wednesday, Feb. 17.
Town of Century
- All Town of Century offices will reopen on Wednesday.
City of Pensacola
- All City of Pensacola offices are closed until 1 p.m. Tuesday.
COVID-19 TESTING
- Ascension Sacred Heart testing locations will reopen on Wednesday.
- Community Health Northwest Florida testing locations will reopen on Wednesday, including Cantonment.
Freezing Temperatures Again Tuesday Night; Rain Returns Wednesday
February 16, 2021
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 26. Wind chill values between 20 and 25. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 52. Wind chill values between 20 and 30 early. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 44. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Thursday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before noon, then showers likely. High near 57. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 47. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 26. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 54. North wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 34.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 60.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49.
Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 64.
Escambia County Worked To Sand Bridges, FDOT Prepped For Ice Potential
February 16, 2021
When the threat of black ice became apparent, Escambia Public Works and the Florida Department of Transportation went to work.
County crews fanned out across North Escambia to sand bridges, according to Public Works Director Wes Moreno. Sands improves traction in the event of ice on a bridge.
The Florida Department of Transportation into winter weather operations mode at 9 p.m. in Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties. FDOT was poised to deploy various tankers, bridge deck sprayers and other equipment to apply anti-icing products on bridges and overpasses to prevent ice from bonding to the pavement surface. The anti-icing products allow any potential ice layer to melt more quickly and reduces the amount of time required to restore roads to a clear, dry state.
Pictured: Escambia County work crews sand bridges late Monday afternoon. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Part Of West Roberts Road Closed Beginning Tuesday
February 16, 2021
Part of West Roberts Road will be closed this week.
West Roberts Road between Northview Place and Fiddlers Circle is scheduled to be closed and detoured beginning Tuesday, February 16 at 7 a.m.
Traffic will be rerouted to Pine Forest Road to West Kingsfield Road and returned to West Roberts Road via Ryale Road. Additionally, Crocketts Street will be closed at the West Roberts Road intersection.
A contractor will be working onsite installing storm sewer pipe and junction boxes for a new drainage system. The detour will remain in effect for approximately three days.
Regular Food Distribution Tuesday At Carver Park In Cantonment
February 16, 2021
The Cantonment Improvement Committee will hold a food distribution on Tuesday, February 16 at Carver Park, 208 Webb Street. The event has not been canceled due to weather.
The food distribution will begin at 3:30 p.m. and continue while supplies last for anyone in need of food. Line up on Webb Street facing north; food will be loaded into vehicles. This is a normal Tuesday distribution, not one of the larger 10,000 pound giveaways, according to organizers.
Pictured: A previous 10,000 pound food giveaway at Carver Park in Cantonment. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
It’s A Boy! Northview Ag Dept. Welcomes Calf, Works To Keep Him Warm In Frigid Weather
February 16, 2021
The Northview High School agriculture department had a little Valentine’s weekend surprise.
A healthy calf was born sometime Saturday afternoon in the pasture in front of the school. On Monday, students named him “Cupid”.
Ag students worked hard Monday to make sure the little guy would be nice and warm Monday night into a very frigid Tuesday morning.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click on enlarge.
Six Flomaton, Escambia County High Football Players Sign With Colleges
February 16, 2021
Six players Flomaton and Escambia County high school signed Monday to play football at the collegiate level.
Four players from Flomaton High School signed:
- Jaquez Madison signed with Bluffington University in Ohio
- Riley McMorris signed with Allan Hancock College in California
- Travon Brown signed with Gila River College in Arizona
- Ki-Jana Carter signed with Salt River College in Arizona
Two Escambia County High School (Atmore) players — Dezmun Crenshaw and Jacobey James — signed with Faulkner University in Montgomery.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
