Olivia Christine “Teen” Weaver
April 12, 2021
Olivia Christine “Teen” Weaver, age 76, passed away on April 11, 2021 in Century, FL.
She was born on December 1, 1944 in Century, FL. She was a member of Faith Bible Baptist Church. She loved fishing, gardening, bird watching and spending time in the mountains.
She is preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Helen Moore McCraney and Ezra McCraney; her husband, Curtis Arnold Weaver, Sr.; two daughters, Lissa Sigler and Sonja Morgan and her grandson, Chad Burris.
She is survived by her son, Sam (Holly) Weaver of Bratt, FL; her step-son, John (Lisa) Weaver of Molino, FL; her brother, Wayne Allen of Bluff Springs, FL; her sister, Patricia Bergen of Century, FL; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. at Faith Bible Baptist Church in Century, FL with Bro. Robert Barrow officiating. Interment will follow at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Joe Garrett, Cliff Thompson, Ryne Barrow, Joe Brown, Kenny Maher and Marcus Godwin.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Faith Bible Baptist Church in Century, FL.
One New COVID-19 Death, 37 Additional Cases In Escambia County
April 12, 2021
THIS IS AN ARCHIVED STORY. SEE NORTHESCAMBIA.COM FOR THE LATESTS DATA.
There were 37 new COVID-19 cases and one additional death reported Sunday in Escambia County by the Florida Department of Health.
Here is the latest data:
Escambia County cases:
Total cases: 35,189 (+37)
Non-Florida residents: 3,648
Recovered: 34,178*
Total deaths: 672 (+1)
Long-term care facility deaths: 279
Current hospitalizations: 20
Number of tests reported last day: 372
Percent positive reported last day: 9.0%
Percent positive reported last week: 5.8%
Escambia County cases by location*:
Pensacola: 26,259 (+32)
Cantonment: 3,162 (+3)
Century: 1,173
—-including 774 Century prison inmates
Molino: 488
McDavid: 210 (+1)
Bellview: 57
Walnut Hill: 53
Perdido Key: 21
Gonzalez: 13
Santa Rosa County cases:
Total cases: 17,901 (+11)
Non-Florida residents: 234
Total deaths: 279
Long-term care facility deaths: 81
Cumulative Hospitalizations: 869*
Number of tests reported last day: 211
Percent positive reported last day: 4.5%
Santa Rosa County cases by location*:
Milton: 8,528 (+6)
Navarre: 3,690
Gulf Breeze: 3,324 (+3)
Pace: 1,443 (+1)
Jay: 548
Bagdad: 32
Florida cases:
Total cases: 2,124,233
Florida residents: 2,084,173
Deaths: 34,021
Hospitalizations: 86,969
*“Hospitalizations” in the statewide and Santa Rosa County totals is a count of all laboratory confirmed cases in which an inpatient hospitalization occurred at any time during the course of illness. Most of these people are longer be hospitalized. The FDOH does not provide a count of patients currently hospitalized. The Escambia County number is current data compiled each day from the local hospitals.
**On cases by location, the city is based upon zip code and is not always received as part of the initial notification. There may be a delay in reporting locations, and locations will not total the daily case increase as a result.
***The Florida Department of Health does not have a clear standard or definition of “recovered” and does not report a number of recovered individuals. Escambia County is reporting an approximate recovery number defined as the total cases prior to last month, minus deaths. In other words, anyone that tested positive more than a month ago is presumed to have recovered by Escambia County.
**Data Sources: Florida Department of Health, Escambia County, City of Pensacola, local hospitals.
Harry Langdale Nowlin
April 12, 2021
Harry Langdale Nowlin, 54, of Molino, Florida passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
Harry “Dale” Nowlin returned home on April 6, 2021 unexpectedly. Dale was born on May 10, 1966 in Pensacola, Florida and remained native to the area for his entire life. He worked at Monsanto for a number of years and was a part of the local band, Stepchild. Dale loved to make people laugh by telling jokes and playing music for anyone who would listen.
Dale is preceded in death by his mother and father, Jane and Harry Nowlin. He leaves behind his son, Dylan Nowlin (Taylor) and six brothers, Dofin (Marlise), William (Jeanie), Robert (Teresa), Paul (Belinda), Joey, and Steve (Denette); and beloved Uncle Johnny (Betty) and Aunt Nancy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many cherished friends.
Dale had a big heart and kind soul. He cared so much about the world and those around him. He was the kind of person to give you the shirt off his back. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed playing his guitar and reading novels. He had a deep love for animals, especially his dog, Atticus. Dale lived his life to the fullest and he lived exactly how he wanted to. We will miss him and the light he brought into our family and world.
A Memorial Service for Dale will be held on April 24, 2021 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 6915 Highway 29, Molino, Florida 32577 at 11:00 A.M. A reception will immediately follow the service. Due to Covid-19, a mask and social distancing are highly encouraged by the family.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Waterfront Mission Addiction Recovery of Pensacola/Mobile (waterfrontmission.org) or the GoFundMe, if you would like to contribute to the cost of the memorial arrangements: https://gofund.me/43c2152b.
Brad Leigh Wood
April 12, 2021
Brad Leigh Wood of Pensacola, Florida passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at the age of 41. Brad was born in Pensacola, Florida on June 11, 1979 to Bobby Wood and Trudy Campbell.
Brad worked for C & C Hauling as an on site manager, heavy equipment operator, and welder. Brad had a special love for music, a talent for playing drums and bongos, and combined the two so many times in life around a bonfire with friends.
He had a love for nature and an ability to grow and cultivate beautiful plants and flowers. Brad said, “My soul still dances around the bonfire under the full moon”.
Brad is survived by his father, Bobby (Karen) Wood; mother, Trudy Campbell; daughters, Raina Wood (17), Estelle Wood (9), and their mother, Brook Edmisten Wood; his loving grandparents, Cleveland R. (Joyce) Campbell; and his grandmother, Catherine Wood.
He is preceded in death by his loving grandmother, Faye Campbell; and his grandfather, Danny Wood. He leaves behind several uncles, aunts, cousins, and lifelong friends.
Funeral Services will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. Friends will be received from 1:00 p.m. to time of service.
Pallbearers will be Mike Cooley, Trey Campbell, Caleb Campbell, Chad Lashley, Ben Campbell, and Buddy Nolan.
Eugene Frances will serve as Honorary Bearer.
Pastor Phillip Deane will officiate with a graveside service to follow in Eastern Gate Cemetery.
The family will have a reception with fellowship of family and friends at Beams of Light Holiness Church, 3825 Hwy. 29N, Cantonment, Florida 32533.
Cypress Lakes Golf Club Damaged By High Winds, Closed For Repairs
April 11, 2021
The Cypress Lakes Golf Club in Cantonment was damaged as a line of storms moved through the area early Saturday morning.
High winds caused damage both inside and outside the clubhouse at the course on Old Chemstrand Road.
It’s not known yet how long Cypress Lakes will be closed for repairs.
Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Escambia Commission Honors The Late Jimmy Cunningham Of Molino
April 11, 2021
The Escambia County Commission recently issued a proclamation in honor of the late James David “Jimmy” Cunningham of Molino who passed away earlier this year at age 83.
Cunningham joined 4-H when he was just nine years old and became a member of FFA at age 13. He remained active in both programs through his youth. After graduation from Tate High School and the University of Florida, he spent 43 years at Solutia before his retirement. In the meantime, he spent his life as a farmer and rancher and co-owner of Cunningham Farms. He spent over 35 years as a board member and president of the Escambia County Farm Bureau Federation.
Cunningham worked tirelessly for local youth. He was a founding member of the Gulf Coast Agricultural & Natural Resources Youth Organization (GCA-NRYO) and the Northwest Florida Cattleman’s Association.
“He was very active in helping youth learn about agriculture and livestock and was a critical asset in helping 4-H members acquire facilities for a livestock center,” the proclamation reads.
“Dad fought really hard for the 4-H kids in this county, and the FFA kids,” Jimmy Cunningham’s son Scott Cunningham told the Escambia County Commission. “It was really nice for us to have really the best piece of property in the state of Florida for 4-H programs.”
To read the entire proclamation, click or tap here.
Pictured top: The family of the late Jimmy Cunningham accepts a proclamation in his honor from Escambia County Commissioner Steven Barry. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Community Health Now Accepting Appointments For Vaccination Clinics Next Week
April 11, 2021
Community Health Northwest Florida is scheduling appointments for COVID-19 vaccination clinics to be held this week.
Clinics will be held as follows:
Monday, April 12
Location: Brownsville Community Center – 3200 W. DeSoto Street, Pensacola
Vaccine: Moderna COVID-19 vaccine – First dose (of two)
Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, April 14
Location: 6209 Highway 90 / Caroline Street (formerly Beall’s), Milton
Vaccine: Johnson and Johnson (Janssen) “One Shot” COVID-19 vaccine
Time: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday, April 16
Location: Brownsville Community Center – 3200 W. DeSoto Street, Pensacola
Vaccine: Johnson and Johnson (Janssen) “One Shot” COVID-19 Vaccine
Time: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Appointments are required.
Florida residents age 18 and over who wish to participate in one of these events should call the Community Health COVID-19 Vaccine Call Center at (850) 439-3358 to schedule an appointment.
All participants will be required to show photo ID at time of appointment. Individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days or have had symptoms of illness (fever, cough, shortness of breath) in the past 14 days should not receive the vaccine.
Groundbreaking Monday For Escambia County’s Newest Library In Bellview
April 11, 2021
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held Monday for the new Bellview Library, the first library in Escambia County’s District 1.
Construction is expected to be complete in the Spring of 2022 and will include the 10,000 square foot expansion of a 2,000 square foot former bank.
The groundbreaking will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at 6425 Mobile Highway, just south of the fairgrounds.
Features of the new library include:
- The main portion of the library will consist of a large open space that is divided into areas such as a lobby, a story time area, a youth area and an adult reading area. This large open space will provide entrances to other support spaces such as multiple study rooms, staff rooms, a PC area and a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) room.
- Most of the existing bank footprint will be utilized primarily as a meeting room but will also function as a multipurpose room to use for programs geared toward the community. This room will have the existing bank structure exposed with some acoustical clouds to control the reverberation time.
- The development of the building’s façade was inspired by origami, the art of folding paper, which is why there are angles throughout the building.
- The new library will include an exterior lawn area with the ability to project movies onto the building for events.
- Most of the old oak trees on the south side of the property will be preserved. This south side will also serve as the location for a future park and playground so the large oak trees will be able to provide natural shade.
- A sidewalk will be built that provides a direct connection between the new library and Bellview Elementary providing accessibility for children to enjoy after school programs.
Sunny Sunday And Monday
April 11, 2021
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 52. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the morning.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. South wind around 5 mph becoming east after midnight.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. South wind around 5 mph becoming north after midnight.
Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 72. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. North wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71.
Friday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56.
Saturday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54.
Sunday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 72.
Here Are This Week’s Road Construction Trouble Spots
April 11, 2021
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.
Escambia County:
- U.S. 98 Pensacola Bay Bridge Replacement - The intersection of North 17th Avenue and Bayfront Parkway will remain closed until spring 2021 as construction continues the new 17th Avenue interchange. The Visitor’s Center and adjacent boat launch remain accessible from 17th Avenue. Also, the ramp from 17th Avenue to East Gregory Street remains open. Eastbound drivers on Bayfront Parkway should use North 14th Avenue and Cervantes Street (U.S. 90) as a detour route.
- U.S. 29 Widening from Interstate 10 (I-10) to Nine Mile Road (U.S. 90) – Motorists can expect intermittent lane closures and shifts, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., on U.S. 29, between I-10 and Nine and Half Mile Road, and on Nine Mile Road at the U.S. 29 Overpass.
- · North Ninth Avenue (S.R. 289) Carpenters Creek Bridge Replacement North and southbound traffic on Ninth Avenue will be shifted to the northbound travel lanes of the Carpenters Creek Bridge beginning Friday, April 16. The traffic shift will begin at approximately 7 a.m. and should conclude by 5 p.m. Drivers should anticipate the potential for travel delays during these times.
- · West Cervantes Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project- Drivers will encounter inside lane closures on West Cervantes Street, between Dominguez Street and A Street beginning Monday, March 29. The lane closures are required to perform median construction work. One lane in each direction will be maintained at all times. The median work and lane closures will begin on the west end of the project, near Dominguez Street, and will progress eastward until the end of the year. Also, be advised that the speed limit will be reduced to 30 m.p.h.
- · I-10 Bridge Repair and Rehabilitation over Perdido River Bridge –A 36-hour lane closure with pacing operations (slow-moving) will begin at 6 a.m. Monday, April 12. Traffic will be temporarily slowed to a safe speed by a pilot vehicle to allow crews to perform construction activities. Drivers will encounter nighttime, periodic lane closures Thursday, April 15 for guardrail and asphalt paving.
- · U.S. 29 (North Century Boulevard) Utility Operations - Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures at 7251 North Century Boulevard, just south of S.R. 4, from 8 p.m. Monday, April 12 to 5 a.m. Tuesday, April 13 as utility crews install a power pole.
- · U.S. 29 from South of Muscogee Road (County Road (C.R.) 184) to Atmore Hwy (S.R. 97) the following operations will take place on the project the week of Monday, April 12 through Friday, April 16 as crews perform paving operations:
o Intermittent lane closures 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. in the Cantonment area.
o Intermittent lane closures 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. between Neal Road, north of Cantonment, and north of S.R. 97 in Molino.
- · U.S. 98 (East Gregory Street) Driveway Construction at 9th Avenue – The left turn lane at 9th Avenue will be closed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 13 and Wednesday, April 14 as crews reconstruct the driveway to the Waffle House.
- · Beulah Road (S.R. 99) Underground Utility Operations Between Beulah Church Road and Mobile Highway – There will be intermittent southbound lane restrictions from 8 p.m. Sunday, April 11 to 5 a.m. Monday, April 12 as crews perform underground utility and paving operations.
- · I-10 Routine Bridge Inspection over Perdido River– Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, April 12 and Tuesday, April 13 as crews perform a routine bridge inspection.
Santa Rosa County:
- U.S. 98 Widening from Bayshore Road to Portside Drive- Early construction activities are beginning in preparation for the widening and improvements of the 4.25-mile section of U.S. 98 from Bayshore Road to Portside Drive. These activities include utility relocations, clearing, excavation, and drainage improvements. As part of the upgraded drainage system, the project includes the construction of five stormwater ponds. Clearing and excavating of areas for the stormwater ponds are currently underway. There are no traffic impacts associated with the construction of the ponds, but nearby residents and businesses may experience some noise. Access to residences and businesses will be maintained at all times. Major roadway construction activities on the $70.4 million project are anticipated to begin in summer 2021.
- Pensacola Bay Bridge Replacement – For the latest information visit FDOT.gov/PensacolaBay.
- · S.R. 87 Routine Bridge Inspection over Coldwater Creek – Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 14 as crews perform a routine bridge inspection.