Mary H. Lindquist
November 3, 2022
Mary H. Lindquist, age 92, of Atmore, AL passed away on November 1, 2022, at her residence. She was born on October 30, 1930, in Chumuckla, FL to Osey and Dora Enfinger Hale. Mary enjoyed traveling and eating her vegetables. She was an avid shopper and a vivid storyteller. She loved her family with a passion.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Robert “Sweede” Lindquist; her brothers: Elmer Hale, Carl Hale and Duke Hale and her sister, Velda Stalvey.
She is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends along with her lifelong friend, Hazel Spiers.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 4, 2022, at noon at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL, with Bro. Robert Harrison officiating. Interment will follow in Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery in Chumuckla, FL.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 4, 2022. from 11:00 a.m. until service time at noon at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Active pallbearers will be Matthew Robinson, Derek Smith, Brent Culwell, Ronnie Johnson, Willie Williams and Kevin Dunlap.
Tonight’s Powerball Jackpot Is Now A Staggering $1.2 Billion
November 2, 2022
The prize in tonight’s Powerball has soared to a massive $1.2 billion.
In addition to the jackpot, players have the chance to win non-jackpot prizes ranging from $4 to $2 million by matching other number combinations.
The Powerball jackpot has rolled 37 times since the August 6 drawing.
Challenged Book ‘Perks Of Being A Wallflower’ Removed From Escambia Schools For Sexual Content
November 2, 2022
The Escambia County School Board voted 4-1 to remove a book challenged by a Northview High teacher from school libraries.
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” is a 1999 novel by American writer Stephen Chbosky. According to publisher Simon & Schuster it is a “bestselling coming-of-age story that takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory.” It was a #1 New York Times bestseller for over a year and named an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults.
It was challenged by Vicki Baggett, chair of the Language Arts Department chair at Northview High School with over 30 years in the classroom.
In her challenge, Baggett said the book contains “extreme sexual content descriptions, bestiality and a language alert, using a “shock effect to engage teenage minds”. A committee at Northview High School voted during the summer to keep the book available as an optional twelfth grade study novel, and Baggett appealed.
About a month ago, School Superintendent Dr. Smith implemented a “Restricted Section” in school libraries for “Perks of Being a Wallflower” and over 100 other books until they can be reviewed by the school board. Students must have parental permission to access any of the books in the section.
Tuesday night, the school board voted 4-1, with Patty Hightower dissenting, to remove “Perks fo Being a Wallfllower” due to sexual content not allowed in schools by Florida law.
“What is our standard for ensuring good conduct and manners for our students when I can’t even when I can’t even repeat some of the stuff that is here into this mic, or I wouldn’t, because of the values I have,” Board Chair Kevin Adams said.. “Our decency standards are not high when we allow this type of inappropriate material, content in our district.
“I wondered why so many students have mental health issues, bad disciplinary problems. I believe they are being poisoned by what they hear and what they read. We need parents to be parents. We can do a better job protecting children with those that choose not to be exposed to adult knowledge and materials. Period. We as a school district must do a better job to ensure that we are not purchasing age inappropriate materials for our media centers and classrooms. The parents trust us to do what is right for their children.”
One challenged book, the Bible, has been returned to the shelves in Escambia Schools. State law says the Bible is allowed in schools and has a place in education in Florida.
After The Gulf Coast Seafood Fire, The Flag Still Waved. This Is What Happened Next.
November 2, 2022
When Gulf Coast Seafood on Nine Mile was destroyed by fire Monday morning, the American flag near the front door continued to wave.
The Stars and Stripes were were prominent in many of the fire photos on NorthEscambia.com, set against a background of smoke and blue sky.
When the fire was out, the flag still stood over the business. Members of Escambia County Fire Rescue lowered in the flag, folded it and presented it to the business owner in an act of respect.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour and photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Walnut Hill 5,000 Pound Food Distribution Set For Friday Morning
November 2, 2022
A 5,000 pound food giveaway will be held Friday in Walnut Hill.
Justified Incarcerated Ministries will host the 9 a.m. Feeding the Gulf Coast drive-thru distribution at Bradberry Park at 4760 Highway 99A, just behind Ernest Ward Middle School.
The food giveaway is sponsored by Escambia County District 5 Commissioner Steven Barry.
Volunteers are needed; call Joan at (850) 324-8779.
Pictured: A previous Justified Incarcerated Ministries food giveaway in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Lane Closures Tonight On Highway 29 At Pine Barren Creek Bridge
November 2, 2022
Motorists can expect intermittent lane closures between 8 p.m. Wednesday and 4 a.m. Thursday on the Highway 29 bridge over Pine Barren Creek.
The lane closures will be for routine bridge maintenance, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
The bridge on Highway 29 is located between North Barth Road and Cotton Lake Road, or about seven mile north of the Highway 97 intersection in Molino.
Possible Shots Fired Road Rage Incident In Cottage Hill Under Investigation
November 2, 2022
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what they say may be a possible road rage shooting last Saturday night in Cottage Hill.
The incident happened 10:30 Saturday night but was not reported until Monday.
Video shows a possible vehicle chase on Williams Ditch Road and several gunshots are heard, according to Morgan Lewis, ESCO spokesperson. No injuries were reported.
Deputies were called to investigate after shell casings were found in the area on Monday.
A description of the vehicles has not been released.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office at (850) 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Man Arrested In Atmore Extradited, Charged With Attempted Murder In Escambia, Florida
November 2, 2022
A Pensacola man arrested last week in Atmore for domestic violence has been extradited back to Escambia County and charged with attempted murder.
Atmore Police responded to the 100 block of Marshall Avenue October 18 where a woman told them that her boyfriend, 38-year old Jason Wayne Coleman, struck her and grabbed her by the neck. Officers said she suffered scratches on her neck and arms.
After Coleman was taken into custody, officers found that he was wanted for attempted murder by the Escambia County (FL) Sheriff’s Office.
Coleman was booked into the Escambia County (FL) Jail Tuesday afternoon without bond on charges of attempted murder and possession of a weapon by convicted felon.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said Coleman was wanted for a September 25 shooting on Rampart Way. An adult male was found outside a home with a single gunshot wound about 2:30 a.m. The victim in that shooting survived.
Atmore Police charged Coleman with domestic violence third degree.
Sunny, About 80 For Afternoon Highs
November 2, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia forecast:
Wednesday Night: Clear, with a low around 54. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 81. East wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 56. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph after midnight.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 62.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 82.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 59.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 80.
Patricia ‘Patti’ Diane Helton
November 2, 2022
Mrs. Patricia “Patti” Diane Helton, age 57, passed away, October 27, 2022, in Atmore, AL. She was born July 30, 1965 in Tuscalosa, AL; and resided in Flomaton, AL; until moving to Atmore, AL; for the past 21 years. She was a member of Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church, and an active member of Household of Faith Ministries.
Mrs. Helton loved spending time with her family, children and grandchildren. She loved her dogs, enjoyed going swimming, and taking care of her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Marce (Peggy Chavers) Allen, and one step-son Randall Helton.
She is survived by her loving husband of 19 years, Rex Helton, of Atmore, AL; PO1 Willie Owens III, of Chesapeake, VA; two daughters, Farron Barrow, of Atmore, AL; Morgan Scott, of Atmore, AL; two brothers, Mike Allen, of Bratt, FL; Tony Allen, of Orlando, FL; one sister, Linda Green, of Bratt, FL; four grandchildren, Adelaide Barrow, Madelyn Pruett, Madison Pruett, Kaylee Pruett, other relatives, and friends.
Graveside service will be held Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Robinsonville Cemetery with Rev. Phil Johnson officiating.
Burial will follow at Robinsonville Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 12:00 PM until service time at 1:00 PM at Robinsonville Baptist Church.
Pallbearers will be Greg Landon Helton, Willie Owens III, Ray Owens, Nate Scott, Christopher Haag, and Randall Blair.