Operation Christmas Child Collections End Today At Highland Baptist, First Baptist Bratt
November 21, 2022
Highland Baptist Church in Molino and the First Baptist Church of Bratt end their Operation Christmas Child collections today.
Churches can drop off their OCC boxes during the times below for them to be packed for processing.
Highland Baptist Church
- Monday, Nov. 21 – 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
The church is located at 6420 Highway 95A North in Molino. For more information, contact the church office at (850) 587-5174.
First Baptist Church of Bratt
- Monday, Nov. 21 – 8 a.m. until 10 a.m.
The church is located at 4570 West Highway 4 in Bratt.
Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts—filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys—to children worldwide since 1993. Anyone can pack a shoebox! In 2022, Operation Christmas Child hopes to collect enough shoeboxes to reach another 11 million children.
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Henry O’Neal McKinley
November 21, 2022
Henry O’Neal McKinley, age 78, of Canoe, AL passed away on November 18, 2022 in Bay Minette, AL. He was born on February 26, 1944 in Robinsonville, AL to Fred McKinley, Sr. and Aggie Taylor McKinley. He was a Vietnam War Veteran, and qualified as an expert marksmen two times. He was the owner/operator of his own tractor-trailer for many years and leased to Genie Trucking Line. He also was a master carpenter. Henry was a
member of First Baptist Church of Canoe and an avid reader. He loved gardening especially growing and giving away satsumas. Henry also enjoyed going to Eureka Landing.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 56 years, Helen J. McKinley, and his infant sister.
He is survived by his son, Kevin (Sondra) McKinley of Canoe, AL; his brother, Fred (Voncile) McKinley, Jr. of Defuniak Springs, FL; his sister, Estelle McKinley Hinote of Bay Minette, AL; his grandchildren, Jackson Reed, Autumn (Josh) Day and Abby Reed along with several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 10 AM at First Baptist Church of Canoe with Bro. Waylon Stuckey officiating. Interment will follow in Canoe Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, November 26, 2022 from 9 AM until service time at 10 AM at First Baptist Church of Canoe.
Active pallbearers will be Dennis Wright, Judson Carden, Jackson Reed, Alex Lowery, Butch Darby and Allen Driskell.
April Frazier
November 21, 2022
April Frazier, 42, of Molino, Florida, passed away on November 17th, 2022. She was born in Milton, Florida on May 6, 1980 to Charles and Carol Wise. She was partnered with Clay Powell for 10 years. April had a career in the medical field and worked for Santa Rosa, Sacred Heart, and West Florida clinics. She had a passion for walks on the beach at dawn, spotting cardinals in the yard, flamingos, and collecting seashells. April was an avid Alabama fan – ROLL TIDE!
She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Wise. She was survived by her mother, Carol Oliver; her son, Lane Frazier; her daughter, Laura Frazier; her partner, Clay Powell and his daughter, Kinzey Powell; and all of her loving family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
AAA: Florida Gas Prices Are Falling As Thanksgiving Road Trips Near
November 21, 2022
Florida gas prices are falling as millions prepare to hit the road for Thanksgiving. AAA forecasts 2.9 million Floridians will travel for the holiday weekend. Nearly 2.7 million (91%) of them will drive.
“Florida drivers may have something extra to be thankful for this Thanksgiving,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Prices at the pump are likely to drop through the holiday weekend. Gas prices could ultimately fall 20-30 cents per gallon. The downturn is being driven by strong refinery output, which led to a big gain in gasoline supplies.”
Pump prices already dropped 10 cents per gallon last week. On Sunday, Florida gas prices averaged $3.46 per gallon. That’s 10 cents per gallon more than what Thanksgiving travelers last last year. The most expensive Thanksgiving gas price on record was $3.46 per gallon in 2013. Based on current trends, it’s possible the state average could dip below last year’s levels by Thanksgiving day.
The average price in the Pensacola metro was one of the lowest in the state at $3.23. A low of $3.11 could be found in the Cantonment area at a Highway 29 station, while Pensacola Prices bottomed out at $2.92 at the warehouse clubs.
Anna Ruth Vickery
November 21, 2022
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Anna Ruth Vickery, our loving mother andfriend to all whose lives she touched, on November 17, 2022. She left us peacefully at her residence in Atmore, AL. She was in her 99 th years. She was born in McCullough, AL to William and Emma Wise, she had lived in Atmore since 1949.
Ruth lived a full life as a wonderful wife, mother, church member, homemaker, and worker in the school system. She also volunteered in many capacities, including Pink Lady, Meals on Wheels, the nursing home, and was awarded the Volunteer of the Year in 2008. The Atmore Rotary Club awarded her the “Service Above Self” award in 2003.
As an active member of the Atmore First United Methodist Church, she sang in the choir for fifty years, as well as serving in many leadership capacities. Ruth was a master gardener with a passion for flowers, particularly roses. She delighted in sharing their beauty and was lovingly called the “Rose Lady”. Her seamstress skills were exhibited when she created majorette and cheerleader uniforms, costumes for school plays, Easter
frocks, prom dresses, and wedding attire for girls.
Ruth was the beloved wife of the late Buddy Vickery; She was the much loved mother of Lou Vickery, Bill (Jean Ann) Vickery, Priscilla (Bill) Wilder, Rita (Earl) Miller, Sheryl Vickery, Dianna (Tom) Carlin; cherished grandmother of Lance (Kim) Vickery, Kevin (Bernard) Vickery, Anna (David) Carlin, Shannon (Scott) Goode, Erin Asbury, Ti (Sabrina) Wilder, Drew (Brandy) Miller, Wade Miller, Clay Miller, Anna (Matt) Glenzer and Emily Carlin; proud great grandmother of Drew Vickery, Meg Carlin, Max Vickery, Rebekah Carlin, Katy Wilder, Braeden Asbury, Libby Miller, Jax Miller, Hunter Wilder, Landri Miller, Leighton Miller, Miles Miller, Draesen Asbury and Kai Miller.
A celebration of Anna Ruth’s life will be held at Atmore First United Methodist Church on Sunday, November 27, 2022 beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Following the memorial service, please join the Vickery family in the fellowship hall for light refreshments and fellowship.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Atmore First United Methodist Church.
The family wishes to thank Southern Care Hospice and We Are Family Home Care Services for the sincere love and care given to our precious mother.
Franklin Delano “Runt” Bryan
November 21, 2022
Franklin Delano “Runt” Bryan, age 89, of Atmore, AL passed away on November 19, 2022, in Pensacola, FL. He was born on March 9, 1933 in McCullough, AL to Jack and Louisa Buck Bryan. Franklin served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He also was the general manager with Allstate Beverage Company.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Louisa Bryan; his sister, Miriam Bryan; his brother, Oscar Bryan; his stepson, Joey Davis and his step-daughter, Debby Jackson. He is survived by his wife, Oliva Wiggins Bryan of Atmore, AL; his sons, Keith (Stephanie) Bryan and Kelly Bryan; his daughter, Karen (Holly) Lundy; his siblings: Virginia Newman of NC, Winston Bryan of Atmore, AL, Wendell Bryan of NC, and Nell Covington of Uriah,
AL; seven grandchildren: Keisha Lee, Brannon Sanspree, Niki Becton, Carlee Lundy, Randon Watson, Cord Cook and Sharley Cook along with many wonderful great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Johnson- Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Andy Gartman officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL with military honors.
Active pallbearers will be Randon Watson, Raycer Watson, Landon Watson, Ollie Watson, Brannon Sanspree and Blaize Thomas.
Honorary pallbearers will be Hooper Matthews, Randy Dorriety, Terry Ardis, Anthony Rolin, Harold Peacock and Freddie Hobbs.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Farm Hill, Cantonment Neighborhood Cleanup Collects Nearly 25 Tons of Debris
November 21, 2022
Escambia County collected and disposed of nearly 25 tons of debris and waste during the District 5 Cantonment/Farm Hill Neighborhood Cleanup recently. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.
The cleanup resulted in the collection of 24.81 tons of debris, 440 pounds of household hazardous waste, 639 tires and 16 gallons of paint.
The county’s neighborhood cleanup program is hosted by the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency’s Safe Neighborhood Program. Local partners include Escambia County Waste Services, Environmental Code Enforcement, Public Works, Animal Services and Road Prison, along with the City of Pensacola Sanitation Department.
Since 2016, Escambia County has disposed of 5,356 tons (10,712,000 pounds) of debris through neighborhood cleanups.
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Law Firm To Give Away 1,000 Thanksgiving Turkeys Or Hams, Side Dishes On Monday
November 20, 2022
At 10 a.m. Monday, the Watson Firm, together with local businesses and entrepreneurs, will be serving their neighbors at the Sixth Annual Community Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway.
To meet the overwhelming demand in the Pensacola and surrounding communities, this year’s turkey dinner giveaway will accommodate the first 1,000 families. The feast will include a whole frozen turkey or ham, and a variety of sides.
The event begins at 10 a.m. at Town & Country Plaza at 1720 West Fairfield. Families are encouraged to gather early behind Town & Country Plaza near the old Piccadilly restaurant.
The holiday tradition began in 2017, when 200 families were provided a complete holiday turkey feast. In 2018, 300 families were served.
Cool Sunday, Highs In The 50s
November 20, 2022
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Here is your official North Escambia forecast:
Sunday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 34. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 61. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 59. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 65. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. Calm wind.
Thanksgiving Day: A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 69.
Thursday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 45.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 62.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 39.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 60.
Don’t Forget: Call To Get The Miracle League Fry Your Thanksgiving Turkey
November 20, 2022
It’s not too late to reserve your spot to have the Miracle League of Pensacola fry your Thanksgiving turkey on Wednesday
A minimum of $30 per turkey or turkey breast is necessary to help cover costs, and any additional donation will benefit the Miracle League of Pensacola. The minimum charge is $35 for turkeys that are 20 pounds or more.
Call (850) 860-3211 with questions or to schedule your appointment (leave a message if no answer). Walk-ups are welcome, but reservations should be made early as the number of time slots is limited and appointments take priority.
There are a few things to remember after scheduling an appointment. Completely thaw your turkey, removing all of the inside packaging and giblets. Write down exactly how much your turkey weighs so it is fried perfectly and take it to the Miracle League Park at 555 East Nine Mile Road at your appointment time between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23. And be on time for your appointment.
Individuals interested in volunteering should also call (850) 860-3211.