Wahoos Lead Slips Away In 12 Inning Walk-off Loss
June 13, 2022
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos held three different leads after the eighth inning on Sunday afternoon, but couldn’t hold any of them in a 7-6, 12-inning loss to the Birmingham Barons.
Yoelqui Cespedes singled home the tying run for Birmingham in the bottom of the 12th, then scored from first on an Ian Dawkins walk-off single to help the Barons split the six-game series.
The Blue Wahoos maintained their 4.0-game lead in the South Division with 12 to play in the first half, pending other results in the league.
Cody Mincey turned in a quality start for the Blue Wahoos, allowing two runs over six innings, but Pensacola trailed 2-1 going to the seventh. Thomas Jones hit a one-out double, then scored on a wild pitch with a crafty slide to evade the tag from catcher Evan Skoug. Troy Johnston delivered a go-ahead two-run single moments later, giving the Blue Wahoos a 4-2 lead.
That lead would hold until the bottom of the ninth, when J.J. Muno hit his first homer of the year off Dylan Bice to tie the game 4-4. J.D. Osborne, who had homered earlier in the game, delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the top of the tenth, but a fielding error from Cobie Fletcher-Vance in the bottom of the inning breathed new life into the Barons and allowed them to send the game to the 11th.
Pensacola was unable to score in the 11th against Taylor Broadway (W, 2-2), but neither were the Barons against Jefry Yan (L, 1-1) in the bottom half of the inning. Norel González gave the Blue Wahoos a 6-5 lead with an RBI single in the top of the 12th before the Barons rallied against Yan moments later to walk it off.
After an off day on Monday, the Blue Wahoos welcome the Tennessee Smokies to Pensacola for a six-game series on Tuesday.
by Erik Bremer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos
Allen Lamar Lee
June 13, 2022
born in Atmore, Alabama on July 25, 1953 left this world with his loving family surrounding him on June 12, 2022 at the age of 68. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Intelligence Department. After retiring from the military, Allen worked and retired from International Paper as well as owning Sureline Corporation.
Allen was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather that never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his father, Chesley Garland Lee; mother, Edna Earle Foster Lee; brother, Garland Lee; and daughter, Mandie Lee.
Allen is survived by his wife, Debbie Creighton Lee; children, Cyndie Creighton, Chris Creighton, Matt Lee, Chelsey Lee Trawick, and Hunter Lee; grandson, Jake Creighton; and many other grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Hunter Lee officiating. Visitation will be held at noon prior to services.
The family would like to thank all the First Responders who assisted us in our times of need.
If you have a story or would like to say something on Allen’s behalf we would greatly appreciate it.
Please dress casual for this is what Allen would want.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North entrusted with arrangements.
Inmate Escapes From Atmore Prison Sunday Morning
June 12, 2022
Authorities are searching for an inmate that escaped from prison Sunday morning in Atmore.
Inmate Edward Williams, 41, escaped from the Fountain Correctional Facility about 9:20 Sunday morning, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections. He is described as a black male, six-feet one-inch tall, 143 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a tan in color state inmate uniform.
He was serving a 999 year, 99 month and 99 day sentence for multiple 2004 first degree robbery convictions in Jefferson County.
Anyone with information can call the ADOC at (800) 831-8825 or their local law enforcement agency.
Want To Run For Public Office In Escambia County, Century Or Pensacola? This Is Qualifying Week.
June 12, 2022
Want to run for public office this year in Escambia County, Century, or Pensacola? This is qualifying week.
Candidates begin qualifying for the 2022 Primary and General elections at noon Monday, June 13, according to the Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office. Qualifying will run through noon on Friday, June 17.
Local candidates will qualify in the Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office located at 213 Palafox Place on the 2nd Floor. In addition, a qualifying officer from the Supervisor of Elections Office will be at Century Town Hall on Wednesday, June 15 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. to accept qualifying paperwork from Century council candidates.
Local offices that will appear on the 2022 ballot in Escambia County are:
Escambia County Commission – Partisan
Escambia County Commissioner District 2 and 4
Escambia School Board – Nonpartisan
Escambia School Board Member District 1, 2 and 3
Special Districts – Partisan
Emerald Coast Utilities Authority District 2, 4
Special Districts – Nonpartisan
Santa Rosa Island Authority
Escambia Soil and Water Conservation District
Groups 2 and 4 (and Group 3 for 2 year term)
Town of Century – Nonpartisan
Town Council Seats 3, 4 and 5
City of Pensacola – Nonpartisan
Mayor
City Council District 2, 4 and 6
Judicial – Nonpartisan
County Court Judge Groups 1 and 3
Escambia Fire Lieutenant Named Florida Professional Firefighter Of The Year
June 12, 2022
The Florida Professional Firefighters have recognized Lt. Nick Gradia of Escambia County Fire Rescue as Florida Professional Firefighter of the Year. Gradia is a 2003 graduate of Northview High School. Courtesy photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Heat Index Around 105 Sunday Afternoon; Slight Chance Of An Afternoon Shower
June 12, 2022
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Today: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. West wind around 5 mph.
Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Monday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 110. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. West wind around 5 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. West wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
Flomaton Police Have A New Incident Command Center
June 12, 2022
The Flomaton Police Department has a new incident command center.
The trailer was purchased by the Alabama Department of Homeland Security and provided by the Escambia County (AL) Emergency Management Agency. Flomaton PD converted it into the command center for use in Flomaton and to provide mutual aid to neighboring agencies and communities.
According to Flomaton Police, the command center will be used at festivals and public gatherings, large incidents, search and rescue, lengthy fire scenes, drone operation and other operations.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Here’s A Big List Of VBS Events Across The North Escambia Area This Summer
June 12, 2022
Vacation Bible School is a summertime tradition across the North Escambia area. A list of VBS events is below.
To submit your North Escambia area VBS, email news@northescambia.com, or click here for our contact form
Walnut Hill Baptist VBS
Walnut Hill Baptist Church “Monumental” VBS 2022 will be June 12-16 from 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 4 to completed fifth grade.
Pinehaven Baptist Church VBS
Pinehaven Baptist Church at 10400 North Palafox will hold “Mighty God” VBS June 13-17 from 6-8:20 p.m. Transportation available. (850) 476-6331
Marcus Pointe Baptist Church VBS
MP Kidz at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church at 6205 North “W” St. will hold VBS June 13-17. from 6-8 p.m. Register online at pensacolachurch.org/vbs/
First Baptist Church of Cantonment VBS
The First Baptist Church of Cantonment will hold “NORB-E, an Out-of-this-World Mission to Discover God’s Glory” VBS June 20-24 from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Classes for pre-K through youth, special needs students and parents. Dinner will be served each night. Register online: fbccfl.com
Poplar Dell Baptist Church VBS
Poplar Dell Baptist Church will hold “Kookaburra Coast” Vacation Bible School June 20-24 from 5:30-8 p.m. Bible study, crafts, recreation, missions, music and supper.
Hillcrest Baptist Chuch VBS
Hillcrest Baptist Church will hold “Being Created in Christ’s Designed Purpose” VBS June 20-24 from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. for kids who have completed Kindergarten through Grade 5. Register at hillcrestchurch.com. The church is located at 800 East Nine Mile Road.
Enon Baptist Church VBS
Enon Baptist Church will host Vacation Bible School June 20-24 from 6-8 p.m. for ages 4-12.
Farm Hill Church VBS
Farm Hill Church at 140 Madrid Road in Cantonment will hold “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.” Vacation Bible School June 27-July 1 from 6-8:30 p.m. for ages 3-12. Register online here.
Pine Forest Assembly VBS
Pine Forest Assembly will hold VBS July 8-10, from 5:30 until 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. on Sunday. Ages from 3 (potty trained) to 12 years. 3125 Pine Forest Road, Cantonment.
Highland Baptist VBS
Highland Baptist Church “Spark” VBS will be held July 11-15 from 6-8 p.m. Ages 4 years to completed fifth grade.
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church VBS
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church on Bogia Road will hold “Zoomerang – Returning to the Value of Life” VBS July 11-15 from 4-6:30 p.m. Snacks will be provided.
Gonzalez UMC VBS
Spark Studio VBS will be held July 18-22 from 6-8 p.m. at Gonzalez United Methodist Church. For children who have completed pre-K through fifth grade. Register at https://vbspro.events/p/959a75
Calvary Baptist Church VBS
Calvary Baptist Church at 6824 Pine Forest Road will hold “Spark” VBS July 18-22 from 6-8 p.m.
First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola VBS
The First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola will hold “Oasis Adventures” VBS July 19-22 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m.for ages 5-11. Dinner will be served. Registration is open now.
Allen Memorial UMC VBS
Allen Memorial UMC will hold “Food Truck Party/On a Roll With God” VBS Thursday and Friday, July 21-22 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.and Saturday, July 23 from 9 a.m. until noon. Snack and lunch provided for grades K-5.
Food For Help
Gonzalez Baptist Church is distributing food to those in need on the 2nd Wed. of each month from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Pickup is located at the back of the church. The church is located at 1590 Pauline Street, in Cantonment. For more information call (850) 968-6224, ext 101.
Boy Scout Troop Meetings
Boy Scout Troop 26 in Atmore meets each Monday night from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Boy Scout Hut located at the Corner of Craig St & Carney St. For more information, contact Amanda Gibbs at (850) 293-5444.
Here Are This Week’s Road Construction Delay Spots
June 12, 2022
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 – Drivers will encounter alternating lane closures and lane shifts on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Sunday, June 12 through Saturday, June 18 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. On Tuesday, June 14, U.S. 98 westbound (Gulf Breeze to Pensacola) will have lane closures beginning at 10 p.m. due to Bands on the Beach. Crews will be using lanes on the current bridge as a platform to pour concrete decks for the westbound (Gulf Breeze to Pensacola) structure.
- West Cervantes Street (U.S. 90) Pedestrian Safety Improvement – Motorists traveling on West Cervantes Street will encounter the following traffic impacts:
- Daytime single lane closures and lane shifts, between A Street and Dominguez Street, as crews install pedestrian fence.
- The new traffic signals on Cervantes Street at the J Street, L Street, and R Street intersections are now activated.
- North Ninth Avenue (State Road (S.R.) 289) Carpenters Creek Bridge Replacement – All travel lanes are temporarily shifted to the southbound side of the bridge as crews construct the northbound portion. Additionally, drivers may encounter intermittent temporary lane closures Monday, June 13 through Friday, June 17 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. as crews mobilize materials and equipment.
- Pace Boulevard from Barrancas Avenue to Massachusetts Avenue – The sidewalks on the eastern side of Pace Boulevard, between Barrancas Avenue and Navy Boulevard, are closed as crews perform sidewalk and curb improvements. Pedestrians will be detoured to the signalized intersections to access the sidewalks on the western side of Pace Boulevard during this time.
- Pensacola Boulevard (U.S. 29) from Brent Lane to North of Interstate 10 (I-10) – Drivers will encounter alternating lane closures Sunday, June 12 through Thursday, June 16 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. as crews work on sidewalk and curb improvements.
- I-10 at the Interstate 110 (I-110) Interchange – Drivers will encounter alternating lane closures on the I-110 northbound ramp to I-10 westbound between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. each night as crews work on guardrail improvements.
- U.S. 90 (Scenic Highway) Pavement Coring Operations near Manolete Steet – Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures, Monday, June 13 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for pavement coring operations.
- U.S. 90 (Scenic Highway) Routine Underground Utility Maintenance near Addison Drive – Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures, Wednesday, June 15 from 12 a.m. to 2 a.m. for underground fiber improvements.
- North Davis Highway (S.R. 291) Routine Maintenance North of Langley Avenue – Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures, Monday, June 13 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for paving operations.
Santa Rosa County:
- Pensacola Bay Bridge (U.S. 98) Replacement – Drivers will encounter alternating lane closures and lane shifts on the Pensacola Bay Bridge Sunday, June 12 through Saturday, June 18 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. On Tuesday, June 14, U.S. 98 westbound (Gulf Breeze to Pensacola) will have lane closures beginning at 10 p.m. due to Bands on the Beach. Crews will be using lanes on the current bridge as a platform to pour concrete decks for the westbound (Gulf Breeze to Pensacola) structure.
- U.S. 98 Widening from Bayshore Road to Portside Drive – Motorists will encounter the following traffic impacts:
- Temporary median and turn-lane closures from Bayshore Road to Tiger Point Drive.
- Intermittent lane closures and additional median closures between S.R. 281 and Bayshore Road, Sunday, June 12 through Friday, June 17, from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for paving operations.
- Westbound travelers will encounter a new traffic configuration from east of Portside Drive to North College Parkway as lanes will be shifted slightly south to allow for widening activities on the outside lane.
- Settlers Colony Boulevard remains open. The closure has been postponed until further notice due to material delays.
- I-10 Resurfacing East of S.R. 281 (Avalon Boulevard) to East of S.R. 87 – Motorists can expect intermittent nighttime lane closures the week of Sunday, June 12 for construction activities. In addition, road closures at the overpass from 11 p.m. Thursday, June 16 to 5 a.m. Friday, June 17, traffic will be diverted to the westbound off ramp and will re-enter the interstate on the westbound on ramp.
- S.R. 87 Pavement Coring Operations from East Bay Road to Vonnie Tolbert Road in Navarre – Motorists will encounter intermittent lane closures Monday, June 13 through Thursday, June 17 from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. for pavement coring operations.
All activities are weather-dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.
Blue Wahoos Fall 5-1 To The Barons In Birmingham
June 12, 2022
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos took a 1-0 lead to the bottom of the eighth inning in their game against the Birmingham Barons on Saturday night, but uncharacteristic bullpen struggles cost the club in a 5-1 loss.
Jeff Lindgren tied a career high with 7.0 innings of scoreless work in his start for the Blue Wahoos, his fourth quality start in six Double-A appearances this season.
The Blue Wahoos maintained their 4.0-game lead in the South Division with 13 to play in the first half, as every other team in the division also lost.
Troy Johnston provided Pensacola’s only run-scoring hit of the night with an RBI double in the third against Birmingham starter Emilio Vargas to put the Blue Wahoos up 1-0. Pensacola managed just three hits in the game, and none after the fourth inning as a Barons bullpen effort from Kyle Kubat, Declan Cronin, Garrett Davila (W, 2-0) and Fraser Ellard kept the Blue Wahoos in check.
Birmingham was stymied by Lindgren through seven innings, but pounced on Andrew McInvale (L, 0-1) in the eighth. A leadoff walk to Craig Dedelow was followed by a game-tying RBI triple to Yoelqui Cespedes, who was then brought home on an Alex Destino sacrifice fly to put the Barons up 2-1. Three hits, two walks and a hit batsman followed as the Barons eventually stretched the lead to 5-1.
The Blue Wahoos wrap up their series and road trip against the Barons on Sunday.
Written by Erik Bremer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos