Northview Baseball Beats Flomaton; NHS Softball Tops Baker; Pace Over Tate Softball
April 5, 2022
Northview 10, Flomaton 4
The Northview Chiefs stormed past the Flomaton Hurricanes 10-4 Monday in Bratt.
Cason Burkett earned the win on the mound for the Chiefs, going three and a third innings while allowing three hits and one run while striking out four. Jamarkus Jefferson three two and two thirds innings, allowing three hits, three runs and striking out six.
Flomaton’s Will Smith gave up three runs and one hit in two-thirds of an inning. Caleb Silbernagel tossed five and a third innings, surrounding six hits, seven runs and striking out two.
Josh Landis and Kaden Odom led Northview at the plate with two hits each. Jefferson, Wyatt Scruggs and Trent Knighten each added one hit.
Nicholas Turner went 2-4 for Flomaton. Smith, Bradley Freeman, Will Rollin and C. Spann added one hit apiece.
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SOFTBALL
Northview 3, Baker 1
The Northview Chiefs beat the Baker Gators 3-1 Monday night in Baker.
The game was tied at one going into the top of the seventh when Northview’s Payton Gilchrist doubled on a 2-2 count to make it 3-1.
Jamison Gilman pitched a complete game for the Chiefs, allowing three hits and one run while striking out 10.
Kailyn Watson and Chole Ragsdale had two hits each to lead Northview at the plate. Gilchrist, Kaitlin Gafford and Gilman each had one hit.
Pace 6, Tate 0
Pace defeated the Tate Lady Aggies 6-0 Monday night.
Courtney Lundquist went seven innings for Tate, allowing six runs, 10 hits and striking out four.
The Aggies had no hits.
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Anna Adams Named Miss NHS 2022 (With Photo Gallery)
April 5, 2022
Anna Adams was crowned Miss NHS 2022 at Northview High School.
Shelby Cotita was named first runner-up, while Presley Dortch was named second runner-up.
Other award winners were:
- Miss Congeniality: Anna Adams
- Miss Hospitality: Shelby Cotita
- Miss Physical Fitness: Anna Adams
- Miss Poise and Appearance: Nevaeh Brown
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Pictured top: Anna Adams (center) was named Miss NHS. Presley Dortch (left) was second runner-up, and Shelby Cotita (right) was first runner up. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Farm Share Food Distribution Saturday In Century
April 5, 2022
A Farm Share food distribution will take place Saturday morning in Century.
The event at 440 East Hecker Road begins at 8:30 a.m. and continues while food lasts. Vehicle line up begins no earlier than 7:30 a.m.
The food distribution will be drive-thru with a designated space for walk up participants. There are no eligibility requirements; food is available to all in need.
The event is sponsored by Rep. Michelle Salzman, Century Mayor Ben Boutwell, Commissioner Steven Barry, ECUA board member Kevin Stephens and other community partners.
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Tate High Grad Jordan Chase Torrez’s Run On American Idol Comes To An End
April 5, 2022
Tate High School graduate Jordan Chase Torrez’s run on American Idol came to an end Monday.
He did not advance past Monday night’s episode and into the Top 24.
“When all this was going on I was in the darkest place of my life at the time and I prayed so hard for God to just give me a sign. I prayed so hard for God to give me someone that will honestly love me for me and truly believe in me and support me. And you know what God gave me he gave me a whole show FULL Of people who believe in me, love me support me, and they pulled me out of the darkest hole of my life I’ve ever been through,” Torrez wrote in a social media post Monday night.
“I didn’t audition for Idol to go in and win this whole thing I wanted to show the world the real Jordan Chase and showcase my style. And to meet amazing people so it sounds like a win to me.”
And during his American Idol journey, Torrez never forgot his hometown.
“I wanna say thank you to my hometown and my friends and family for pushing me and supporting me this far; you guys never let me down,” he said.
On Sunday night’s episode, platinum ticket winner Kenedi Anderson picked Torrez in American Idol’s “Duets Challenge” as they advanced to Monday night’s show.
Anderson said she picked Torrez because she was obsessed with his voice. The duo performed “Lean on Me” by Bill Withers, and they received a standing ovation from judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie.
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Flomaton’s Zeb Vickery Inks With UAB Football
April 5, 2022
Flomaton High School senior Zeb Vickery signed a letter of intent Monday to play football at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Vickery will play quarterback at UAB.
Vickery will become the third Flomaton Hurricane to actively play Division 1 football. Jackson Dullard is at Troy State, and Daquan Johnson is at Duke.
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Santa Rosa And Escambia, Alabama Schools Closed Tuesday. Escambia, Florida Will Be Open
April 5, 2022
Escambia County (FL) Schools have confirmed that schools will be open on Tuesday.
Santa Rosa County Schools will be closed Tuesday. This closure includes all activities and extracurriculars for Tuesday.
Escambia County (AL) Schools are closed for in-person learning. School will be in session virtually.
Escambia Academy (Canoe, AL) will be closed and all activities are canceled.
Lois Christine Freeman
April 5, 2022
Mrs. Lois Christine Freeman, age 87, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. She has resided most of her life in Jay, FL. She was a member of Jay First Baptist Church. She was retired from Vanity Fair Mills with 24 years of service.
Mrs. Freeman enjoyed the time she got to spend with her family and her church. She enjoyed being an Eastern Star, and gardening. She was always known for speaking what was on her mind!
Mrs. Freeman is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Crocker (Blanch Lowrey) Harrison, one daughter, Tonya Barrow, two husbands, J D Freeman, Murdic Eddins, one grandchild, Brook Eddins, three brothers, and three sisters.
She is survived by her two sons, Mardic (Angela) Eddins, of Century, FL; Liston (Nancy) Eddins, of Montgomery, AL; one daughter, Peggy (Edward) Vann, of Jay, FL; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Jay First Baptist Church at 12:00 PM with Rev. George Fredericks, Jr. officiating.
Burial will follow at Pine Level Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Jay First Baptist Church.
Pallbearers will be Markus Eddins, Kris Eddins, Blake Eddins, Bret Eddins, Bart Eddins, and Ryan Holder.
Ricky Herrera
April 5, 2022
Mr. Ricky Herrera, age 47, passed away, Friday, April 1, 2022 in Atmore, AL. Mr. Herrera was born in McKinny, TX; and has resided most of his life in Atmore, AL. He was employed as a supervisor with Escambia Peanut Company with many years of employment.
Mr. Herrera loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing cornhole. He loved tinkering around with different things. He enjoyed helping people, and he never met a stranger. He was an avid Alabama Football Fan. He loved animals and always took in many.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Camillo Gonzales and Angelita (Sepulveda) Herrera, one son, Ricky Josh Herrera, and grandmother, Cipriana Sepulveda.
He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-nine years, Melissa Herrera, of Atmore, AL; two sons, Isaac “Taco” Bernal, of Atmore, AL; A J (Casey) Campos, of Atmore, AL; two daughters, Jessica (Jason) Love, of Atmore, AL; Kari Herrera, of Atmore, AL; two brothers, John Herrera, of Owatonna, MN; Rubin Herrera, of Atmore, AL; one sister, Monica Herrera, of Twin Cities, MN; thirteen grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Bro. Michael Roley officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Taco Bernal, A J Campos, John Herrera, Herman Lafuente, Mikey Rodriguez, and Jose Louis Medina.
Honorary pallbearers will be Rubin Herrera, Chon Sepulveda, and Greg Phillips.
Arthur “Bud” Lambeth, Jr.
April 5, 2022
Mr. Arthur “Bud” Lambeth, Jr. age 78, passed away, Sunday, April 3, 2022, peacefully at his home in Atmore, AL. He had resided for several years in Flomaton, Al; and has lived in Atmore, AL; since 1986. He was a member of Little Escambia Baptist Church and also served in the United States National Guard for 6 years. He was a “Butcher” for many years around the Atmore area, and retired from Liberty National Insurance with 20 years of service.
Mr. Lambeth valued his time he got to spend with his family. He enjoyed going camping, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed getting outside cooking out for his family and friends and taking care of his yard.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur (Mattie Mae Bedgood) Lambeth, Sr; three brothers, Charles Lambeth, Rufus Lambeth, William Bo Lambeth, three sisters, Alice Rea Lee, Gladys Brunson, and Bernice McHenry.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Judy Lambeth, of Atmore, AL; two sons, Shannon (April) Lambeth, of Fairhope, AL; Michael (Angela) Lambeth, of Monroeville, AL; four grandchildren, Jessica Lambeth, Trent Lambeth, Sara Katherine Lambeth, Ryann Lambeth, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 12:00 PM at Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Doug Odom officiating.
Burial will follow at Little Escambia Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 6, 2022 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be David Kirby, Charlie Rush, Matt Jordan, Pep Parrish, Kenny Rolin, and Russell Hammac.
Beulah Man Arrested On 20 Child Porn Counts
April 4, 2022
A nearly three month child porn investigation has ended with a 22-year old Beulah man.
Cobi Keith Haines was booked into the Escambia County Jail on 20 counts of possession of child pornography. He was released on a $2,000 bond.
On February 16t, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team and Special Victims Unit, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and Homeland Security Investigations served a search warrant at Haines’ residence at 7360 Miranda Sue Boulevard, near Beulah Elementary School.
Items found inside the home revealed Haines had collected child sexual abuse material for several years and was in possession of over 20 files that depicted children as young as three-years-old, being sexually battered or engaged in sexual acts, according to the ECSO.
Investigators said the files depicting child sexual abuse material were found on Haines’ cell phone, as well as a USB drive, which was located by FDLE Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K-9 Maple
The Sheriff’s Office said none of the victims appear to be from the local area.