Hot, Slight Chance Of Scattered Afternoon Showers
June 24, 2025
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Calm wind.
Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. North wind around 5 mph becoming northeast in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 4am, then a slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Thursday: A slight chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Friday: A chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. High near 90. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. High near 90. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Sunday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Monday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 88. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Monday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 87. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Escambia Sheriff’s Office To Host Fraud Prevention Class
June 24, 2025
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office will host a class titled “Shield Against Scams: A Citizen’s Guide to Fraud Prevention” on July 17 from 10 a.m. until noon.
ECSO Economics Crimes investigators will discuss current scame trents. The class will also include a “Seniors v. Crimes” presentation made by the Office of the Attorney General.
Space is limited. To register, click here. Registration is required.
Tulip Road Closed Today Between Florida And Alabama
June 24, 2025
Tulip Road west of Century will be closed today for utility work.
Central Water Works said Tulip Road will be closed from Highway 4A in Florida to Old Atmore Road in Alabama (where the name changes to Tulip Street). The closure is scheduled to last from 9 a.m. until about 2 p.m.
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Dedicated Youth Sports Advocate Murray Johnson Of Atmore Passes Away
June 24, 2025
The Atmore community and beyond is mourning the loss of Murray Johnson, known for his passionate support of youth sports.
Carlton Murray Johnson, Sr., 86, passed away peacefully with his family by his side.
Johnson sold insurance in Atmore for decades.
Murray’s commitment to youth sports in Atmore was unmatched. In 1968, he co-founded the Atmore Pee Wee Football League and served as its president for many years. That same year, he became involved with the local baseball league, where he coached and mentored young athletes. In 1973, Murray became president of both the Atmore Cal Ripken League and the Atmore Babe Ruth League, serving in those roles until 2023. He held the position of Babe Ruth League District Commissioner for Area 10 for an incredible 52 years. Murray oversaw and organized numerous district and state baseball tournaments, creating opportunities for young athletes to showcase their talents and fostering a sense of community among players, coaches, and families.
His civic contributions extended beyond sports. Murray was a past president of the Atmore High School Quarterback Club and served as Drive Chairman and board member of the Atmore United Fund. He was also a dedicated member of the Atmore Education Revenue Committee from 1971 to 2003. His passion for healthcare advocacy led him to serve as county co-chair for the Lurleen B. Wallace Cancer Center Hospital in Birmingham. In 2016, Murray received the Atmore Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award.
A celebration of life for Murray Johnson will be held on Saturday, June 28, at the First Baptist Church of Atmore at 1:30 p.m. until service time of 3 p.m.
Murray Johnson is survived by his wife of 68 years, Jean, three children and numerous other family members.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made to the City of Atmore Recreation Department, P. O. Drawer 1297, Atmore, AL 36504.
For the complete obituary, click here.
Woman Sentenced To Life In Prison For Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Of Escambia Jail Cellmate
June 24, 2025
A 43-year-old woman has now been sentenced to life in state prison for the 2022 fentanyl overdose death of her cellmate at the Escambia County Jail.
An Escambia County grand jury indicted 40-year-old Pamela Faye Schwarz was convicted of first degree murder by unlawful distribution of drugs, introduction of contraband into a detention facility, and tampering with evidence.
According to Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons, Schwarz was remanded into custody from drug court and taken to the Escambia County Jail last May and placed into a cell with a 52-year-old female later identified as Shirley Barney. There was no one else in the cell.
Prosecutors contend that the Defendant smuggled fentanyl and para-fluorofentanyl (synthetic fentanyl) into the jail and gave it to her cellmate who later died from an overdose of the drugs.
Instead of calling for help, Sheriff Chip Simmons said Schwarz helped her cellmate into bed before flushing the rest of the drugs down the toilet.
Several hours later, the victim was found unresponsive. Her death was caused by a fentanyl overdose, according to the Medical Examiner’s Office.
Jorey Diamond Back As Jay Baseball Head Coach
June 24, 2025
Longtime Jay High School Coach Jorey Diamond is returning as head baseball coach, marking his third time leading the Royals baseball program.
Diamond will continue to serve as the head coach of the varsity girls’ basketball team.
“We’re excited to have Coach Diamond back at the hehn of our baseball team,” said Jay High Principal Benjie West. “His leadership on and off the field is invaluable, and we’re confident he’ ll continue to build on our proud legacy.”
Diamond’s last stint as head baseball coach was 2019 with time as an assistance since.
Last season, Jay baseball went 17-13 with a loss to Holmes County in the Rural finals, losing both games in the best-of-three series.
Diamond replaces Duane Raley who left after last season. His son, Justin Raley headed across the Escambia River to take the head coaching job at Northview High School.
Slight Chance Of Showers Tonight; Hot For Tuesday
June 23, 2025
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the morning.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Calm wind.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 106. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming northeast in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Thursday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Friday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Saturday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72.
Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Cantonment’s Maxed Out Wins 8U Pensacola Beach World Series
June 23, 2025
The Maxed Out baseball team from Cantonment won the 8U Pensacola Beach World Series over the weekend at NEP ballpark. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Flomaton Man Killed In ATV Crash
June 23, 2025
An ATV crash Saturday claimed the life of a Flomaton man.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said the single-vehicle crash involving an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) occurred at approximately 6:24 p.m. Saturday on Upper Creek Road near Wolf Log Road, about four miles north of Flomaton. Christopher G. Lambeth, 34, was fatally injured when the 2021 Polaris 1000 ATV he was operating left the roadway and struck a fence.
Troopers said Lambeth was not using a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Troopers with ALEA Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
Cantonment Woman Charged With Altering Check Deposited At Local Credit Union
June 23, 2025
A Cantonment woman was arrested on two felony charges after allegedly depositing an altered check at a local credit union.
Shaytrasia Traonna James, 19, was charged with grand theft and uttering a false instrument.
Harvesters Federal Credit Union alleged James deposited a check for $8,812.09 with the payee altered from “Hilldrup Moving and Storage” to “Shaytrasia James.” Harvester’s was required to return the money to Northeast Bank.
James told deputies that she did not realize that her name was forged on the check. She said she was approached by a local man and a second man she did not know who said they did not have bank accounts and asked James to deposit the check for them, according to an arrest report.
James was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $5,000 bond.