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Blue Wahoos, Biscuits Postponed In Montgomery

Tuesday’s game between the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and Montgomery Biscuits was postponed due to wet grounds at Riverwalk Stadium.

The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Thursday in Montgomery, with first pitch of game one scheduled for 4:05 p.m.

The doubleheader will consist of two seven-inning games, with game two starting approximately 30 minutes after the conclusion of game one.

Molino Man Charged With Grand Theft For Alleged Stolen Bass Boat

A Molino man was charged this week in connection with the theft of a bass boat last month.

Richard Allen Newcomer, 42, was charged with felony grand theft after Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputies reportedly located the stolen vessel at his residence.

The investigation began on July 13, when deputies responded to a report of a stolen 15-foot 1989 Blazer bass boat from a property  in Escambia County. The boat, valued at $1,000, was equipped with an Evinrude outboard engine and sat on a black metal trailer. The victim informed deputies that the boat had been taken during the early morning hours.

A neighbor reported hearing a loud scraping sound around 4 a.m. on the day of the theft. He then observed a dark-colored pickup truck pulling a damaged trailer with a boat on it. A large scrape mark on the roadway leading from the victim’s property corroborated his account.

Further investigation led deputies to identify Newcomer as the suspect. Deputies later located the stolen boat and a dark-colored pickup truck matching the witness’s description at Newcomer’s residence on Schifko Road.

After being read his Miranda rights, Newcomer claimed a man named “Boone”had brought the boat to him for repairs, and he was unaware it was stolen. Deputies subsequently identified and located “Boone”, and he was eliminated as a suspect.

Newcomer was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $5,000 bond.

New Church School Planned In Walnut Hill

A new school is planned in Walnut Hill as a joint project by two churches.

Walnut Hill School is proposed for nearly 65 acres in the 5000 block of Sandy Hollow Road. Most of the property is owned jointly by the Southern Harbor Mennonite Church on West Highway 4 and the Walnut Hill Mennonite Church on Highway 97.

Plans filed with Escambia County show the project includes an 18,000 square foot school building with a gravel parking lot and a stormwater pond. Access to the school will only be from Sandy Hollow Road.

The new building, if approved and constructed, is set replace the aging Walnut Hill School located on Highway 97.

The proposal is in staff review status is not yet set for a public meeting before the Escambia County Development Review Committee.

Council On Aging Cuts Senior Meal Program By One Day Per Week

The Council on Aging of Northwest Florida has reduced its free lunch program from five days per week to four. The program currently serves over 400 senior citizens at 17 locations.

The Council says inflation is the likely behind the cuts. As grocery prices rise, there’s more demand for the senior meals, and in turn it costs more to provide them. The total funding for the program is limited.

While Fridays are cut for now to save money, they hope to go back to five-day a week service in the fall.

The Meals on Wheels program, which delivers frozen meals on a weekly basis, has not been cut.

The  senior dining sites are located:

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

Century Senior Center

6025 Industrial Boulevard
Century, FL 32535
(850) 287-1088
Hours: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Serving Time: 11:00 AM

Beulah Senior Center

7425 Woodside Rd.
Pensacola, FL 32526
(850) 941-6057
Hours: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Serving Time: 11:15 AM

Ahepa296 Senior Apartments

3835 Creighton Rd.
Pensacola, FL 32504
Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Many Escambia County School Orientations Are Wednesday, Thursday

Many orientation sessions  for public schools in Escambia County will be held Wednesday and Thursday.

Here is the schedule:

ORIENTATIONS

Elementary

• All Schools: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Middle School

• 6th Grade Orientation (except Ernest Ward): Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Ernest Ward Middle School – Thursday, August 7, 2025 – 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

High Schools

• Tate High 9th grade – Thursday, August 7, 2025 – 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Northview High – Thursday, August 7, 2025 – 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Pensacola High – previously held Wednesday, July 30
• Escambia High — previously held July 31
• Booker T. Washington High 9th grade – previously held Monday, August 4
• Pine Forest High – Saturday, August 9, 2025 – 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• West Florida High 9th grade – Saturday, August 9, 2025 – 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Century Reports Large Spill At Wastewater Plant, The Second In Just Over A Week

The Town of Century on Monday, reported a 7,000 gallon spill at its wastewater treatment plant, according to a report filed with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

The town reported that a bypass pump malfunctioned, causing the spill between 5 p.m. Sunday and 7 a.m. Monday.

It’s the second large spill at the plant in just over a week. The town reported a 5,000 gallon spill occurred on July 25 after effluent pumps at the facility on Jefferson Avenue had an electrical issue that caused the treated wastewater to spill for seven and a half hours.

Both spills, according to the reports, were cleaned by applying lime.

Pictured: The Century Wastewater Treatment Plant. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.

Man With Two Drones, Contraband Arrested Near Atmore Prison

A man was arrested by state authorities with contraband near the Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore.

Jesse Mainor was charged with attempting to elude, illegal drone use on prison property and prohibited activities.

The Alabama Department of Corrections said a K-9 officer noticed a suspicious vehicle on Poarch Creek property adjacent to Fountain during routine patrol. The vehicle entered state property and a suspect, later identified as Mainor, exited the vehicle.

Officials said as the officer approached, Mainor got back in the vehicle and fled. The officer, with backup from another K-9 officer and the Poarch Police Department, pursued the suspect for approximately five miles. The pursuit ended when Mainor entered a dead end road and surrendered.

ADOC said Mainor had a drone in his possession with a controller found near his vehicle. Officers said a second drone and a backpack containing contraband was discovered at the initial site where Mainor was spotted.

The investigation is ongoing and additional charges may be pending, ADOC said.

Escambia County Firefighters Rescue Kitten From Car Engine

Escambia County Fire Rescue worked Monday morning to rescue what has become a furry new friend. The kitten was stuck in the engine compartment of a vehicle. Firefighters removed several plates from under the vehicle to reach the kitten. The little kitten was rescued unharmed and is now in the care of a family member of an ECFR firefighter. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Chance Of Showers And Thunderstorms, High In The Middle 80s

Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:

Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 84. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 10pm, then a chance of showers between 10pm and 1am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Cloudy, then gradually becoming partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. Calm wind.

Thursday: A slight chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Thursday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly clear, with a low around 71. Calm wind.

Friday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly clear, with a low around 72. Calm wind.

Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 72.

Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 73.

Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Charles Marion Cooper

Mr. Charles Marion Cooper, who was 61 years old, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025, in Atmore, Alabama. He was born in Pensacola, Florida, but spent most of his life in Bratt, Florida. Mr. Cooper was a valued member of the Bratt First Baptist Church, where he brought joy and support to his community. His presence will be missed by all who knew him.

He had a vibrant personality that lit up every room, he was a beloved figure in the community, known for his infectious enthusiasm for life. An avid Alabama football fan, he spent countless weekends cheering on his favorite team at games, often surrounded by friends and family who cherished his spirited nature. His grandchildren were the brightest part of his life, bringing him endless joy and happiness. He loved spending time with them, whether it was playing games, telling stories, or just enjoying a quiet moment together. Beyond the thrill of sports, he was a dedicated prankster who could always be counted on for a good laugh. His love for helping others shone through in his community work—whether it was lending a hand with yard work or providing meals for those in need. For many years, he worked at Cooper Grocery Store, where he not only delivered fresh produce to local stores but also created lasting friendships, as he never met a stranger. Passionate about connecting with others, he traveled across the region offering payment solutions to local businesses, always emphasizing the importance of community and connection in all he did.

Mr. Cooper is preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Doris Troutman Cooper; son, Bryant “Coop” Cooper; brother, Carl Cooper.

He is survived by his loving wife, Dianne Cooper of Bratt, Florida; son, Austin (Lorri) Cooper of Bratt, Florida; step-daughter, Kayla Kresta of Bratt, Florida; sister, Judy (Robert) Gilmore of Pensacola, Florida; three grandchildren, Ella Chason, Lakelyn Chason and Ava Jane Cooper; numerous cousins.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC., Reverend Josh Long officiating.

Burial will follow at Godwin Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC.

Pallbearers will be Bill Smith, Wesley Webb, Mark Lewis, Byron Vaughn, Greg Vaughn, Todd Wiggins, and Mike DIgmon.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Steve McGill, Mark McGill, and Bryan McGill

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