Police Ask For Public’s Help In Finding Double Shooting Suspect
October 14, 2009
Atmore Police are asking for the public’s help in finding a man they say shot two people — including a juvenile shot in the back.
Charles Franklin Jones, 21, of Atmore, is wanted in connection with the shootings Saturday night. At 9:09 p.m. the Atmore Police Department received calls that shots had been fired on Jones Street in Atmore.
“The responding officer was one block away when he arrived at the scene where he found four males running south on Jones Street,” said Director of Public Safety Glenn Carlee. The approaching officer discovered that two of the four males had been shot.
James Hudson Jr., 20, suffered a gunshot wound to his upper leg. He was transported by ambulance to Atmore Community Hospital and then transferred by helicopter to the USA Medical Center in Mobile. The second victim, a juvenile, was shot in the back. He was transported by ambulance to Atmore Community Hospital and transferred by helicopter to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Both victims were released the following day.
The four males were walking on Jones Street when Charles Jones approached Hudson. “Jones then allegedly shot Hudson in the upper leg, as the remaining individuals began to run, Jones then fired his weapon three more times striking the juvenile in the back,” Carlee said.
“Investigators have spoken with Charles Jones by telephone where he indicated that he would turn himself in to police, but has failed to do so,” Carlee said. An arrest warrant has been issued for Charles Jones for assault first degree.
Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Jones or that has information on the incident is asked to call the Atmore Police Department at (251) 368-9141.
Pictured: Charles Franklin Jones in a September 2007 file photo. Submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Good Chance Of Rain Today
October 14, 2009
There’s a good chance of showers and maybe even a thunderstorm for your Wednesday, with rain chances continuing through Thursday night.
A strong cold front will clear the rain out Thursday night, and a dry north wind will usher in cooler temperatures by Friday.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Today: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 81. Southwest wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West wind around 5 mph.
- Thursday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. West wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
- Thursday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Northwest wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, with a high near 71. North wind between 10 and 15 mph.
- Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 72. North wind between 5 and 10 mph.
- Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48. North wind around 10 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 70.
- Sunday Night: Clear, with a low around 50.
- Monday: Sunny, with a high near 76.
Flu Shots Will Available Today In Walnut Hill
October 12, 2009
Seasonal flu shots will be available Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Walnut Hill Community Center at 7850 Highway 97.
Medicare will be accepted. Otherwise, the $24.99 payment must be made in cash or check. Credit Cards will not be accepted. The event is sponsored by the Walnut Hill Ruritan Club.
Dress Backwards And Tacky: It’s Spirit Week At Ernest Ward Middle School
October 12, 2009
This is “Spirit Week” at Ernest Ward Middle School.
Students are encouraged to dress to match a certain theme each day. The themes are:
- Monday — Tacky Day
- Tuesday – Backwards Day
- Wednesday – College Day
- Thursday – Blue & Gold Day
- Friday — Camo Day
The Eagles will hold a pep rally Thursday afternoon at 3:15 to get ready for a home football game against T.R. Miller at 6 p.m. The week will end with a Spirit Week Dance in the school gym from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday.
Grab The Umbrella
October 12, 2009
A cold front that passed through the area over the weekend is coming back to visit as a warm front, bringing humidity and chance of showers back to North Escambia. But by next weekend, forecasters are calling for lows dipping into the 40’s.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
- Columbus Day: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. High near 85. South wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
- Tonight: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Tuesday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming south. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
- Tuesday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
- Wednesday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Wednesday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Thursday: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 84. West wind between 5 and 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
- Thursday Night: Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. West wind between 5 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
- Friday: Isolated showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. North wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
- Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
- Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 70.
- Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 45.
- Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 74.
Several Churches Celebrate Homecomings Today
October 11, 2009
Several North Escambia area churches will hold homecoming services on Sunday.
Services include:
Christian Home FWB Homecoming
Homecoming services will be held at Christian Home Freewill Baptist Church on Sunday, October 11 at 10 a.m. with Tony McCullough. Lunch will follow. Afternoon singing with the Rowell Family. No Sunday School classes.
Dry Springs Community Church Homecoming
Dry Springs Community Church on Pineville Road in Walnut Hill will have a Homecoming on Sunday, October 11. Sunday morning services will begin at 11 and lunch will follow. Every is invited to attend. For more information, contact Kim at (850) 712-6588.
Canoe United Methodist Homecoming
Homecoming services will be held at Canoe United Methodist Church in Canoe, Alabama, on Sunday, October 11. Guest speaker will be William Armstrong, former pastor from 1985-1986. Everyone is welcome. Services begin at 11 a.m. with a covered dish luncheon following the service.
Beulah Chapel Homecoming
Beulah Chapel Assembly of God will hold Homecoming services on Sunday, October 11 at 10:45 a.m. Former pastor Mike Daniel will be the guest speaker, and Joyful Sound will minister in song. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Crabtree Church Annual Homecoming
The annual Crabtree Church Homecoming will be held Sunday, October 11 with a worship service at 11 a.m. with Rev. R. Jack Taylor. Dinner on the grounds will follow. The homecoming will be held at the site of the former Crabtree Church at the corner of Crabtree Church and Gibson Roads in Molino.
Jay, Tate To Perform At Band Competition Today
October 10, 2009
The Florida Bandmasters Association Music Performance Assesment for Marching Bands will be held today at Milton High School.
Sixteen bands from Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties will perform their halftime shows, including Tate and Jay high schools. The first band takes to the field at 2:30 p.m. and the last performs at 7:30 p.m. Results will be announced at 8:15 p.m.
Jay High School will perform at 3:15 p.m and Tate’s Show Band of the South will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Concessions will be available throughout the day. For more information, call (850) 983-5611.
Preview: NHS Chiefs Vs. Holmes County; Can You Spell Yuhasz?
October 9, 2009
Northview (3-1, 2-1) is still in the running for a playoff berth in District 1-1A, and the Chiefs plan to keep it that way with another district win on the road tonight against Holmes County (1-3, 1-3).
The Holmes County Blue Devils have had a couple of almost-good games this year, but they have been unable to keep their momentum going for an entire game. They are coming off a 37-27 loss last week to South Walton. South Walton is the only team to beat Northview this year, with a 14-6 win over the Chiefs back on 9/11.
There are two undefeated teams in District 1-1 — South Walton (5-0, 4-0) and Freeport (3-1, 3-0). But that will change tonight; the two teams square off in Freeport. The Chiefs will have a go at Freeport next week in Bratt.
The Chiefs are coming off a 34-14 win over Baker last week with 209 yards.
Can You Spell Yuhasz?
Holmes County is expected to learn how to spell Yuhasz tonight; The Chiefs have led on the ground this year by #4 Dustin Yuhasz with 49 rushes for 357 yards and four touchdowns. Jeremy Jackson is also expected to be strong against Holmes County; he has picked up 228 yards on 41 runs this year for three TD’s. One other NHS player, La’Mikal Kyles, has topped 100 yards this season; Kyles has two touchdowns and 165 yards on the ground on 23 carries. He also has completed one pass for another 20 yards.
The Chiefs have not had a huge passing game this season, completing four of 18 attempts for 69 yards. Brad Lowery has completed 3 of 14 (21.4%) for 52 yards. Brandon Sheets has completed 1 of 4 (25%) passing attempts for 17 yards.
On the defensive side, Holmes County will have to face a half dozen Chiefs with double digit tackles so far this season: Steven Long with 17; Shawn Knight with 13; Devin Moorer with 12; KaDaris Grice, Taylor Martin, Levi Gideons and Anthony Pierce with 10 tackles each.
Our prediction: The long trip home from Bonifay will be sweet for the Chiefs; Northview moves closer to the playoffs, 27-18 over Holmes County.
Pictured top: Dustin Yuhasz (#4) is flanked by Ka’Daris Grice (#3) and Brad Lowery (#12). Pictured inset: Yuhasz watches a recent game from the sidelines. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.
Gospel Concert Tonight In Molino
October 9, 2009
There will a special gospel concert tonight in Molino featuring traditional and Southern gospel music.
The concert will feature The Hendersons, Endless Praise and Lookin’ Up, at 7 p.m. at Victory Assembly of God on Highway 29 in Molino. There is no admission fee; a love offering will be received. For more information, call (850) 587-2295.
Pictured: The Hendersons, submitted photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Big Fun: Talent Show Tonight At Ernest Ward
October 9, 2009
The Drama Club at Ernest Ward Middle School will host a Talent Show at 7:00 tonight.
There will be a variety of acts including singing, dancing, playing instruments and even a couple of comedy routines. The audience will be allowed to participate in the voting. Audience members can purchase votes for 50 cents.
Tickets for the talent show can be purchased at the school today for $3, or $4 at the door.