Century Woman Charged With Cocaine Trafficking
July 12, 2021
A Century woman was charged with trafficking cocaine after the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office served a search warrant last week.
The warrant was served in the 7500 block of Cobb Lane off Diamond Dairy Road where 391 grams of powdered and crack cocaine were found in a bedroom occupied by 28-year old Coral Diahn Bowman, according to the ECSO. Deputies also reported finding scales, baggies and firearm.
Bowman was charged with first degree felony trafficking cocaine, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of drug paraphernalia. She was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $116,000 bond.
Register Now For Tate Youth Football Camp
July 12, 2021
Registration is open now for the 2021 Tate Youth Football Camp, which will be held July 19-20 from 5-8 p.m.
The camp will be directed by the Tate coaching staff, assisted by Tate football players. This is an opportunity to work on fundamentals, practice agility, run through drills and learn about being part of a team.
The cost is $50 in advance, or $60 on the day of the camp. Attendees will receive a t-shirt. No football equipment will be needed. Cleats are recommended but not required.
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Summer Toy Giveaway Saturday In Walnut Hill; Parents Must Register Now
July 12, 2021
A summer toy giveaway will be held Saturday in Walnut Hill, but parents must register now.
The Toys for Tots event will be held Saturday, July 17 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Walnut Hill Community Center at 7850 Highway 97 for children ages 2-17. Children must be present and accompanied by a parent.
Parents must register in advance by calling Chandra Fountain at (850) 501-8217.
Florida Gas Prices Hold Steady Over The Past Week
July 12, 2021
Florida gas prices held steady during the past week, with drivers paying an average of $3.01 per gallon.
The average price per gallon in Escambia County was $2.99. In North Escambia, a low of $2.83 could be found at a Highway 29 station in Cantonment. In Pensacola, the lowest price Sunday night was $2.83 at the two warehouse clubs and a station on Nine Mile Road.
“Crude oil prices fluctuated last week, but ultimately evened out. So it’s likely these elevated gas prices will hang around for the near future,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA — The Auto Club Group.
Wahoos Knock 10 Hits In 10-4 Series Finale Win Over M-Braves
July 12, 2021
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos ambushed the M-Braves early and avoided a six-game sweep with a resounding 10-4 win at Trustmark Park on Sunday afternoon.
The Wahoos were off the the perfect start scoring five times before Edward Cabrera (W, 2-1) ever took the mound. M-Brave starter Spencer Strider (L, 1-2) struggled mightily with his command, walking five consecutive batters to put the Wahoos 2-0.
After a sac fly from Galli Cribbs, John Nunez and Devin Hairston tallied back-to-back run-scoring singles to put Pensacola up 5-0.
For a moment the Wahoos lead was in peril. Mississippi scored four times in the bottom of the fourth after hitting for the cycle as a team against Cabrera. Drew Lugbauer hit a two-run homer, Jefrey Ramos laced an RBI triple and Jalen Miller made it 5-4 with an RBI double.
After the first, Mississippi would not score again. Cabrera and the Wahoos bullpen held the M-Braves to a total of two hits over the final eight innings. Pensacola’s starter finished the game having thrown 85 pitches across 5.1 innings. He struck out seven and walked only one en route to his second win with the Wahoos.
The bottom of the lineup contributed a lion-share of the offense. Pensacola’s 5-9 hitters went 8-for-18 with nine RBIs and five runs scored. J.D. Osborne launched his first homer of the season in the win while Connor Justus and JJ Bleday each had at least one walk and one double.
The Blue Wahoos will now head home in preparation for their six-game showdown against the Chattanooga Lookouts. The series begins on Tuesday.
Updated: Two People Killed In Highway 97 Head-On Crash Sunday Morning
July 11, 2021
Two people died in a three-vehicle wreck on Highway 97 Sunday morning near Molino. One other person was critically injured.
The crash occurred about 9:40 a.m. at the intersection of Highway 97 and Gibson Road, about 3.5 miles north of Highway 29.
The Florida Highway Patrol said a Ford SUV was southbound on Highway 97 approaching the intersection with Gibson Road when the driver crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a white Chevrolet pickup truck that was northbound. Another pickup truck collided with the rear of the white pickup.
The passenger in the Ford Explorer, a 60-year old Cantonment woman, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the SUV, a 65-year old Cantonment man, was critically injured.
A 62-year old Cantonment man driving the white pickup truck was pronounced deceased. His dog also died in the crash.
The 46-year old Cantonment man driving the third pickup truck was not injured.
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The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash. Highway 97 was closed for several hours by the wreck.
FHP no longer releases the names of traffic crash victims.
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Three Children Died In An Easter Morning 2001 Fire At Katie Mae Marshall’s Walnut Hill Home. Saturday, A New Park Was Dedicated In Her Honor.
July 11, 2021
Katie Mae Marshall loved the Lord, and she loved children.
She lived on North Cypress Street in Walnut Hill in a modest mobile home, always taking care of children that needed a place to stary on about $800 a month. She provided them love, and raised them by the Bible. Neighborhood children knew they were always welcome.
Always love, always laughter at Miss Katie Mae’s house on that dusty dirt road.
Until about 3 a.m. on Easter morning 2001.
A raging fire swept through that modest mobile home with 10 children inside. Nine-year old Laura Marshall, eight-year old Jason Richardson, and his three-year old brother Floyd Richardson did not survive.
Saturday, 20 years after that horrible fire, the ribbon was cut on a new Escambia County Park dedicated in her honor — the Katie Mae Marshall Memorial Park. Once again, Miss Katie Mae, who passed away a decade ago, is again bringing the laughter of children back to North Cypress Street.
“Neighborhood children knew they were always welcomed to Miss Marshall’s home. She had a compassion for children that cannot be explained. Without hesitation the community thought it would be befitting to name the park in her honor,” said Chandra Fountain, who helped bring the park to reality.
“Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others, and she treated people with love and respect no matter who you were,” Marshall’s son Jerry Russell told NorthEscambia.com in an email.
“She was well known in and outside of the community from a helping hand to simply a sweet inspiring conversation. It didn’t take much to make her happy — a phone call, a card, a visit, or a kiss before saying good night. She lived to make our lives better and was proud to do so,” Russell continued. “She raised a lot of kids and touched a lot of hearts … this memorial park will continue to carry on her love that she had for the community.”
The Katie Mae Marshall Memorial Park is located at 39 North Cypress Street in Walnut Hill, just north of Arthur Brown Road (click to map). Escambia County constructed the park on a small parcel of land owned by the county.
“It’s the first step. Over the next couple of years, we think we can continue adding,” Escambia County Commissioner Steven Barry told a small crowd at Saturday morning’s ribbon cutting. “Your community was in need of one (a park), and we are glad to be able to put that on the ground.”
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Must See Amazing Photos: Fly With The Blue Angels Over Pensacola Beach
July 11, 2021
These amazing photos show the Blue Angels from the air during the Pensacola Beach Air Show this past week. Check out the photo gallery and ride along.
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One Charged In Saturday Escambia County Murder
July 11, 2021
One person has been charged with a weekend shooting death in Escambia County.
Brandian Darnell Lyons, 36, was charged with second degree homicide, firing a weapon into a vehicle or building, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. He was booked into the Escambia County Jail without bond.
Lyons allegedly shot and killed a man Saturday in the 3100 block of Fayal Drive, near Blue Angel Parkway at Muldoon Road. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office was called to the area in reference to a shots fired call about 5:25 a.m.
The name of the victim and other details have not been released by the ECSO.
Vacation Bible School Scheduled This Month At Several Area Churches
July 11, 2021
Vacation Bible School is a summertime tradition for many area children that is returning this year. Here is a list of upcoming VBS events in the North Escambia area. To add a VBS to this list and our Events Page, email news@northescambia.com.
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church VBS
Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church will host VBS this year July 11-16 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. with a light snack provided each night. On Thursday evening, July 15 VBS will be held at the Nadiine McCaw Park on Highway 29 in Century. Ray’s Chapel is located at 170 Bogia Road in McDavid.
First Baptist Church of Bratt VBS
First Baptist Church of Bratt will host “Destination Dig” VBS July 12 – 16, from 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. for ages three thru fifth grade. The Family Celebration will be Friday, July 16, at 12 noon complete with hot dogs and a water slide. The church is located at 4570 West Hwy 4 in Bratt.
Gonzalez United Methodist VBS
Gonzalez United Methodist will hold “Destination Dig” Vacation BIble School July 12-16 from 6-8 p.m. nightly. Register at https://vbspro.events/p/events/ece863
Faith Bible Baptist Church VBS
Faith Bible Baptist Church at 5801 North Century Blvd. will hold “Faith Factory” Vacation Bible School July 12-16 from 6-8:30 p.m. for ages 5-12. For info or bus transportation, call (850) 256-5483.
Allen Memorial United Methodist Church VBS
Allen Memorial United Methodist Church, 206 Pace Parkway Cantonment, will host VBS “Knights of North Castle”, Thursday and Friday, July 22- 23 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m and Saturday, July 24, from 9 a.m. until noon. Lunch provided on Thursday and Friday. Ages K-5.
Highland Baptist Church VBS
Highland Baptist Church will host a Rocky Railway VBS this year July 26 – July 30 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. There will be games, missions, and snack served each night. Highland Baptist Church is located at 6240 Hwy 95A North, Molino, FL 32577. For more information, you can interact via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hbcmolino, visit: http://www.hbcmolino.com/ or call 850.587.5174.