Tennessee Beats Pensacola 3-0
June 27, 2016
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos bats cooled down against the Tennessee Smokies starting pitcher Paul Blackburn.
Blackburn shut down the Pensacola lineup allowing just two hits in six scoreless innings, walking three and striking out five as the Smokies shut out the Blue Wahoos, 3-0, Sunday at Smokies Park.
Blackburn improved to 5-2 with a 2.35 ERA this year.
The only Pensacola hitters to earn hits in the game were shortstop Alex Blandino (1-4), center fielder Jeff Gelalich (1-3 with walk) and Phillip Ervin (1-3 with walk). They are the top three hitters in the order and Pensacola was 3-28 for the game.
Ervin singled on a bunt back to the pitcher and then stole his 22nd base of the year, which is tied for fifth in the Southern League.
The Blue Wahoos are now 2-2 in the second half and 43-31 overall.
Pensacola starting pitcher Jackson Stephens did work 5.1 innings but gave up three runs on seven hits and five walks, while striking out three. He dropped to 5-6 with a 3.19 earned-run average. James Farris relieved Blackburn and threw two scoreless innings and struck out four. The game was closed by Smokies closer Juan Paniagua, who walked one in one inning and earned his fourth save this season.
In the third inning, Tennessee second baseman Ian Happ doubled in center fielder Jacob Hannemann to put the Smokies up, 1-0.
Tennessee left fielder Trey Martin then laid down a squeeze but that scored right fielder Billy McKinney to put the Smokies ahead, 2-0.
The lead extended to, 3-0, over Pensacola when Tennessee catcher Victor Caratini walked to lead off the sixth inning. Caratini then scored on shortstop Daniel Lockhart’s ground ball single to right field.
Pensacola relievers Jacob Ehret, and Evan Mitchell pitched 2.2 innings of scoreless relief giving up one hit and striking out three. Tennessee pitchers combined to retire 12 Pensacola hitters in a row between the fourth and eighth innings.
Voters Receive New ID Cards
June 27, 2016
Voters in Escambia County were recently mailed a new voter information card from the office of David Stafford, Escambia County Supervisor of Elections.
Voters are strongly encouraged to review their new cards carefully, particularly their party affiliation and polling location. Voters should contact the elections office immediately with any necessary updates.
The new cards have green text making identification of the most current card simpler. The updated card reflects Escambia County’s State Senate District number change to District 1.
Voter information cards are NOT required when voting; Florida requires approved photo and signature ID when voting in person.
First Baptist Of Bratt Honored For Operation Christmas Child Collections
June 27, 2016
Christmas is still several months away, but Christmas was on the mind of church members Sunday at the First Baptist Church of Bratt.
The church has served for the past five years as a collection point for Operation Christmas Child, which provides simple, gift-filled shoe boxes that bring Christmas joy and evangelistic materials to children in countries across the globe.
Sunday, Bethany Daily, Northwest Florida area coordinator for Operation Christmas Child, gave special recognition to Tim Hawsey and Michelle McKinley at the church. Over 2,300 boxes have been collected by the First Baptist Church of Bratt since 2010.
Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Two Molino Residents Injured In Cantonment Crash
June 26, 2016
Two people were injured, one seriously, in a single vehicle accident in Cantonment Saturday afternoon.
The Florida Highway Patrol said 70-year old John Wall of Molino was southbound on River Annex Road approaching Muscogee Road when he lost control of his 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche, left the roadway and struck a tree.
Wall received minor injuries, while his passenger, 53-year old Laura Montoya of Molino, was seriously injured. Both were transported to Baptist Hospital by Escambia County EMS.
The crash was not alcohol related, and both victims were wearing their seat belts, troopers said.
Any charges against Wall are pending, according to the FHP.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Scooter Driver Critical After Beulah Crash
June 26, 2016
The driver of a scooter was critically injured in a wreck Saturday afternoon in Beulah.
Tommy Mitchell, 50, was westbound on Nine Mile Road near Beulah Road in a 2014 Chevrolet Pickup when he turned into the path of a Yamaha Scooter driver by 51-year old Brian J. Moulyet of Pensacola, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Moulyet was airlifted by LifeFlight helicopter to Sacred Heart Hospital in critical condition. Mitchell was not injured.
Mitchell was cited for an improper left turn by the FHP.
FDOT: Weekly Traffic Alerts
June 26, 2016
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.
Escambia County:
- Interstate 10 (I-10)/U.S. 29 Interchange Improvements – The following traffic impacts will occur Sunday, June 26 through Thursday, June 30 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. to allow crews to perform bridge widening work:
- Alternating lane closures on I-10 near U.S. 29 (exits 10A and 10B).
- The U.S. 29 south to I-10 eastbound ramp will be closed. Traffic will be detoured south to make a U-turn at Diamond Dairy Road.
- The U.S. 29 north to I-10 westbound ramp will be closed. Traffic will be detoured north to make a U-turn at Broad Street.
- Drivers are reminded that the speed limit on I-10 near U.S. 29 has been lowered to 50 mph.
Santa Rosa County:
- I-10 Widening – Alternating lane closures, between the Escambia Bay Bridge and S.R. 281 (Avalon Boulevard/Exit 22), Sunday, June 26 through Thursday, June 30 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. as crews continue widening work. In addition, alternating lane closures on Avalon Boulevard near the I-10 interchange for bridge work. Drivers are reminded that the speed limit has been lowered to 60 mph. Be alert for construction vehicles entering and exiting the roadway.
- State Road 87 – Construction crews are building the new northbound bridge across the Yellow River in Milton. Although the river will remain open during construction, boaters and kayakers are encouraged to use extra caution when approaching the bridge.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or re-scheduled in the event of inclement weather. Drivers are reminded to use caution, especially at night, when traveling in a work zone and to watch for construction workers and equipment entering and exiting the roadway.
Vehicle Fire Threatens Mobile Home
June 26, 2016
Firefighters were able to keep a vehicle fire from spreading to a nearby mobile home Saturday near Molino.
The fire was reported to be fully involved and threatening a nearby structure on Casey Lane of Highway 95A. The blaze was quickly brought under control by responding firefighters.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Chance Of Showers Tonight
June 26, 2016
Pictured: Saturday morning’s sunrise is reflected in pool of water in Davisville. Photo by Ditto Gorme for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Monday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 94. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Monday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 89. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tuesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Thursday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91.
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74.
Saturday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75.
Sunday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 92.
Do You Know The Difference Between A Heat Stroke And Heat Exhaustion?
June 26, 2016
The following graphc from the National Weather Service, explains the difference between a heat stroke and heat exhaustion, and it details how to treat each.
Northview’s Ward Attending Super Combine In Dallas
June 26, 2016
Luke Ward from Northview High School is attending the Blue-Grey National Super Combine this weekend at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Ward led Northview last year with 407 rushing yards, 331 receiving yards and nine touchdowns.
In April, Ward represented the Alabama region as wide receiver and attended the Blue-Grey Combine held at Cramton Bowl, in Montgomery where he earned the broad jump award with the longest distance at 10’0”. He also had a 4.47 recorded time in the 40, and 4.59 in the shuttle.
“It’s a real honor to be selected to participate in this. I’m excited to visit the AT&T Stadium, and I hope to represent my school well.” Ward said.
If Ward performs well enough in Dallas, he will be in position to be selected to play in one of the Blue-Grey National All-American Bowls played and televised at four NFL locations in January.