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Championship hopes end as Bulldogs fall to Leroy
By JOSH FRYE News Sports Writer J.U. Blacksher’s combination of dominating pitching, steady defense and precision hitting failed to materialize during an April 19 doubleheader sweep by Leroy High in the AHSAA playoffs. The hopes of a state championship also disappeared as the Bulldogs lost to the Bears by scores of 5-4 and 4-1. “Unfortunately, the results didn’t go our way,” head coach Justin Mixon said. “Each and every player…
Pickens Pirates scuttle EA’s season
By JOSH FRYE News Sports Writer Despite a strong pitching performance from Parker Robinson in the first game, Escambia Academy’s Cougars were swept by Pickens Academy in the AISA regional baseball playoffs. Robinson struck out 11, allowed just 5 hits and walked three batters during the opener of the April 19 postseason doubleheader. Despite holding off the Pirates until the ninth inning, EA was not able to generate a win…
Alabama the Beautiful
As the weather continues to warm and summer temperatures approach, I am reminded of the incredible natural beauty that lies here in Alabama. For many schools throughout Southwest Alabama, April marked Spring Break for students and teachers, and so many families take advantage of that time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors throughout our state. As a hunter and outdoorsman, I know the importance of managing our wildlife…
PCI hazardous materials collection is Saturday
News Staff Report Poarch Creek Indians Environmental Department will conduct a household hazardous waste collection day this Saturday, April 27, from 8 a.m. until noon. The event, open to all residents of Poarch and the surrounding area, is for household waste and electronics only. Large quantities of items from business, farms or other commercial operations will not be accepted. Items may be brought to Poarch Creek Fire Station No. 1,…
GECA to present ‘Odd Couple’
News Staff Report You may remember the movie with Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon, or you may remember the television series with Jack Klugman and Tony Randall. If you watched “The Odd Couple” on the big screen or the small screen, you probably enjoyed Felix and Oscar. Now you can see them on stage. The Greater Escambia Council for the Arts is presenting “The Odd Couple” in May. Director Ellen…