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Molino Man Accused Of Forcing His Way Into Home Of Ex-wife
A Molino man was arrested by Pensacola Police after allegedly forcing his way into the home of his ex-wife and pushing her.
Fletcher Allan McCullough, 50, was charged with felony burglary with assault or battery and misdemeanor batter after the incident.
The victim told police that she had been separated from McCullough for about 2.5 years, and [...]
Board Of Adjustment Decision Postponed On New Molino Road Cell Phone Tower
Wednesday, the Escambia County Board of Adjustment postponed action until next month on a conditional use request for a cell phone tower in the 4300 block of Molino Road.
The delay was at the request of Integrisite as they seek approval for a tower to be located on just less than an acre subsection of a [...]
Cantonment House Fire Leaves Five Without A Home
Five people, including three children, were left without a home after a house fire Wednesday morning in Cantonment.
Flames were shooting from the windows of the brick home when firefighters arrived at the corner of Booker and Callaway streets just after 9 a.m.
There were no injuries reported, but the home suffered major damage. The cause of [...]
Mayor, Councilman Seek To Control Information Flow From Century
For the second time, Century’s mayor and a council member are seeking to control the flow of information from the town.
“Anything concerning me and Seat 2…I want a heads up…if the council is on television, on in a newspaper, or on William’s NorthEscambia saying that they are speaking for the council, I want to be [...]
Forest Service: Cool, Dry Weather Increases Wildfire Risk
Our recent cool, dry weather has led to an increased wildfire risk.
As northwest Florida is starting to reach the peak of its year-round wildfire season, officials with the Florida Forest Service are asking residents to be careful if they choose to burn yard debris.
“This cold front has brought cooler temperatures and lower humidity into the area,” said [...]
Fire Heavily Damages Flomaton Home; Puppy Saved From Blaze
Fire heavily damaged a brick home on Old Foshee Road north of Flomaton Tuesday afternoon.
Heavy flames were coming from the garage area of the home when firefighters arrived shortly after 3 p.m.
There were no injuries reported and no word on the cause of the fire. Firefighters were able to save a puppy from the blaze.
The [...]
Kidnapping, Sexual Assault Suspect Named
UPDATE: A man that allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted a woman overnight is behind bars.
Joshua James Edwards, age 37 of Pensacola, was charged with multiple crimes including two counts of carjacking, sexual battery, armed kidnapping, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.. According [...]
Gulf Power Asks For Delay For Customer Storm Restoration Charge
Gulf Power wants to delay a plan for a few months to collect an estimated $342 million from customers for Hurricane Michael recovery costs, according to a filing with the Florida Public Service Commission.
The utility had asked the PSC for permission to start collecting the costs in April, but now they want to delay that [...]
Century Council Seeks Help After Grand Jury Recommendations
At their first meeting after the release of a scathing grand jury report that found gross mismanagement, the Century Town Council is reaching out to the Florida League of Cities for help.
The grand jury found that the town of Century is in a state of financial emergency, and the current administration and council have failed [...]
Dog Bites Woman In Cottage Hill
A woman was bitten by a dog Sunday afternoon in Cottage Hill.
The incident occurred about 5:20 p.m. in the 2000 block of Chavers Road. An adult female was transported by Escambia County EMS to Sacred Heart Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The owner surrendered the dog to Escambia County Animal Control, and the dog will be [...]
Fire Heavily Damages Cantonment Mobile Home
Fire heavily damaged a mobile home in Cantonment Monday afternoon.
The double-wide mobile home fire was reported about 12:20 p.m. in the 900 block of Booker Street.
The cause of the fire was under investigation, and there were no injuries reported.
The Cantonment, Molino, Ensley and Beulah stations of Escambia Fire Rescue and Escambia County EMS were among [...]
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