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Escambia May Spend $61.7 Million On Recovery Projects Including Broadband Internet, Emergency Vehicles, Parks
The Escambia County Commission will discuss a plan for spending $61.7 million in American Rescue Plan funds — a plan that includes revenue replacement, broadband internet in underserved areas, vehicles for public safety, parks and more.
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) includes $61.7 million in direct local recovery assistance for Escambia County. The first half the [...]
Escambia County Deputy Shot, Suspect Killed Tuesday Night
A man detained by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office shot a deputy Tuesday night, and the man was killed when a deputy returned fire.
It happened about 7 p.m. in the 3200 block of West La Rua Street, about a block off Jackson Street.
Sheriff Chip Simmons said the ECSO Gun Crimes Unit was searching for a [...]
Cantonment Man Charged With Home Invasion Robbery, Leading Deputies On High Speed Pursuit
A Cantonment man is charged with a domestic violence related home invasion robbery and leading deputies on a high speed pursuit.
Cameron Alexander Ross, 26, was charged with home invasion robbery, aggravated battery, criminal mischief, and fleeing and eluding from law enforcement.
The victim told deputies that Ross kicked in her front door Monday, struck her with [...]
Price Tag Estimated At $3 Million For Elevated Walkway Over Nine Mile Road At Beulah Middle
Local leaders announced in August their plan to work together to seek funding for a walkway over Nine Mile Road at Beulah Middle School, and now we have a preliminary idea how much that will cost.
Rep. Michelle Salzman, Escambia County Commissioner Jeff Bergosh and Escambia County School Board Member Kevin Adams plan to seek funding for [...]
Escambia Sheriff’s Office Releases Video From 2019 Terrorist Attack At NAS Pensacola
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has released a video compilation of the events that unfolded during the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack on NAS Pensacola
Sheriff Chip Simmons said the video will “pay honor to those that list their lives that day, and also to say thank you to those who risk their lives to serve [...]
Drowning Death Of 4-Year Old Autistic Boy Near Jay Was Accidental, SRSO Says
The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office says the drowning death of a 4-year old autistic boy Saturday in Jay is being investigated as accidental.
The young boy’s foster parent told deputies he had locked and barricaded the front door of their house on Cozart Lane due to his autism. He said the boy was taking a [...]
Cantonment Woman Arrested After Chase, Shots Fired And Three Hour Standoff With Deputies In Alabama
A Cantonment woman was arrested in Baldwin County early Sunday morning after what was described as a shots fired incident that involved a SWAT response.
Amanda Nicole Thompson, 37, fled from Escambia County (FL) Sheriff’s Office deputies late Saturday night when they attempted to stop her due to outstanding warrants. The pursuit crossed from Muscogee Road [...]
Winning $164K Fantasy Five Ticket Sold At Nine Mile Road Convenience Store
Someone is over $164,000 richer today after purchasing a winning Florida Lottery Fantasy 5 ticket at a Nine Mile Road convenience store.
The quick pick ticket sold at the Circle K at the intersection of West Nine Mile Road and Pine Forest Road was the only winning ticket sold for Sunday night’s drawing and is worth [...]
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Two Injured In T-bone Crash Tuesday Night At West Kingsfield, Highway 97
Two people were injured in a two vehicle t-bone type crash Tuesday night at West Kingsfield Road and South Highway 97, not far from...
Chance Of Showers And Thunderstorms Tonight
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast: Wednesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy,...
Tate, Northview Both Fall In District Volleyball Semifinals
Both Tate and Northview were defeated in district volleyball play Tuesday night. Tate Lady Aggies Washington defeated the Tate Lady...
Tate High, Beulah Middle And Ransom Middle Take Top Honors At FFA Forestry Event
The FFA District Forestry Career Development Event was hosted by the Florida Forest Service recently at Blackwater River State Forest. Tate...
County Seeking Applications for Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
The Board of County Commissioners is soliciting applications for persons interested to serve as representative to the Escambia-Pensacola...
Firefighters Battle Equipment Fire, Small Wildfire In Molino Swamp
The Florida Forest Service was working to extinguish a small wildfire in a Molino swamp late Tuesday morning. Escambia Fire Rescue...
Emergency Rental Assistance Program Available For Escambia County Residents
Escambia County residents struggling to pay rent and utilities due to COVID-19 can apply for help from the Escambia County Emergency...
Woman Went After Ex-boyfriend With Machete And Pickaxe, Broke His TV And Bit Him, ECSO Says
A Molino woman is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly hitting her ex-boyfriend with a machete, stealing several of his belongings,...
Northview High School Names Students Of The Month
Northview High School has named Students of the Month for September. They are Noah Kimrell and Anastasia Bryan. They are pictured...
Century Honors Robert Tims For 33 Years Of Dedicated Service
The Town of Century honored longtime employee Robert Tims Monday night with a service award. Tims was honored “for 33 years...
Dadura Promoted To Escambia County Human Resources Director
Escambia County has promoted Crystal Dadura to the human resources director position. She is responsible for the county’s human...
Boil Water Notice Issued For Cottage Hill Water Works Customers On Williams Ditch Road
Cottage Hill Water Works has issued a precautionary boil water notice Monday afternoon for Williams Ditch Road following a water main...
IMPACT 100 Awards Over $1.1 Million In Grants To 11 Community Groups
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area, a women’s philanthropic organization, awarded grants totaling $1.12 million dollars Sunday afternoon...
Molino Native Serves As Member Of U.S. Navy’s ‘Silent Service’
A Molino native is stationed at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, homeport to all East Coast ballistic-missile and guided-missile submarines. Seaman...
New AT&T Tower Now Under Construction In Century Park
Construction is underway on a new 305 foot tall AT&T cell tower located in a Century park, and that means added revenue for...
Florida Gas Prices Near Steady Over The Past Week
Florida gas prices were near steady over the past week, but AAA says an increase could be on the way. The state average of $3.18 per...
Reimagine Cantonment Blesses Those In Need With Food, Clothing And More (With Photo Gallery)
The hearts and lives of hundreds of area residents in need were touched during Reimagine Cantonment at Carver Park on Saturday. The...
These Are The Road Constructions Spots That Might Slow You Down This Week
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction...
Hundreds Without Power For Eight Hours Saturday In Walnut Hill And Bratt Area
About 900 Escambia River Electric Cooperative customers were without power for about eight hours Saturday. A power pole caught fire...
Roadside Attractions: North Escambia’s Colorful Fall Flowers
Looking for a little fall color? The roadsides throughout North Escambia are covered with lots of fall wildflowers. From goldenrods...
No. 1 UWF Falls To No. 12 West Georgia
The high-wire acts to victory which have earmarked the University of West Florida’s historic football success ran out of late-game...
Escambia County Named ‘Best Disability Employer’ Over 21 Other Counties
Escambia County has been named the Best Disability Employer in Area 1 from the Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. Area...
Alleged Triggerman In Ladarius Clardy Murder Is Now Behind Bars
The alleged triggerman in the murder of football standout Ladarius Clardy is now in the Escambia County Jail. Kobie Lashun Jenkins,...
Crestview Gets Close 7-3 Win Over The Tate Aggies (With Gallery)
The Tate Aggies fought hard Friday night but came up short in a 7-3 loss to the Bulldogs in Crestview Friday night. For a photo gallery,...
Newly Hired Escambia Firefighters, Paramedics And Dispatchers To Receive $2,000 Sign-on Bonus
Newly hired Escambia County firefighters, paramedics and emergency dispatchers will receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus “Just like...
Catholic Tops Northview 45-13
The 3A Catholic Crusaders defeated the 1A Northview Chiefs Friday night. After Catholic took a 14-0 lead, Northview’ Jamarkus...
Escambia Firefighter That Suffered Heart Attack During Training Exercise Is Now Recovering At Home
An Escambia County firefighter that went into cardiac arrest during a training exercise was discharged from the hospital Friday evening. According...
Friday Night Football Finals
Here are this week’s North Escambia area high school football games: FLORIDA Crestview 7, Tate 3 [Story, photos...] Pensacola...
By The Numbers: Escambia Reports 216 New COVID-19 Cases
There were 216 new COVID-19 cases reported Escambia County over the last week by the Florida Department of Health. Baptist, Ascension...
At Least One Reported Injured In Highway 29 Rollover In Molino
At least one person was reportedly injured in a rollover crash Friday afternoon in Molino. The crash occurred on Highway 29 near Chance...