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NorthEscambia Publisher Named One Of Escambia County’s Most Influential People
February 19, 2026
The Pensacola Independent News has released their 2025 Inweekly Power List — their ranking of the most powerful and influential people in Escambia County.
Only one person who works primarily in the North Escambia area was named to the list — NorthEscambia.com publisher William Reynolds — for the 14th consecutive year.
Escambia County Sheriff Chip Simmons tops this year’s list, “because he has transformed law enforcement in Northwest Florida while building unprecedented trust with the community. Sheriff Simmons’ leadership style and commitment to innovation, technology and community engagement have improved public safety throughout Escambia County.”
To view this year’s Inweekly Power List edition, click here.
Pictured: Sheriff Chip Simmons was at the top of the 2026 Inweekly Power List. Courtesy image for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
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10 Responses to “NorthEscambia Publisher Named One Of Escambia County’s Most Influential People”
THANK YOU, WILLIAM, FOR KEEPING THOSE OF US THAT CALL ESCAMBIA HOME INFORMED, A WELL DESERVED RECONITION!
Thank you William Reynolds for giving us up to date news, more information than other local news channels. I check Northescambia.com. If some thing is going on you will find it here first.
Said it before and I will say it again; Chip can be sheriff as long as he wants to be. He is 100% committed.
Thank you, Chip.
Congratulations William!! Well deserved. You are a blessing to our communities!! Thank you for all you do!! We appreciate you!!
Congratulations Sheriff Simmons!! Well deserved.
God always be the Glory and may God bless you and all your deputies including all who work in any first response field. May all doors always be open. Peace to you, the People and the Land in Jesus name I pray amen.
Thank you for your time, service & Congratulations Mr. Chief Simmons
Congratulations Chief Simmons, well deserved.
Congratulations, Mr. Reynolds. Well deserved!
Congratulations William! Thank you for all you do to keep us informed!
Holy crap you’ve been doing this for 14+ years? You’re killing it!
Congratulations Mr Reynolds . You bring great news ,knowledge and keep us informed on matters important to our community .