Most Local Government Offices Closed For Presidents Day
February 16, 2026
Most local government offices are closed on Monday for the Presidents Day holiday.
Escambia County
In observance of Presidents Day, the following Escambia County offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16:
- Escambia County Board of County Commissioners (all departments)
- Escambia County Administration
- Escambia County Area Transit Administration
- Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare and Animal Shelter
- Escambia County Extension Office
- Escambia County Waste Services Administration
- West Florida Public Libraries (all locations)
- Escambia County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller (all offices)
- Escambia County Property Appraiser
- Escambia County Supervisor of Elections
- Escambia County Tax Collector
Perdido Landfill
- The Perdido Landfill will be open with regular hours Monday, Feb. 16.
ECAT Bus Schedule:
- ECAT will run regular bus and FlexTransit service Monday, Feb. 16. The UWF trolleys will also run regular service.
- ECAT customer service will be open Monday, Feb. 16.
Normal county operations will resume Tuesday, Feb. 17.
ECUA
ECUA business offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of the Presidents Day holiday. However, residential and commercial sanitation collections will be unaffected by the holiday and will be carried out as usual.
Town of Century
Town of Century offices will be closed on Monday, February 16 in observance of the Presidents Day holiday
Two Injured In Saturday Night Cantonment Three-Vehicle Wreck
February 15, 2026
The crash happened late Saturday night at County Road 97 and Witt Drive, just north of Devine Farm Road.
Two people were transported to the hospital by Escambia County EMS, while two other people refused treatment.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Northview Skilled Trades Academy Highlights Career Readiness At School Board Workshop
February 15, 2026
Students from Northview High School’s Skilled Trades Academy visited an Escambia County School Board workshop last week.
They shared the many technical and interpersonal skills they’ve honed over the years in this program, where earning industry certifications which show mastery of various skills prepares these students for meaningful employment. Hands-on projects like building bat boxes for the Town of Century and picnic tables for various schools and organizations are just a few of the many projects they’ve undertaken.
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Jeep Catches Fire Following Cantonment Rollover Crash
February 15, 2026
There were no serious injuries when a Jeep overturned and burst into flames in Cantonment on Saturday night.
The crash occurred about 8 p.m. on Highway 95A near Archer Road. The driver of a Jeep lost control and overturned off the roadway. The engine compartment caught fire, but the occupants were able to safely escape the vehicle.
One person was transported to the hospital by Escambia County EMS with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. A second person was uninjured.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating. Escambia County Fire Rescue also responded.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.
Gradual Clearing For Sunday
February 15, 2026
Once the rain clears out tonight, expect a beautiful Washington’s Birthday with mostly sunny skies and highs near 70. The mild trend continues through the work week, with temperatures climbing toward the 80-degree mark by Friday, though small rain chances return late in the week.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Sunday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then a chance of showers after 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 72. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers before 9pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Washington’s Birthday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.
Monday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. Calm wind.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Light east wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. South wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 79.
Thursday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64.
Friday: A 40 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 80.
Friday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.
Love And Community: Barrineau Park Historical Society Hosts Valentine’s Gathering
February 15, 2026
The Barrineau Park Historical Society sponsored a Valentine’s Day gathering on Saturday at the Barrineau Park Community Center.
The program, under the leadership of youth leader Brandie Crabtree, included food complete with a chocolate fountain, music, games, and other activities.
Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Five-Year Sponsorship Secured For Annual Aggie Classic
February 15, 2026
The 31st annual Aggie Classic baseball tournament is coming up next month, and Harvesters Credit Union has agreed to be a sponsor for the next five years. Friday night, Cantonment credit union presente a check to Tate Baseball for the deal.
This year’s Aggie Classic will be held March 16-19 with baseball teams from across the country taking part in the tournament at locations across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
Last year, Tate fell to the First Academy Royals of Orlando in the Aggie Classic championship game.
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Jay High School Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian
February 15, 2026
Jay High School has named the top of the Class of 2026.
Valedictorian is Isabella Seevers, and Salutatorian is Major Rowell.
Courtesy photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Ronny Rowell Bradford
February 15, 2026
Ronny Rowell Bradford, age 73, resident of Pensacola, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Ronny was a loving son and brother. Ronny was born on September 8, 1952, in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Bradford is preceded in death by his father, John Wesley Bradford; his grandparents, Grace and Robert Brown, Ellie Monroe Rowell, and Janie Foster Rowell.
Mr. Bradford is survived by his wonderful mother, Claudia M. Bradford of Pensacola, and loving twin brother, Jonny Brown Bradford of Pensacola; his aunts, Ann James of Nokomis, Alabama, and Pauline Olson of Atmore, Alabama.
Graveside services were held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Sullivan Cemetery in Nokomis, AL.
Interment was in Sullivan Cemetery.
Margaret Eloise Hayles Steele
February 15, 2026
Mrs. Margaret Eloise Hayles Steele, 86, passed away on February 11, 2026. She was a native of Lottie, Alabama, born to William Levi Hayles and Ethel Olene (Jones) Hayles. She was a current resident of McCullough, Alabama.
After finishing school at Escambia County High School, Eloise worked at V.J. Elmore 5&10, then worked as a bookkeeper at a local pest control company.
After marriage, Eloise and Bennie Earl lived in Pensacola, FL, for twelve years before moving to McCullough, AL. Eloise drove a school bus for 26 years before retiring. She loved being a housewife and enjoyed woodworking and gardening. She was a member of the Atmore Church of Christ.
Mrs. Steele is preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Louise Hayles Caraway; her brothers, Wilton Ray Hayles and William Wayne Hayles; and her daughter-inlaw Nelline (Sanders) Steele.
She is survived by her husband Bennie Earl Steele; sons Michael (Elizabeth [Beth]) Steele of Jacksonville, FL.; Ronnie (Peggy) Steele of Panama City Beach, FL.; Roy Glen (Melissa) Steele of Semmes, AL. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Bradley (Sadie) Steele, Adriana (A.J.) Steele, Justin Godin, Calleigh Steele, Molly Steele, and two great-grandchildren: Cayden Steele and Maci Rose Steele.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Guyton Montgomery officiating.
Interment was at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Oak Grove, FL.
Active pallbearers were Ronnie Steele, Roy Steele, Mark Mack, Eddie Ryan, Michael Glick, and Richard Nahkaola.