Escambia Man Charged With Punching Deputy In The Face
April 1, 2026
A 30-year-old Escambia County man was arrested on a felony charge after allegedly punching an Escambia County Sheriff’s Office deputy in the face.
Marcus Austin was charged with battery on a Law Enforcement Officer.
The incident happened on Sunday morning when deputies responded to a home on Clairmont Drive for a Baker Act.
According to an arrest report, Austin was on top of a bed “yelling and cursing at deputies, telling them he was “not afraid to catch a battery on law enforcement charge.”
As deputies tried to take him into custody, he reportedly punched a deputy in the face, breaking his prescription glasses valued at $365.
Austin was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $2,500 bond.
Tate Aggies Varsity And JV Both Shut Out Milton
April 1, 2026
Tate 5, Milton 0
The Tate Aggies shut out the Milton Panthers 5-0 on Tuesday night at Milton.
Aggie Bryton McLellan allowed no runs and just two hits while walking one and striking out five.
Connors went 2-4 for the Aggies. Dethlefs and White each added two hits.
Up next, the Aggies will host Gulf Breeze on Thursday and Robertsdale on Friday.
Tate 7, Milton 0 (JV)
In junior varsity action, the Tate Aggies shut out Milton 7-0 on Tuesday.
Caileb Javier started for the Aggies on the mound, giving up one hit and no runs in two innings, walking three and striking out four. Parker White went three innings in relief, giving up one hit and no runs, with two strikeouts and no walks.
Mason Williams went 2-3 and Camden Seifert went 1-1 with two RBIs.
Wrong Lane, Wrong State: Atmore Man Arrested For DUI In Pensacola
April 1, 2026
An Atmore man was arrested for DUI after a traffic stop in the area of Pensacola Boulevard and Kenmore Road in Escambia County.
According to an arrest report from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy observed a gray Nissan Titan driven by Dangelo Cartez Tucker reversing while in the wrong lane of travel on Kenmore Road. During the stop, the deputy noted that Tucker appeared disoriented, claiming he was currently in Atmore rather than Pensacola.
The reporting officer observed that Tucker’s eyes were bloodshot and glazed, and a Michelob Ultra beer can was visible in the driver’s seat. Tucker allegedly refused to perform field sobriety tests and initially refused a breath sample. Although he later attempted to provide a sample, the report states he failed to cooperate after four opportunities.
Tucker was charged with DUI influence of alcohol or drugs and refusal to submit to DUI testing. He was released from the Escambia County Jail on a $1,000 bond
Chance Of Scattered Afternoon Showers
April 1, 2026
There’s a chance of Wednesday afternoon showers, and rain chances increase heading into the weekend. A more unsettled pattern develops by Sunday, bringing a likely chance of showers and thunderstorms followed by a slight cooling trend.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 4pm. Areas of fog before 9am. Otherwise, cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 81. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: Patchy fog after 1am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Patchy fog before 8am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 83. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Sunday: Showers likely, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 74. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 68.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 73.
Mitchell Hits Two-Run Homer As Tate Falls To Pace
April 1, 2026
Pace 13, Tate 3
The Tate Aggies fell to the Pace Patriots 13-3 on Tuesday night in Pace. Mitchell led the Aggies at the plate with three RBIs, including a single in the first inning and a two-run home run in the top of the third to left field.
In the circle, Mitchell went two and one-third innings, surrendering nine runs and five hits, striking out four and walking five.
Up next, the Aggies will host West Florida on Friday night for the annual Strike Out Cancer benefit game.
Pace 4, Tate 2
In junior varsity play, the Tate Aggies fell to Pace 4-2.
Bailey Parden went two and one-third innings in the circle, allowing seven hits and four runs (three earned) while striking out three and recording no walks.
Aubrie Romero and Alaina Ritchey each had one hit for Tate.
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Flag Football: Northview Chiefs Beat Pine Forest 27-20
April 1, 2026
In girls flag football action, the Northview Chiefs beat the Pine Forest Eagles 27-20 on Tuesday in Bratt.
Up next, it’s Senior Night for the Chiefs on Monday. Senior Night activities will begin at 4:30 p.m. followed by a 6 p.m. game against the Pensacola High Tigers.
In a March 3 matchup, Northview beat PHS 30-6.
Pickleball, Splash Pad Coming Soon To Beulah Regional Park
March 31, 2026
Work is nearing completion on upgrades at Beulah Regional Park.
Improvements to Beulah Regional Park will include four new pickleball courts, fencing, picnic pavilions, and more. Several Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades are being made throughout the park, including the addition of two new ADA-compliant parking spaces, sidewalks to and from the parking lot, and improved connectivity to existing amenities. A splash pad is also planned, according to county plans.
Drainage enhancements were made throughout the park to minimize areas with standing water and improve overall park aesthetics. Escambia County is expected to announce a grand opening date soon.
Beulah Regional Park is located at 7820 Mobile Highway.
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Chance Of Rain Tuesday And Wednesday
March 31, 2026
Expect a recurring 50 percent chance of thunderstorms through Wednesday, followed by a brief, mostly sunny break on Thursday with highs climbing to 82 degrees. The weekend remains unsettled with scattered afternoon showers and highs staying in the upper 70s to low 80s.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. South wind around 10 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night: Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 4pm. Areas of fog before 9am. Otherwise, cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Patchy fog after 4am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Patchy fog before 7am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 82.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62.
Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 78.
Sunday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 72.
FDOT Holding Hiring Event On Wednesday
March 31, 2026
On Wednesday, April 1, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will host a Road to Your Future Transportation Industry Hiring Event from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m.at the Santa Rosa County Auditorium in Milton at 4530 Spikes Way.
This free event offers job seekers the chance to connect directly with FDOT and leading industry partners. Participants will have the opportunity to be considered for various positions, including some that may involve on-the-spot interviews and hiring.
“Road to Your Future is more than a hiring event. It’s an opportunity to connect hard-working individuals with careers that make a lasting impact on Florida’s communities and infrastructure,” said Tim Smith, P.E., FDOT District Three secretary. “With FDOT and industry leaders coming together, we’re creating clear pathways into the transportation workforce and empowering the next group of professionals to help shape our state’s future.”
Available positions include heavy equipment operators, CDL drivers, apprenticeships and internships, and FDOT roles such as highway maintenance technicians and equipment operators. Many opportunities offer on-the-job training and pathways for career advancement within the transportation construction industry.
Launched in 2024, Road to Your Future is a groundbreaking FDOT initiative designed to recruit talent for Florida’s growing transportation sector. These transportation industry hiring events are hosted throughout the state and have been strategically designed to strengthen Florida’s transportation workforce to ensure the continuous delivery of a safe and efficient transportation system. Thanks to the strong support from Governor DeSantis and the Florida Legislature to enhance Florida’s transportation infrastructure, FDOT remains committed to cultivating a robust workforce through these Road to Your Future hiring events and ongoing workforce development efforts to further drive advancement and economic growth within the communities it serves.
Escambia County Traffic Stop Leads To Seizure Of Three Firearms And 155 Rounds
March 31, 2026
A routine traffic stop for a missing license plate led to the arrest of a convicted felon and the seizure of multiple weapons and a significant amount of ammunition by state agents.
Officers with the Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement (OALE) initiated the stop in Escambia County last week, OALE said on Monday. During the investigation, a records check identified the driver as 56-year-old David Glenn Tripp, who was found to have two prior felony convictions originating out of North Carolina.
A subsequent search of the vehicle by Agricultural Inspection officers uncovered three firearms and 155 rounds of ammunition.
Tripp was taken into custody and transported to the Escambia County Jail. He faces four counts of felon in possession of a weapon or ammunition by an out-of-state felon.
