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Jazz By The Books Fills Century Library; Molino Performance Is Next Week

Attendees at the Century enjoyed a mid-day musical treat with Jazz By The Books on Thursday, and those in Molino have their own performance to look forward to next week. The live jazz performances by the Jazzabouts, presented by Jazz Pensacola and the West Florida Public Libraries, were held Thursday at the Century Branch Library. The music continues next week on Wednesday, April 15, from 1-3 p.m. at the Molino Branch Library. The event is free. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Sunny And Warm, Temps In The 80s Through The Weekend

The North Escambia area is looking at a stretch of classic spring weather as we head into the weekend. Abundant sunshine will dominate the skies through Sunday, with temperatures steadily climbing from the low 80s into the mid-80s. This dry, bright pattern holds firm well into next week with highs peaking near 85 degrees by Thursday. Here is your official North Escambia area forecast: Friday: Sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 84. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 58. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light in the evening. Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 84. Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.  Read More →

Forecasters Predict Slightly Below Average 2026 Hurricane Season

A forecast released Thursday by Colorado State University is calling for a slightly below average hurricane forecast. The forecast is due to a robust El Niño as a primary factor for their prediction of 13 named storms (tropical storms and hurricanes), of which they anticipate six to become hurricanes and two to become major (Category 3, 4, or 5) hurricanes. These numbers are below the long-term seasonal average of 14, seven and three, respectively. El Niño, a recurring climate pattern that is characterized by warmer than normal water in the eastern and central tropical Pacific, tends to increase upper-level westerly winds across the Caribbean into the tropical Atlantic. These winds result in increased vertical wind shear which is unfavorable for Atlantic hurricane formation and intensification. The CSU Tropical Weather and Climate Team is part of the Department of Atmospheric Science in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at CSU and is one of the top ranked Atmospheric Science programs in the world.  Read More →

Tate Celebrates Senior Night With Walk-Off Win Over Washington (Gallery)

Tate 8, Washington 7 The Tate Aggies celebrated Senior Night with a dramatic 8-7 walk-off win over the Washington Wildcats on Thursday night in Cantonment. The Aggies, trailing 4-0 in the second, fought their way back. Keelan Beasley earned the win for Tate, surrendering one hit and one unearned run in four innings while walking one and striking out three. Lance Brady opened on the mound for Tate, giving up five hits and six runs (four earned) in three innings while striking out five and walking two. Griffin Cook went 2-for-3 at bat for Tate with one RBI. Hunter Clayton, Kaden Posta, Evan Taylor, Cooper Halfacre, and Aydan Nigam also recorded one RBI each. For a photo gallery, click here. (Look for Senior Night photos at the end of the gallery.) The Aggies will end the regulars season at home next Tuesday against Crestview. Before the game, Tate honored senior players: Keelan Beasley Aiden Bramblett Nathan Connors Gene Ham Bryton McLellan Evan Taylor And the team also honore senior Diamond Girls: Mya Beani Rieslin Colvin Hailey Floyd Mary Hauc Brooke Holland Emily Holmes McKenna Lister Brooke Macaluso Kylie Pelt Riley Phelps Cherish Simpkins A’myiah Williams Madison Wise NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.  Read More →

After Tough Niceville Loss, Lady Aggies Look To Rebound In Crucial Games Next Week

The Tate Lady Aggies fell behind early and just could not catch up as they lost to the Niceville Eagles 17-3 on Thursday night at Tate. Niceville jumped out to an 8-0 lead after one inning and added a one-run homer in the top of the second to hold a 9-0 advantage after two innings. For a photo gallery, click here. Taylor Robinson and Madison Smillie each had two hits for the Aggies. Sarah Mitchell, Brelynn Morris, and Smillie each had one RBI for Tate. Up next, Tate will travel to Crestview on Monday before hosting Pace on Friday. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Umpire No-Show Forces Postponement Of Jay At Northview Games

Thursday’s Jay at Northview varsity and junior varsity games at Northview were postponed because the umpires were no-shows. The varsity game only between the Chiefs and Royals has been rescheduled for 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, at Northview. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Wahoos Outslugged By Shuckers In Lopsided Defeat

The Pensacola Blue Wahoos had a tough go of it on Thursday night, falling to the Biloxi Shuckers for a third straight game by a final score of 15-3. The Wahoos dropped to 0-5, while the Shuckers improved to 4-2. Pensacola struck first in the second inning with a run-scoring single from Brendan Jones off of Shuckers starting pitcher Ryan Birchard. That lead would last all of one half inning, as the Shuckers answered with 6 runs in the bottom half. Jesús Made, the #4 prospect in baseball, highlighted the inning with a two-run triple off of Pensacola’s Orlando Ortiz-Mayr (L, 0-1). Made would finish the night 3-for-6 with two triples and 4 RBI. The Shuckers followed that up with 9 runs across the next four innings, aided by two more home runs from Blake Burke, his league-leading 5th and 6th of the season. That, along with 12 walks issued by the Wahoos pitching staff, was enough to seal Pensacola’s fate. Some bright spots came from Michael Snyder and Brendan Jones, who each hit their first home runs of the season in the late innings. Reliever Stephen Jones put together a nice outing, pitching 3.0 innings and only allowing one run on one hit and no walks. Logan Whitaker pitched a hitless, scoreless frame in the 8th. written by Charlie Hobert  Read More →

Jim Allen Elementary Names Students Of The Month

Jim Allen Elementary recently named its March Students of the Month. They are Hawthorn Neels and Paige Miller. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.  Read More →

District 5 Cottage Hill Neighborhood Cleanup Is April 15

A neighborhood cleanup for residents in Cottage Hill will take place Wednesday, April 15. This is a chance for residents to dispose of items such as old furniture, appliances and household waste free of charge. Yard debris is eligible for removal during this cleanup. Only residents in the designated cleanup area can participate in the neighborhood cleanup. All items for pickup should at the curb by 7 a.m. on the day of the cleanup. Items eligible for removal include: Household appliances and electronics Household junk and debris Bicycles and toys Old furniture and mattresses Barbecue grills Household hazardous waste (old paint, motor oil, chemicals, batteries) Tires (limit 10 per household) Items NOT eligible for removal include: Building materials (concrete, bricks, blocks, roofing, drywall or lumber) Explosives or ammunition Auto parts Dirt or sod Vehicles or vessels 55-gallon drums of fluids During neighborhood cleanups, crew members and volunteers visit different neighborhoods in the county to remove a variety of debris and waste free of charge. Contact the Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency at (850) 595-3217 or cra@myescambia.com for questions about the cleanup.  Read More →

Tate Aggies Shut Out Milton In District Lacrosse Quarterfinals

The Tate Aggies delivered a dominant performance on Wednesday, shutting out the Milton Panthers 12-0 in a the varsity girls a 2a District 1 lacrosse quarterfinal matchup. Tate’s offense was firing on all cylinders, led by a standout six-goal performance from Kira Bigalow. Isabella McNeill added a hat trick, while Tori Sappington contributed two goals and Taelyn Hubbard rounded out the scoring with one. The Aggies’ precision was evident throughout the contest, as the team converted 12 of their 16 shots on goal. Defensively, Tate was impenetrable. Goalkeeper Carly Helmig anchored the unit, recording six saves to preserve the shutout. The Aggies also controlled the tempo of the game on the ground, with Lily Meteiver and Taelyn Hubbard leading a physical effort that secured 16 ground balls. The Aggies will look to continue their momentum as they face No. 1 Gulf Breeze on on Friday at 6 p.m. in Gulf Breeze.  Read More →

Wahoos Run Wild, But Run Out Of Time In Loss To Shuckers

The Pensacola Blue Wahoos swiped a season-high six bases and put themselves in position to collect their first win of the year Wednesday night in Biloxi, but found clutch hits elusive in a 6-3 loss to the Shuckers. Dillon Lewis connected with his first home run of the season in the top of the fourth inning, but the Blue Wahoos went 1-for-14 with men in scoring position as they fell to 0-4 on the young season. Alex Williams (L, 0-1) took the loss for Pensacola, cruising through three innings before running into trouble in a seven-hit, five-run fourth. Mike Boeve broke a 1-1 tie with an RBI single, Matthew Wood laced a two-run homer, and Dasan Brown and Jesús Made added RBI singles to put the Shuckers ahead 6-1. That would be more than enough run support for Manuel Rodriguez (W, 1-0), who scattered five hits over 5.2 innings to earn the win for Biloxi. The Blue Wahoos chipped away with an RBI double from Ryan Ignoffo in the sixth, but left the bases loaded in both the fifth and eighth innings. Jesús Broca (S, 1) let in an inherited runner on a wild pitch in the eighth before retiring Cristian Hernández and Ignoffo with the tying run at first base to escape further trouble. He returned for the ninth and set down the Blue Wahoos in order for a 6-3 final. Relievers Livan Reynoso and Kade Bragg combined for 3.0 scoreless, hitless innings of relief for Pensacola. The Blue Wahoos continue their series against the Shuckers on Thursday. written by Erik Bremer  Read More →

Tate’s Morris Homers As Aggies Fall To Navarre

Navarre 5, Tate 1 The Tate Lady Aggies fell 5-1 to Navarre on Tuesday night. Tate’s Sarah Mitchell struck out 10 Raiders in six innings, giving up two hits and one run while walking four. Brelynn Morris hit a one-run homer to left field, which tied the game at one in the bottom of the sixth inning. Aubree Gorum and Peyton Wilson also recorded one hit each. Tate will host South Warren from Bowling Green, Kentucky, on Wednesday and Niceville on Thursday.  Read More →

McLellan Throws Seven-Inning No-Hitter As Tate Shuts Out Escambia

Tate 5, Escambia 0 Tate’s Bryton McLellan threw a seven inning no-hitter as the Aggies shut out Escambia 5-0 on Tuesday night. Evan Taylor, Nathan Connors, Kannon Ham, and Cooper Halfacre each had one hit for the Aggies. aylor, Cook and Halfacre recorded one RBI apiece. The Tate Aggies will host Washington on Thursday.  Read More →

Enjoy Jazz By The Books At The Century And Molino Libraries

Enjoy Jazz by the Books this Thursday in Century and next Wednesday in Molino. The live jazz performances by the Jazzabouts presented by Jazz Pensacola and the West Florida Public Libraries will be held: Thursday, April 9, at noon until 2 p.m., at the Century Branch Library Wednesday, April 15, 1-3 p.m., at the Molino Branch Library The event is free.  Read More →

Shuckers Stymie Wahoos In Pensacola’s Road Opener

The Pensacola Blue Wahoos fell behind early and couldn’t catch up in their first road game of the 2026 season on Tuesday night, falling 8-2 to the Biloxi Shuckers. Payton Green provided Pensacola’s only offense, collecting a single in the fifth inning and a two-run homer in the seventh. Pensacola starting pitcher Jacob Miller (L, 0-1) was rudely greeted in the first inning by Biloxi’s Blake Burke, who extended his Southern League lead in home runs with a solo shot, his fourth in as many games to start the season. The Shuckers added two runs in the second inning on an RBI single from Dasan Brown, and two more in the third inning on a Damon Keith double. Five early runs would be more than enough for Biloxi’s Jaron DeBerry (W, 1-0) who worked around four walks to pitch 5.0 scoreless innings and earn the win in his season debut. Biloxi added three runs off Pensacola’s bullpen, tacking on a pair of unearned runs in the seventh thanks to an RBI triple from Dylan O’Rae and an RBI single from Jesús Made. An RBI groundout from Keith in the eighth gave the Shuckers their last run in an 8-2 final. Relievers Logan Whitaker and Samuel Vasquez each made their Blue Wahoos debuts out of the Pensacola bullpen. The Blue Wahoos continue their series against the Shuckers on Tuesday written by Erik Bremer  Read More →

Volunteers Needed Friday In Century To Paint Born Learning Trail

Volunteers are needed Friday morning in Century to paint and prep the Born Learning STEAM Trail in Century. The Born Learning Trail, a United Way Worldwide initiative since 2005, first opened in Century in late 2020, but the trail’s paint has since faded away. The trail is a series of 10 signs with activities painted on a park trail that offer fun, interactive learning activities for young children and their families. It was designed to help parents, caregivers, and communities create quality engagement opportunities when out on a stroll or while playing at the park. The Born Learning Trail in Century was the second in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The Century Born Learning Trail is a partnership between International Paper, the Town of Century, and United Way of West Florida. Volunteers — no artistic experience or expertise necessary — are needed on Friday, April 10 from 9 a.m. to noon at Showalter Park on Kelly Field Road in Century. Examples of activities to paint include hopscotch or other game boards, interpretive signs featuring animals, nature themes, ABCs, or 123s. They are simple interactive designs that inspire movement and curiosity. To volunteer, click here to register by Wednesday, April 8. Pictured: The Century Born Learning Trail in late 2020. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Cheerleaders Honored At FCA Spirit Of Champions Awards

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sport of Champions Awards were presented recently at a banquet hosted by the First Baptist Church of Pensacola. The winners were chosen by their teammates based upon their integrity, dedication, character, and FCA values. The honorees were: East Hill — Khenedy Dukes Escambia – Trinity Jordan Gulf Breeze – Jadalynn Rorabaugh Jay – Ansley Nowling Milton — Mikayla Bouie Northview — Maddy Pittman PHS – Arianna Simpson Pensacola Catholic – Lennon Lusane Pine Forest – T’Ericka Walker Tate – Alyssa Clarke Washington – Cameron Wilcox West Florida Tech – Adalyn Brown Pictured top: The Fellowship of Christian Athletes Sport of Champions Awards. Pictured first below: That High School award winner Alyssa Clarke. Pictured second below: Northview High School winner Maddy Pittman. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.  Read More →

K-9 Units Thwart Contraband Smuggling Attempt At Atmore Prison; Two Arrested

Two people were arrested Monday, April 6  after K-9 units thwarted a smuggling attempt at the Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore. At approximately 12:15 a.m., K-9 officers from the nearby Fountain Correctional Facility were alerted to a trespasser on Holman grounds. Tracking dogs successfully located Mathew Neal Jordan, who was taken into custody. The investigation subsequently led officers to a vehicle driven by Samantha Lynn Gates. Authorities reported recovering a significant cache of contraband, including 320 grams of synthetic cannabinoids, 36 grams of marijuana, 28 grams of methamphetamine, and 10 cell phones. Both suspects were transported to the Escambia County (AL) Detention Center. Jordan was charged with promoting prison contraband first degree, trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking synthetic drugs, unlawful possession of marijuana first degree, prohibited activities, and attempting to commit a controlled substance crime. Gates is charged with trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking synthetic drugs, and two counts of criminal conspiracy to commit a controlled substance crime. The Alabama Department of Corrections said more charges may be pending as the investigation continues.  Read More →

Northview Flag Football Celebrates Senior Night With Win Over PHS

The Northview Chiefs celebrated Senior Night with a flag football win over the Pensacola High Tigers on Monday in Bratt. Before the game, Northview honored seniors Claire Amerson, Kenslee Chavira, Addison Clausen, Makenzie Levins, and Braylan Shelly. Up next, Northview will host the Gulf Breeze Dolphins on Monday, April 13. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Portwood Drives In Four As Northview Shuts Out Baker

Northview 11, Baker 6 The Northview Chiefs beat the Baker Gators on the road on Monday night 11-6 as Jase Portwood drove in four runs as he went 3-4. Portwood had a one-run single in the first, a two-run double in the fourth, and a one-run double in the sixth inning. Baker held a 6-1 lead after one inning, but Northview powered back with a seven-run fourth inning and a three-run sixth. Harrison earned the win for the Chiefs, surrendering two hits and no runs in four innings, walking two and striking out five. Bryant Mason threw one and two-thirds innings of scoreless baseball, striking out three and walking one. Luke Chavers and Taylor Curtis were both 2-4 for the night. Northview will wrap up its 2026 season with a road trip on Thursday to Pensacola Catholic. Northview 17, Baker 4 (JV) Tyler McAnally was 2-3 with five RBIs as the Northview Chiefs JV beat Baker 17-4 in two innings at Baker. Karson Miller and Brentley Guy each added two hits and two RBIs. In a single inning, Tyler McAnally earned the win on the mound for the Chiefs, surrendering three hits and four unearned runs in one inning, striking out two and walking one Gator. Tate 4, West Florida 1 (Freshmen) The Tate Freshmen beat West Florida 4-1 on Monday to finish the season at 8-4-1. Grayson McLellan earned the win for Tate, surrendering three hits and one run in five innings, striking out fix and walking three. Frederick Woods III, AJ Williams, Trent Madden, and Carter Stewart each had one hit for Tate.  Read More →

Northview Chiefs Varsity And JV Beat Baker

Northview 12, Baker 0 The Northview Lady Chiefs shut out the Baker Gators 12-0 on Monday in Baker. Kylee Langham went 3-3 for the Lady Chiefs. Daviona Randolph and Avery Stuckey each had three RBIs apiece. Starting in the circle for Northview, Mikayla McAnally surrendered three hits and no runs in three innings while striking out six and walking two. Peyton Womack pitched two innings in relief, giving up one hit, striking out two and walking one. Up next, the Chiefs will host Jay on Thursday and Destin on Friday. Northview 8, Baker 7 (JV) The Northview Chiefs held off the Baker JV for an 8-7 win on Monday. Brooklynn Allen gave up two hits and four runs in four innings, striking out nine and walking six. Kinley White went 1-3 with three RBIs, while Presley Davey and Natalia Morales each added two hits for the Chiefs.  Read More →

Fire Destroys Cantonment Mobile Home Monday Afternoon

Fire destroyed a mobile home on Well Line Road in Cantonment on Monday afternoon. The fire was reported about 3 p.m. in the 400 block of Well Line Road, just west of Morris Avenue. The structure was fully involved and had collapsed before it was reported to Escambia County Fire Rescue. It was not immediately clear if the home was currently occupied. For more photos, click here. There were no injuries reported, and no word on the cause of the fire. Well Line Road was completely closed s firefighters battled the blaze. NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Grand Slam: Tate’s Strike Out Cancer Game Nears $300,000 For Charities

By the time the Aggies won Friday night, Tate softball’s annual Strike Out Cancer Game was near an incredible $300,000 raised in the fight against cancer over the past 16 years. “It’s not about y’all,” Wyatt said to the teams Friday night. “We are just providing some entertainment. It’s about all of these survivors that are courageous and have to deal with something that I never want to have to deal with.” “Back in 2010 we had our first cancer game. We raised a little over $2,500. In 2022, we raised over $30,000. Since then it has gone up and up,” Wyatt said. “That is what amazes me.” For a photo gallery, click here. Friday night was Wyatt’s final Strike Out Cancer Game at Tate High School; she has announced her retirement from coaching at the end of this season. The West Florida Jaguars have played in the game for years, because “they are not cheap like other schools,” Wyatt quipped. Friday night, they arrived with a $3,512 check. The umpires not only provided their time for the game, they came with a $5,000 check. And they work for free and give back every single year. “If the next coach of Tate High School is sitting somewhere in the stands, please don’t let this game go under. Keep it going because these kids and parents and cancer people truly, truly enjoy it.” “Cancer sucks.” During Friday night’s game, the Tate Aggies walked off with a 5-4 in over West Florida. For a game action photo gallery, click here. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.  Read More →

West Roberts Road Lane Closures Begins Tuesday, Continue Into Summer

Temporary lane closures and detours on West Roberts Road that will continue into the summer are scheduled to begin on Tuesday. A portion of West Roberts Road between Stallion Road and Highway 29 will experience temporary lane closures with detours beginning Tuesday, April 7 while crews install new stormwater culvert crossings beneath the roadway. Work will be completed in two phases: Phase one: Lanes will be closed along West Roberts Road between Tate Road and Highway 29 beginning Tuesday, April 7. Work is expected to be completed by Tuesday, June 2. Phase two: Lanes will be closed along West Roberts Road between Stallion Road and Tate Road beginning Tuesday, June 2. Work is expected to be completed by Friday, July 24. Traffic on West Roberts Road will be detoured along Stallion Road, East Kingsfield Road, Tate Road, and Highway 29. Residents, pedestrians, local traffic and emergency vehicles will have access to properties within the work area at all times; however, there may be short periods when a driveway or entrance may be blocked temporarily as equipment and materials are moved during construction.  Read More →

North Escambia Students Take Top Honors At District 4-H Public Speaking Competition

The Florida 4-H Public Speaking district competition was held recently. Escambia County Public Schools winners were: 4th Grade 1st Place: Bennett Campbell, R.C. Lipscomb Elementary 5th Grade 1st Place: Elliot Reeser, R.C. Lipscomb Elementary 6th Grade 1st Place: Ryann Gibbs, Ransom Middle Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Honoring the Fallen: ECSO Unveils New Custom-Wrapped Honor Guard Van

The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has a new custom-wrapped Honor Guard van. The van pays tribute to brave ECSO deputies who have sacrificed their lives. It also allows our Honor Guard to stand alongside agencies across the country, honoring law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. The custom wrap was funded by the non-profit Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Foundation.  Read More →

Florida Gas Prices Top $4 For The First Time In Four Years, AAA Says

Florida gas prices are now above $4 per gallon for the first time in four years. The state average surged 28 cents last week, reaching a high of $4.23 per gallon, before declining three cents through the weekend. In Escambia County, the average price was actually the cheapest in Florida at $3.91 per gallon. A low of $2.84 was available in North Escambia on Sunday at a station on Highway 29 in Cantonment. “The average Florida driver now pays about $20 more to fill up than a month ago,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA The Auto Club Group. “Gas prices are climbing quickly because crude oil prices are surging as the conflict with Iran disrupts global fuel supplies. With the Strait of Hormuz still largely closed, ongoing uncertainty continues to push energy markets and prices higher.” Crude oil prices have risen nearly 60 percent since the start of the conflict. Last week, oil prices moved into triple digits for the first time in four years. That matters because roughly half of what drivers pay at the pump is driven by the cost of crude oil. On Thursday, U.S. crude oil prices settled at $111.54 per barrel. That marked a 12 percent increase, or nearly $12 per barrel, from the previous week. This increase could trigger another round of rising gas prices in the coming days. In total, Florida gas prices have jumped as much as $1.35 per gallon over the past month, rising from $2.88 per gallon to more than $4.20. That represents a 47% increase in just one month and adds roughly $20 to the cost of filling a 15 gallon gas tank. Sunday’s state average of $4.21 per gallon was 25 cents more than a week ago, 97 cents more than last month, $1.01 per gallon more than this time last year. NorthEscambia.com file photo.  Read More →

Wahoos, Biscuits Postponed Due To Rain; Makeup Scheduled For Late April

Sunday’s game between the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and Montgomery Biscuits was postponed due to rain. Because the Blue Wahoos and Biscuits do not play in Pensacola for the remainder of the first half schedule, the game will be made up as part of a doubleheader during an upcoming six-game series in Montgomery April 21-26 at DABOS Park. Fans planning to attend Sunday’s postponed game can exchange their tickets for a future 2026 regular season home game of equal or lesser value at the Blue Wahoos Stadium ticket office. As stated on tickets, no refunds will be given, according to the Wahoos. The Blue Wahoos begin a six-game road series against the Biloxi Shuckers on Tuesday, April 7, and return home for a six-game series against the Knoxville Smokies beginning on Tuesday, April 14. Pictured: Opening night action last Friday night as the Blue Wahoos hosted the Montgomery Biscuits. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Woman Charged With Flomaton Stabbing, Just Feet From Century And Florida State Line

A woman has been charged in connection with a stabbing early Saturday morning in Flomaton. Sicely Odom, 32, was booked into the Escambia County (AL) Detention Center on a charge of domestic violence first degree. Around 12:45 a.m. Saturday, the Flomaton Police Department responded to a reported domestic disturbance on Lender Street, off Alley 5 on the state line, just feet from the Century town limits. Officers arrived to find an adult male suffering from a stab wound, according to police. The victim was transported to an area hospital. An update on his condition was not available.  Read More →

Worshipers Gather For Easter Sunrise Services

Worshipers gathered for sunrise services across Escambia County on Easter Sunday morning. The largest sunrise service in Escambia County was the Marcus Pointe Baptist Church Community Sonrise Service at Blue Wahoos Stadium. For more photos, click here. The services were to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, an important event to the faithful. According to the Bible: Matthew 28:1-20 Resurrection Morning 1 After the Sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to view the tomb. 2 Suddenly there was a violent earthquake, because an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and approached [the tomb]. He rolled back the stone and was sitting on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his robe was as white as snow. 4 The guards were so shaken from fear of him that they became like dead men. 5 But the angel told the women, “Don’t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here! For He has been resurrected, just as He said. Come and see the place where He lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell His disciples, ‘He has been raised from the dead. In fact, He is going ahead of you to Galilee; you will see Him there.’ Listen, I have told you.” 8 So, departing quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy, they ran to tell His disciples the news. 9 Just then Jesus met them and said, “Good morning!” They came up, took hold of His feet, and worshiped Him. 10 Then Jesus told them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell My brothers to leave for Galilee, and they will see Me there.” The Soldiers Are Bribed to Lie 11 As they were on their way, some of the guard came into the city and reported to the chief priests everything that had happened. 12 After the priests had assembled with the elders and agreed on a plan, they gave the soldiers a large sum of money 13 and told them, “Say this, ‘His disciples came during the night and stole Him while we were sleeping.’ 14 If this reaches the governor’s ears, we will deal with him and keep you out of trouble.” 15 So they took the money and did as they were instructed. And this story has been spread among Jewish people to this day. The Great Commission 16 The 11 disciples traveled to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had directed them. 17 When they saw Him, they worshiped, but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” from the Holman Christian Standard Bible NorthEscambia.com photos by Allie Penton, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Pickup Plows Through Food Trucks, Vehicles In Destructive Cantonment Crash

One person was injured in a destructive crash Saturday afternoon involving a pickup truck, two food trucks, and several other vehicles. Around 1:20 p.m., the driver of a silver Dodge Ram pickup driven by a 46-year-old Flomaton man rear-ended a Chevrolet Silverado northbound on Highway 95A behind the Speed Mart on Highway 29 at Tate School Road, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The silver pickup truck then went through the parking lot of the gas station and struck a Honda Civic and a Honda Odyssey. The silver Dodge pickup then crashed through the end of a food truck, pushing into a second food truck. The truck also struck signage, a large smoker grill and other items, and brought down a power pole. A 26-year-old man in one of the food trucks was injured. For more photos, click here. The driver of the silver pickup was transported to the hospital by Escambia County EMS, with non-life threatening injuries. Troopers cited him for careless driving, failure to utilize his seat belt, and for no motor vehicle registration.  . NorthEscambia.com photos by Kristi Barbour, click to enlarge.  Read More →

Full Results: GCA & NYRO Spring Livestock Show (With Gallery)

Here are complete results from last weekend’s Gulf Coast Agriculture & Natural Resources Youth Organization (GCA/NYRO) Annual Spring Livestock Show held at the Escambia County 4-H Property near Molino. For a photo gallery, click here. 2026 GCA & NRYO Livestock Show Results A.O.B- Registered Beef Breeding Class 1: 1st – Jessie Joyner 2nd— Jack Anderson Class 2: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Camryn Howell 3rd – Aubree Jones Class 3: 1st – Mallory Mahoney 2nd – Everett Anderson 3rd – Maci Gentry Class 4: 1st- Ella Gilmore A.O.B. Grand Champion Registered: Ella Gilmore A.O.B. Reserve Champion Registered: Mallory Mahoney Beef Breeding Commercial Class Class 1: 1st – Gracie Oliver Class 2: 1st – Marlee McElhaney 2nd – Abby Smith 3rd – Kinley Compton Class 3: 1st – Jesse McElhaney Class 4: 1st – Ella Gilmore Class 5: 1st – Abby Smith 2nd – Mallory Mahoney 3rd – Bailey Sullivan Grand Champion Beef Breeding Commercial: Ella Gilmore Reserve Champion Beef Breeding Commercial: Jesse McElhaney SUPREME BEEF BREEDING GRAND CHAMPION: Ella Gilmore RESERVE BEEF BREEDING CHAMPION: Mallory Mahoney Beef Breeding Showmanship Senior: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Jessie Joyner 3rd – Kinley Compton Intermediate: 1st – Mallory Mahoney 2nd – Ella Gilmore 3rd – Abby Smith Junior: 1st – Camryn Howell 2nd – Everett Anderson Market Swine Class: Lightweight: 1st – A. T. Bridgers 2nd – Kason Gaylard 3rd – Ryann Gibbs Light Heavyweight: 1st – Jessie Joyner 2nd – Marlee McElhaney 3rd – Emma Bowman Heavyweight: 1st – Jesse McElhaney 2nd – Tucker Padgett 3rd – Anna Simmons Super Heavyweight: 1st – Ella Gilmore 2nd – Payton Coon 3rd – Yaretzy Sandoval-Bocanegra Grand Champion Market Swine: A.T. Bridgers Reserve Champion Market Swine: Jesse McElhaney Market Hog Showmanship: Senior: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Yaretzy Sandoval-Bocanegra 3rd – A.T. Bridgers Intermediate: 1st – Marlee McElhaney 2nd – Ella Gilmore 3rd – Mallory Mahoney Junior: 1st – Eli Jarrell 2nd – Kason Gaylard 3rd – Victoria Minchew Market Steer Class: Class 1: 1st – Aiden Jacobi Class 2: 1st – Jessie Joyner 2nd – Emily Brewton 3rd – Jackson Simmons Class 3: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Grace Oliver 3rd – Mary Oliver Class 4: 1st – Malarie Cooper 2nd – Ella Gilmore Grand Champion Market Steer: Malarie Cooper Reserve Champion Market Steer: Tucker Padgett Market Steer Showmanship: Senior: Class 1: 1st – Malarie Cooper 2nd – Jessie Joyner 3rd – Mary Oliver Class 2: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Aiden Jacobi 3rd – Grace Oliver Intermediate: 1st – Ella Gilmore Overall Senior Showmanship Winners: 1st – Tucker Padgett 2nd – Malarie Cooper 3rd – Jessie Joyner Preview Steer Class: Class 1: 1st – Jesse McElhaney Class 2: 1st – A.T. Bridgers 2nd – Malarie Cooper 3rd – Jesse McElhaney Class 3: 1st – Ella Gilmore 2nd – Weston Simmons 3rd – Marlee McElhaney Class 4: 1st – Aimee Richardson 2nd – Wyatt Cotton 3rd – Noah Jacobs Class 5: 1st – Ella Gilmore Class 6: 1st – Malarie Cooper 2nd – Blakely Cooper 3rd – Mason Thomas Grand Champion Preview Steer: Malarie Cooper Reserve Champion Preview Steer: Blakely Cooper Preview Steer Showmanship: Senior: 1st – Aimee Richarson 2nd – Malarie Cooper 3rd – Jesse McElhaney Intermediate: 1st – Ella Gilmore 2nd – Blakely Cooper 3rd – Marlee McElhaney Goat & Lamb Classes: Market Lamb: 1st – Cheyenne Armstrong Grand Champion Market Lamb: Cheyenne Armstrong Lamb Showmanship: Intermediate: 1st – Cheyenne Armstrong Preview Market Goat: 1st – Kenley Clayton 2nd – Aimee Richardson 3rd – Hannah Jerkins Grand Champion Preview Market Goat: Kenley Clayton Reserve Champion Preview Market Goat: Aimee Richardson Market Goat Showmanship: Senior: 1st – Aimee Richardson 2nd – Kenley Clayton 3rd – Hannah Jerkins Breeding Meat Goat: Class 1 (3-6 months): 1st – Addie Holland 2nd – Amya Allen 3rd – Sawyer Lovett Class 2 (yearlings) 1st – Kailey Hawkins 2nd – Paislee Hommerbocker 3rd – Salter Wyatt Class 3 (2 yr +) 1st – Canon Gunter 2nd – Canon Gunter 3rd – Ian Hayles Class 4 (doe w/ kid) 1st – Aimee Richardson Grand Champion Breeding Meat Goat: Addie Holland Reserve Champion Breeding Meat Goat: Kailey Hawkins Breeding Goat Showmanship: Intermediate: 1st – Paislee Hommerbocker 2nd – Amya Allen 3rd – Salter Wyatt Intermediate: 1st – Aimee Richardson 2nd – Kailey Hawkins 3rd – Addie Holland Dairy Goat: Mini: Class 1 (10-12 months) 1st – Carly Jones 2nd – Leah List 3rd – Joshua List Class 2 (over 1 year) 1st – Aubree Jones 2nd – Aubree Jones Class 3 (doe with kid) 1st – Carly Jones Standard: Class 1 (10 months) 1st – Isabella Stevens 2nd – Isabella Stevens Class 2 (12-24 months) 1st – Basileigh Olford 2nd – Sophie Edwards Class 3 (2 yrs +) 1st – Arianna LaFountain 2nd – Emma Malecki 3rd – Piper Flory Grand Champion Dairy Goat: Carly Jones Reserve Champion Dairy Goat: Aubree Jones Dairy Goat Showmanship Intermediate: 1st – Aubree Jones 2nd – Carly Jones 3rd – Arianna LaFountain Senior: 1st – Isabella Seevers 2nd – Joshua List 3rd – Leah List Poultry and Rabbit Results OPEN POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP Juniors Henley Runge, blue ribbon Harrison List, red ribbon Milly Smith, white ribbon Intermediates Braxton Williams, blue ribbon Abby Hayes, red ribbon Emma Malecki, white ribbon Angie “Lainey” Dunsford, yellow ribbon Olivia Bramlett, green ribbon Izzy Hayes, pink ribbon Seniors Tucker Padgett, blue ribbon Luke Graham, red ribbon Taylor Anderson, white ribbon Amber Swauger, yellow ribbon Blake Butler, green ribbon Gabriel Lang, pink ribbon CHICK CHAIN SHOWMANSHIP Intermediates Abby Hayes, blue ribbon Izzy Hayes, red ribbon Luke Wilkins, white ribbon Piper Flory, yellow ribbon Lawson Simons, green ribbon Emma Malecki, pink ribbon Seniors Chloe Edwards, blue ribbon Wesley Watson, red ribbon Curtis Smith, white ribbon Halee Burkett, yellow ribbon KyLeigh McCall, green ribbon Cooper Grimes, pink ribbon Grand Champion Open Poultry: Braxton Williams, Lavender Orpington Rooster Reserve Champion Open Poultry: Tucker Padgett, Serama Rooster Grand Champion Chick Chain – Lavender Orpington: Chloe Edwards Reserve Champion Chick Chain – Lavender Orpington: Wesley Watson Grand Champion Chick Chain – Rhode Island Red: Jepp Godwin Reserve Champion Chick Chain – Rhode Island Red: Abby Hayes **Quality ribbons were also given for each bird in each breed division (only blue, red, and white ribbons). This was the judge’s determination on rank amongst breed. For example, if you showed a buff Orpington and got a red ribbon, he placed it 2nd in the breed division. If you had more than one bird in a breed division, and received 2 of the same color ribbons, that means he judged them as a pen (2nd place pen, 3rd place pen, etc.)**  Read More →