Escambia County (AL) Woman Charged with Murder in Shooting Death Of 27-Year-Old Woman
March 9, 2026
An Escambia County, Alabama, woman has been charged with murdering another woman late last week.
Renotta Renee Seltzer was booked into the Escambia County (AL)Detention Center without bond charged with the shooting death of 27-year-old Anasty Brown on McGougin Road near Brewton.
Sheriff Heath Jackson said Seltzer confessed to murder.
The Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office investigation continues.
Cadets Attend First Combined Area NJROTC Military Ball
March 9, 2026
Cadets from across the county traded their uniforms for dress blues as Northview High School joined four other area units for the first-ever combined NJROTC Military Ball at the NAS Pensacola Officers’ Club
Members of the Northview, Pine Forest, Washington, Escambia, and West Florida programs celebrated an evening of tradition and camaraderie, marking a historic milestone for the local corps.
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Hundreds Attend Roy Hyatt ‘Night Of Nature’ In Cantonment
March 9, 2026
Hundreds of people attended the Roy Hyatt Environmental Center’s “Night of Nature” on Friday in Cantonment.
About 450 visitors and volunteers came out and enjoyed an evening full of family fun. They met reptiles, blasted off into space in the planetarium, met cool creatures of the night, peered at Jupiter through telescopes, saw birds of prey, played bird matching games, participated in science and birding activities, took night hikes through the woods while learning about foxes, salamanders, opossums, and owls, ate, used microscopes to observe all kinds of microscopic organisms, and toured the beach house visiting with all of the aquatic creatures living there.
The Roy Hyatt Environmental Center on Tobias Road is owned and operated by the Escambia County School District.
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Gas Prices Skyrocket Due To Iran Conflict, AAA Says
March 9, 2026
Florida gas prices skyrocketed in response to the conflict in Iran. The state average surged 57 cents per gallon last week, and Sunday’s average of $3.45 is the most expensive daily average since August 2024.
Compared to recent benchmarks, Sunday’s state average is: 56 cents more than a week ago, 59 cents more than a month ago, and 35 cents more than this time last year.
On Sunday, the average price per gallon was $3.12 in Escambia County. That is up 39 cents from $2.73 a week ago, 45 cents from a month ago, and 31 cents from one year ago. In North Escambia, a low of $3.09 could be found Sunday night at stations on Highway 29 in Cantonment.
“Prices at the pump moved up quickly early last week as oil prices rallied,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “With oil taking another large step higher on Friday, motorists should prepare for another round of increases in the days ahead as retailers and suppliers adjust to those higher costs.”
Crude oil prices soared 36 percent last week, marking the largest weekly increase in twenty years. Friday’s closing price hit $90.90 per barrel, nearly $24 higher than the previous week and the highest since September 2023. Gasoline futures rose sharply as well, climbing 67 cents per gallon.
These increases pushed gas prices higher early in the week and will likely continue influencing pump prices in the days ahead, according to AAA.
“Oil is the biggest input cost in gasoline, so when crude and gasoline futures climb, retail prices usually follow,” Jenkins said. “U.S. supplies remain steady, refineries are operating, and there is no indication of a shortage for drivers. The higher pump prices reflect increased fuel costs, not disruptions to U.S. availability.”
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Tate Goes 3-4 At Weekend At Panama City Softball Challenge
March 9, 2026
The Tate Lady Aggies went 3-1 at the Florida-USA Softball Challenge 2026 on Friday and Saturday in Panama City.
Senior Kaylie Mitchell had four total home runs during the tournament, and was a tough call away from a fifth. Senior Jordyn Banks had one home run.
Tournament Scores
- Brewbaker Tech 5, Tate 4
- Tate 9, Wicksburg 2
- Tate 15, Ashford 10
- Tate 13, Arnold 3
This week, Tate will travel to Navarre on Tuesday, and to West Florida on Friday, to round out action before Spring Break.
Pictured: Tate Lady Aggies Senior Kaylie Mitchell at the Florida-USA Softball Challenge 2026 on Friday and Saturday in Panama City. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Northview Takes Three At Weekend At Panama City Softball Challenge
March 9, 2026
Northview’s Lady Chiefs went 3-1 at the Florida-USA Softball Challenge 2026 on Friday and Saturday in Panama City.
Daviona Randolph had three home runs for the Lady Chiefs, Avery Stuckey had one, and Brooklyn Allen had a grand slam.
Tournament Scores
- Northview 6, Port St. Joe 0
- Northview 5, Ashford 2
- Enterprise 8, Northview 3
- Northview 12, Walton 1
This week, Northview will host T.R. Miller on Tuesday and travel to Niceville on Thursday.
Saturday Night Crash Claims Life Of Motorcyclist On Highway 97
March 8, 2026
A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a pickup truck on Saturday night on Highway 97.
The crash occurred about two miles south of Tungoil Road, or about six miles south of Walnut Hill.
The motorcyclist, a 54-year-old man from Stapleton, Alabama, was northbound on Highway 97 when he crossed the centerline, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The motorcycle collided head-on with a Ford F150 driven by a 63-year-old Milton man.
After collision, the vehicles traveled nearly 200 feet south until coming to rest on the shoulder of the roadway. The motorcyclist was pronounced deceased on the scene by first responders.
The driver of the pickup truck and his 54-year-old female passenger were transported by Escambia County EMS to Sacred Heart Hospital with minor injuries.
The Molino and Walnut Hill Stations of Escambia County Fire Rescue, Escambia County EMS, and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office responded.
Highway 97 was completely closed and detoured for about four hours.
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Man Wanted For Cantonment Homicide After Victim’s Body Found
March 8, 2026
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a homicide suspect in connection with the death of a 34-year-old man found dead in Cantonment.
Devaughn Kentrell Williamson is wanted in connection to a homicide that occurred on Wednesday, March 4 in the 100 block of Booker Lane, just north of Booker Street.
Deputies originally responded to Booker Lane after a report of “deadly missiles” and found blood and shell casings at the scene.
Deputies were working a missing persons case and developed Williamson as a suspect, which ultimately led to the discovery of the victim’s body.
Investigators believe the motive is drug related.
The case remains under investigation and further details have not been released.
Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Devaughn Kentrell Williamson is asked to contact the ECSO at (850) 436-9620 or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.
Play Ball! Saturday Was Opening Day For A Growing Century Blackcats Ball Program
March 8, 2026
Saturday was opening day for the spring ball season for the Century Baseball Association at Showalter Park.
The program is continuing to grow, up from 198 players and 16 teams last year to 220 plays and 19 teams this year.
For a photo gallery, click here.
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Escambia Fire Responds To Reported House Fire Off Chemstrand Road
March 8, 2026
Saturday night, Escambia County Fire Rescue responded to a reported house fire just off Chemstrand Road.
The fire in the 600 block of Dye Street was reported around 9:20 p.m. Escambia County Fire Rescue was able to quickly bring the situation under control with no significant damage.
Further details were not available Saturday night.
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