Two Injured In Cantonment Highway 29 Crash
June 15, 2026
Two people were injured in a single-vehicle crash Sunday evening in Cantonment.
The crash occurred on Highway 29 near Archer Road just before 7:30 p.m. when a sedan driven by a 19-year-old Dothan woman left the roadway, traveled into a wooded area, and struck a tree.
The woman and her 22-year-old passenger, also from Dothan, were transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS as “trauma alerts”. FHP said on Monday that the injuries were minor.
The Cantonment station of Escambia County Fire Rescue also responded to the scene.
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Tate High Graduate Evan Taylor Commits To Wallace Selma
June 15, 2026
Tate High School 2026 graduate Evan Taylor has committed to continue his baseball and academic career at Wallace Community College Selma. NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Escambia County Conducts Annual Hurricane Exercise
June 15, 2026
Escambia County Emergency Management hosted its annual hurricane exercise recently at the Emergency Operations Center to test local readiness ahead of the peak of the Gulf Coast hurricane season.
This year’s drill simulated the complex recovery phase immediately following a major hurricane landfall. Participants from various local agencies and emergency support functions were forced to respond to rapidly evolving, real-world scenarios, including widespread power outages, structural damage, and heavy debris blocking critical roadways.
Officials said that the exercise is vital for ensuring seamless communication and coordination between county staff and community partners when a real disaster strikes.
These Are The Road Construction Spots To Watch This Week
June 15, 2026
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads and projects in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities.
Escambia County:
- Interstate 10 (I-10) Resurfacing from east of U.S. 29 to east of Davis Highway (State Road (S.R.) 291) – Drivers on I-10 may encounter intermittent lane closures, traffic shifts and periodic ramp closures, between mile markers 11 and 14, Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. for paving operations and roadway construction.
- S.R. 295 Resurfacing from S.R. 292 (Barrancas Avenue) to S.R. 727 (West Fairfield Drive) – Drivers may encounter intermittent lane closures on S.R. 295, between S.R. 292 (Barrancas Avenue) and S.R. 727 (West Fairfield Drive), Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, from 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., for construction activities.
- S.R. 292 (Gulf Beach Highway) from east of Bauer Road (County Road 293) to Manchester Street – The week of Sunday, June 14, drivers may encounter intermittent lane closures on S.R. 292, from east of Bauer Road to Manchester Street, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., for construction activities. Additionally, a new traffic configuration has been implemented on S.R. 292 between Mills Avenue and just east of Patton Drive, with travel lanes shifted to the outside of the roadway to provide space to construct a median traffic separator. Channelizing devices are in place to delineate the work zone. The speed limit has been reduced to 35 mph through the work zone.
- Business U.S. 98 (Garden Street) Construction from Pace Boulevard to the Interstate 110 (I-110) ramp – The week of Sunday, June 14, drivers may encounter the following construction-related traffic disruptions:
- Garden Street, between Pace Boulevard and N. Donelson Street, is reduced to two travel lanes (one in each direction) as crews perform construction activities on the north side of the street. This temporary traffic configuration will be in place through late 2026.
- Temporary side street closures north of Garden Street for stormwater drainage system reconstruction. This week, drivers may encounter a closure with detour at I Street and J Street. Signage will be in place to direct drivers through the work zone.
- On-street parking is closed on Garden Street, between B Street and L Street.
- I-110 Resurfacing from I-10 to U.S. 98 – Drivers on I-110 may encounter intermittent lane closures, traffic shifts and periodic ramp closures, between I-10 and U.S. 98, Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., for paving operations and roadway construction.
- I-10 Resurfacing from the Perdido River Bridge to west of U.S. 29 – Drivers on I-10 may encounter intermittent and alternating lane closures, between the Perdido River Bridge and mile marker 1, Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., for guardrail installation.
- I-10 at Nine Mile Road Interchange (Exit 5) Construction – Drivers will encounter the following construction-related traffic disruptions:
- Intermittent lane closures on I-10 westbound near the Nine Mile Road interchange, Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- Nine Mile Road will be reduced to one travel lane in each direction between the I-10 ramps, Sunday, June 14 through Saturday, June 20, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Law enforcement will be on site, and directional signage will be in place to guide drivers through the work zone.
- Temporary reconfiguration of the I-10 westbound ramps, which will remain in place through mid-2026.
- I-10 at U.S. 29 Interchange (Exit 10) Construction – Drivers may encounter the following lane closures on Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.:
- I-10 westbound traffic will be reduced to one travel lane and shifted south near mile marker 10.
- Intermittent outside lane closures on eastbound I-10, near mile marker 9.
- Intermittent outside lane closures on U.S. 29 northbound, between Diamond Dairy Road and Broad Street.
Additionally, drivers are reminded of the following ongoing construction-related traffic impacts:
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- Intermittent lane closures on North Palafox Street between Whitehead Drive and Hope Drive. Flaggers will be present to direct traffic through the work zone.
- I-10 is reduced to two travel lanes in each direction between U.S. 29 and I-110.
- I-10 travel lanes are shifted away from the median area of the roadway, near the U.S. 29 interchange.
- The U.S. 29 southbound access to the I-10 eastbound on-ramp has been reduced.
- The U.S. 29 northbound ramp to I-10 eastbound is closed. U.S. 29 northbound drivers are being detoured to make a U-turn at Broad Street onto U.S. 29 southbound to access I-10 eastbound.
- S.R. 97 (Atmore Highway) Resurfacing from U.S. 29 to the Alabama State Line – Motorists will encounter the following traffic impacts:
- Intermittent lane and shoulder closures are to be expected throughout the project limits on Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for median improvements.
- Lane closures are to be expected at S.R. 95 and S.R. 97 on Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for median improvements.
Santa Rosa County:
- U.S. 98 Widening from Bayshore Road to Portside Drive – Motorists will encounter the following traffic impacts:
- Median and turn lane closures from Bayshore Road to Tiger Lake Drive.
- Intermittent lane closures and additional median closures between Bayshore Road and Tiger Lake Drive, Sunday, June 14 through Saturday, June 20, from 7 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for paving operations.
- U.S. 90 Resurfacing, from Escambia River Bridge to east of Woodbine Road – Drivers may encounter intermittent lane closures on U.S. 90, from Escambia River Bridge to Woodbine Road, Sunday, June 14 through Thursday, June 18, between 7 p.m. and 5:30 a.m., for guardrail installation. Additionally, the speed limit has been reduced to 45 mph through the work zone.
All activities are weather dependent and may be delayed or rescheduled in the event of inclement weather.
West Florida Libraries Resume Fine And Fee Payments Today
June 15, 2026
After system upgrades, fine and fee payments will resume today, June 15, and all West Florida Public Libraries branches.
Library staff will resume requesting payment for outstanding balances during transactions and account assistance. Library loan periods and finds are in the chart below.
WFPL said additional improvements and updates are still underway during the software migration.
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Florida Gas Prices Decline, AAA Says
June 15, 2026
Florida gas prices are moving lower after rising 17 cents early last week. The state average then declined 12 cents through the weekend.
Sunday’s state average of $3.83 per gallon is 3 cents more than a week ago, 56 cents less than a month ago, and 88 cents more than this time last year.
The Pensacola metro had the lowest average price in the state at $3.52. In Pensacola, a low of $3.09 was available on Sunday at the warehouse clubs and several other stations around town. In North Escambia, a low of $3.37 was available Sunday at stations of Highway 29 in Cantonment.
“Crude prices dropped overnight after the United States and Iran announced an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “This is an encouraging sign for drivers, as lower oil prices typically lead to lower prices at the pump. However, this remains a fluid situation, and it’s unclear how quickly or how much gas prices may fall.”
Sunday night, crude oil traded around $80 per barrel, down about 5% from Friday’s closing price of $84.88.
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Blue Wahoos Clinch Series With 8-4 Win Over Clingstones
June 15, 2026
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos wrapped up their weeklong road series against the Columbus Clingstones with an 8-4 win on Sunday afternoon.
Juan Matheus, Jay Beshears, Garret Forrester and Dillon Lewis each went deep, helping the Blue Wahoos secure a series win and apply pressure in the first half South Division playoff race. With one week remaining, they are 1.0 game behind first-place Montgomery pending the results of the Biscuits’ Sunday contest.
Luis Moreno (W, 2-3) allowed a first-inning solo homer to David McCabe, the Columbus slugger’s league-leading 15th of the season, but turned in another effective start with 5.0+ innings of two-run ball.
The Blue Wahoos got on the board against Clingstones starter Ian Mejia (L, 0-4) in the second inning, using speed and small ball to score a pair of runs. Cristian Hernández was hit by a pitch, stole two bases, and scored when Ian Lewis Jr. stole second and prompted an errant throw to the outfield. Cam Cannarella then laced an RBI single to right field, scoring Lewis Jr. to put Pensacola ahead 2-1.
Matheus hit a two-run homer in the third and Beshears added a solo shot in the fourth, extending the Blue Wahoos lead to 5-1.
The Clingstones chipped away, as Luke Waddell delivered an RBI single in the fifth and sacrifice fly in the seventh, but relievers Kade Bragg and Nigel Belgrave worked out of trouble to preserve the lead. Late homers from Forrester in the eighth and Lewis in the ninth created a four-run cushion for Colby Martin to close out the 8-4 final.
After an off day Monday, the Blue Wahoos wrap up the first half with a six-game home series against the Birmingham Barons on Tuesday.
written by Erik Bremer
Update: West Bogia Road Reopens Just Two Weeks After Flood Collapse
June 14, 2026
UPDATE: West Bogia Road reopened Sunday afternoon, June 14.
Two weeks after West Bogia Road at South Century Boulevard collapsed during torrential rainfall and flooding, emergency repairs are almost complete.
On May 31, estimates showed a three-hour rainfall approaching six inches in the McDavid area.
While Highway 29 at West Bogia Road was under several feet of water, West Bogia Road washed away and collapsed at a culvert at the intersection.
The Florida Department of Transportation agreed to make repairs to the county road. The culvert that collapsed had a pipe that was 78 inches (6.5 feet) in diameter and 40 feet long.
Fore more photos, click to enlarge.
By Saturday, June 13, the state had replaced the headwall around a new pipe with new, solid concrete and rebuilt the crossing. Paving had not yet been completed. According to FDOT, the contractor should, weather permitting, reopen West Bogia Road in a few days.
Pictured: Flooding and the collapse of West Bogia Road and repairs as of Saturday afternoon, June 13, and just after the collapse on May 31. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
FHP PIT Maneuver On I-10 Ends Pursuit Of Suicidal Century Man Fleeing Flomaton
June 14, 2026
A potentially suicidal Century man fleeing from Flomaton crashed Saturday afternoon on I-10 in Okaloosa County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
“The driver had made several statements that he was going to attempt to commit suicide,” FHP said in a statement released Saturday night.
The 31-year-old man who was fleeing from Flomaton was traveling west on I-10 when FHP attempted to stop the vehicle near Crestview just after 3 p.m.. A PIT maneuver allowed troopers to successfully end the pursuit and the driver was taken into custody without incident. His name has not been released.
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Florida Sen. Ashley Moody Fights To Ensure More American Flags Are Made In America
June 14, 2026
Today, Sunday, June 14, is Flag Day.
During Flag Week, Florida Senator Ashley Moody is fighting to ensure more American flags are made in the U.S.A. Senator Moody is a cosponsor of the Make American Flags in America Act, which would close loopholes in existing law so more flags that are displayed or bought with federal funds are domestically sourced.
“As we celebrate National Flag Week, we honor the enduring symbol that is our Stars and Stripes. The American flag represents the freedom we cherish and the generations of patriots who have defended it. That’s why I’m cosponsoring the Make American Flags in America Act to ensure more of our nation’s flags are made here in the U.S.A.,” said Moody.
The Make American Flags in America Act builds upon the previous All-American Flag Act, which prohibits federal funds from being used to purchase American flags unless the flags are domestically manufactured, with a few exceptions.
The new Make American Flags in America Act closes a few loopholes in the previous bill, such as applying to the legislature, judiciary, and federal government corporations, and removing the acquisition threshold so that all flags purchased must be domestically manufactured.
The Act also requires that all flags displayed must be domestically manufactured and requires an FTC study on compliance.