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Steven Barry Keeps Escambia County Commission District 5 Seat For Fourth Term
Steven Barry has won a fourth term as the Escambia County District 5 commissioner.
With complete but unofficial results reported Tuesday night, Republican Barry had 21,663 vote (61.78%) to No Party Affiliation (NPA) candidate Joshua Roberson’s 13.404 votes (38.22%).
“I’m truly humbled by the support of my constituents, and for them allowing me the opportunity to continue [...]
Voters Renew Half-cent Sales Tax For Escambia Schools
Voters in Escambia County approved the renewal of a half-cent sales tax for schools.
With 80 of 80 precincts reporting, 68.91% (105,969) votes were for the referendum, while 31.09% (48,251) voted against.
The current half-cent tax, which was passed a decade ago, expires on December 31, 2027. The 10-year referendum that passed Tuesday will go into effect [...]
Century Voters Approve Two Charter Amendments, Reject Third
At the polls Tuesday, Century voters approved two amendments to the town’s charter while rejecting a third.
Maylor Luis Gomez, Jr. had encouraged residents to approve all three questions for “securing a strong future for Century” and for “shaping what is next for our town”.
Question 1 PASS
Yes – 299 (57.83%)
No – 218 (42.17%)
What it says: Amends [...]
Fiery I-10 Crash Claims Life Of Cantonment Man
A fiery crash on I-10 in Santa Rosa County claimed in life of a Cantonment man early Tuesday morning.
The Florida Highway Patrol said the 62-year-old was eastbound in his SUV on I-10 about 3:50 a.m. when his SUV left the roadway and struck several trees. After impact, the vehicle burst into flames.
Troopers said the man [...]
New Convenience Store Planned For Highway 29 At Highway 97 In Molino
Plans are in the works once again for a new convenience store at the intersection of Highway 29 and Highway 97 in Molino.
Fikes Wholesale of Texas submitted the plans to the Escambia County Development Review Committee for a Casey’s Convenience Store.
This is associated with Casey’s, the third largest convenience store and fifth largest pizza chain in the [...]
Santa Rosa Deputies Seek Five Points Carjacking Victim; Suspect Arrested
The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to identify the victim of an attempted carjacking Monday night at the Five Points intersection in Pace.
The incident happened about 8:40 p.m. at the Circle K located at 5661 Quintette Road. The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office initially responded to a reported two-vehicle collision with injuries. [...]
Most CSX Crossings In Escambia County To Close Sometime During The Coming Weeks
Most CSX railroad crossings throughout Escambia County will be closed at some point over the coming weeks while crews perform maintenance. The closures are set to begin today.
Each railroad crossing will be closed for approximately 24-72 hours depending on the required work. Maintenance is expected to be completed in December 2024.
Roads will be temporarily closed [...]
SEC Soccer Tournament Opens At Ashton Brosnaham (With Photo Gallery)
Georgia, LSU, Tennessee and Alabama were winners in the first round of the SEC Soccer Tournament Sunday at the Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park off 10 Mile Road.
Up next in quarter final action on Tuesday:
No. 2 Arkansas vs No. 7 Georgia, 11:30 a.m.
No. 3 Texas vs No. 11 LSU, 2 p.m.
No. 1 Mississippi Statevs. No. 9 [...]
Photos: Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show Saturday
The Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola 2024 Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show wrapped up Saturday before a crowd of tens of thousands of people.
Visitors to the air station had the opportunity to see the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, and the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, The Thunderbirds, along with other [...]
Over 120,000 Attend Friday Blue Angels Homecoming Show (With Gallery)
With the U.S. Armed Forces premiere aviation demonstration squadrons performing together at the same show, more than 120,000 spectators experienced the first day of the Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola 2024 Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show Friday.
Visitors to the air station had the opportunity to see the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, [...]
Nearly 50 Shots Fired, Some Striking Multiple Residences In Atmore
Police said nearly 50 shots were fired striking multiple homes in Atmore Thursday night.
Atmore Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired on October 31 at a residence in the 400 block of 4th Avenue. Officers arrived at 9:46 p.m., finding 49 spent shell casings from three different firearms. Though no one was injured, [...]
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Hurricane Rafael Heads Toward The Gulf of Mexico
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Century Cancels Council Meetings Due To General Election
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Bratt Elementary Students Learn About Fire Safety
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Tate, Jim Allen, Ernest Ward, Century Inviting Veterans To Ceremonies
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SEC Soccer Quarterfinals Are Today At Escambia County’s Ashton Brosnaham Park
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What’s That Mystery Molino Crop With The Yellow Flowers?
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Century’s Mayor Asking Voters To Approve Charter Changes
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Man Pleads Guilty To 2022 DUI Crash That Killed Escambia County Deputy
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Average Florida Gas Price Dips 13 Cents Per Gallon
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SEC Soccer Tournament Starts Today At Ashton Brosnaham Park
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Northview Band Members Perform With USA Jaguar Marching Band
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Ashton Brosnaham Dog Park Closed During SEC Tournament
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A Rout for the Record Books As No. 21 UWF Rolls 70-0 Past Erskine
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Cantonment Church Hosting Affordable CPR Class for Community
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Sneak Peek Photos: The Blue Angels, Thunderbirds Fly On Thursday
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Here’s The Air Show Schedule, Access Info, Prohibited Items List You Need To Know
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Flomaton Gets Past Northview 6-0 In Season Ender
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Tate Golfers Ben Robinson And Baylor Touchstone Qualify For Regionals
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