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Making History: Tate High School Earns First-Ever ‘A’ School Grade
Tate High School has reached a historic milestone, earning its first-ever “A” school grade from the Florida Department of Education. This achievement marks not only the first “A” in the school’s history, but also the first time a traditional high school in Escambia County Public Schools has earned the state’s highest accountability rating, reflecting years [...]
Former Century Correctional Warden Is Now Secretary Of The Florida Dept. Of Corrections
A former warden of the Century Correctional Institution has been appointed the secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
“Richard Comerford has dedicated more than four decades of service to the Florida Department of Corrections and has been instrumental in advancing the Department’s mission,” said DeSantis. “His experience, leadership, and commitment to [...]
Escambia Schools Earn ‘A’ Grade; Here’s How Your Child’s School Scored
For the first time in recent memory, the Escambia County Public Schools system has earned an “A”, according to school grades released on Wednesday morning by the Florida Department of Education.
Overall, 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances. Overall, 19 ECPS schools earned an “A”, 16 schools earned a “B”, 17 [...]
Storm Packs a Punch in North Escambia: Trees Snapped, Lines Downed, and Hundreds Left in the Dark
A strong evening thunderstorm Tuesday evening in North Escambia left hundreds without power and caused minor damage.
High winds left about one-third of Escambia River Electric Cooperative’s members in Escambia County without power after numerous poles and power lines were knocked down.
At one point in the evening, EREC reported about 1,600 members without power, with about [...]
Heavy Thunderstorm Flips Aircraft, Damages Metal Building In Walnut Hill
A heavy thunderstorm that moved through Walnut Hill on Tuesday evening flipped an aircraft and damaged a large metal building.
The glider was apparently anchored at a grass airstrip operated by Solace Aerial on Railroad Road, near the Genesis Rail Systems transfer station. The glider was blown approximately 200 yards, coming to rest upside down in [...]
Oak Grove Garage Workshop Destroyed By Tuesday Afternoon Fire
Fire destroyed a large metal building and garage workshop at a home in Oak Grove Tuesday afternoon.
Explosions were reported from fuel tanks inside the structure just after 3 p.m., and arriving firefighters found the building heavily involved in fire on North Highway 99 near Mayhaw Road.
There was no immediate word on the exact cause of [...]
Midday Crash Claims Life Of Century Man On Highway 29 At Highway 97 In Molino
A two-vehicle crash on Highway 29 at Highway 97 in Molino claimed the life of a 73-year-old Century man.
The man was driving a small Honda sedan when he rear-ended a stopped Dodge Ram pickup on northbound Highway 29 around noon. The Century man was pronounced deceased at the scene by Escambia County EMS. The driver [...]
Man Fatally Shot By Escambia (AL) Deputies Following Standoff Near Atmore
A man was fatally shot on Monday after a standoff with law enforcement north of Atmore.
The Escambia County (AL) Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence on Atmosphere Road for a reported shots fired disturbance where deputies determined that the man had discharged a firearm and continued to make threats of violence towards neighbors and law [...]
DeSantis Slashes Over $3.4 Million In Funding For Escambia Public Safety, Century Wastewater
Gov. Ron DeSantis line-item vetoed items totaling $810 million when he signed Florida’s $117.6 billion Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget on Monday, including a wastewater project in Century and public safety for Escambia County.
DeSantis vetoed:
Escambia County Hazardous Materials Regional Emergency Response Vehicle — $1.35 million. It was intended to be a regional response vehicle used across [...]
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Sizzling Sunshine and High Heat Start The Holiday Weekend
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15 Arrested In ECSO Warrants Sweep
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Man, 77, Seriously Injured In Morristown Road Crash
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Pensacola Outlaws Motorcycle Club Member Gets Seven Years In Federal Prison For Arson
A Pensacola Outlaws Motorcycle Club Member has been sentenced to federal prison. Gregory E. Simonds Jr., 43, of Escambia County was...
State Issues Max Fine After FPL Contractor Herbicide Application Kills Animals, Bees
A state investigation has found that a contractor working for Florida Power & Light misused herbicides during an aerial application...
Hernández’s Homer Not Enough In 7-1 Wahoos Loss
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos saw their four-game winning streak come to an end on Wednesday, falling 7-1 to the Rocket City Trash Pandas. Cristian...
Escambia County Veterans Services Outreach In Molino On Thursday
The Escambia County Veterans Services Office will hold an outreach event in Molino on Thursday, July 2. The event will take place...
Pickup Hydroplanes During Heavy Thunderstorm, Crashes Into Flooded Ditch
A driver crashed into a flooded drainage ditch during a heavy thunderstorm in Walnut Hill Tuesday evening. The man said he was traveling...
NWE 13U Chiefs Bagging Groceries Today, Friday To Raise Funds
The NWE 13U Chiefs will be bagging groceries for donations at the Piggly Wiggly on Highway 97 in Davisville to raise funds for the...
Blue Wahoos Blast Rocket City For Fourth Straight Win
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos continued to punish Southern League pitching on Tuesday night, opening up their six-game road series with...
WSRE Ends Affiliation With PBS, Effective July 1
Sesame Street, Antiques Roadshow, NOVA, Masterpiece Theatre and other PBS favorites are now gone from WSRE-TV 23. As of July 1, the...
DeSantis Inks $117.6 Billion State Budget, Trims $810 Million With Vetoes
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a $117.6 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 on Monday, June 29, 2026, utilizing...
Molino Mid-County Historical Society Presents Scholarships
The Molino Mid-County Historical Society recently presented four scholarships to graduating 2026 seniors. The scholarships were presented...
Man Charged With Reckless Murder Of 15-Year Old Brewton Girl
An 18-year-old East Brewton man has been charged with murdering a 15-year-old girl Sunday night in Brewton. William Sanders, 18, of...
Tractor-Trailer Crash Shuts Down Beulah Road Monday Afternoon
Traffic was blocked on Beulah Road Monday after a tractor-trailer overturned. It happened just after noon when the tractor-trailer,...
Man Wanted For Daycare A/C Theft, $30K Business Metal Theft
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is calling on the public to help locate a local man wanted on a string of felony charges, including...
West Bogia Road Collapse Repairs Are Complete (Well, Almost)
West Bogia Road repairs are now complete — except for striping. Crews paved the roadway last Thursday and Friday, and they will...
Northview Athletic Director Obreonne Parker Wins Prestigious State Sportsmanship Award
Northview High School Athletic Director Obreonne Parker has been honored with the prestigious Chris Hixon Exemplary Sportsmanship...
Looking Back: The Local Photos And Stories From The Past Week
(We are trying a new weekly feature on NorthEscambia.com with a look back at photos and stories from the past week. Tell us what you...
Century Correctional Inmate Serving Time For Homicide Assaulted Staff Member, FDC Says
A Century Correctional Institution inmate assaulted a correctional officer, according to the Florida Department of Corrections. Inmate...
Florida Gas Prices Declined 20 Cents Last Week On Average, AAA Says
Escambia County gas prices were up a few cents, on average, during the past week, according to AAA. Sunday’s average wsa $3.45...
Wahoos Wallop Lookouts In Series-Clinching Finale
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos didn’t need a comeback to win their Sunday series finale against the Chattanooga Lookouts, scoring...
Escambia Ham Radio Operators Practice Emergency Communications During Annual Field Day
Local amateur radio operators gathered on Saturday at the Escambia County Emergency Operations Center on W Street to participate in...
Local Students Receive Construction Career Days Scholarships
The Escambia County School Board recently honored students who received 2026 Northwest Florida Construction Career Days scholarships. The...
One-Year-Old Uninjured In Saturday Rollover On I-10
One person was injured when a pickup truck rolled over on I-10 just inside Escambia County on Saturday afternoon. A 20-year-old woman...
Traffic Alert: This Week’s List Of Construction Slow Down Spots
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads and projects in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews...
Blue Wahoos Overcome Six Run Deficit For Second Straight Comeback Win
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos have garnered a flair for the dramatics. After an incredible comeback victory on Friday night, Pensacola...
2019 Alabama Prison Escapee Now Facing Florida Charges For Walnut Hill Machete Carjacking
A man who escaped an Alabama prison facility and allegedly staged a local carjacking in 2019 has been extradited to Escambia County,...
Escambia County Man Charged With Sexual Assault of Young Girl
A 31-year-old Escambia County man has been charged with sexually assaulting a 5-year-old girl. Jeramy Kaylen Stewart was charged with...
Escambia County Veterans Services Office To Hold Outreach In Molino
The Escambia County Veterans Services Office will hold an outreach event in Molino. The event will take place Thursday, July 2 from...
Escambia Man Indicted On Federal Gun Charges
An Escambia County man has been indicted on federal drug charges. James Christopher Bradford, 34, was charged with one count of conspiracy...