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College Football Foundation, Sun Belt Award $1,000 To Tate High Teacher
A Tate High School educator received a big surprise, walking away with national recognition and extra funds to support her work.
Lauralee Best was surprised by representatives of the Sun Belt Conference with a $1,000 gift as part of the annual Extra Yard for Teachers “Big Day for Teachers” initiative. She was chosen from among all [...]
Accused Of ‘Gross Negligence,’ Century Employee Defends Record Before Council
This week, the Century Town Council tabled action on firing a street department employee for “gross negligence” and “causing monetary and hardship with citizens”.
The town charter requires the mayor to hire, and fire, employees only after getting approval from the town council. And over recent years, there has been a lot of tension and even [...]
Traffic Light or Restricted U-turn? Residents Voice Opinions On Highway 29, Highway 196 Intersection Safety Options
A large crowd gathered late Tuesday afternoon at a Florida Department of Transportation public meeting in Molino to weigh in on proposed safety improvements at the deadly Highway 29 at Highway 196 (Barrineau Park Road) intersection. Area residents had the opportunity to weigh in on two alternatives being considered for the intersection: a traditional traffic [...]
‘Two Major’ Natural Gas Leaks: Century To Spend Nearly $70K To Fix
The Town of Century has allocated up to $70,000 to repair “two major” natural gas leaks.
The leaks — described only as being “in Byrneville” and on “Highway 29″ — have been ongoing since they were discovered by a consulting company over a year ago. Town Clerk Carrie Moore said Tuesday night that the leaks are [...]
West Roberts Road Reopening Extended To Thursday; Overall Project End Pushed To Winter
A portion of West Roberts Road that was temporarily closed for construction on August 29 is now expected to reopen by 5 p.m. on Thursday, weather permitting, but completion of the entire project is not expected until winter.
“The closure extension will help ensure that crews can work as safely and efficiently as possible while the [...]
Blue Wahoos Honor Northview Grad Brianna Smith For A Decade As ‘Twirly Girl’
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos recently honored their “Twirly Girl,” Northview High School graduate Brianna Smith, for 10 years with the team.
Before graduating in 2017, Smith twirled at Northview, where as a majorette she was known for performing with fiery batons.
Smith is now in her fourth year of teaching at Byrneville Elementary School.
Pictured: Blue Wahoos Twirly [...]
Man Airlifted Following ATV Crash On Highway 97 In Walnut Hill
One person was critically injured Sunday evening in a single ATV crash on Highway 97 in Walnut Hill.
According to witnesses, the adult male was southbound on Highway 97 just south of South Highway 99 when he suddenly veered his ATV into a driveway. The ATV overturned when the man lost control in the driveway, and [...]
School Closures, Rezoning On The Table As Escambia School District Begins “Right-Sizing” Process
Escambia County Public Schools will begin committee meetings this month to “right size the district,” which could lead to realigning or rezoning some schools while closing others.
The School Attendance Zone Advisory Committee (SAZAC) will hold its first meeting on September 24 at the Vernon McDaniel Building on Pace Boulevard. The committee is tasked with making [...]
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Officers Rescue Fox Entangled In Netting Near Molino
An entangled red fox is recovering thanks to a quick response from Escambia County Animal Welfare officers near Molino. A concerned...
Vehicle Fire Quickly Extinguished At Davisville Community Center
Firefighters quickly extinguish a vehicle fire on Wednesday afternoon in front of the Davisville Community Center on Highway 97. The...
Lower Humidity And Sunny Skies
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast: Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 89. East wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high...
Impact 100 Names Finalists For $1.3 Million In Grants
IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area has announced 20 nonprofit finalists that will share $1,313,000 in grants. Thirteen of the 20 nonprofit...
Escambia County Man Convicted Of Second Degree Murder For Gas Station Shooting
An Escambia County man has been sentenced to 25 years in state prison for a 2024 fatal shooting at a gas station. Arrington Marcellas...
Volleyball: Tate Beats Pace 3-1; Northview Chiefs Fall To Central
Tate 3, Pace 1 The Tate Aggies earned a 3-1 varsity volleyball victory over the visiting Pace Patriots on their home floor on Tuesday. Tate...
SEC Soccer Tournament Returns To North Escambia In November
The Southeastern Conference Women’s Soccer Tournament will return to the North Escambia area in November. The top 12 SEC teams will...
Ascend Reports Non-Hazardous Wastewater Spill
Ascend Performance Materials on Old Chemstrand Road reported a non-hazardous wastewater spill on Tuesday. “Due to equipment...
DeSantis, Florida GOP Clash Over ‘Rainy Day Fund’
Gov. Ron DeSantis eventually got the Legislature to put his property tax cut measure on the ballot, but he’s not on board with a...
Century Workshop Explores In-Home Childcare Businesses Following Daycare Closure
The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of West Florida hosted a free workshop, “Launching a Home-based...
Wahoos’ Season On the Brink After Playoff Game One Loss To Biloxi
The Blue Wahoos this season produced their third-best win percentage in franchise history with a team relying on its resolve. They...
MILO, The Mobile ID And Licensing Office, Is Coming To Walnut Hill This Week
The Escambia County Tax Collector’s Mobile Identification and Licensing Office (MILO) is coming to Walnut Hill and Century. The...
Escambia Man Sentenced For Selling Machine Gun Conversion Devices On Facebook
An Escambia County man has pleaded guilty to selling machine gun conversion devices on Facebook. Alaisjah Perkins, 23, of Pensacola,...
Applications Open For Pine Beetle Assistance And Prevention Program
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention Program for non-industrial, private...
EREC: Water Service Restored In Breastworks Road Area
Escambia River Electric Cooperative says water service has been restored for customers in the Breastworks Road area near the Christian...
Reminder: Kids Get Free Breakfast And Lunch At 44 Escambia County Schools
Breakfast and lunch are free for all students, regardless of income, during this school year at 44 schools and centers in Escambia...
Molino Community Center, Library, Museum To Close Sept. 19-26 For Restoration of Vintage Floors
The Molino Community Center, including the Molino Library, will be closed from Saturday, September 19 through Saturday, September...
Bonus Gallery: Northview Tribal Beat Band, Cheerleaders, Fans, And More
Friday night was Week 4 of high school football as the Northview Chiefs hosted the Port. St. Joe Tiger Sharks. For a photo gallery...
Average Florida Gas Prices Rise Above $4 A Gallon
Florida gas prices went back above $4 a gallon on average for the first time since June 1, 2026, as rising oil prices continue to...
Wahoos Wrap Regular Season with 2-1 Loss to Shuckers
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos ended their regular season on Sunday afternoon with a 2-1 loss at the hands of the Biloxi Shuckers. After...
Here Are This Week’s Road Construction Traffic Trouble Spots
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction...
Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Connection With Atmore Crowd Shooting
A 21-year-old Bay Minette man is facing two counts of attempted murder following an early Sunday morning shooting that left one person...
Molino Woman Accused Of Amusement Park Burglary Enters Pretrial Diversion
A Molino woman charged with burglarizing a local waterpark and amusement park where she was formerly employed has entered into a deferred...
Cantonment Man Sentenced In Child Abuse Case
A Cantonment man was recenthly sentenced in an April 2026 case in which he allegedly threatened a woman and forced her vehicle off...
Wahoos Find Diamond In the Rough In Blowout Loss to Shuckers
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos fell 19-1 to the Biloxi Shuckers on Saturday night in their penultimate game of the regular season. Blue...
Florida Government Weekly Roundup: ‘AI Is Only Going To Get More Advanced’
Florida Weekly Roundup is a look back at last week in a Florida politics and government. As political campaigns heat up after the...
FDLE Arrests Cantonment Man On Multiple Felony Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has arrested a Cantonment man on multiple felony child sexual exploitation charges. Michael...
Northview Chiefs Roll To 4-0 With Dominant 35-0 Win Over Port St. Joe
The Northview Chiefs made a resounding statement Friday night, proving their shift into Class 1A competition won’t slow down...
Tate High Veterinary Academy Students, Mascot Sadie Visit School Board
Students and mascot Sadie from the Tate High School Veterinary Science Academy visited an Escambia County School Board workshop this...
Atmore Parents Charged After 14-Month-Old Ingests Suspected Opioids
An Atmore couple faces felony child endangerment and drug charges after their 14-month-old child suffered an apparent opioid overdose...
25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Observed At NAS Pensacola
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, service members, local first responders, and community members...