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Flomaton Police Investigating After FPD Officer Accused Of ‘Road Rage’ Incident Near Tate High
The Flomaton Police Department is investigating after a social media post alleged one of its officers engaged in aggressive driving and a verbal confrontation outside Tate High School in Cantonment, Florida—more than 30 miles south of the department’s Alabama jurisdiction.
Flomaton Police Chief Justin Hetrick issued a statement late Saturday afternoon addressing the incident, confirming the [...]
Voter Turnout Near 14% So Far In Escambia County Aug. 18 Primary Election
Voter turnout stood at 13.93% by the end of early voting on Saturday for the August 18 primary election.
The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office reported 14,793 mail ballots received. During early voting, there were 14,793 ballots cast. Of those ballots, 15,635 were Republican, 10,033 were Democratic, 2,432 were No Party Affiliation and 356 were [...]
State Ag Officer Praised For Saving Life Of Choking Child In Century
A Florida Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement (OALE) officer is being credited with saving the life of a one-year-old child in Century earlier this week.
On Tuesday afternoon, OALE Officer William Register was working a detail in Century when a couple rushed to him at the Marathon Station on North Century Boulevard for help after their [...]
‘We Are Ready’: Escambia Superintendent Visits Byrneville Elementary, Ernest Ward Middle
“We are ready.”
That’s how one Byrneville Elementary School student described the new school year, a sentiment echoed by Escambia County Public School Superintendent Keith Leonard, who continued his annual first week of school visits on Friday with stops at Byrneville and Ernest Ward Middle School.
“I am proud of where we started, and we are just [...]
Sheriff Provides Update On Century Shooting That Killed One, Injured Another; Retaliatory Gunfire Under Investigation
Escambia County Sheriff Simmons is providing more details about a double shooting Thursday night in Century that claimed one person’s life and injured another, and he said shots were fired into a nearby home a short time later in possible retaliation.
The incident occurred about 6:30 p.m. at Showalter Park, off Hecker Road. The Escambia County [...]
Electrical Problem Blamed For Fire That Destroyed Cantonment Guesthouse
An electrical problem is blamed for a fire that destroyed a guesthouse in the 2800 block of Stefani Road in Cantonment early Thursday morning, according to Escambia County Fire Rescue.
ECFR responded to the fire at approximately 3:41 a.m., arriving to find heavy flames showing from the 600-square-foot guesthouse located behind the main residence.
Crews worked quickly [...]
$8.7 Million Grant To Expand Healthcare Access In Century, Reopen Second Clinic Location
Community Health Northwest Florida has been awarded an $8.7 million five-year grant that will be used to improve healthcare in Century, with $3.99 million allocated for the first year.
Community Health with expand service at its existing Industrial Boulevard location in Century for adult primary care and pediatric care. Community Health will also reopen a second [...]
‘An Honor And A Privilege’ – Former Century Mayor, Councilman Luis Gomez, Jr. Dies
Former Century mayor and councilman Luis Gomez, Jr. has died. Gomez resigned as mayor in early 2025 for medical reasons. He was 62.
“It is with a heavy heart that I submit my resignation as mayor of the Town of Century effective January 10, 2025,” Gomez said on January 7, 2025, reading from a letter to [...]
No Injuries When Jeep Rear-Ends Semi In Fiery Highway 97 Crash
There were no injuries in a fiery Wednesday afternoon crash on Highway 97 south of Walnut Hill.
The driver of a northbound Jeep Renegade rear-ended a tractor-trailer on Highway 97 just north of Tungoil Road just after 3 p.m. The Jeep traveled across the southbound lane, through a ditch and came to rest in a field. [...]
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Triple-Digit Heat Indices Continue With Scattered Afternoon Thunderstorms
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast: Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny,...
Election Official Warns Voters Against Florida Governor Race Overvotes
One race on primary ballots across the state is causing some confusion among voters. Both the Democratic and Republican ballots say...
It’s Not Yet Election Day, But Three Century Town Council Races Are Already Decided
Primary election day is not until Tuesday, but three Century Town Council members have already won reelection. When qualifying for...
Lathram Chapel UMC Donates School Supplies To Molino Park Elementary School
Lathram Chapel United Methodist Church on Jacks Branch Road recently donated school supplies for teachers, students, and bus drivers...
Weekly Roundup: Primary Home Stretch
Florida Weekly Roundup is a look back at last week in a Florida politics and government. Candidates in Tuesday’s primary elections...
Wahoos Win Fifth Straight Over Biloxi
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos stayed hot on Saturday night, beating the Biloxi Shuckers 7-3 for their fifth win in a row. Jacob Kisting...
All West Florida Library Book Drops Closed Until After August 18 Election
All West Florida Libraries book drops are closed until after the August 18 primary election. Materials can be returned to the service...
Man Charged With Murder At Escambia County Apartment
A 31-year-old man is facing a homicide charge after allegedly shooting and killing his roommate in an Escambia County apartment on...
Football Preseason: Tate Edges Pine Forest, Marianna Tops Northview
The Friday night lights were on this week for preseason kickoff classics. Tate 17, Pine Forest 14 In varsity jamboree action, the...
Santana’s Doubles Send Wahoos To Fourth Straight Win
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos won their fourth in a row on Friday night, overcoming an early deficit to beat the Biloxi Shuckers 9-4. Adrian...
Escambia Firefighters Working To Help Keep School Zones Safe
Escambia County Fire Rescue firefighters are continuing safety standbys in school zones across the county. The trucks are there with...
Federal Indictment: Escambia Woman Charged with Arming Convicted Felon
An Escambia County woman has been indicted on a federal charge of arming a convicted felon. Razhane Harrison, 31, was indicted in...
Tate Lady Aggies Defeat Pace Patriots To Finish Preseason Unbeaten
Building on their momentum from Tuesday night’s straight-set win over Washington, the Tate High School Lady Aggies wrapped up...
Wahoos Hold On For Dear Life, Win Wild Extra-Inning Thriller 11-10 Over Biloxi
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos endured a pair of back-to-back homers in both the ninth and tenth innings to beat the Biloxi Shuckers 11-10...
Semi-Truck Falls Off I-110 In Pensacola
A semi-truck fell off I-110 in Pensacola on Wednesday afternoon. The driver lost control, crashed the truck over a concrete guardrail,...
Superintendent: Smooth Start Sets High Expectations For Escambia Schools As New Year Begins
The first day of school in Escambia County was a success, according to Superintendent Keith Leonard, and he says more good things...
DeSantis Awards $9 Million Grant To Bring 2,000 Shipbuilding Jobs To Pensacola, Escambia County
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis visited the Port of Pensacola on Wednesday to award $9 million from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund...
Photo Gallery: First Day Of School In Escambia County
Wednesday was the first day of school in Escambia County. As is an annual tradition, we asked parents to submit their North Escambia...
Wahoos Slug Four More Homers In Blowout Biloxi Win
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos picked up right where they left off on Wednesday night, steamrolling the Biloxi Shuckers 12-4. The Wahoos...
Two Injured In Highway 29 Crash Wednesday Morning
Two people were injured in a Highway 29 traffic crash on Wednesday morning. The driver of a Jeep apparently rear-ended a passenger...
Cantonment Woman Charged After Alleged Knife Attack, Lawn Damage Off Becks Lake Road
A Cantonment woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly threatening a man with a knife and tearing up his lawn during a February...
ALEA Identifies Atmore Man Killed In Baldwin County Crash
An Atmore man has died from injuries sustained in a multi-vehicle crash in Baldwin County last week, according to Alabama State Troopers. James...
Alabama Troopers Identify Flomaton Man Killed In Tractor, Semi Crash
Alabama State Troopers have identified the Flomaton man killed in a two-vehicle crash involving a tractor last week in Escambia County. James...
School Street In Jay Closed For Emergency Water Well Repairs
School Street at Highway 89 in Jay will be closed beginning on Tuesday. The Town of Jay will be conducting emergency repairs on a...
Tate Lady Aggies Sweep Washington Wildcats In Preseason Volleyball Action
The Tate High School Lady Aggies opened their preseason volleyball schedule Tuesday evening in a Preseason Classic at Pensacola Catholic...
Back To School: Escambia District Aiming To Hold Onto Historic ‘A’ Rating
Wednesday is the first day of school in Escambia County, and this year school is starting with a loftier goal — maintain the school...
Escambia Library Director Christal Bell-Rivera Submits Resignation
Escambia County Library Director Christal Bell-Rivera submitted her resignation on Monday without explanation. Bell-Rivera’s...
New Car Rider Procedures In Effect At Tate High School This Year
Car rider procedures have changed this school year at Tate High School. Parents will enter the campus at Tate School Road (near the...
Two Century Council Meeting Dates Shifted Due To Election Days
Two upcoming Century Town Council meetings have been rescheduled due to the 2026 elections. The August 18 meeting has been moved to...
Rep. Gubernatorial Candidate Byron Donalds Makes Escambia County Campaign Stop
Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, who is leading in most polls, made a campaign stop in Escambia County on Monday. Donalds...
Want To Be A Firefighter? ECFR Physical Abilities Test Is Sept. 14
Escambia County Fire Rescue will hold a physical abilities test Monday, September 14 for Florida-certified firefighters interested...