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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 dispute off Becks Lake Road.
Missty Louise Tarver, 44, was arrested recently on an outstanding warrant for felony aggravated assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill and misdemeanor criminal mischief.
According to [...]
Sunny, Hot And Humid For The First Day Of School
Here is your official North Escambia area back to school forecast:
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 107. West wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 76. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as [...]
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 district’s first A grade in recent memory.
In the school grades released by the state on July 1, 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances. Overall, 19 ECPS schools [...]
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 electronic sign), and two lanes will make an immediate right and travel along a construction fence before merging into one lane and circling around in front of the Tate Building for morning drop-off [...]
Chick-fil-A Relocation Approved To Former Dodge’s Property On Nine Mile Road
The Escambia County Development Review (DRC) has given final approval to a new Chick-fil-A on East Nine Mile Road at the site of a former convenience store.
The proposed development consists of the demolition of the existing building and the construction of a new 5,394-square-foot, single-story restaurant with 86 associated parking spaces and a drive-through on [...]
Nearly 13,000 Ballots Cast So Far In Escambia County Aug. 18 Primary Election
Nearly 13,000 registered voters had cast their ballots by Sunday night for the August 18 primary election.
The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office reported 10,374 mail ballots received. During the first two days of early voting on Saturday and Sunday, there were 2,476 ballots cast. Of the total ballots cast by Sunday night, 6,323 were [...]
Century Man Arrested For Domestic Battery Incident
A Century man was arrested by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office recently for an alleged domestic violence incident that occurred in April.
Daryl Lamar Brown, 58, faces a felony charge of aggravated battery causing bodily harm or disability.
According to the arrest report, the incident began on April 30, while Brown and a woman with whom he [...]
There’s Still Time To Enjoy Tax-Free Shopping Before School Starts
School starts Wednesday in Escambia County, and there’s time to take advantage of Florida’s back to school sales tax holiday.
Through August 20, consumers in Florida can purchase qualifying back to school supplies exempt from tax.
Sales Tax Holiday Included Items
During the Florida Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, which takes place annually from July 20 through [...]
Century Man Charged With DUI Property Damage In Active School Zone
A Century man is facing a criminal charge after allegedly causing a hit-and-run crash in a school zone earlier this year while driving under the influence.
According to a Florida Highway Patrol warrant affidavit, Brian Christopher Flowers was driving a 2009 Saturn Aura southbound on Mobile Highway on January 9, 2026, when he sideswiped a 2023 [...]
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Send Us Your Back To School Photos!
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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...
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...
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...
Wahoos Power Past Shuckers In Dominant 12-0 Win
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos began a crucial road series against the Biloxi Shuckers with a decisive win on Tuesday night, hitting three...
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...
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...
Northview Chiefs Name Volleyball Teams
Northview High School volleyball has named teams for the upcoming season. Varsity Mikayla McAnally Jessie Joyner Emma Bowman Daviona...
Escambia Sex Offender Sentenced To 10 Years In Federal Prison
An Escambia County sex offender has been sentenced to federal prison. Jordan T. Quinones, 30, was sentenced to 10 years in federal...
Here’s A List Of The Road Construction Delay Spots For This Week
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction...
FHP: Driver Collides With Train At Escambia County Railroad Crossing
A 74-year-old Pensacola man sustained minor injuries after failing to stop at a railroad crossing and colliding with an oncoming train...
Escambia County Gas Prices Drop A Few Cents As State Average Edges Up
Florida gas prices are up 4 cents after rising and then falling last week. The state average rose abruptly by 14 cents early in the...
Biscuits Burn Blue Wahoos 19-9
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos dropped the series finale to the Montgomery Biscuits by a final score of 19-9 on Sunday evening. After three...
Northview Seniors Celebrate Senior Sunrise
Members of the Northview High School Class of 2027 celebrated “Senior Sunrise” on Saturday morning to mark the beginning...
Escambia County Rapper Convicted On Federal Drug Related Charge
An Escambia County rapper has been convicted on a federal drug trafficking related crime. Jovon “Playa Pat” Booker, 33, of Pensacola,...
Florida Weekly Roundup: Property Tax Amendment Rewrite Required
A Leon County judge this week determined the summary of property tax cut ballot measure passed by the Legislature is filled with...
Two Arrested After Domestic Call Leads to Drug, Weapon Seizure
A domestic disturbance call on Old Fannie Road near Flomaton recently led to the arrest of two men and the seizure of drugs and firearms Flomaton...
Kisting Twirls A Gem, Earns The Wahoos Win In Debut
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos needed just three runs to earn their third-straight victory over the Montgomery Biscuits, defeating them...
Early Voting Begins Today, Continues For One Week
Early voting opens today for the August 18 primary election. Early voting will be available from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. daily through...
Four Local Wounded Warriors Honored On National Purple Heart Day
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office hosted a ceremony on Friday to observe Purple Heart Day and recognize local service members...
Elementary Schools Hold Orientation Across Escambia County (With Photo Gallery)
Friday was orientation for most elementary schools in Escambia County. For a look at orientation day at Bratt and Lipscomb elementary...
Escambia Residents Encouraged To Participate In Fair Housing Survey
Escambia County, Santa Rosa County, the City of Pensacola, and the Emerald Coast Regional Council are seeking valuable input from...
I-10 Eastbound Lanes To Shift North At Highway 29 Next Week
Next week, travel lanes on I-10 eastbound will be shifted north near the Highway 29 interchange (Exit 10). This temporary traffic...
Beshears’ Walk-Off Homer Caps Wild Blue Wahoos Win
A three-run walk-off bomb by Jay Beshears put the exclamation point on a 13-11 victory in 10 innings for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos...
Escambia Commission Approves Ordinance Banning Data Centers, Starting Process For Moratorium
The Escambia County Commission is making it abundantly clear — data centers are not welcome or allowed in the county. On Thursday...
Free Movie Night Tonight At Carver Park In Cantonment
The Cantonment Improvement Committee will host a movie night tonight, Friday, August 7, at Carver Park, 208 Webb Street. The evening...
Back To School Events On Saturday
Back to school events will be taking place in North Escambia on Saturday. Quintette Community Center The Quintette Community Center...
USPS Says Century, McDavid, Walnut Hill Mail Delivery Issues Resolved After Staffing Shortage
The U.S. Postal Service said on Thursday afternoon that delivery problems that plagued local residents have been resolved, and mail...