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West Fraser Announces $70.25 Million Expansion In McDavid Following Tax Break Approval
he day after the Escambia County Commission approved a tax break for the West Fraser sawmill in McDavid, the company announced a $70.25 million expansion that will create 30 new jobs.
Thursday night, the commission approved an Economic Development Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (EDATE) for the company, giving the company a 70% ad valorem tax exemption [...]
Rain Likely Through Monday
A wet weekend is ahead for the North Escambia area as a stubborn weather pattern brings high rain chances through Monday. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to be widespread Saturday and Sunday. A cold front will finally push through on Monday, clearing out the humidity and ushering in a beautiful, sunny stretch of weather with [...]
Tate Showband Of The South Performs For American Idol Finalist Keyla Richardson
The Tate High School Showband of the South played a big role in Wednesday’s Keyla Fest to celebrate and honor Keyla Richardson, a top 3 finalist on American Idol.
The band not only marched in a celebratory parade downtown, but also had the unique opportunity to perform a custom arrangement for Richardson.
Richardson visited the Life Shifting [...]
Century Man With 23 Felony Convictions Facing New Trafficking and Weapon Charges
A Century man with a lengthy criminal history remains in the Escambia County Jail without bond following an incident involving multiple types of narcotics and a firearm.
Travis Montes Mitchell, 40, is facing several felony charges, including trafficking in methamphetamine (14 grams or over) , trafficking in fentanyl (4 grams or over) , possession of a [...]
Thousands Attend American Idol Finalist Keyla Richardson Hometown Concert (With Photo Gallery)
Thousands turned out Wednesday night for a concert featuring Keyla Richardson, a Top 3 finalist on American Idol.
Keyla Fest was held at the Hunter Amphitheater with overflow seating in Blue Wahoos Stadium. The concert, a hometown parade, and more will be featured in next Monday night’s American Idol finale.
For a NorthEscambia.com photo gallery, click here.
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It’s Official. The New Nine Mile Road Costco Is Set To Open In June.
It’s official. The Pensacola Costco on Nine Mile Road will open in June.
The wholesale retailer has now listed the store as opening in June on their website, but a specific date has not been finalized.
The 172,580 square foot Costco retail store with a gas station and 830 parking spaces is located at 225 East Nine [...]
American Idol Finalist Keyla Richardson Surprises Tate Yearbook Students At Wahoos Game
American Idol Top 3 finalist Keyla Richardson made a surprise appearance on Wednesday at a Pensacola Blue Wahoos Education Day game, attended by students from across Escambia County.
Members of the Tate High School Yearbook staff were there, and had a chance to meet Keyla and take a quick photo together.
Photos courtesy Tate High School Yearbook [...]
Century To Consider Accessory Dwellings, ‘Backyard Apartments’
The Town of Century will consider a new accessory apartment ordinance to expand housing options available to all property owners in the Town.
The town already allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which it calls accessory apartments. The town council will consider modifying the existing ordinance to allow more structures to qualify as accessory dwellings, with clear [...]
Transportation, Development And Concurrency Dominate North Escambia Community Forum
Transportation, development, and concurrency led the issues in a North Escambia community forum Tuesday evening at the Molino Community Center.
Nearly 60 people attended the forum where they had an opportunity to ask Florida Department of Transportation panelists about state road projects and transportation issues.
Residents asked questions and expressed their viewpoints on an April 28 NorthEscambia.com [...]
Man Arrested In Molino For Alleged Abuse Of Teen Girl Over Several Years
A man arrested in Molino remains in the Escambia County Jail without bond for allegedly sexually assaulting an underage victim over several years.
Brandon Lee Everette Doss, 36, was taken into custody at a residence on Fairground Road by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, according to his arrest report. He faces three felony counts of sexual [...]
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