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Federal Sentencing Delayed For Walnut Hill Man With Manifesto, Killing Spree Target List
Federal sentencing for a Walnut Hill man who accidentally shot himself in July has been delayed. His sentencing was previously set for Thursday.
Joshua Dean Hardy, 26, pleaded guilty last year in federal court to two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm under the National Firearms Act (NFA), specifically two unregistered and unserialized silencers and [...]

Clouds Through Tonight, But The Weekend Looks Great
High pressure then settles in for the weekend, delivering plenty of sunshine and unseasonably warm afternoons with highs approaching 80 degrees. This dry, mild pattern holds steady through early next week before the next slight chance of rain enters the forecast by Thursday.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Friday Night: Patchy dense fog after [...]

Suspect In 2022 Century Pregnant Woman Battery Case Caught During Hwy 29 Traffic Stop
An Atmore man was arrested in Pensacola recently after a traffic stop revealed multiple active warrants, including one for the alleged battery of a pregnant woman in Century.
According to the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy observed a black Nissan fail to stop before entering Highway 29 from a local Wendy’s. During the subsequent stop, [...]

UWF, Escambia Westgate Partner For Hands-On Applied Behavior Analysis
The University of West Florida Center for Behavior Analysis has launched a new hands-on learning opportunity for graduate students through a new internship partnership with Escambia Westgate School, a local public school serving pre-K through high school students up to age 22 with varying exceptionalities.
In addition to vocational classrooms, Westgate is also home to the Lacey A. Collier Snoezelen [...]

Escambia County Approves $8 Million To Resurface 47 Roads
The Escambia County Commission recently approved $8 million to resurface 47 roads across the county.
The commission voted to advance 2027 funds of $2,048,705 to 2026 for arterial and collector (higher traffic) roads in District 3 and District 5 such as W Street, Kingsfield Road, and Chemstrand Road.
The $7,991,129.05 total contract was awarded to Roads, Inc. [...]

Cantonment Woman Charged With Allegedly Cashing Business Checks Meant To Pay Sales Tax
A Cantonment woman was charged with fraud and grand theft for allegedly cashing checks from her employer that were meant to pay business taxes.
Wendy Joan Moye, 48, was charged with one count of felony grand theft and three felony counts of uttering a forged instrument.
The owner of Franklin Antiques reported that Moye, her employee, wrote [...]

Atmore Looks To Solve Flooding Problem. What Will That Mean Downstream In Florida?
A federally funded project is in the planning stages to alleviate flooding in Atmore, but what will that mean for Florida residents?
Atmore has received a $17 million grant from the USDA National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to reduce flooding in the Pine Barren Creek Watershed. The watershed drains a large portion of the city, essentially [...]

Molino Woman Charged With Alleged Amusement Park Burglary
A Molino woman was charged with recenthly with burglarizing a local waterpark and amusement park where she was formerly employed.
Madison Lee Galle, 19, is charged with unarmed burglary of an unoccupied structure and criminal mischief, both felonies.
According to Escambia County Sheriff’s Office records, deputies responded to Splash City Adventures on Pensacola Boulevard on December 23, [...]

Man Claims Fantasy 5 Prize From Davisville Retailer; Third Winner For Shop This Year
We now know who purchased a winning Fantasy 5 lottery ticket sold in Davisville — the third winning ticket sold this year by the retailer.
The ticket sold to Willie Newton Bradley, Jr. of Frisco City, Alabama, was one of two top-prize winning tickets sold for the Thursday, February 12, evening drawing and was worth $55,609.50 [...]

New Nine Mile Road Costco Construction Moving Quickly
Construction is underway on a new Costco at 225 East Nine Mile Road.
The Escambia County Development Review Committee gave final approval in August 2025 for a Costco at 225 East Nine Mile, the previous site of a long-closed Kmart and, later, a Planet Fitness.. The architectural firm MG2, which has partnered with Costco for 30 [...]
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High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrests After Contraband Tossed Over Prison Fence
A coordinated effort by multiple law enforcement agencies led to the arrest of two men Thursday following a high-speed pursuit that...

Eight Ascend Performance Materials Mechanics Earn National Certifications
Eight mechanics at Ascend Performance Materials were recently recognized for achieving a major professional milestone by passing the...

Application Deadline Extended For 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program
Escambia County has extended the application deadline for the 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program, which provides an opportunity...

Northview Run Rules Defending State Champion Holmes County
Northview 14, Holmes County 1 The Northview Chiefs run-ruled the defending Rural Class state champion Holmes County Blue Devils 14-1...

Wahoos Stadium Win: Tate Beats Fort Walton
Tate 4, Fort Walton 1 The Tate Aggies beat the Fort Walton Beach Vikings 4-1 on Thursday night at Blue Wahoos Stadium. Lance Brady...

Road Trips: Northview Chiefs Beat Destin 18-2; Tate Falls To Niceville By One
Northview 18, Destin 2 The Northview Chiefs hit the road and bit the Destin Sharks 18-2 on Thursday night. Kylie Langham went 3-5...

Tate Aggies Lacrosse Beats Washington 12-7
Tate High School Girls Lacrosse earned a bit 12-7 win at the Washington Wildcats on Thursday night. The Aggies were coming off losses...
West Florida Libraries Board Names Top Choices For New Library System Director
The West Florida Libraries Board of Governance (BOG) has recommended a new director for the library system. The board recommended...
Northview High FFA Holds Teacher And Staff Appreciation Breakfast
The Northview High School FFA hosted a teacher and staff appreciation breakfast on Wednesday morning as part of National FFA Week. For...
Final Nights for Tate High School’s ‘Shrek the Musical’
Tate High School Theatre’s Shrek the Musical is back for another run through Saturday night in the school cafetorium. After...
Tate JV Aggies Shut Out Escambia; Tate Freshmen Top WFHS
Tate 16, Escambia 0 (JV) After scoring 11 runs in the first inning, the Tate JV Aggies shut out the Escambia Gators 16-0 Wednesday at...
Barth, Molino Neighborhood Cleanup Set For Next Week
A neighborhood cleanup for residents in a portion of Barth and Molino will take place Wednesday, March 4. This is a chance for residents...
Ribbon Cutting Held For New 7 Brew On Nine Mile Road
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held recently for the new 7 Brew on Nine Mile Road at Chemstrand Road. “We’re thrilled to continue...
Jay Lady Royals Advance To Rural State Championship Game
The Jay Lady Royals are headed to the FHSAA Rural Class girls state championship. On Tuesday, the Lady Royals beat Hilliard 53-39. Jay...
Tate Aggies Cheerleader Lillian Abner Signs With Morehead State
On Tuesday, Tate High School cheerleader Lillian Abner signed to continue her academic and athletic career in cheerleading at Morehead...
One Big Inning Lifts Pace Past Northview in Battle of State Runners-Up (With Gallery)
Pace 4, Northview 0 One inning on a cold Tuesday night made all the difference between two of the state’s top softball teams...
Escambia Man Sentenced To Federal Prison On Methamphetamine And Firearm Charges
An Escambia County man has been sentenced on federal methamphetamine and firearm charges. Geoffery Bartee Dale, 38, was sentenced...
Northview Beats Chipley; Tate Falls To Gulf Breeze
Northview 17, Chipley 3 The Northview Chiefs beat the Chipley Tigers 17-3 Tuesday night in Chipley. Jase Portwood went 3-3 to drive...
Pine Meadow Elementary Hosts ‘Donuts With Dad’
Pine Meadow Elementary School recently hosted “Donuts With Dads”. For a photo gallery, click here. Photos for NorthEscambia.com,...
Over 1,800 High Schoolers Attend Northwest Florida Construction Career Days
More than 1,800 high school students got an interactive, hands-on look at the transportation industry during the 6th Annual Northwest...
Escambia County Fire Rescue Members Honored During 2026 Medal Day
Escambia County Fire Rescue hosted the 2026 ECFR Medal Day awards ceremony at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church on Saturday, Feb. 21. The...
Tate Aggies Shut Out Choctaw 15-0: Mitchell Drives In Five; Padgett Throws No-Hitter
Tate 15, Choctawhatchee 0 The Tate Lady Aggies shut out the Choctawhatchee Indians 15-0 on Monday night. Kayla Mitchell collected...
Beulah Middle School FFA Visits Over 900 Elementary Students For Hands-On Agriculture Day
Last week, leaders from the Beulah Middle School FFA Chapter visited more than 900 students at Beulah Elementary School for an engaging...
Escambia Woman Pleads Guilty To Federal Fentanyl Charges Stemming From Nine Mile Traffic Stop
A 53-year-old Escambia County woman has pleaded guilty in federal court to trafficking in fentanyl, charges that originated with a...
Cantonment Man Arrested For Burglary At Olive Baptist Church
A Cantonment man is was arrested for allegedly breaking into an Olive Baptist Church ministry building and a church, according to...
Lipscomb Elementary School Holds Family STEM Night (Gallery)
The Lipscomb Elementary School PTA recently hosted a family STEAM night. The event included performances by the Lipscomb Chorus, MESS...
ECFR: Fire Near Molino Was Caused By A Chicken
A chicken is being blamed for a fire last week near Molino. The fire in the 5600 block of Highway 99 near the Escambia County 4-H...
Here Are The Road Construction Delay Spots For The Week
Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads and projects in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews...
No Injuries In Highway 29 Rollover Crash Near Bogia Road
There were no injuries in a single vehicle rollover crash midday Saturday on Highway 29. About noon, the driver of a Kia sedan lost...
Photos: Pensacon Friday And Saturday
Thousands of fans attended the first two days of the Pensacon pop culture convention at the Pensacola Bay Center. The event continues...
Century Correctional Officer Sexually Assaulted By Inmate, FDC Says
A correctional officer at Century Correctional Institution was sexually assaulted by an inmate, according to the Florida Department...
JV Northview Chiefs Go 2-1 At Weekend Tournament With Big Win Over Opp
The junior varsity Northview Chiefs went 2-1 in the T.R. Miller JV Tournament, with rain cancelling their final game. J.U. Blacksher...
