Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 40 tons (80,600 pounds) of debris during the Sept. 20 Myrtle Grove Southeast Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County is sponsoring a series of job readiness workshops this fall, providing job seekers with information and training to enhance their chances of being work-ready when the right job comes along. The workshops will begin Tuesday, Oct. 3 and are free and open to the public.

The Escambia County Neighborhood & Human Services Department is accepting applications for the fall cycle of the Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Mini Grant Program, funded through the county’s Community Development Block Grant Program. Applications are due Friday, Dec. 5 by 4:30 p.m.

Escambia County will be teaming up with several agencies and nonprofit organizations to host the third annual Escambia Cares Community Resource Expo, a free event designed to provide a one-stop shop for community resources and services. The expo will take place Saturday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

Residents in the Myrtle Grove area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Sept. 20 during the Myrtle Grove Southeast Neighborhood Cleanup in District 2.

Applications are now being accepted for the fall cycle of the Escambia County Youth Employment Program, which will provide opportunities for youth to get paid work experience in various county departments.

Escambia County will be teaming up with several agencies and nonprofit organizations to host the third annual Escambia Cares Community Resource Expo, a free event designed to provide a one-stop shop for community resources and services. The expo will take place Saturday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.

A listing of events happening in September at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 26 tons (53,720 pounds) of debris during the Aug. 9 Avondale Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County is offering two free after school programs for youth starting this fall at the Brownsville Community Resource Center and the Ebonwood Community Center, providing a stimulating environment for students five days a week.

The winning artwork from the juried “Brownsville Arts and Cultural Exhibit” was announced at the Celebrating Brownsville Festival held today, Saturday, Aug. 5, at the Brownsville Community Center.

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency invites the community to the 2017 Celebrating Brownsville Festival, a free event featuring local artists, crafts, free food and more.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 105 tons (210,980 pounds) of debris during the July 19 Brownsville North Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Applications are now being accepted for the fall cycle of the Escambia County Youth Employment Program, which will provide opportunities for youth to get paid work experience in various county departments.

Residents in the Avondale area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Aug. 9 during the Avondale Neighborhood Cleanup in District 1.

The installation of 405 LED street lights is underway in the Ensley Community Redevelopment Area, with a goal of enhancing safety and deterring crime in the community. The approximately $219,000 project is being paid for by Escambia County through Community Development Block Grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

A listing of events happening in August at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

The installation of 701 LED street lights is underway in the Myrtle Grove area, with a goal of enhancing safety and deterring crime in the community. The approximately $450,700 project is being paid for by Escambia County through Community Development Block Grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency invites the community to the 2017 Celebrating Brownsville Festival, a free event featuring local artists, crafts, free food and more.

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency invites vendors to apply to participate in the Celebrating Brownsville Festival, a free community event featuring local artists, crafts, free food and more. Applications are due Friday, July 21.

Residents in the Brownsville area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, July 19 during the Brownsville North Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

A listing of events happening in July at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 58 tons (117,540 pounds) of debris during the June 14 Lincoln Park Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

The Escambia County Community Redevelopment Agency invites vendors to apply to participate in the Celebrating Brownsville Festival, a free community event featuring local artists, crafts, free food and more. Applications are due Friday, July 21.

Residents in the Lincoln Park area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, June 14 during the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the newly-renovated Brownsville Community Resource Center Wednesday, May 24 at 11:30 a.m. at 3200 W. De Soto St.

The Escambia County Neighborhood & Human Services Department has extended the spring cycle for its Neighborhood Renewal Initiative Program, funded through the county’s Community Development Block Grant Program. Applications are due Friday, June 30.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 21 tons (42,360 pounds) of debris during the May 10 Carriage Hills/Creekside Oaks Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County will host the first of two registration events for the 2017 Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp at the Brownsville Community Resource Center Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Escambia County students ages 5-15 are invited to participate in the Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp and Feeding Program May 30 through Aug. 4 at the Ebonwood Community Center, located at 3511 W. Scott St. This free summer program promotes a strong and healthy lifestyle while building youth's learning skills, attitudes and behaviors.

Escambia County and Pensacola Habitat for Humanity hosted a ribbon cutting Tuesday, May 9 at 11 a.m. for the first replacement house in the town of Century completed under the State Housing Initiatives Partnership, or SHIP, Program.

Applications are now being accepted for the new Escambia County Youth Employment Program, which will provide opportunities for youth to get paid work experience in various county departments.

The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the newly-renovated Brownsville Community Resource Center Wednesday, May 24 at 11:30 a.m. at 3200 W. De Soto St.

Residents in the Carriage Hills/Creekside Oaks area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, May 10 during the Carriage Hills/Creekside Oaks Neighborhood Cleanup in District 1.

A listing of events happening in May at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 64 tons (128,280 pounds) of debris during the April 12 Wedgewood/Rolling Hills Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County will host two registration events in May for the 2017 Play, Learn, Grow Summer Camp for children ages 5-12. Students ages 13-15 are also invited to participate in the Teen Leadership Program sponsored by the Omega Lamplighters Pensacola Chapter.

District 3 Commissioner Lumon May will host a town hall meeting Tuesday, April 11 at 5:30 p.m., with a featured topic of Brentwood Children's Park. The meeting will take place at the Escambia County Central Office Complex, located at 3363 West Park Place.

Residents in the Wedgewood/Rolling Hills area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, April 12 during the Wedgewood/Rolling Hills Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 58 tons (116,580 pounds) of debris during the March 15 Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe.

A listing of events happening in April at Escambia County community centers and athletic parks.

Escambia County's Play, Learn, Grow after school program will host a special spring break program Monday, March 20 through Friday, March 24 from noon to 5:30 p.m. at Marie K. Young/Wedgewood Community Center and Park. The program is free and open to youth in grades K-12, including those who have never participated in the Play, Learn, Grow after school program.

Residents in the Englewood area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, March 15 during the Englewood Neighborhood Cleanup in District 3.

The Florida Dental Association Foundation is hosting the Florida Mission of Mercy Friday, March 24 and Saturday, March 25 in Pensacola, a two-day clinic that provides dental care at no cost to the underserved and uninsured in Florida.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 39 tons (79,460 pounds) of debris during the Feb. 15 Myrtle Grove Northwest Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.

Escambia County's Play, Learn, Grow after school program will host a Black History Month program and celebration Wednesday, Feb. 22, featuring presentations from students about famous African American figures.

Escambia County's Play, Learn, Grow after school program will host a Black History Month program and celebration Wednesday, Feb. 22, featuring presentations from students about famous African American figures.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 64 tons (129,800 pounds) of debris during the Feb. 1 Myrtle Grove Northeast Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe.

Residents in the Myrtle Grove area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Feb. 15 during the Myrtle Grove Northwest neighborhood cleanup in Districts 1 and 2. The general cleanup area is south of West Fairfield Drive, north of West Jackson Street, west of North 61st Avenue and east of West Fairfield Drive.

Residents in the Myrtle Grove area will have the opportunity to dispose of yard debris and other items free of charge Wednesday, Feb. 1 during the Myrtle Grove Northeast neighborhood cleanup in District 2. The general cleanup area is south of West Fairfield Drive, north of West Jackson Street, east of North 61st Avenue and west of North New Warrington Road.

The deadline to apply for funding commitments for tornado assistance from the State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program in Escambia County is Monday, Dec. 19. If you were impacted by the storm and still need repairs or replacement housing, time is running out to apply for SHIP assistance.

Time is running out to apply for funding from the State Housing Initiatives Partnership, or SHIP, program to assist homeowners needing repair or replacement housing assistance as a result of the February tornadoes in Escambia County. Applications must be approved prior to Dec. 31, 2016, so applicants are encouraged to contact the appropriate agency as soon as possible.

The upcoming community discussion on 20 potential development of workforce housing properties under the Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s 9 percent Housing Tax Credit Program is canceled. The meeting was originally scheduled for 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 at the Escambia County Central Office Complex.

Escambia County collected and disposed of more than 23 tons (46,180 pounds) of debris during the Oct. 12 Cantonment Neighborhood Cleanup, as part of the county's ongoing effort to help keep local neighborhoods and communities clean and safe. The event allowed residents to leave items at the curb to be disposed of free of charge by the county and partnering agencies.