Escambia County commissioners approve a 4-mill hospital tax levy for 2026 in a 4-1 vote, following voter authorization in ...

Alabama EBT cardholders are getting new chip-enabled cards that require activation and default to blocking out-of-state and ...

Escambia County delays hospital tax levy vote amid questions over healthcare authority plans and transparency, set to ...

After recent fatal crashes, Brewton police are increasing patrols on South Boulevard, meaning drivers will see more enforcement during morning and afternoon traffic.

Registration is open at the Brewton Area YMCA for spring sports, including Tee-ball, Coach Pitch, Softball, and Baseball. Ages 3-12. You must visit the YMCA to register, deadline is 02/26/26.

After three fatalities in three months, ALDOT will study a short stretch of Brewton’s South Boulevard to set safer speeds and ...

Punxsutawney Phil sees a longer winter, but a local meteorologist says a shifting Arctic Oscillation points to milder mid-February weather and possible severe storms in the South.

Escambia County BOE named Amanda Shivers and Anna Newton Teachers of the Year and advanced them to state Teacher of the Year selection, amid board honors and key approvals.

Escambia County’s 2026 ballot is set as qualifying ends, with Sheriff Heath Jackson unopposed, key GOP contenders visiting, and several commission and state races drawing challengers.

Explore the Jan. 28, 2026 e-edition of The Brewton Standard, featuring the latest news from Brewton and East Brewton.

East Brewton is adding stop signs, speed bumps and LED streetlights to slow traffic, boost safety and trim lighting costs, while council eyes a new transportation plan and possible insurance savings.

Gas prices climb for second week, with Alabama’s average at $2.50 per gallon and the U.S. average at $2.84; diesel also rises amid higher oil prices and winter disruptions. Average gasoline prices in ...