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Childers Balks at Tourism Council Dues. DeSantis Just Handed It $1M
Pam Childers delayed tourism council dues for two years. Today DeSantis gave that council $1 million. Read why it matters
Reeves: No Storm Deaths Reported in Pensacola, Private Damage Tops $70M
No storm deaths in Pensacola, but $70M+ in private damage is reported. Mayor Reeves on debris pickup, parks, FEMA and what to do now
FPL: More Than 95% of Customers Are Back On, but East Hill and Other City Spots Remain Tough
FPL says more than 95% of the 435,000 customers who lost power are back on, but East Hill and south of Fairfield Drive areas are still tough.
Mack Brags About Okaloosa and Walton Reopening After Threatening Santa Rosa
Mack praised Okaloosa and Walton for reopening fast. Earlier, a source says, he threatened to send FHP to break down Santa Rosa’s doors.
Escambia County Feeding and Distribution Sites for Oct. 14
Hungry after the storm? Hot meals and supplies across Escambia County today. Find every Oct. 14 feeding site, time and address at ricksblog.biz
Santa Rosa Parent and Attorney: Mack’s Threat to Send Troopers Gets the Law Wrong
Santa Rosa parent and attorney says Mack’s FHP door threat gets the law wrong and vows to seek an injunction if the state overrides the school board.
BTW: ECPS Schools and Offices to Remain Closed through Friday
Pensacola, FL – Escambia County Public Schools (ECPS) campuses and offices will remain closed through Friday, October 16, as district personnel and contractors are actively…
Source: Education Commissioner Bullied Santa Rosa Superintendent Over School Reopening
Source: Mack told Santa Rosa’s superintendent he’d have FHP break down school doors if needed. Full story at ricksblog.biz
Escambia County’s Initial Damage Assessment: $64 Million
Escambia County pegs Hurricane Isaias repair costs at $64 million. Debris removal alone is $54.87M. Private property damage is still being counted. Report yours.
Santa Rosa Teachers Push School Board to Keep Schools Closed ’til Oct. 19
Santa Rosa County Schools The Santa Rosa County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday morning to keep schools closed through Friday, Oct. 16. Classes will resume…
ECUA Lifts Boil Water Notice!!!
ECUA Lifts Precautionary Boil Water Notice for Most of Mainland Escambia County, All of Perdido Key; Some Addresses Remain Under Notice. See addresses.
Parent Begs Escambia School District to Put Kids’ Safety First
Parent to Escambia schools: Learn from Santa Rosa. Don’t reopen until power, water and safety are restored. A school calendar isn’t worth a human life.
Escambia Feeding Sites, Tuesday Oct. 13
The following feeding locations have been established for Tuesday, Oct. 13 in Escambia County to provide food to residents following Hurricane Isaias.
Podcast: Bare on District 2 Race
Charles Bare sees the city council’s power as a team sport. Hear why he says he deserves a second term.
DeSantis, Department of Education Order Public School to Open Oct. 14
Schools open Oct. 14 by state order. In Santa Rosa, 16 of 37 still have no power. Escambia is still counting damage. Will DeSantis guarantee the kids’ safety?
3 p.m. Hurricane Recovery Update
Isaias aftermath: Escambia County offices reopen Tuesday, Oct. 13, but ECAT buses stay parked. See who’s open, plus relief and loan help. Read the details.
Noon Hurricane Recovery Updates
Escambia County is continuing recovery efforts following Hurricane Isaias, including damage assessments and debris clearing across roadways. The Escambia County Emergency Operations Center is now…
Escambia Schools Closed Tomorrow, More Recovery Updates
Hurricane Isaias keeps Escambia and Santa Rosa schools closed Tuesday. Free Lowe’s buckets, food and water are available. Get the details
BRACE: Crisis Cleanup Hotline
Call 1-800-451-1954 for help with fallen trees, debris, roof tarping and flood-damaged homes.
U.S. Postal Services Suspends Operations Here
The Florida 1 District has announced a temporary suspension of mail delivery and retail operations due to the catastrophic weather impact of Hurricane Isaias.
