Author: Rick Outzen
Coalition asks for end of religion bashing in politics
A diverse coalition of major national religious organizations today issued an “Interfaith Statement of Principles,†calling on the presidential candidates and all candidates for public…
Sponsor the Chocolate Fest
The Gulf Coast Kid’s House is looking for sponsors and chocolatiers for their 9th Annual Chocolate Fest. The event is a big fundraiser for the…
Florida lawmakers and Dems tweeting Legislative immunity dead
“@RepMarkPafford: Legislative Immunity dead in House! Rep. Steinberg’s committee debate likely helped pull the plug. RIP HB 7123†“@MaryEllenKlas: Citing politics, House leaders back off…
Gaetz opposes bill on lawmakers’ testimony exclusions
Memo from State Sen. Don Gaetz: TO: All Senators FROM: Don Gaetz, Senate District 4 DATE: February 20, 2012 Dear Colleague, Last week the House…
Clearwire leaves Milton for Escambia County
It’s a first. A Santa Rosa County business leaves and moves to Escambia County…though I’m not sure the payroll is equivalent to that of Avalex…
Fat Tuesday
Last chance to party before Lent. Pensacola Mardi Gras Inc., has made a change of plans for the GoPensacola.com Fat Tuesday street party in downtown…
Not what he meant…. exactly…
On CBS’s “Face the Nation” Rick Santorum says No – he was not questioning the President’s religious faith – but, he does question his world…
Iran cuts oil exports to Britian and France….
and we could be looking forward to gas prices upwards of $4 by summer? CNN reports that “even a bit player like Iran can wreck…
Superintendent misleads PNJ and Board
On Saturday, the daily newspaper reported that “Escambia County School Board members said they were disappointed the district didn’t receive any credit from the school(A.A….
Evers’ Blackwater Backyard
A Northwest Florida senator is working to bring oil drilling close to home—his home. As Senator Greg Evers’ bill encouraging drilling on public lands—specifically, in…
Former WABB DJ Jay Hasting sentenced for 2010 videotaping incidents
Al.com is reporting that former WABB radio personality Justin Wade ”Jay” Hasting was sentenced to two years probation for secretly videotaping women in a Eastern Shore of Commerce…
Local pastor reappointed to Gov. Scott faith advisory
Rev. Carl E. Reeves, the pastor of the Greater Mount Lily Missionary Baptist Church, has been appointed to the Florida Faith-Based and Community-Based Advisory Council….
Barry enters into District 5 race
This is looking like a hand-off. Steven Barry, Republican, pre-filed today for County Commissioner, District 5 for the 2012 General Election. Barry was beat by…
Kevin White drops out of re-election bid
Supervisor of Elections David Stafford is reporting that District 5 Escambia County Commissioner Kevin White has withdrawn from the 2012 race for his seat. Sam…
House passes RESTORE Act —Kudos to Jeff Miller
The Times-Picayune is reporting that the House gave voice vote approval to an amendment that would dedicate 80 percent of Clean Water Act fines from…
Beware the Dirty Dozen
 WASHINGTON –– The Internal Revenue Service today issued its annual “Dirty Dozen†ranking of tax scams, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to…
Arrest Log Feb. 17
The following suspects were charged with felonies Thursday at Escambia County Jail. Names, ages and addresses were provided by the individuals. Melissa Tramaine Bozeman, 30,…
Autism Pensacola presents Autism Safety Conference
Autism Pensacola, Inc. will present a regional conference on safety issues concerning those living with autism. The conference will be held at Pensacola State College,…
Blue Wahoos set coaching staff
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos will open up play with some big league flavor. Experienced Major League manager Jim Riggleman will head the Blue Wahoos coaching…
Swap Your Surf Stuff
Waterboyz will host a surf swap meet in their parking lot located at 380 N. 9th Ave, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb….
