Presser notes: Workshop takeaways, Crime stats

HOMELESSNESS Mayor Reeves gave his takeaways from today’s joint workshop on homelessness. Why this matters:  The region has lacked a coordinated strategy for dealing with…

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Multi-use path connecting Scenic Heights to West Pensacola makes funding list

The Bluffline makes an important list. A 10-mile multi-use greenway stretching from Scenic Heights to West Pensacola has moved closer to reality after FDEP added…

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Homelessness, Children t/b discussed today

Homelessness We will have two opportunities to hear about the federal government’s “All In” strategy to reduce homelessness by 25% by 2025. Why this matters:…

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Daily Outtakes: 680 overdoses

Escambia County had 680 drug overdoses last week Why this matters: Escambia County last year topped the list of opioid overdose deaths in Florida, earning…

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Real News: Input sought on beach parking, mental health

This morning, Commissioner Robert Bender and ECT executive Tammy Greer made appeals for public input on two significant issues. Why this matters – Part 1:…

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City, County holding joint workshop on ending homelessness

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, Pensacola City Council and Mayor D.C. Reeves will hold a joint workshop on Tuesday, May 9 at 9:30…

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Buzz: Hobbs promoted to chief deputy

According to Instagram, Commander Andy Hobbs has been promoted by Sheriff Chip Simmons to chief deputy. He replaces Tommi Lyter. The sheriff’s office website doesn’t…

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Cox recognizes Inspirational Student Heroes in Escambia County

On Wednesday, May 3, Cox Communications hosted the annual Cox Inspirational Student Hero Awards in Escambia County, recognizing 54 students who have overcome extreme hardships…

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County loses appeal regarding Underhill’s legal fees

Escambia County lost its appeal regarding former Commissioner Doug Underhill’s demand that the taxpayers pay for his legal fees incurred to defend a defamation lawsuit…

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Joint city, county meeting on homeless set of May 9

The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners, Pensacola City Council and Mayor D.C. Reeves will hold a joint workshop on Tuesday, May 9 at 9:30…

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Operation Brownsville: Mayor says city has put emphasis on the area

I asked Mayor D.C. Reeves about Operation Brownsville at his weekly press conference on Tuesday morning. “Here’s what I know now; we looked at this…

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Real News: Skateboards, Hot Glass and Hurricane Prep

Mayor D.C. Reeves discusses the excitement surrounding the Blake Doyle Community Skatepark and the importance of the Hollice T. Williams project. Bart Hudson previews Hot…

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