Escambia County upgrades radio system

Despite protests from the daily newspaper and others who love police scanners, Escambia County went live on Dec. 11 with the new Digital Project 25…

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BP’d Off

While BP, along with federal and state governments, appear ready to move into the restoration phase of post-spill efforts, there are others who are hung…

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Deadline to register for primary vote

Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford reminds voters to update their voter information before the January deadline. January 3 is the last day…

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State Attorney clears TDC

State Attorney Bill Eddins has cleared the Escambia County Tourist Development Commission of any Sunshine Law violations regarding a series of meetings held with hotel…

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Escambia County loses in House redistricting

The proposed new Florida House districts have the new boundaries shifting with the population to the east. Matt “Baby” Gaetz loses south Santa Rosa County…

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Commissioner Grinch

Before getting down to official business, Escambia County Commission Chairman Wilson Robertson took a moment to crush a child’s vision of Christmas and blow the…

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County Denies Veolia

Even after the vote, Escambia County Commissioners were conflicted in their decision to send Veolia packing. “I’m just torn, honestly,” said Commissioner Gene Valentino. “Well,…

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Superfund Shuffle

Escambia County will be handing off some toxic assets this week. The move should set the stage for brighter days. “It’s more of what I…

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ECAT union asks for info

Dear Ms. Lovoy (Escambia County budget director), I see that on the agenda for this Thursday, November 8th, 2011 that the “Request for Qualification for…

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Chavers withdraws from sheriff’s race

William (Bill) Chavers, NPA, (former Chief Deputy for Sheriff David Morgan) withdrew today from the Escambia County Sheriff’s race for the 2012 General Election, according…

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What not to say in workplace conversations

Real Simple has few suggestions on what to say in workplace conversations and offers substitute phrases: “That’s not my job.” “This might sound stupid, but…”…

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Bus workers union releases grievances

Open letter to Escambia County Commissioners: Dear Commissioners – please see the attached grievances filed by ECAT employees just in recent days. Please note that…

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