In his State of the Union address, President Obama called for a comprehensive approach to tackling rising college cost. Here’s his blueprint: Creating New Incentives to Promote Affordability and Quality • The…
BP hid potential spill volumes
The trials on the 2010 BP oil disaster are going to reveal what really happened on the Deepwater Horizon rig when it exploded–killing 11 men and spewing millions of gallons into the…
Video: Is the rest of the GOP hurting Gingrich?
Some say Newt Gingrich doesn’t need the support of the rest of the GOP to win his party’s nomination, but is that true? Nancy Cordes asks John Dickerson. Source: CBS
Buzz: NW Florida key to big victory for Romney
At the Mitt Romney rally on Saturday, I got a chance to talk with some of Gov. Mitt Romney’s campaign people. They believe Northwest Florida is the key to their Republican candidate…
Mitt’s Pancake Pep Rally
Most of the folks attending this morning’s Mitt Romney rally in Pensacola seemed a lot like Romney. They were polished and sharp and dashing. Flashing aggressively friendly smiles, the Saturday morning crowd…
Buzz: Jon Voight will be here with Romney and McCain
Academy Award-winning actor Jon Voight will be here tomorrow with his friend Sen. John McCain for the Mitt Romney rally at The Fish House. Though he originally supported Rudy Giuliani, Voight later…
Wahoos View
The views bouncing around in the stadium at Maritime Park are brilliant. Sunlit diamonds swim in the bay and green grass covers the infield. “They’ve started laying the sod,†said Tommy Thrall….
Mike Whitehead files for Tax Collector
Former Escambia County Commissioner Mike Whitehead filed today to run as Republican for county tax collector, a position currently held by Janet Holley.
John McCain and the ‘Best Chance’ Breakfast
When GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney dips into town tomorrow morning for breakfast, he’ll be bringing along Sen. John McCain. The Arizona senator snagged the party’s nomination from Romney in 2008, but…
Arrest Log Jan. 27
The following suspects were charged with felonies Thursday at Escambia County Jail. Names, ages and addresses were provided by the individuals. Berew Efford Baldwin, 66, 2600 block of West Baars Street, aggravated…
Rubio remains neutral … but…
While not endorsing Romney, ( Rubio spokesman Alex Conant told CNN, “We remain neutral.”) Marco Rubio has come to his defense against a barrage of Gingrich mud-slinging ads. This gentle tactic might…
Schools Make Education Fun
Taking a break from FCAT preparation, students at A.A. Dixon Charter School were treated to a night of skating at Landmark Skate and Fun Center last night. “Our students have been working…
Vote Law Sub Committee Eve
When Florida legislators passed new election laws last year, the stated aim of the new legislation was primarily curtailing voter fraud. To that end, lawmakers limited the amount of time third party…
Uh… maybe not such a good idea…
While at a jobs event in Rochester, New Hampshire today VP Joe Biden used an Indian accent to imitate call service employees…. Check out the expression on his face when he realizes…
Arrest Log Jan. 26
The following suspects were charged with felonies Wednesday at Escambia County Jail. Names, ages and addresses were provided by the individuals. Barry Corwin Anderson, 39, 1300 block of West Yonge Street, two…
I know you are but what am I?
 Gingrich doesn’t have the advertising money that Romney has… so he is begging Florida voters to not like the attack ads. “ I think all the weight of his negative advertising and…
Escambia County Sheriff’s Office to Hold Groundbreaking for Warrington Precinct
(Press Release) – The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office will hold Ground-Breaking ceremonies for the new Escambia County Sheriff’s Office South Headquarters, Warrington Precinct on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. The…
3,800 Cast Early Votes
With a few more days of early voting left, approximately 3,800 voters have casts their ballots in Escambia County. “Early voting’s going pretty well,†said Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford….
Buzz: United Way employee offered equestrian job
Pam Mauldwin, Volunteer/Social Media Coordinator for United Way of Escambia County, has been offered and, I believe, accepted the manager position at the Escambia County Equestrian Center.
Santorum, Paul have little chance in Florida
Papers across the state are reporting that GOP presidential candidates Rick Santorum and Ron Paul are pulling back on their efforts in Florida. Both will be at tonight’s debate, but neither has…
