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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Putting abortion rights on 2024 ballot

Coalition wants Florida voters, not state lawmakers, to decide the state’s abortion rights. Why this matters: Gov. Ron DeSantis and the GOP-controlled legislature have further…

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College lacrosse coming here, May 10-13

Pensacola hosts the NAIA Men’s Lacrosse National Invitational this week at the Ashton Brosnaham complex. Why this matter: Thanks to Pensacola Sports, our community is…

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Daily Outtakes – Brownsville, Intermission, WMS

Operation Brownsville Gets Into New Gear Though the much-mention calendar on the ECSO has had no additions since April 24, Escambia County is stepping up…

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10 Big Issues in the 2023 Legislative Session

By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida lawmakers ended the 2023 legislative session Friday. During the 60-day session, the Republican-controlled House…

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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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Gillum cleared on one charge, mistrial on others

By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — After five days of rocky deliberations, jurors on Thursday acquitted former Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew…

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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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Escambia Children’s Trust seeks input on mental health pilot programs

The Escambia Children’s Trust yesterday published a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) and launched a public comment portal that will allow feedback on the draft….

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Malcolm Yonge arches near failure condition

Inweekly requested the structural assessment of the Malcolm Yonge Community Center that was closed in late March. According to the initial inspection by Joe Dereuil…

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