It’s the new Tumblr blog by ProPublica, an independent, non-profit newsroom that produces investigative journalism in the public interest. Here is how ProPublica describes it: “At ProPublica, we’re always following what officials…
Static top kill has risks
The drilling insider forum The Oil Drum describes the static top kill process and the risks involved. The two risks involved are: 1) It may not work at all and 2) it…
Rewrite of disaster begins, don’t believe it
The Daily Telegraph is now questioning whether Deepwater Horizon qualifies as an environmental disaster. According to Alex Spillius, the oil has evaporated, only three dolphins were killed, few birds hurt (less than…
Brown Investigation Moved To PC
The investigation into the alledged theft of campaign signs involving State House Dist. 1 candidates Greg Brown Jr. and Doug Broxson has been moved to the State Attorney’s Office in Panama City….
BP Promises $100 Million More
Press Release: BP today announced that it will establish a $100 million charitable fund to support unemployed rig workers experiencing economic hardship as a result of the moratorium on deepwater drilling imposed…
How FL DEP spent $40M
The state of Florida has received $50 million from BP, $40 million of which was given to the Department of Environmental Protection. The IN has acquired documents that show how DEP spent…
Overholtz argues to get BP cases tried here
For Immediate Release Pensacola, Florida Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz, based in Pensacola, Florida will argue before Judicial Panel in Boise, Idaho that all BP oil spill lawsuits should be consolidated in…
Mobile Press Register tells BP to shove it
This is Friday’s editorial: “TAKE YOUR promises and shove ’em, BP. From what we’ve seen, they’re not worth much anyway. You promised you would set up an escrow account for oil spill…
BP To Kill Well This Week
The Bloomberg News is reporting that BP may be able to kill the leaking well by Aug. 1 Article
DNC Pumping More Funds To Sink
The Democratic National Committee reports today that it has” transferred $400,000 to the Florida Democratic Party to help elect Alex Sink and Democratic candidates up and down the ticket. This is on…
DEP Update On Spill
Current Situation The State Emergency Operations Center is activated at Level 1 or full activation. The State continues to focus on mitigating impacts to Florida’s shoreline. Currently Deepwater Horizon is not discharging…
Biking Mike visits IN
Michael E. Arth, NPA candidate for Florida governor, stopped by the offices of the Independent News after biking the state from Key West to Pensacola. Arth made his mark in Deland, Florida…
Hayward’s 20
Pensacola Mayoral Candidate Ashton Hayward released a “20 Actions For 2011†list this week. The list is broken into four categories: Creating jobs, restoring trust, taking action and improving neighborhoods. —Creating Jobs…
Little girl screaming about tar balls
Child is screaming for mom to get the oil off her. Thousands of very fresh tar balls rolling in on Destin Beach. Kid with oil stuck on her! Destin Beach, Fl. June…
BP squad ramps up criminal investigation
From the Daily Beast: Perhaps they’re hoping to sell film rights once the investigation is complete? A team of federal investigators known as the “BP squad†is preparing a wide-ranging criminal probe…
WikiLeaks takes aim at BP
The website that created a stir on Monday when it published thousands of secret documents on the Afghan War is now about to go after BP, according to Forbes. Read more.
Greg Brown responds to sign controversy
From Greg Brown campaign: Milton—A video being distributed of Republican Greg Brown allegedly stealing opponent’s campaign signs has been proven false. “Greg Brown called me several months ago for permission to place…
Crew member describes BP work
I found an article about BP and Pensacola on the The Triton website, which is devoted to nautical crews. Karen Anderson is working for Ft. Lauderdale-based Resolve Marine Group and is serving…
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Gatlin Set To Race
Former Woodham High School track standout and Olympic Gold medalist Justin Gatlin is expected to make a comeback to track and field racing next month in Estonia after a four-year ban from…
