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United Way hands Kia keys to Publix employee

Press Release: Publix Employee Wins New Kia from United Way of West Florida Pensacola, FL –  Melissa Hall thought she was in trouble when her supervisor…

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Weekly Roundup: From Rising Star to Handcuffed Defendant

Recap and analysis of the week in state government and politics By Ryan Dailey, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Four years ago, Andrew…

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DeSantis vetoes bill on business lawsuits…not an Andrade bill

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A controversial measure that would have given businesses power to sue cities and counties to…

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Top listens in Oct. 2021

I weigh in on PNJ’s view that the Board of County Commissioners shouldn’t hire legal representation. TDC chair David Bear discusses why County Clerk Pam…

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City lose another appeal in heritage oak case

By a 2-1 vote, the First District Court of Appeal has denied the city of Pensacola’s motions for a rehearing, clarification, and certification of questions…

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Andrade alimony bill vetoed

DeSantis Vetoes Alimony Overhaul –says retroactive clause made it unconstitutional By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida. TALLAHASSEE — Acting on one of the…

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Fiesta Pensacola tackles diversity and inclusion

Fiesta Pensacola is proud to announce the establishment of a new Multicultural Heritage Committee (MHC) to promote diversity and inclusivity within the organization, city and…

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County Purchasing hosting workshop

The Escambia County Office of Purchasing is excited to host a free workshop for local businesses in partnership with the Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of…

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FDOT buys Garcon Point Bridge

By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida. TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Department of Transportation agreed to pay $134 million to take control of the…

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Did ask Gaetz ask for a pardon from Trump?

The. Daily Beast reported last night that our congressman, Matt Gaetz, requested a presidential pardon “from the beginning of time up until today, for any and…

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Visit Pensacola awards event grants totaling $172,500 [podcast]

Visit Pensacola announced today its event grant recipients for the 2023 fiscal year taking place Oct. 1, 2022 – Sept. 30, 2023. Annually, Visit Pensacola…

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Sharp releases his 100-day Action Plan

Steve Sharp is running for Pensacola mayor. This morning, he released his 100-day Action Plan: 22 for ‘22 Steve Sharp’s First 100 Day Action Plan…

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