Jon Stewart would have fun with this statement from Escambia County Public Information Bill Pearson that he told the media at the county’s first and only press conference on the April 29…
FEMA Public Assistance Now Available in Four Florida Panhandle Counties
Four Florida Panhandle counties are now eligible for additional disaster aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The aid will help the state, local and tribal governments and certain private nonprofits cover…
Precautionary Boil Water Notice
From ECUA: A precautionary boil water notice has been issued for ECUA customers residing on the following streets after repairs to a water main, damaged by crews working on a nearby storm…
United Way: Wednesday, May 14 evening update
Amazing Support for our Community: NEW: Our sister city in Gero, Japan: How blessed we are to have a partnership with the people of Gero, Japan. They are collecting donations to help…
The ‘Steaming’ of the Shrew
Southeastern Teen Shakespeare Company presents Shakespeare’s classic comedy in June Things are ho-hum in Padua, and Katherina Minola is annoyed by all the men in town tripping over each other to woo…
Political forums begin May 22
During this mid-term election year, Women for Responsible Legislation will be sponsoring political forums each month for candidates running for office. These forums are open to the public and this month’s forum…
President amends disaster declaration to include Public Assistance
Today, President Obama amended the major disaster declaration (FEMA-4177-DR) for Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties to include the FEMA Public Assistance (PA) program. Estimates on damage to public infrastructure in…
DIB unveils plan for expansion of paid parking
The Downtown Improvement Board wants to increase parking revenue to pay for downtown beautification, lighting, signage and other enhancements. Currently, after the DIB pays for its new meters and enforcement, downtown parking…
United Way: Tuesday, May 13 evening updates
Contributions continue to come in through www.helpNWFLrecover.org NEW: Direct financial assistance provided to partners and citizens through today’s check run include the disbursement of $15,000 to 30 families assisted through the United…
Scheduled final debris pick-up for flood affected areas inside Pensacola city limits
The City will continue to collect debris for flood affected areas throughout this week and Saturday, May 17th. A final debris pick-up for flood affected areas will be Saturday, May 24th. All…
Pensacola MESS Hall Unveils New Exhibits, May 16
The Pensacola MESS Hall (Math, Engineering, Science, & Stuff) is expanding opportunities for hands-on learning with seven new permanent exhibits. The new exhibits will be unveiled Friday, May 16, during a members-only…
Move to Amend meets tomorrow, 6:30 pm
The non-partisan coalition, Northwest Florida Move To Amend is organizing and implementing a new campaign in our community to support passage of 28th amendment to the Constitution of the United States, stating…
ACE announces grant applications, including a mega-grant for $100,000, deadline May 23
One mega-grant up to $100,000 and additional grants up to $10,000 will be awarded to qualifying organizations by the Art, Culture and Entertainment, Inc. (ACE) marketing committee. The funds are designed to…
Perdido Key gets ‘Tanked’
Press Release: Tourists, local residents and swashbucklers alike will find the ultimate treasure in the new, pirate-themed aquarium built for Perdido Key by Wayde King and Brett Raymer of Animal Planet’s hit…
Hayward tops $100,000 mark in campaign fundraising
Mayor Ashton Hayward raised another $11,200 in April to put his campaign funding for his re-election at $103,325. His two challengers are trailing far behind in fundraising, Councilman Charles Bare $2,275 (April…
Juvenile Justice, Foster Care Issues Gain In 2014 Session
by Margie Menzel The News Service Of Florida The 2014 legislative session saw major gains for juvenile justice issues in Florida while also seeking to bolster the independence of foster children. Lawmakers…
FEMA Disaster Recovery centers open
Florida survivors affected by the recent series of storms, tornadoes and flooding can now visit disaster recovery centers in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties if they have questions about disaster assistance. The…
United Way: May 12 evening update
BRACE Update Provided by Greg Strader, Executive Director Greg shared the update from Escambia County that may provide several resources that agency partners and case managers can share with their clients and…
County issues Statement on Inmate Communications
The County Attorney’s Office is working directly with Corrections officials and attorneys who believe they may have encountered unreasonable obstacles trying to visit or communicate with an inmate. Any attorney who has…
SBA here and ready to loan money
The U.S. Small Business Administration is here. They have three types of loans available: Home Disaster: For homeowners and renters to repair and replace disaster-damaged real estate and personal property–including automobiles. Business…