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Fred’s real name is Freddie
A Washington Post article on Wikipedia points out that GOP presidential hopeful Fred Thompson is actually Freddie Thompson on his birth certificate. Read more
Pinellas County Administrator resigns
Pinellas County Administrator Steve Spratt tendered his resignation last week, effective Sept. 30, after six years of service. In a statement presented to his Board…
Thompson, the new Reagan
Another actor with political experience is seeking the presidential nomination. Reagan, a former Governor, did it in 1990 1980. Fred Thompson, a former U.S. Senator,…
Pals keep jobs longer
Barry Evans and George Touart both held the Escambia County Administrator’s position longer than anyone else. Both served under County Commissioner Mike Whitehead. Both retired…
Fate of the Park
The daily newspaper is reporting that the bond issue for the public portion of the Community Maritime Park may have to go to a countywide…
Palm Beach County to spend $87 million to attract business
The Sun-Sentinel reports this morning that the Palm Beach County commission approved an $87 million proposal to help bring German research giant Max Planck to…
Calling for Change
From John Peacock: DESPARATELY WANTED/NEEDED – CHANGE!!! Over the past few weeks there has been much discussion within our community about our system(s) of government,…
GAO: Homeland Security failing
In this age of accountablility, the GAO (Government Accountability Office) stands for independence as ti reviews various government programs and initiatives. This past week, the…
Florida Supreme Court ruling
Since it may impact our future, I found a copy of the Florida Supreme Court ruling on Dr. Greg Strand vs. Escambia County. Read Strand…
Alabama spankings
Here’s a story that is strange even by Pensacola’s standards: Authorities are investigating allegations that now-suspended Mobile County Circuit Judge Herman Thomas periodically removed prisoners…
Sugar Bowl Collection
We got this press release: WHO:            The Historic New Orleans Collection WHAT:          Classic! A Celebration of Sugar Bowl Memories WHEN:          Thursday, November 29, 2007–Sunday, January…
Cost of Iraq War
The Washington Post reports that: President Bush plans to ask Congress next month for up to $50 billion in additional funding for the war in…
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