Florida Governor Rick Scott, visiting Crestview on a campaign stop, said he may still formulate some sort of reprimand for Okaloosa County School Superintendent Mary Beth Jackson. Two grand jury reports have questioned Jackson’s ability to lead the Okaloosa County School District and recommended the Florida Department of Education review Jackson’s behavior, lack of leadership,…… MORE
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VALPARAISO SEWAGE SPILL
A sewage spill at Hidden Cove Town Homes near the Tom’s Bayou area and the bridge in Valparaiso has caused the Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County to issue a health advisory. The City of Valparaiso reported a release of 60,000 gallons of raw sewage because of an equipment failure at a lift station.…… MORE
SAMPLE BALLOTS MAILED
Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David H. Stafford has announced that sample ballots for the August 28th Primary Election are being mailed to Escambia County voters. The sample ballot includes a ballot image, the voter’s polling location and information on the three ways to vote: early, vote-by-mail, and on Election Day. A sample ballot is…… MORE
TRAFFIC SAFETY AT NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Florida Department of Transportation has approved flashing caution lights and additional safety signs for the new Beulah Middle School on West Nine Mile Road. Escambia County School Board member Kevin Adams said Superintendent Malcolm Thomas was also able to obtain two electronic billboards to alert motorists about the new school zone. According to the…… MORE
TV THIEVES ARRESTED
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office says two men have been charged with stealing televisions from the new Kingsfield Elementary School. On August 4th Sean Battles and Steve Endress were seen on surveillance video leaving the school with three televisions. Battles worked for a company that was installing doors at the school. he was later arrested…… MORE
AMENDMENT 10 STAYS ON NOVEMBER BALLOT
Leon County Circuit Judge James Shelfer has ruled that Florida voters have the right to decide whether all local constitutional officers, including sheriffs and tax collectors, should be elected. Judge Shelfer rejected a challenge from Volusia and Broward counties that sought to have Amendment 10 removed from the November 6th general-election ballot because the language…… MORE
ENDANGERED BIRDS KILLED
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is offering a $2,500 reward to help find those who removed eggs from a protected shorebird nesting site near Dauphin Island, killing hundreds of Least Tern chicks. The eggs were removed by beach goers in order to make room for a volleyball net and several tents on a small…… MORE
FLORIDA HEALTH CARE CRITICIZED
The American Cancer Society political-action committee says Florida is failing to take more steps to prevent cancer and not expanding access to health care for uninsured working adults. However, they did say Florida is doing better with a Medicaid program that treats women with breast and cervical cancer. The Legislature agreed to use recurring money…… MORE
FUNDING FLORIDA WEST
The Escambia County Commission has voted to commit to funding Florida West Economic Development Alliance at a minimum of $550,000 each year for the next three years. Scott Luth, CEO of Florida West, told the commission that Florida West’s goal over the next five years is to recruit 2,000 jobs to Escambia County that can…… MORE
ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON
There has been a change in the prediction for the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, is now predicted the season to be below-normal. The prediction is now for 9-13 named storms – 4-7 hurricanes – up to 2 major hurricanes of Category 3 strength or higher. The forecast number includes…… MORE
