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Scott leads polls, fundraising in Florida U.S. Senate race
(The Center Square) — If recent polls and fundraising totals are to be believed, Florida incumbent U.S. Sen. Rick Scott will likely keep his seat in the GOP column. Scott is leading in both the polls and fundraising efforts against his Democrat challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell ahead of the general election on Nov. 5. According to the Federal Election Commission website, Scott has raised almost $30 million between 2019 and 2024...
McCarthy-Gaetz feud hits the road
MILWAUKEE — The long-running feud between former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) hit the road this week, putting a spotlight on the tensions still percolating through the House GOP conference as the Republican Party pushes a message of unity. McCarthy — who was ousted from the top job in a historic fashion last…
Alabama leaders speak out after two mass shootings in one week
State leaders in Alabama are expressing concern after two mass shootings occurred within a week. The incidents have sparked worry and prompted officials to consider measures to ensure the safety of residents. Over the weekend, four individuals lost their lives in a tragic shooting incident that occurred in Birmingham. Additionally,...
Sunshine State Sees Booming Land Buys
Home builders are investing in the Sunshine State in big ways. From Stanley Martin Homes’ $60 million expansion into Tampa to Mattamy Homes’ $10.1 million purchase in Naples, builders are securing sites to meet Florida’s continued growth. While most markets have remained relatively strong in the state,...
Lynn Haven announces 12Eleven will perform at Music By The Bay event on Aug. 9
LYNN HAVEN — A band known for its dynamic sound is slated to take the stage in an upcoming event at a local park. In a press release on Wednesday, Lynn Haven officials announced the band 12Eleven will perform at the city's annual Music By The Bay event on Aug. 9. The concert will be held from 7-9 p.m. at Leslie Porter Park, 200 Michigan Ave.
Mobile mother of child found with cocaine in backpack indicted on federal charges
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A woman whose 3-year-old child allegedly had a backpack full of cocaine now faces federal charges, according to an indictment unsealed Friday. A federal judge previously had made the federal indictment partially public. It named Glennie Antonio McGee and his wife, Echandza Dianca Maxie, but left other defendants blacked out.
Alabama native becomes first Black, female Episcopal bishop in Mississippi
The new bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi is being formally installed Saturday, and she is first woman and first Black person to hold the post. The Rev. Dorothy Sanders Wells, a native of Mobile, Ala., was elected bishop in February and has been in the leadership role since May. She is being ordained and consecrated by the Most Rev. Michael Curry, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church.
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday. Score deals at Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins and more
It’s hot outside. What better way to cool off than a cold treat on National Ice Cream Day? On Sunday, loads of deals for ice cream scoops, cups and cones can be had both in-store and online at various locations in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Here’s a look at all of the deals...
Northeast FL Surf Report #2 Saturday 12:00 PM 07.20.2024
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Pensacola's historic Benboe Funeral Home on the verge of demolition
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A historic funeral home that has served Pensacola's African American community for decades is on the verge of being demolished. The Benboe family has operated it's funeral home since 1937. They've been on Wright Street since 1951. This week, Pensacola's Architectural Review Board considered a permit to...
Saharan dust shields hurricane development, but watch out for Florida heat Saturday
While the National Hurricane Center continued its confidence that there would be no tropical activity in Atlantic areas for the next week, Saharan dust and a few tropical waves were what forecasters watched Saturday. The real impact for Florida on Saturday will come from the heat. The entire Florida peninsula can expect triple-digit heat indexes with some in Southwest Florida predicted for 110 degrees, and 106 as far north as Jacksonville. Heat advisories are in effect for...
Sasse resigns as University of Florida president to focus on “what matters most” as wife’s health worsens, will transition to teaching
Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse announced Thursday he was stepping down as president of the University of Florida to help his family cope with his wife’s worsening health. Sasse, in a statement from the University of Florida, said he was no longer able to meet the time demands...
Woman survives after car gets trapped under tanker truck on interstate
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA/Gray News) - First responders in Alabama rescued a crash victim who was trapped in her car underneath a tanker truck on Friday morning. The Mobile Fire-Rescue Department said its rescue crews were called before 8 a.m. about a collision on Interstate 65 near Government Boulevard. Crews worked...
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