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UWF earns highest marks in University history
“The University of West Florida has distinguished itself as an institution where students can earn a high-quality education in a state that is ranked No.1 in the country for higher education and land a competitive job upon graduation,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders.“We have worked hard to advance student success and our efforts are paying off.”
TPA now offers nonstop flights to Pensacola
July 3, 2024 - Those traveling to and from Florda’s panhandle can skip the drive as Breeze Airways now offers nonstop flights between Tampa and Pensacola International Airports. The biweekly service operates on Mondays and Fridays to accommodate weekenders.
Mysterious Ghost Ship Washes Ashore in Florida Amid Hurricane Season
A ghost ship that washed up on Florida's Panhandle beach has been traced back to Texas man Michael Barlow. The vessel, The Lady Catherine III, was abandoned after Barlow and his companion were rescued by the Coast Guard during Hurricane Alberto. Despite the setback and high repair costs, Barlow remains...
Lt. Gen. Michael Conley takes command of Air Force Special Operations at Hurlburt Field
Lt. Gen. Michael Conley assumed command of Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) during a ceremony Tuesday at Hurlburt Field. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin presided over the ceremony in the Freedom Hangar, where Conley took the guidon from Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind. Gen. Bryan P. Fenton, Commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, also attended the Change of Command event.
Update: Heat advisory for South Alabama until Thursday evening
On Thursday at 2:36 p.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 7 p.m. for Choctaw, Washington, Clarke, Wilcox, Monroe, Conecuh, Butler, Crenshaw, Escambia, Covington, Mobile and Baldwin counties. Weather service Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations. Stay hydrated: Make...
For fifth year, Matt Curtis Real Estate named ‘#1 Real Estate Team in Alabama’
HUNTSVILLE – Matt Curtis Real Estate, a leading residential real estate team based in Huntsville, is humbled to announce its recognition as the “#1 Real Estate Team in Alabama” for the fifth consecutive year. This distinguished accolade was awarded to Matt Curtis Real Estate as part of...
Flora-Bama to Celebrate 4th of July with Run, Fireworks, and New Coastal Cruisers
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Flora-Bama is set to host an Independence Day celebration featuring a range of activities, including a run, a fireworks display, and the introduction of a new Coastal Cruiser private party barge, and the Bama Breeze dolphin cruiser. Flora-Bama's Annual Freedom Run:...
Rising inflation, food costs hitting Escambia charity just as hard as its clients
Shawndray Franklin moved to Pensacola from Minnesota almost 10 years ago to help care for an uncle who has health problems. They rent a place together, but each month money is so tight they sometimes have to make tough decisions. “Costs are just so high,” Franklin said. “It makes it...
Santa Rosa OKs two residential projects in June for 580+ more homes
Santa Rosa County approved two residential development projects during June, which will add nearly 600 more homes to the county in the near future. The projects were both approved on June 24 and planned for east Milton and Wallace respectively, which is shown in their site plans filed with Santa Rosa County. ...
Weather Aware for dangerous heat on the 4th of July, Very stormy on Friday
Weather Aware Through Thursday Evening for Heat 4th of July: Thursday will stay hot and humid, but we will have a better chance for scattered storms during the afternoon and early evening. High temperatures will be in the middle 90s and the heat index of 105-110°. The storms should end in time for the Fireworks […]
Alabama Department of Education targeted in cyberattack
Alabama State Schools Superintendent Eric Mackey said Wednesday that the Alabama State Department of Education’s computer systems had been breached last month, and that students and employees of the department may have been affected. Speaking at a press conference in Montgomery, Mackey said the breach took place on June 17. According to Mackey, the department’s […] The post Alabama Department of Education targeted in cyberattack appeared first on Alabama Reflector.
2nd suspect arrested in shooting death of Alabama man at Mississippi bar
WAYNE COUNTY, Miss. (WHLT) – Waynesboro police made a second arrest in the shooting death of a 24-year-old Alabama man. Richard Mayfield, 24, was arrested on Tuesday, July 2. Waynesboro police said Richard Mayfield has been charged with accessory after the fact, and his bond was set at $500,000. Investigators said Richard Mayfield is the […]
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