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Separate crashes in northwest Florida leave multiple people injured
(WALA) - The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating two separate crashes in northwest Florida that resulted in multiple injuries Friday. The first occurred around 4:30 p.m. in Escambia County. Authorities said a Ford pickup truck was headed east on County Road 168 near Pine Barren Road near Century, Fla. The driver of a Chevrolet SUV that was southbound on Pine Barren Road ran a stop sign ad and crashed into the pickup truck, according to the FHP.
Paul Finebaum Names 'Most Insecure' Fan Base In America
The Florida State Seminoles are just over a week away from beginning their journey to defend their ACC title. However, they've seemed to gain a critic this offseason. ESPN's Paul Finebaum has been in the news lately for his remarks about the Seminoles. He disagreed with the Seminoles being ...
Mount Sterling man charged with March 2023 attempted homicide in Florida pleads no contest to misdemeanor
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — A Mount Sterling, Ill., man who was charged in March 2023 with attempted homicide pled no contest to a misdemeanor battery charge earlier this week. Seth Beavers, 34, appeared in Okaloosa County Circuit Court on Monday before Judge Terrance Ketchel for what was scheduled...
Wrongful death suit against Disney serves as a warning to consumers when clicking ‘I agree’
A wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is serving as a reminder to consumers the importance of reading the fine print when signing up for a streaming service or smartphone app. The lawsuit was filed by the family of a New York woman who died after eating at a restaurant in Disney Springs, an outdoor dining, shopping and entertainment complex in Florida owned by Disney. Disney is arguing that the lawsuit should be dropped because the plaintiff once signed up for a trial subscription of the Disney+ streaming service. The subscriber agreement for that service includes a clause under which the customer agrees to settle any lawsuits against Disney out of court.
Destin's Deshawn Ford to play basketball at next level
Deshawn Ford, a recent graduate of Destin High School, has committed to the Vermont State University Lyndon Men's Basketball program for the Fall 2024 semester. Ford will study Inclusive Childhood Education. Ford, a 6-foot-3 wing, was a three-year varsity starter at Destin, the first three years of Destin's existence. He...
NAVARRE FISHING REPORT FRIDAY 8-16-24
SPECIAL NOTICE: The Navarre pier is open from 5 am until 11 pm daily. Visit our You Tube channel Navarre Newspaper. You will find the weather and information videos about the emerald coast of Destin, Navarre, Gulf Breeze and Pensacola areas.This report is updated during the day. This is our...
Alabama GOP sends voter registration forms with political mailers; Secretary of State disapproves
The Alabama Republican Party has mailed out voter registration forms attached to political mailers, a practice the Alabama Secretary of State, a Republican, said he disagrees with. The political mailers contain conservative messaging asking residents to “stand against the woke agenda destroying America,” with examples underneath such as “Liberal Indoctrination of Our Children” and “Out-of-Control […]
2 rescued after ultralight plane crashes into Mobile Bay
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Two people were rescued by a local commercial vessel on Mobile Bay this morning after they crashed in an ultralight airplane, according to the Mobile Police Department. No injuries were reported. The MPD said it was about 7:30 a.m. when the department’s Marine Detail responded to...
Before he was famous, Wally Amos grew up in Tallahassee’s historic Smokey Hollow Community
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Wally Amos is most known for the cookie store he opened in Southern California that he transformed into a globally recognized brand. But his story begins in Depression-era Tallahassee. Amos was born in 1936 in the Smokey Hollow neighborhood, in the shadow of Florida’s Capitol.
Gulf Shores Police Are Seeking Dog Walkers
The Gulf Shores Police are currently seeking volunteers to assist with walking dogs that are temporarily housed at the station. This call for help comes as the department works to care for stray dogs found within the community while searching for their owners or new homes. They are also seeking volunteers who’d be willing to provide foster care for the dogs while looking for their forever home.
la Madeleine signs deals to open new cafes in three US states
La Madeleine, a French café and bakery brand, has announced agreements with three franchise groups for the development of new locations in Florida, Tennessee, and Texas, marking a significant expansion in the Southern US. The new restaurants are scheduled to open during the next three years. The first of...
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