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Escambia County area restaurant inspections: Four restaurants receive high violations
Here's the breakdown of recent restaurant inspections in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties for the week of Aug. 5-11. Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So, every week, we provide that information for you. During the latest round of inspections from the Department...
Collier Merrill faces foreclosure on major Pensacola restaurants, but says they are safe
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A prominent Pensacola businessman is facing foreclosures on a host of well-known downtown businesses. Court documents reveal multiple properties owned by Collier Merrill are in foreclosure with Truist Bank. This includes -- Fish House, Atlas Oyster House, Jackson's Steakhouse, Five Sisters' Blues Cafe, and Angelena's. Several other...
The Scoop: Thurs. August 15th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
DeSantis will talk about abortion today in Tampa and will be greeted by protesters. DeSantis will be speaking at Jesuit High School on the topic of abortion. Pro-choice activists will be attending as protesters. Dems call on DeSantis to accept funds for low-income families. The state rejected funds for low-income...
Orlando International Airport among US, Florida's most complained-about for TSA issues, study reveals
ORLANDO, Fla. - Orlando International Airport (MCO) is ranking high on a nationwide list of airports that get a lot of TSA complaints, according to a recent study. It's ranked No. 2 in Florida and No. 3 in the entire country. Travel site UpgradedPoints combed through TSA complaint data from...
As Ernesto heads for Bermuda, St. Johns County could see dangerous beach conditions
After battering Puerto Rico with torrential rain, Hurricane Ernesto is now heading toward Bermuda. Ernesto strengthened overnight, with winds now at 85 mph. It's expected to rapidly intensify over open water and become a major hurricane by Friday before the center passes over or near Bermuda Saturday, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center. ...
The truth about federally qualified health centers
Health care will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion during the election campaigns in the coming months. A significant movement to address the transportation, economic and socio-cultural barriers to accessing care and improving the lives of Americans began nearly 60 years ago with the establishment of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC), which provide care to 31.5 million patients, or one […] The post The truth about federally qualified health centers first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Florida Lottery Powerball, Lotto, Cash4Life, Fantasy 5 results for August 14, 2024
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Winning Powerball numbers from August 14 drawing ...
Florida faculty say morale has 'dropped significantly' after new state law
Faculty across the state are feeling the fallout of a law passed last year that, according to opponents, gutted tenure protections and undermines academic freedom. Professors who earn tenure, gain a certain level of job protection. But under the new law, they must undergo more frequent evaluations that are signed off by the university president without the opportunity to appeal through arbitration.
Gaetz aims to hold off primary challenge in Florida's 1st District race
(The Center Square) — Incumbent U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., is facing a primary challenge, but polling says Republicans seem likely to keep the 1st Congressional District in their column. Gaetz has drawn a primary challenger, Pensacola native and former naval aviator Aaron Dimmock. The winner of the Aug. 20 GOP primary will face Democrat candidate Gay Valimont on Nov. 5. Gaetz, a conservative lawmaker and ally of former President...
DeFuniak Springs man arrested after violation of protection order
WALTON COUNTY, FL. (WMBB) – The Walton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call involving the violation of a protection order in DeFuniak Springs on Tuesday evening. According to a news release, after the deputy arrived, they confirmed that 49-year-old, William Howard III had made contact with them, violating a restraining order. Officials said once […]
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