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DeSantis Proposes $1,000 Property Tax Rebate For Florida Homeowners
Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled a plan Monday to provide direct property tax relief to Florida homeowners, proposing a rebate averaging $1,000 for each homesteaded property in the state. He said the rebates, which would be issued in December 2025, are aimed at offsetting state-mandated school property taxes while ensuring full funding for local school districts.
If [...]
New Waffle House Approved For West Nine Mile Road In Beulah
Development plans for a new Waffle House near Beulah Middle School have been approved.
We first told you about the plans back in August 2023, and plans were approved in the last week by the Escambia County Development Review Committee.
The new 2,000 square foot-restaurant will have 33 parking spaces on 0.75 acres at 6034 West Nine Mile [...]
Escambia Set To Accept Property Donation Toward Aligning Quintette Road, Highway 95A Intersection
The Escambia County Commission is set to accept a small property donation this week to facilitate the realignment and improvement of the Highway 95A and Quintette Road intersection.
Circle K has an approved development order for a new convenience store at the northeast corner of the intersection.
Escambia Development Partners, LLC is donating a small corner of [...]
A Ribbon Cutting Will Be Held This Week For North Escambia’s Newest Park
A ribbon cutting will be held this week for North Escambia’s newest park.
The new Jennings Gonzalez Park at 1552 Goldenrod Road has been open to the public since February 10 and is open each day from sunrise to sunset. The. community park features a playground with a slide, numerous climbing structures, and additional play features [...]
Blue Jacket Jamboree, Livestock Show, Car Show Held Saturday In Molino (With Galleries)
Hundreds of people attended the annual Northview High School FFA Blue Jacket Jamboree in Molino Saturday.
There was a big Easter Egg Hunt, including an egg drop from an EREC bucket truck. The event also included arts and crafts vendors, a car show and more.
All proceeds from the Blue Jacket Jamboree will benefit Northview High School [...]
Play Ball! NWE Celebrates Opening Day (With Photo Gallery)
Saturday was Opening Day at Northwest Escambia Bradberry Park in Walnut Hill.
For a photo gallery, click here.
Related Story: Michael Simpson’s Inspiring First Pitch at NWE Opening Day
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A Champion’s Spirit: Michael Simpson’s Inspiring First Pitch at NWE Opening Day
Seven-year-old Michael Simpson took the mound to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Northwest Escambia Bradberry Park’s opening day on Saturday morning, marking a special moment in his journey both on and off the field for the young athlete.
Born with spina bifida, Michael has never let his condition define him.
“During the 2024 season, he played [...]
Century Explains Financial Issues To Florida Legislative Auditing Committee
The Town of Century has filed a response to an inquiry form the Florida Legislature’s Joint Legislative Auditing Committee (JLAC) requesting answers regarding findings from its last three years of audits.
The committee is established under rules of the Florida Legislature with a membership that includes members from the House and Senate. It has responsibilities that [...]
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Molino Library Hosting Photography Meetup Group Monday Afternoon
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Jay Slides Past Northview 5-3 (With Photo Gallery)
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Kara Wine Homers As Tate Slips To Milton
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Blue Jacket Jamboree, Easter Egg Drop And Livestock Show Are Saturday In Molino
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Molino Library Hosting Free Cross Stitch Class For All Skill Levels
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Tate Boys And Girls Tennis Defeat Navarre
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Northview Lady Chiefs Fall To West Florida
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