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Nov 18, 2016, 15:22
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More than two months have passed since the bulk of the three-county Blackwater Forestry Center coverage area has seen appreciable rainfall and current fire danger levels reflect it. With a dry cold front predicted to pass through the area this weekend and humidities slated to drop into the 20 percent range, the Florida Forest Service is urging residents to hold off on burning any yard debris and be cautious with any other outdoor burning.
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Nov 18, 2016, 11:07
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A listing of offices and departments closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal operations will resume on Monday, Nov. 28 unless otherwise noted.
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Nov 16, 2016, 14:05
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Escambia County has been awarded a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program grant for the Delano Street Area Drainage Project to reduce the loss of life and property due to natural disasters. The grant totals more than $2.3 million and will implement long-term hazard mitigation measures to reduce flooding in the Delano Street area.
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Nov 16, 2016, 11:34
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Nov 16, 2016, 09:10
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Escambia County Fire Rescue will be conducting a "Deep Fry Turkey" fire safety demonstration on Thursday, Nov. 17 at 9 a.m. at Escambia County Fire Station 17, located at 6575 N "W" St. The demonstration will provide citizens and the media an example of the dangers involved with not taking proper safety precautions when deep frying a turkey. The goal is to educate the public and prevent a Thanksgiving tragedy.
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Nov 14, 2016, 15:46
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Nov 14, 2016, 14:00
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Nov 14, 2016, 11:45
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Time is running out to apply for funding from the State Housing Initiatives Partnership, or SHIP, program to assist homeowners needing repair or replacement housing assistance as a result of the February tornadoes in Escambia County. Applications must be approved prior to Dec. 31, 2016, so applicants are encouraged to contact the appropriate agency as soon as possible.
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Nov 14, 2016, 11:37
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Nov 10, 2016, 15:25
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Nov 10, 2016, 10:38
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In an effort to boost the supply of the most requested food pantry item, peanut butter, UF IFAS Escambia County Extension is teaming up again with the Florida Peanut Producers Association to help "Take a Bite out of Hunger" by participating in a local peanut butter drive.
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Nov 10, 2016, 08:38
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Escambia County Building Services Director Donald Mayo will serve his last day on Thursday, Nov. 10 after more than 38 years of service with the county, leaving a strong legacy and impact on Escambia County’s inspection and code enforcement programs.
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Nov 9, 2016, 11:19
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Nov 9, 2016, 10:17
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Nov 8, 2016, 17:21
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Nov 7, 2016, 15:30
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Nov 5, 2016, 11:05
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Escambia County 4-H held its annual award and recognition banquet breakfast today, Nov. 5, at the 4-H Langley Bell Center in Cantonment. The award and recognition program is an important component of the 4-H experience, used to enhance the personal growth and prepare the 4-H member for success in life.
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Nov 4, 2016, 11:41
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Based on an expected drop in humidity over the next several days and an extended dry spell, officials with the Florida Forest Service’s Blackwater Forestry Center will not be issuing authorization. While there are no burn bans in place for Escambia County, the FFS is urging residents to not burn any yard debris until we receive an appreciable amount of rain or conditions improve.
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Nov 4, 2016, 09:51
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Nov 3, 2016, 15:58
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Just in time for the holiday shopping season, a free trolley service is now available to transport visitors throughout downtown Pensacola. Leave your car behind and let the free trolley take you to places like the Pensacola Bay Center, Saenger Theatre, Plaza de Luna, Blue Wahoos Stadium and many more attractions.
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