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Aug 1, 2023, 12:06
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Davis Wood
Escambia County Fire Rescue is excited to announce that Battalion Chief Adam Harrison has been named interim Fire Chief, effective Aug. 12, 2023.
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Jul 28, 2023, 10:53
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Andrea Gibson
Get involved with your local government. Check out our weekly meeting schedule for July 31-Aug. 4, 2023.
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Jul 28, 2023, 08:13
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Davis Wood
Escambia County Fire Rescue is proud to announce that Safe Haven signage, provided at no cost by A Safe Haven for Newborns, have been installed at all ECFR 24/7 fire stations.
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Jul 27, 2023, 14:11
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Andrea Gibson
In an effort to reduce the mosquito population in Escambia County, the Mosquito Control Division has filed a "Notice of Intent" to proceed with fogging missions Thursday, July 27, in commission districts 1 and 5. Mission hours vary, but typically occur in the evening hours from 6-9:30 p.m. All operations are dependent on weather conditions.
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Jul 27, 2023, 11:39
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Andrea Gibson
Join us in keeping our neighborhoods clean and safe! A neighborhood cleanup for residents in Ensley North will take place Wednesday, Aug. 2. This is a chance for residents to dispose of items such as old furniture, appliances and household waste free of charge. Yard debris is eligible for removal during this cleanup.
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Jul 26, 2023, 15:37
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Andrea Gibson
In an effort to reduce the mosquito population in Escambia County, the Mosquito Control Division has filed a "Notice of Intent" to proceed with fogging missions on Wednesday, July 26, in commission districts 1 and 5. Mission hours vary, but typically occur in the evening hours from 6-9:30 p.m. All operations are dependent on weather conditions.
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Jul 25, 2023, 14:28
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Andrea Gibson
The Escambia County Department of Animal Welfare is excited to announce its participation in the BISSELL Pet Foundation "Empty the Shelters" event, July 6-31. During this time, adoptions for all cats and dogs 1 year or older will be free. Puppies will be available for $50 and kittens will be available for $25.
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Jul 25, 2023, 12:45
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Andrea Gibson
Join District 1 Commissioner Jeff Bergosh at his virtual 85th Coffee with the Commissioner event Wednesday, July 26. The live stream will take place from 6:30-7:30 a.m. To join the meeting, visit Commissioner Bergosh on Facebook.
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Jul 21, 2023, 13:24
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Andrea Gibson
During the July 18 Escambia County Board of County Commissioners meeting, District 2 Commissioner Mike Kohler delivered a proclamation to the Center of Independent Living of Northwest Florida for their 43rd anniversary celebration. The Center for Independent Living of Northwest Florida was established on July 1, 1980, to ensure that people with disabilities had access to service choices in the community.
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Jul 21, 2023, 13:22
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Andrea Gibson
Get involved with your local government. Check out our weekly meeting schedule for July 24-28, 2023.
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Jul 21, 2023, 10:30
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Andrea Gibson
Escambia County has developed an application review process for developers seeking the minimum local government contribution for Florida Housing Finance Corporation's competitive applications for multifamily housing tax credits. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Aug. 15, 2023.
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Jul 21, 2023, 09:47
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Andrea Gibson
Lexington Terrace Park, located at 900 S. Old Corry Field Road, will close temporarily beginning Monday, July 24. During this time, Escambia County Parks and Recreation will be installing a new playground, adding dog park equipment, cleaning the park and performing general park maintenance. The park is expected to re-open Friday, Aug. 4.
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Jul 21, 2023, 08:14
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Andrea Gibson
Join District 1 Commissioner Jeff Bergosh at his virtual 85th Coffee with the Commissioner event Wednesday, July 26. The live stream will take place from 6:30-7:30 a.m. To join the meeting, visit Commissioner Bergosh on Facebook.
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Jul 20, 2023, 15:54
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Andrea Gibson
Escambia County's Youth Employment Program participants were recognized by District 3 Commissioner and Chairman Lumon May and Neighborhood and Human Services staff for their hard work this summer during a ceremony Thursday, July 20 at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. Desoto St.
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Jul 20, 2023, 13:36
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Andrea Gibson
During the July 18 Escambia County Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board voted 5-0 to approve amendments to the Barrier Island Lighting Ordinance which regulates coastal lighting on Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key. The amendment includes new lighting requirements for areas of Perdido Key south of Semmes Road and updates to the existing requirements on Pensacola Beach.
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Jul 19, 2023, 18:01
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Andrea Gibson
Escambia County's 2023 Summer Youth Employment Program participants will be recognized by District 3 Commissioner and Chairman Lumon May and Neighborhood and Human Services staff for their hard work this summer during a ceremony Thursday, July 20, at 11 a.m. at Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. Desoto St.
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Jul 19, 2023, 17:47
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Davis Wood
The media is invited to attend the Escambia County Summer Youth Employment Program Ceremony. During the ceremony, approximately 200 youth workers will be recognized by Escambia County Chairman and District 3 Commissioner Lumon May and Neighborhood & Human Services staff. One or more Escambia County Commissioners may be in attendance.
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Jul 19, 2023, 16:36
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Andrea Gibson
During the July 18 Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board approved over $23 million in funding for county projects. The projects will provide improvements for drainage, road conditions, and more throughout Escambia County.
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Jul 19, 2023, 16:11
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Andrea Gibson
In an effort to reduce the mosquito population in Escambia County, the Mosquito Control Division has filed a "Notice of Intent" to proceed with fogging missions on Wednesday, July 19, in commission districts 2 and 4. Mission hours vary, but typically occur in the evening hours from 6-9:30 p.m. All operations are dependent on weather conditions.
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Jul 19, 2023, 14:48
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Andrea Gibson
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to recognize Mackenzie Semenovich, Lead Animal Welfare Coordinator in the Department of Animal Welfare, as the July 2023 Employee of the Month. The board recognized Mackenzie’s selection at the July 18 BCC meeting.
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