Biden restricts travel from 26 countries over COVID-19 concerns
Biden restricts travel from 26 countries over COVID-19 concerns
U.S. President Joseph R. Biden on Monday restricted travel from 26 countries, including Ireland, South Africa and Brazil, citing COVID-19 concerns. “The Federal Government must act swiftly and aggressively to combat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19),” Biden said in a statement. “The national emergency caused by the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States continues to pose … read more
Tickets Now Available for Pensacola Children’s Chorus’ – One World, Many Voices
Tickets Now Available for Pensacola Children’s Chorus’ – One World, Many Voices
Tickets are now available for the Pensacola Children’s Chorus’ (PCC) center season performance, “One World, Many Voices”. Sunday, February 21, 2021, audience members will be immersed in a showcase of musical diversity symbolizing “A Brighter Tomorrow.” “PCC is proud to offer two performances for this season’s One World, Many Voices concert,” says Alex Gartner, Artistic … read more
Plant Crist converted to natural gas, renamed Gulf Clean Energy Center
Plant Crist converted to natural gas, renamed Gulf Clean Energy Center
Plant Crist, which was converted from coal to natural gas, has been renamed Gulf Clean Energy Center to commemorate a new chapter as a cleaner generating plant. The conversion is part of the recently merged Florida Power & Light Company and Gulf Power’s commitment to investing in cleaner energy while ensuring long-term reliability and lower … read more
Prescribed Fire Awareness Week Promotes Its Importance
Prescribed Fire Awareness Week Promotes Its Importance
Eglin Air Force Base is one of several local areas managed by prescribed burns. Eglin’s Fire Management Division applies prescribed fire to around 90,000 acres per year. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Gon) Florida’s Prescribed Fire Awareness Week is January 24 – 30, and Florida Forestry Service Officials hope the effort will help inform citizens about … read more
Required 10-digit Dialing Starts in February in 850 Area Code
Required 10-digit Dialing Starts in February in 850 Area Code
Starting February 20, 2021, all local calls made within the 850 area code will be required to use 10-digits, including the area code. The change is necessary after the Florida Public Service Commission in November approved an area code overlay, which will add the 448 area code to existing 850 area code. The new area … read more
Tallahassee Man To Be Detained During Trial Related to Possible Florida Capitol Protest
Tallahassee Man To Be Detained During Trial Related to Possible Florida Capitol Protest
In a case arising from possible protests at the Florida Capitol, United States Magistrate Judge Michael J. Frank today found probable cause to believe that Daniel A. Baker, of Tallahassee, committed the offense of transmitting a communication in interstate commerce containing a threat to kidnap or injure. Judge Frank also ordered Baker detained pending trial … read more
Pensacola Beach Chamber Aims to Increase Island Business Feb. 1-7
Pensacola Beach Chamber Aims to Increase Island Business Feb. 1-7
The Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce invites the public to come out and “INDULGE” themselves on the island the first week of February. Pensacola Beach and neighboring business communities have seen a sharp decline in visitor traffic over the past several months due to the unexpected closure of the Pensacola Bay Bridge. With more … read more
Florida Approaching 1 Million Seniors Vaccinated
Florida Approaching 1 Million Seniors Vaccinated
Henry Benton Sayler, a St. Petersburg resident, recently turned 100 on Saturday, January 16, 2021. Not only is Sayler a decorated World War II fighter pilot and West Point graduate but an accomplished statesman, previously serving as a Florida State Senator. Governor DeSantis’ targeted approach of vaccinating Florida seniors has resulted in 66% of … read more
United Way of West Florida to host Feb. 5 Virtual Day of Caring Event
United Way of West Florida to host Feb. 5 Virtual Day of Caring Event
United Way of West Florida (UWWF) is postponing its 28th Annual Day of Caring event until October 2021 due to COVID-19. However, the agency plans to move forward with a virtual Day of Caring on February 5. The agency says now more than ever, nonprofits and schools need tools and supplies to serve our … read more
$108,000 available for 2021 Sunday’s Child Grants
$108,000 available for 2021 Sunday’s Child Grants
Sunday’s Child hosted its annual Kickoff Event Thursday and has announced that four grants totaling $108,000 will be awarded in 2021. The grants will be awarded to nonprofit organizations which place value on diversity, inclusion and equality within the Pensacola Bay Area. Launched in 2014, Sunday’s Child uses a model where individual members or ensembles … read more
