Escambia

Escambia County Seeks Community Input on Rebranding ‘Gulf of Mexico’ to ‘Gulf of America’ in Local Ordinances

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Pensacola, Fla. – In a significant move for the region, the Escambia County Commission is set to convene a public hearing next week concerning a proposal to revise the language in local ordinances to refer to the “Gulf of America.” The update aims to align with recent legislative changes that have sparked discussions across the state. Currently, nearly 20 county ordinances that govern various issues, including those related to Perdido Key, dog parks, and littering, utilize the term “Gulf of Mexico.” This proposed amendment comes on the heels of laws enacted by Governor Ron DeSantis … Read more

Florida Authors Contest Book Bans in Escambia County, Cite First Amendment Rights in Ongoing Legal Battle

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The debate over the appropriate selection of books in Florida’s public schools has escalated, transitioning from local school board debates to legal battlefields. Recently, the spotlight has turned to Escambia County where a group of authors has taken legal action against the school district following the removal of books, including the noted children’s book “And Tango Makes Three.” The authors claim this action infringes on their First Amendment rights and have sought to interrogate school board members to uncover the rationale behind the book bans. A federal judge, however, has ruled that board members are … Read more

Federal Lawsuit Targets Escambia County Schools Following Tragic Death of Coach Accused of Student Assault

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ATMORE, Ala. — A lawsuit has been lodged against the Escambia County School Board following serious allegations that a former coach and teacher sexually assaulted a student at Escambia County High School. The legal action underscores significant concerns regarding student safety and school accountability on the premises. Kasuan Bullard, the accused, served as a baseball coach and taught driver’s education and health at the school. The controversy surrounding Bullard heightened posthumously as he perished in an automobile accident on the Cochran Causeway in 2021 before he could surrender to authorities. According to legal documents, the … Read more

Florida man formally charged with double murder of elderly grandparents by Escambia County grand jury

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PENSACOLA, Fla. – A man from Escambia County in Florida has been indicted by a grand jury for the murder of his grandparents. This tragic incident has shocked the community and leaves many questioning the motive behind such a heinous act. The accused, whose identity has yet to be revealed, allegedly committed the crime in the home he shared with his grandparents. The motive for the murder remains unclear, as investigators work tirelessly to gather more evidence and shed light on this devastating event. Local authorities were alerted to the crime when concerned family members … Read more