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Prescribed Burn Scheduled for the Naval Live Oaks Area April 26
GULF BREEZE, Fl. --Gulf Islands National Seashore plans to conduct prescribed burns within the Naval Live Oaks Area near Gulf Breeze, Florida, on April 26. The planned burns are scheduled to take place around 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. but will only occur if specific conditions are met. The park will review the conditions on the morning of each potential burn day to determine if the burn will take place. Longleaf pine flatwood habitats in the Naval Live Oaks Area depend upon regular fire to maintain this
Baptist Medical Group Primary Care – Airport Welcomes Savannah Wilson, PA-C
PENSACOLA, Fla. (April 22, 2024) – Baptist Medical Group welcomes board-certified physician assistant Savannah Wilson, PA-C, to its multispecialty provider network. Wilson specializes in family medicine and offers quality, convenient treatment to patients at Baptist Medical Group Primary Care – Airport.Wilson received her Master of Science in physician assistant studies at Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida. She is board-certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician
United Way of West Florida to Host its 3rd Annual Battle of the Barristers Fundraiser
Pensacola, FL – April 17, 2024 The United Way of West Florida invites law groups to compete in our 3rd Annual Battle of the Barristers Fundraiser on May 22, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Seville Quarter. Our quiz master will test these legal eagles on their knowledge with fun and unique trivia questions during this fundraiser for United Way of West Florida. This event is an opportunity for attorneys and law firms to display their knowledge outside of the courtroom over a little friendly
Florida SBDC at UW Presents “The Basics of Buying & Selling a Business”: 4/16/2024
PENSACOLA, FL — April 15, 2024 — Join us on May 1 from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm for an insightful and practical workshop designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and aspiring investors eager to explore the intricacies of buying and selling businesses. Whether you're looking to embark on a new venture, expand your portfolio, or gracefully exit your current enterprise, this workshop is your comprehensive guide to navigating the complex world of business transactions. Lunch will be provided. Location: Panama
UNITED WAY OF WEST FLORIDA IS CELEBRATING A CENTURY OF CHANGE WITH ITS GLITZ
Since 1924, United Way of West Florida has fought for the health, education, and financial stability of every citizen in our community. We do this by working collaboratively with hundreds of companies, thousands of community members, local governments, and local nonprofit agencies. Working together is the best way to improve lives and build a stronger community and we hope to do that on May 4th, 2024, at the Glitz & Gallop Gala, our 100th Anniversary Celebration.Join us and help celebrate our 100 years in
Prescribed Burn Scheduled for the Naval Live Oaks Area April 15
GULF BREEZE, FL. --Gulf Islands National Seashore plans to conduct a prescribed burns within the Naval Live Oaks Area near Gulf Breeze, Florida, April 15, 16, and 17. The planned burns are scheduled to take place around 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. but will only occur if specific conditions are met. The park will review the conditions on the morning of each potential burn day determine if the burn will take place. Longleaf pine flatwood habitats in the Naval Live Oaks Area depend upon regular fire to
GRILLIN’ IN THE BREEZE 2024
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FL- Join Santa Rosa Education Foundation on Saturday, April 20th, from 11:00-2:30 at Shoreline Park in Gulf Breeze for Grillin’ in the Breeze! Taste grilled and smoked delicacies, cast your vote for the People’s Choice award, and bid on terrific silent auction items throughout the day. The Pensacola Mess Hall will be on-site with activities for all ages. Award winning grill master Big Moose and legendary Smokin’ in the Square’s very own Ivan Delabruere and Jim Brown will be serving up a
Gulf Islands National Seashore Reopens April 11
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore will reopen the Fort Pickens Area for day use at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 11. The Fort Pickens Campground will reopen at 2 p.m. For camping questions please email Guis_information@nps.gov or visit www.recreation.govBeginning Tuesday evening Gulf Islands National Seashore closed the Fort Pickens Area for inclement weather. While driving please be cautious of standing rainwater on the roadways
United Way of West Florida is looking for leaders to join our Ambassador Program: 4/11/2024
Pensacola, FL.- April 11, 2024United Way of West Florida’s 2024-2025 Ambassador Program is accepting applications.Each year, community-minded employers lend key personnel to United Way of West Florida to serve as ambassadors. By volunteering their time each month, these individuals help raise funds to meet critical needs in our community – addressing gaps in health, education, and financial stability. Each ambassador supports between three to five companies by planning and implementing successful
Letter Carriers Fight Hunger with Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Pensacola, FL - April 11, 2024 The annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive is only a month away. Letter Carriers will be picking up food donations on May 11, 2024. Organized by the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), the Stamp Out Hunger food drive is in its 32nd year. It is the largest one-day food drive in the country. Food collected in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties stays here, helping to feed those who are struggling with food insecurity in our community. This year, residents in Escambia and
Jay Hospital Nurse Honored with DAISY Award™
PENSACOLA, Fla. (April 9, 2024) – Karrie Nevels, R.N., has been honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Nevels works in the Medical Unit at Jay Hospital. Nevels was recognized by a patient’s family for the extraordinary care she provided. “Karrie took time to know who her patient was as a person,” the nomination read. “He was more than just a job. He was never an inconvenience to her. He was her reason for being there, or at least it seemed like that to our family members. She showed true
Gulf Islands National Seashore Closes in Preparation for Incoming Weather: 4/9/2024
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore will close the Fort Pickens Area to include the campground beginning at 5 p.m. April 9, in preparation for incoming weather. Campers are expected to evacuate by 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 9. All Fort Pickens Campground reservations will be canceled until further notice. Beginning Tuesday evening the weather is expected to bring winds out of the South of 22-28 mph with gusts to 35 mph and surf as high as 10 feet with the highest from Wednesday evening
Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory: 4/5/2024
Escambia and Santa Rosa County Traffic Advisory Chipley, Fla. – Drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on the following state roads in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties as crews perform construction and maintenance activities. Escambia County:Interstate 10 (I-10) at U.S. 29 Interchange (Exit 10) - Drivers will encounter shoulder closures on I-10 westbound near Exit 10 as crews perform clearing and grubbing work. In addition, the speed limit on I-10 has been reduced to 50 mph and will remain
Workshop Press Releases for April
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” – Navarre PENSACOLA, FL — April 5, 2024 — Have an idea for a business, but not sure where to start? Take the first step with the Florida SBDC’s “Starting a Business” workshop on April 24 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. In this workshop, we will discuss the fundamentals of launching your new venture, including how to determine feasibility and legal structures, licensing and permitting, funding options for your business and basic marketing strategies to help you get
Gulf Islands National Seashore partners with Mississippi State University for marine debris removal
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore is partnering with Mississippi State University (MSU) Coastal Research and Extension Center to remove marine debris from barrier islands in Mississippi. The partnership will restore and conserve native habitats on federally managed lands through marine debris cleanup events over the next three years (April through October pending weather). MSU administers the Mississippi Coastal Cleanup Program, and that program will be the lead for outreach to educate
Saltmarsh Awarded ClearlyRated's 2024 Best of Accounting for Service Excellence
TAMPA and PENSACOLA, FL (February 9, 2024) – Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund, a leading accounting firm in the Southeast, announced today that they have won ClearlyRated's Best of Accounting® Award for providing superior service to their clients for the second year in a row. Based entirely on ratings provided by their clients, Saltmarsh received a Net Promoter® Score of 85.6%, significantly higher than the industry's average of 41% in 2023. In this most recent survey, client responses recognized the firm
Saltmarsh Honored Among 2023 Best Firms to Work For and Top 200 U.S. Accounting Firms
TAMPA and PENSACOLA, FL (September 12, 2023) – Saltmarsh, Cleaveland & Gund is pleased to share recent firm accolades, which include being named one of Accounting Today’s 2023 Best Firms to Work For and a Top 200 U.S. Accounting Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting. As one of the largest CPA-led business advisory firms in the southeast, Saltmarsh is known for its ‘one-firm’ people-focused workplace that prioritizes work-life balance, culture and professional development. Accounting Today’s 18th annual
Is Franchising Right for You? The Pros and Cons You Need to Know
Starting a business from scratch can be quite a task and risky. It requires a lot of time, effort, and financial resources. However, there is an alternative way to become an entrepreneur – opening a franchise. Franchising is a business model that allows entrepreneurs to operate a business under an established brand name and with operational systems in place. Although there are pros and cons to consider, franchising can be an attractive opportunity for many. In this article, we explore the advantages and
Want to Level Up Your Business? Hiring Consultants Is the Way to Go
As your business grows, you will likely reach a point where you need outside help to continue moving forward. But if you need to gain specialist knowledge in a particular topic, knowing the best practices for your business can be tricky. That's where consultants come in. Keep reading as the Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce shares why hiring consultants can fulfill all your business needs. The Benefits of Hiring Consultants Consultants can bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to your
Improve Your Small Business by Fixing These Common Issues
All businesses have weaknesses, but it's crucial for small business owners to identify and resolve financial and operational issues as quickly as possible. Not only can these problems lead to financial ruin, but they can put the future of your business at risk. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the most common financial and operational weaknesses in small businesses and how to resolve them.The Wrong Business Designation One of the first things you should do if you're having financial or
How to Build a Successful Business in Gulf Breeze, Florida
If you're thinking about starting a business in Gulf Breeze, Florida, there are a few things you need to do to ensure your business is successful. In this article, we'll cover everything from writing a business plan and coming up with a profitable business idea to marketing your new business. By the time you're finished reading, you'll have all the information you need to get your business off the ground.Writing Your Business Plan One of the first things you need to do when starting a business is to