FCAT Results
The Florida Dept. of Education's interactive spreadsheet allows you to search for results for your school district or for your school.Memorial Day Events
A list of some of the events being held to honor military men who gave their lives in service to their country.Hire Florida Grads
The State of Florida set up this website where recent graduates can register to help them find jobs in Florida.TAKE ME HOME PROJECT
Pensacola Police Department at (850)436-5416PROJECT LIFE SAVER
CONTACT AUTISM PENSACOLA 850-450-0656Blue Star Museums
Orange Beach Summer Sail Camp Registration
The City of Orange Beach Parks & Recreation Department conducts summer sailing camps. 2013 marks the 10th year for Sail Camp conducted by the City of Orange Beach. The program for junior sailors ages 9 - 14 is held at the city's new Wind & Water Learning Center, located behind the Orange Beach Library at 26233 Canal Road.Navarre Beach Songwriters Festival
Eleven artists, four venues, and a variety of music. the link will take you to a schedule and bios of the singer-songwriters who'll be performing.Hangout Music Festival 2013
Treasure Trove - Disney on Ice
National Flight Academy
The National Flight Academy and Escambia School District are teaming up to give 40 students the chance to attend an Experimental Pilot camp this summer. The deadline to apply is May 31.
The program will take place aboard the USS Ambition at the NFA from July 28-August 2, 2013.
The program will be offered to the top forty student applicants, according to identified criteria, as determined by a committee of district administrators. Applicants must currently be enrolled in the seventh, eighth, or ninth grades. Applicants must have no more than five unexcused absences this year, no serious discipline infractions, and a grade average of at least a "C." The student applicant must submit an official application containing a short essay telling his/her interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education and why attending the NFA AIR program will help him/her in STEM pursuits.
Selectees will be notified by mail on June 14th. If your child is selected, you will be required to complete an online registration form with the National Flight Academy. Additionally, the National Flight Academy will require you to submit proof of insurance, immunization records, etc.Dollar General to hire 10,000
Dollar General announced plans to hire 10,000 new employees this month. They're holding job fairs at 170 locations nationwide, including in Mobile, on Saturday May 18. You can also view available jobs and apply online.Foundations that help with breast cancer gene testing
Temple Grandin
Escambia Votes - Voting Information
Cyberbullying
“Born Drug Free Florida” Educational Campaign
Zoo Camp 2013
Local area summer camps
Gulf Power Recycling
1-855-559-2523
gulfpower.com/residential/fridgerecycleStudent Maid
Mother's Day freebies
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
Mobile Film Office
The Mobile Film Office has information about casting for the Nicolas Cage thriller shooting in Alabama this summer.Bob Sikes Bridge Updates on Twitter
Escambia County will be posting updates about repairs and construction around the Bob Sikes Bridge to Pensacola Beach.Escambia County Tethering video
Hangout Music Fest
Hangout Music Fest will feature more than 60 bands over four days in Gulf Shores.March of Dimes
850-462-7756Health Summit
May 10th
Live Stream
Doodle 4 Google Finalist
Third grader Ridley Varden of Spanish Fort Elementary is one of 12 finalists in her age group in the Google 4 Doodle competition. Voting is open through May 10. Winners receive a $30,000 scholarship.National Fire Protection Association
Florida House Special Election - Escambia
Early voting begins May 4 in the special primary election for the Florida House District 2 Seat. The Escambia Supervisor of Elections has put together some basic information to help you find a polling place.Norovirus Information from the CDC
United Way Day of Caring
On October 11, volunteers will tackle dozens of projects around Escambia County to help those in need. Visit United Way Escambia website to learn more about the Day of Caring. You can email them with any questions about getting a project submitted or volunteering to help.Florida Summer Suggested Reading for Students
The Florida Dept. of Education has assembled a suggested summer reading list that recommends titles for students of all ages, from kindergarten to 12th grade. The department publishes this list and others to help students continue learning, even when school is not in session.Boston Bombing Charity Sites
Additional links:
http://richardfamilyfund.org/
http://arlington.patch.com/articles/obituary-krystle-m-campbell-a140c2cd
https://www.bu.edu/alumni-forms/forms/lu-lingzi-fund/
West, TX Charities
https://www.baylor.edu/give/index.php?id=49837&a=3&f=0204197
http://www.wacofoundation.org/NewsEvents/ViewArticle/tabid/164/smid/605/ArticleID/82/reftab/36/Default.aspxPrescription Drug Round-up locations
National Flight Academy
Signs of a heart attack
Baptist Memorial Health Care
Angel Flight Information
Angel Flight Southeast Project: "Care Traffic Control for Healthcare"Gas Taxes in Florida
The state of Florida compiled this list of fuel taxes by county, breaking down federal, state and local taxes per gallon.Internal Revenue Service
Department of Homeland Security-certified course - Responding to the Functional Needs Populations of Rural America to Robertsdale, Alabama
City of Gulf Shores Open Job Positions
City of Mobile: Airbus Groundbreaking
Airbus groundbreaking streaming live on the City of Mobile's website.Orange Beach Osprey-Cam
The City of Orange Beach has set up a webcam to let you look in on an osprey nest, live!Bands on the Beach
Pensacola Beach presents weekly concerts on Tuesday evenings. Visit the official website for a list of bands playing this summer.Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Division of LicensingFlorida KidCare
Many families who qualify for low-cost health insurance aren't taking advantage of the state program. To learn more, visit the website or call 211 in Escambia or Santa Rosa County.Crestview High Student Video on Bullying
Blue Wahoos schedule
Florida Forest Service watches weather, urges caution concerning fire conditions
Health Survey - County by County
How does our area rank in overall health? Find out in the link.Dog Brain Tests
Camelot Park Development
A mother in the Camelot Park subdivision in Pensacola is spearheading an effort to get the park developed so that families in the area can enjoy it. She's created a Facebook page to announce meetings and plans.Lonely Instruments for Needy Kids
Get a free ticket to the Sea Breeze Jazz Festival when you donate a qualifying musical instrument to LINK. The program cleans and repairs the instruments for use by school children who couldn't otherwise afford one.Pet Food Stamps
Free help feeding your pet.Financial Frontlines
Free resources for military familiesDowntown "Olde Seville" Concert Plan
"Events Pensacola" is a new non-profit group formed to continue the traditional "Evenings in Olde Seville" concerts downtown. The group is planning to put on 12 concerts between May and August, 2013. You can email for more information about sponsorships and volunteer opportunities.Blue Angels official website
Blues will perform over Pensacola Beach on July 13th
Homecoming show November 1st and 2nd at NAS PensacolaSpecialty license plates for Vietnam/Korean Vets
Free of charge.
Proof of service required.Oil Spill Projects Webinar
Register here.
Tuesday, February 26thFlorida Dept. of Children and Families
The Dept. of Children and Families is warning people about ads leading to bogus websites, promising to help you apply for benefits. This link will take you to the state's actual website for benefits assistance."Stand Your Ground" Review
Florida's Task Force on Citizen Safety and Protection concluded that Statute 776 is a good law and should not be overturned. You can read the Task Force's final report on Governor Rick Scott's website.T.I.P. - Trauma Intervention Program
T.I.P. volunteers respond to devastating fires, shootings, and other life-changing events to offer assistance and comfort to the survivors.Hangout Music Festival 2013
There is now a payment plan for tickets.Task Force to help find Violent Fugitives in Pensacola
Vision Airline Changes
Volunteer with the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross helps people after disasters, from hurricanes to house fires. They also provide services to military service members.Detext App
This free app for Android devices can sense when the phone is moving, to help keep people from texting and driving.Finding a Missing person
System the Pensacola Police Department uses to help search for the missing.Tips on how to talk to seniors about driving
Covenant Hospice Cookbook
SavorFlorida Prepaid College Plan deadline extended
The Florida Prepaid College program has extended the deadline for enrollment this year. You can enroll through February 28, 2013. The plan allows you to pay for your child's education over time and also locks in today's tuition prices.Report on Florida election improvements
"Pioneers of Space" DVD
In December 2012, the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola hosted a historic "Salute to the Pioneers of Space." Astronauts and mission control specialists from the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo missions shared their memories and their insights into the U.S. space program then and now. The museum is now selling DVDs and Blu-ray disks commemorating the event.Rebuild Northwest Florida
Rebuild Northwest Florida is a non-profit organization founded after Hurricane Ivan in 2004. They help people strengthen their homes to protect them from storm damage. Through grants and donations, they are able to cover 75% of the cost, with the homeowners responsible for the remaining 25%.Find unclaimed money
http://WWW.UNCLAIMED.ORG
http://WWW.TREASURYHUNT.GOV
http://WWW.IRS.GOVHow to spot child abuse
National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators
Okaloosa TDC Auditor General Report
Cancer Study
Participation is easy and enrollment is available in your local community. Local enrollment is being made possible in partnership with various health care and communityorganizations. Your initial enrollment requires two steps and will involve the following: After scheduling your enrollment appointment, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions to go online and complete your first, most comprehensivesurvey. This survey will ask you questions regarding medications you are taking, family history of cancer, lifestyle and other behaviors. This survey should be completed prior to your appointment time. At your appointment, you will be asked to sign an informed consent form, complete a brief survey, as well as provide a waist circumference measurement and a smallblood sample (similar to a doctors visit). The blood sample will be taken by a certified, trained phlebotomist. Your appointment should last approximately 20 - 30 minutes.Taking care of wastewater pipes - ECUA
Leap Trail
Florida Housing Assistance
Housing Help
Floridians now have the opportunity to benefit from millions in down payment assistance, housing counseling and legal aid programs.Florida State Park Information
Fostering Florida’s Future
Locations to pay Gulf Power bills
Foreclosure Settlement Application
President Obama's Plan to Reduce Gun Violence
Pres. Barack Obama's 15-page plan outlines changes for firearms sales, mental health treatment, and gun violence research.Dept. of Defense Operational Test and Evaluation Office Annual Report
This 327-page report from the Director, Operational Test & Evaluation (DOT&E) reviews and analyzes the results of OT&E conducted for each major DoD acquisition program. Details of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Program can be found on pages 29 to 45. This is a large file which will take several minutes to download.FWC Deer Management Plan
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is developing a new plan to give hunters and other interested people more input on deer management issues. This is a pilot program, and if it's successful in the panhandle, it will be expanded stateside.Unclaimed Life Insurance Benefits
Florida is seeking the rightful owners of $25 million in unclaimed life insurance benefits obtained through a settlement with American International Group Inc.
1-888-258-2253Goodwill Easter Seals Offers Tax Help
Tax season is just around the corner, and Goodwill Easter Seals has the Gulf Coast covered with its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
*We'll Do it For You: Goodwill Easter Seals can prepare your return for you if your household income is less than $51,000.
*Do it Yourself On Site: Visit one of our VITA locations and self-prepare your taxes with support from our staff.
*File Your Own Online: If your income is less than $57,000, visit http://www.gesgc.org/taxes.html and follow the instructions.
VITA Sites:
Florida: Pensacola and Ft. Walton Beach
Call for an appointment: 850-434-0032 or 850-659-7188
Mobile County: Gordon Smith and Cottage Hill @ Demetropolis
Call for an appointment: 251-433-4900 or 1-888-99-TAX-AL
Baldwin County: Fairhope, Foley and Bay Minette
Call for an appointment: 251-433-4900
Escambia County, AL: Brewton and Atmore
Call for an appointment: 251-867-2295Great White Shark Tracker
OcearchOperation Uplink
The Veterans of Foreign Wars organization is expanding it's "Operation Uplink" program, which allows deployed or hospitalized service members to call home for free. The VFW website has more information about Operation Uplink, including a schedule of free call days for 2013.Meatless Monday
An international movement is getting some support locally. "Meatless Monday" calls to cut out meat from your diet for one day of the week. Read more here.Texting and Driving PSAs
The website Mashable has compiled links to ten public service announcements warning of the dangers of texting and driving. Some of them use very graphic and emotional images and sounds to get their message across.Florida DO NOT CALL list
Now free to sign up
http://www.800helpfla.com/Westboro Baptist Church Hate Group Petition
Whitehouse.govSchool Grades Database
The Florida Department of Education website has links to different breakdowns of school grades and testing information. Click here for an Excel spreadsheet of individual school grades by county.School Safety Guidelines
From Governor Rick ScottFile a Crime Report Online
The Pensacola Police Department now offers the option to complete a crime report online for incidents that do NOT involve personal injury. The crime must have occurred within the Pensacola City Limits.Building Homes for Heroes
First Time Homebuyer Program
The City of Pensacola is offering assistance for some first time homebuyers.
The program will help low income families by providing down payment and closing cost assistance of up to $10,000.00 in the form of a forgivable loan.
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