Freemanville

Bill could stiffen law

If a bill introduced by state Rep. Alan Baker is passed, cases such as one heard last week in an Escambia County courtroom involving prison ... Read more

Schools to get millions for technology

In a single action meeting Thursday, the Escambia County School Board effectively put themselves in line to receive more than $1.7 million in funding to ... Read more

Bill could bring on vote

Escambia County officials are hoping voters will trust them to do the right thing with an oil and gas trust fund — and use it ... Read more

Atmore Rotary Club offering scholarships

The Atmore Rotary Club is awarding two scholarships up to $2,000 per scholarship to two 2013 high school graduates with a 2.5 or higher GPA ... Read more

Law enforcement proposes substitute gun bill

Fewer than 1 percent of the pistol permits sought in Escambia County are denied — but Sheriff Grover Smith and other law enforcement officials believe ... Read more