As Pensacola Little Theatre (PLT) closes the chapter on its 2025-2026 season , its signature fundraising event steps back into the spotlight for its 25th anniversary.
Cabaret: Storybook Soirée turns a fresh page on PLT’s annual celebration of the arts, transforming The Clark Family Cultural Center (The Center) into an immersive literary escape.
Cabaret: Storybook Soirée will take place on March 28 at The Center located at 400 S. Jefferson St. in downtown Pensacola.
Each year, PLT transforms The Center with a new Cabaret theme, inviting guests to wander from room to room as each space unfolds like a chapter—bringing the worlds of beloved classic stories to life.
This year, PLT’s staff and volunteers are shaping the rooms of the building into a living storybook, with each featured artist taking inspiration from classic fairy tales and literary legends to craft unique experiences in every room. This literaturecentric theme is the brainchild of PLT Marketing Director Ashley Simmons.
“With the storybook soirée, every room is going to be a different literary adventure,” Simmons said.
Attendees who enter the venue will be met with a massive library, and traveling outside takes you on a dungeon tour of villains, showing well-known no-gooders like Lady Macbeth and Pennywise. There will also be a Midsummer Masquerade with a Pride and Prejudice meets Bridgerton vibe. The rooftop area will showcase Camelot -inspired themes and decor.
Kayla Stephenson, PLT’s technical director, is spearheading the construction of the rooms and set pieces, converting a stage into a giant storybook and creating a bar within a large teacup.
These performances, exhibitions and music will entertain guests beginning at 7:30 pm. Although the dress code for Cabaret is formal, this year, the team behind Cabaret encourages guests to dress in attire inspired by their favorite literary characters.
“The dress code is also one of my favorite parts because it is black tie formal, but we would love a little whimsy,” Simmons said. “So, if you
want to dress up as your favorite literary character but make it formal, that’s what we’re looking for—like a fancy Alice in Wonderland.”
This year’s Cabaret will feature a diverse range of performative art, including live bands, ballerinas, firebreathers, aerial performers, drag performers and much, much more.
“I love that we’ve integrated and spotlighted the talent that we have here for the party,” Simmons said. “We’re not just speaking about outside talent. We’re really going within and using our own volunteers. I love the yearly drag performance for the event. That always gets super fun and really artistic.”
Guests will also enjoy a variety of culinary creations, including specialty party fare served later in the evening and handcrafted macarons prepared by PLT board member and Chef Michael Gordy.
However, the festivities will not rest until the clock strikes midnight. For the first time in Cabaret history, starting at 10:30 pm, the Moonlight Madness afterparty will follow the soirée, taking the celebration to The Rooftop, the The Center’s recently
unveiled exclusive bar and event space. Here, guests can serve their moves on the dance floor to a live DJ, and they can be served craft cocktails to enjoy under a starry sky.
Drag performers will also take to The Rooftop, following up their performances downstairs with show-stopping encores. The sensational drag performances, lively energy and luxurious libations make the Moonlight Madness afterparty an unforgettable conclusion to a night of stories and celebration.
Cabaret continues to be a magnet of community, revelry and artistry through its enthralling storybook soirée theme. However, Cabaret is not only a celebration of local art and creative expression but also a crucial component to PLT’s $150,000 funding goal for its annual slates of theatrical productions, acting classes and community outreach programs.
The event also serves as the perfect opportunity to support Pensacola’s artistic community, funding future stories that PLT’s volunteers and staff seek to create.
“People need art in their life,” PLT Technical Director Kayla
Stephenson said. “It’s a great part of the community that different walks of life can come and enjoy it and be a part of who we are. That’s what Cabaret is about: experience something different and come enjoy what we are—come be a part of the family.”
Sponsorship opportunities have also returned to Cabaret. Currently, 140 sponsor tickets are available, which provide a premium Cabaret experience, including expedited entry to the event and access to the pre-party for Cabaret at The Rooftop, exclusive performances and the premium bar. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact Tucker O’Connor at booking@pensacolalittletheatre.com.
Tickets for Cabaret are currently available for $150 each, which provide full access to the event, including six open-bar venues, culinary art catering, live entertainment & various performances. Tickets for the Moonlight Madness afterparty are $100 each. For tickets and information, visit pensacolalittletheatre.com or call the PLT Box Office at (850) 432-2042.■
Photos courtesy of Pensacola Little Theatre
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CITY RESIDENT RECEIVES NEW HOME THROUGH BLUEPRINT TO HOMEOWNERSHIP
Eli Rushing made his dream of homeownership in Downtown Pensacola a reality this week.
His new home is the first of three affordable or workforce housing opportunities to be sold through the Pensacola Habitat for Humanity Blueprint to Homeownership Program, a public-private partnership among the city, Northwest Florida Community Land Trust, Pensacola Habitat for Humanity and the Home Builders Association of West Florida. Through the program, 24-year-old Rushing experienced a day that he thought would never come.
“We were looking for something in downtown for under $300,000,” Rushing said. “We were wanting to buy a house eventually, but never thought it would happen — until we saw the sign.”
The Blueprint to Homeownership program is part of the City’s commitment to increasing access to quality housing for all residents within the city limits, making homeownership more accessible to everyone.
"Shared equity models like the partnership with the Community Land Trust allow for a more equitable and inclusive future for all income levels as we work collaboratively to create permanently affordable housing stock," said Betsy McDonald, City Housing Director. "Th Blueprint to Homeownership helps people like Eli build their lives in the city they know and love."
Homes sold through the Blueprint to Homeownership are transformed into highquality, affordable housing opportunities, enabling more families to become homeowners in Pensacola. By partnering with trusted local organizations, the City seeks to develop sustainable housing solutions that improve neighborhoods and foster community growth.
"So many different people and organizations made this happen," Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves said. "This is the first residence
that's permanently affordable in the history of the City of Pensacola."
Northwest Florida Community Land Trust, Pensacola Habitat and HBA West Florida oversee the construction and rehabilitation process, ensuring that the homes meet high standards of affordability and quality.
This project and its use of the Community Land Trust model, which ensures affordable housing by separating land ownership from structure ownership, represents another step toward addressing rising housing costs and supporting economic development in Pensacola.
“We’re always thankful to have strong civic and corporate partners who are aligned with our mission,” said Pensacola Habitat President and CEO Sam Young. “Thanks to the City and the Home Builders Association, homebuyers like Eli can afford opportunities that would have otherwise been inaccessible. This is a tremendous win for affordable housing in our community.”
In 2024, the city donated three lots to the Northwest Florida Community Land Trust to build new or rehabilitated homes at affordable price points. Currently, the home at 2300 W. Jackson St. is still available.
Jennifer Mancini, executive officer of HBA West Florida, called the project a powerful example of what can happen when institutions come together with the shared goal of helping the community.
"HBA is proud to be part of initiatives like this to help make the American Dream of homeownership more accessible in Pensacola," Mancini said. "The builder, Amir Fooladi, and all of our member donors delivered a beautiful, well-constructed home. Quality construction matters and this home reflects the care and craftsmanship every homeowner deserves. We look forward to seeing many more families benefit from this impactful program in the years ahead."
MANNA’S 2026 CLOVER PICK A BOWL FILL A BOWL RAISES RECORD-SETTING $78,000+ TO FEED HUNGRY NEIGHBORS IN NEED
The 2026 Clover Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl, presented by Sandy Sansing Dealerships, raised $78,694 for Manna Food Bank thanks to the generosity of several local sponsors, artists, restaurants/food vendors, donors, and event attendees. Money raised from the event – the most the event has ever raised –will provide the equivalent of 47,216 healthy meals for hungry neighbors in need in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
“This event is Manna’s largest fundraiser of the year and provides critical financial support for our organization,” said DeDe Flounlacker, Executive Director of Manna. “Potters, sponsors, food vendors, volunteers, and event guests have raised the bar again, making this year’s event an overwhelming success! Their generous support makes it possible for Manna to continue providing healthy food to children, senior citizens, veterans, families, and individuals in need right here in our community.”
The event was made possible by the faculty, students, and friends of the Pensacola State College Visual Arts Department, First City Arts Center, local artists, businesses, and vendors that provided sponsorships and donations of art, food, beverages, and other in-kind goods and services. ADX Communications, Jewelers Trade Shop, Northwest Florida A/C, WEAR 3, and Woodmen Life were the 2026 Porcelain level sponsors.
This year’s restaurants and food vendors included Apple Market, Azalea Trace/ACTS, Classic City Catering, Culinary Productions, The District, Family Ty’s Good Eats, The Farm, The Grand Marlin, Nouveau Pastries & Catering, Sonny’s BBQ, Steel Pony Diner, Tacos El Fluffy, The Ticket, and WEAR 3 –Bob Solarski. Vendors brought their A-game to compete for the event’s People’s Choice Award. Event guests were able to sample food offered by each vendor and cast their votes through cash donations to Manna. At the conclusion of the event, Chef Bob Solarski with WEAR 3 was presented with a one-of-a-kind handmade award bowl for winning the 2026 Clover Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl People’s Choice Award for his Pumpkin Lobster Bisque.
ADX Communications, Alpha-Lit Marquee Letters, Appleyard Duncan McCall, Evergreen Printing and Mailing, First City Art Center, The Lewis Bear Company, Merchants
U.S. ARMY, COLOMBIAN MILITARY LEADERS KICK OFF 22ND JOINT-SERVICE SENIOR ENLISTED ENGAGEMENT
U.S. and Colombian military leaders gathered at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, March 16, 2026, to open the 22nd iteration of the Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía, or PISAJ.
Led by U.S. Southern Command, U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command, and U.S. Army South, the program has been a recurring geo-strategic event since its inception in 2015.
U.S. Army South Command Sgt. Maj. Eric Olsen welcomed nearly 60 Colombian senior enlisted leaders to the bi-annual engagement.
"The next two weeks aren't just a meeting; it's a statement," Olsen said. "It says we believe, without a doubt, that our most powerful asset is a smart, empowered NCO. This is our chance to collaborate, remain open to new ideas, and build the trust that turns a handshake into a lifelong bond."
The opening day featured exchanges between joint service branches, the Colombian delegation, and other partners. U.S. Navy
Capt. Sean Newby, commander of Naval Education and Training Security Assistance Field Activity, welcomed the gathering to Florida. Colombian Technical Chief of the Joint Command of Military Forces, Jorge Jaime Rivera Peláez, the highest-ranking noncommissioned officer in the Colombian military, also addressed the assembled leaders during opening remarks.
Chief Rivera Peláez’s remarks focused on the security partnership and the importance of the two-week engagement, which includes participants from the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, as well as their Colombian counterparts and other partner-nation forces.
Following the formal briefings and a series of group photos, the delegation conducted guided tours of the National Naval Aviation Museum. This 22nd iteration of PISAJ continues through the rest of the month, with scheduled events across military installations in Florida and Georgia.
MAYOR’S NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP SET FOR SATURDAY, MARCH 28
The next Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup will be Saturday, March 28 in the area north of East Hill, along with some surrounding neighborhoods. Please see the cleanup map for details. This event allows City of Pensacola Sanitation Services customers in the cleanup area to leave eligible items at the curb for pickup, free of charge.
Sanitation customers in the cleanup area must place items curbside by 7 a.m. on the day of the cleanup. Please do not place items at the curb prior to Wednesday, March 25.
Please note that items left curbside outside of the cleanup area will not be collected.
The cleanup includes bulk items only. Yard waste or garbage will not be collected.
• Items eligible for removal include:
• Household appliances and electronics
• Household junk and debris
• Furniture and mattresses
• Carpeting
Paper Company, Pensacola News Journal, Pensacola State College Visual Arts Department, Republic National Distributing Company, and WEAR 3 were the 2026 in-kind sponsors.
In 2018, the annual event was renamed in honor and memory of longtime supporter
Bill Clover. Clover, a Pensacola State College Visual Arts professor for 52 years, was instrumental in starting and sustaining the 19-year event that has raised money to help thousands of hungry people.
“Clover was instrumental in starting this event for Manna and continuing its success all these years. Naming the event after him is our small way of honoring Clover for his love of our community and a way of celebrating his legacy for years to come,” said Flounlacker.
About The Clover Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl
The event was established in 2006 at Pensacola State College under the direction of Dona Usry, former Manna Guild Member and PSC Board Member; Krist Lien, District Department Head of the Visual Arts Department; Dr. Jim Martin, former PSC Vice President of Administration; and Bill Clover, Visual Arts Professor. For the first two years, the fundraiser was called Throw A Bowl, and guests were invited to make their own bowls under the guidance of the Visual Arts Department. In 2008, the fundraiser changed to two events - Pick A Bowl and Fill A Bowl – and in 2017, the two events became one, Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl. Professor Bill Clover, his students, other faculty members, and local artists from First City Arts Center contributed thousands of hours and created thousands of bowls for the events. In 2018, after Bill Clover passed away, the event was renamed The Clover Pick A Bowl Fill A Bowl in honor and memory of his commitment to the fundraiser that combines his passion for art and his dedication to the community.
About Manna
Manna’s mission is to offer emergency food assistance, service the food-related needs of vulnerable populations, and engage the entire community in the fight against hunger. A local grassroots organization with no national affiliation or government funding, Manna provided food to 71,005 people last year. Manna operates an emergency food distribution pantry and 18 food security programs with 25 community partners in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
• Barbecue grills (no propane tanks)
• Bicycles and toys
Pensacola’s oldest run takes place Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 7 a.m. at Bayview Park.
The Bayou Hills Run is the official City of Pensacola 5K and 10K Championship races. The overall male and female winners in each age division will be recognized at a Pensacola City Council meeting following the race.
The 5K and 10K courses take runners through the scenic East Hill neighborhood, along Bayou Texar, and among towering oaks and challenging hills.
A post-race party will include food, drinks and music along Bayou Texar. The park
Tires
• Old paint and paint cans
Items not eligible for removal include:
Building materials (concrete, bricks, blocks, roofing, drywall or more than one cubic yard of lumber)
• Household or pool chemicals
• Herbicides or pesticides
• Explosives or ammunition
• Auto parts
Dirt or sod
• Propane tanks
• Garbage or yard trash
Please keep tires and paint cans separate from all other debris. Do not place piles under low-hanging lines or near poles, fences or mailboxes.
Through the Mayor's Neighborhood Cleanup program, all city neighborhoods have a cleanup once a year, from January through October. In addition to Sanitation Services collecting items left at the curb, Code Enforcement conducts a sweep of the cleanup area and addresses any code violations.
includes playgrounds and pavilions for kids and families.
Registration fees are $55 for the 10K, $45 for the 5K, and $15 for the Kids Run. Registration and event information for the Bayou Hills Run can be found online.
Pensacola Sports is a 501(c)(3) organization and proceeds from the Bayou Hills Run support many community events including the High School All-Star Series, Senior Scholar Athlete Awards Banquet, Annual Awards Banquet, Racquet Roundup and many more. Funds also help fund the Pensacola
RAY PALMER TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE SPORTS ETA HALL OF FAME
Sports ETA announced that Ray Palmer, President and CEO of Pensacola Sports, will be inducted into the Sports ETA Hall of Fame during the organization’s annual Symposium on April 22, 2026 in Las Vegas. The Sports ETA Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Albuquerque Sports Commission.
The Sports ETA Hall of Fame recognizes individuals whose careers have made a lasting impact on the sports events and tourism industry through leadership, innovation and service.
Palmer has spent more than two decades leading the growth of sports tourism along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Since joining Pensacola Sports as executive director in 2002 and later becoming president and CEO, he has guided the organization through a period of unprecedented expansion focused on event management, sports tourism development and community engagement.
Under Palmer’s leadership, Pensacola Sports has expanded its portfolio to include high school all-star series competitions, firefighter games, open water swimming events, fishing tournaments and numerous collegiate championships. Major events secured during his tenure include the Sun Belt Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships and the SEC Women’s Soccer Championship, along with community awards programs, scholarships and youth initiatives that strengthen the region’s sports ecosystem. Palmer has also played a key leadership role within Sports ETA, serving as Chairman of the Board and contributing to numerous committees that have helped shape the future of the sports events and tourism industry.
“Ray Palmer has dedicated his career to demonstrating how sports events can elevate a community and create lasting economic and civic impact,” said John David, President and CEO of Sports ETA. “Through his leadership at Pensacola Sports and his service to
Sports ETA, Ray has helped grow our industry and inspire destinations across the country to think bigger about the role sports can play in their community.”
“Just to have been considered to join the other 24 members of the SportsETA Hall of Fame is special — being selected is an amazing honor,” said Palmer.
A lifelong resident of Pensacola, Palmer is also widely recognized for his civic leadership and community service. He is a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International, a recipient of the Florida Sports Leadership Award, and a member of numerous regional boards and committees. In 2026, he was named for the third time to the Inweekly Power List, recognizing the 100 most influential people in the Pensacola region. Known for his enthusiastic advocacy of his hometown, Palmer frequently describes Pensacola as the “Western Gate to the Sunshine State,” proudly promoting the destination and its quality of life to visitors and event organizers from around the country.
About Sports ETA
Sports ETA is the only trade association dedicated to the sports events and tourism industry. The organization serves more than 750 member organizations and over 2,400 sports event professionals and provides education, networking opportunities, and industry leadership to support the growth and integrity of sports tourism worldwide.
About Pensacola Sports
Pensacola Sports is one of the oldest sports associations/commissions in the United States, beginning in 1955. Today, Pensacola Sports manages or assists in numerous events a year throughout the Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa County areas, and is the lead sports tourism agency for Escambia County. Pensacola Sports is dedicated to building a better community through sport. Be Moved!
BOOK FESTIVAL TRANSFORMS BAYVIEW PARK INTO A FULLSCALE LITERARY EXPERIENCE FOR BOOKLOVERS AND FAMILIES
Grab your TBR list, your book bag, a few haiku, and even the kids for Books By the Bay, a free activity-filled book festival, March 28 in Pensacola. Emerald Coast Writers, nonprofit sponsor of the free event, encourages attendees to come to interact—talk with authors, discover new books, compete in the haiku slam, write “Post Cards Home,” join in a scavenger hunt, and enter the book club challenge. Booklovers can also listen to bestselling authors, watch staged readings, see a bit of Shakespeare and shop among 100-plus booksellers and literary-themed exhibitors.
The festival’s new location at Bayview Park (2001 E. Lloyd) offers space for a variety of indoor and outdoor literary adventures. The daylong event covers a portion of the park’s grounds and occupies two buildings, Bayview Community Center and Bayview Senior Resource Center.
Inside Bayview Community Center and throughout the park, authors from 22 states and two countries will showcase titles ranging from cozy mystery to fantasy, nonfiction to romance. Featured speaker Kyla Zhao, bestselling author of May the Best Player Win , will present an author’s talk and children’s workshop in the senior center. The African American Heritage Readers’ Ensemble and musicians will perform on stage, followed by nonfiction author Dr. Forest Issac Jones of Virginia, who will discuss the influence of the 1965 Montgomery to Selma march on the 1969 Belfast to Derry, Ireland march. Fifteen selected authors will deliver 15-minute readings from their latest books, and Pensacola High School theater students will perform scenes from Shakespeare.
Collegians from Pensacola State and University of West Florida will compete in
the first
“Battle of the Bay” literary showdown, with teams offering their best poetry, nonfiction and flash fiction before a panel of celebrity judges. Past Poet Laureate of Northwest Florida Katherine Nelson-Born is facilitating a haiku slam for competitors who sign up the day of the festival.
New this year is the Adult Scavenger Hunt Raffle. In it, participants explore each festival area for "books" with fun facts about Emerald Coast authors. After collecting all eight stamps, they return for a chance to win one of several literary-themed gift baskets.
The Book Club Challenge invites book club members to enter a drawing for a chance to win a basket of books from participating authors. A children’s scavenger hunt, provided by Highlights, includes prizes for participants. Escambia County 4-H students will lead children in creating spring crafts. Children’s authors will showcase their books in the senior center and present “story time” in the kid’s activity room.
To help festival goers plan their day's events in advance, the festival schedule and program is online. Volunteers, over age 16, are welcome. To volunteer, complete the form at booksbythebay.info or email the address booksbythebayfest@gmail.com
Books by the Bay, the largest literary event in Northwest Florida, is sponsored by the all-volunteer nonprofit organization, Emerald Coast Writers. Funding for this program was provided through a grant from Florida Humanities with funds from the Jacarlene Foundation. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities or the Jacarlene Foundation.
FPL EXPANDS SCHOLARSHIP
Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is expanding scholarship opportunities for high school seniors passionate about STEM. The company is now offering three scholarships: two $20,000 awards for students who participated in FIRST, VEX, or B.E.S.T robotics programs and one $5,000 scholarship for a student involved in Drones in School.
"We're thrilled to expand our scholarship programs for eligible high school seniors," said Kate Cotner, FPL director of community engagement. "Robotics and drones offer fantastic opportunities for students to build critical skills in problem-solving, teamwork and innovation—all essential in today's fastchanging world. By supporting these programs, we're investing in the future and empowering the next generation of STEM leaders."
FPL offers this unique opportunity to three deserving high school seniors. These scholarships will support the recipients in pursuing higher education in a STEMrelated field, ensuring they receive the necessary resources to succeed in their academic journey.
"This scholarship was extremely beneficial for both myself and my family," said Umair Kazi, the 2025 recipient of FPL's Robotics Scholarship. "It allowed me to attend Georgia Tech out of state, which I absolutely love. I'm very grateful."
FPL's Robotics and Drones in School scholarship applications are open to all public and private high school seniors across FPL's service area.
Robotics Scholarship Eligibility:
• Must have participated in the FIRST, B.E.S.T or VEX robotics program for a minimum of two years and must have completed within the last two years.
• Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or fouryear college, university or vocationaltechnical school for the entire 2026-2027 academic year.
• Must pursue a degree in engineering, information management or other approved STEM related program.
• Must be in good standing with their robotics club and provide a letter of
recommendation from the robotics coach or teacher.
• Have a minimum weighted grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).
Drones in School Scholarship Eligibility:
• Must have participated in the “Drones in Schools” program for a minimum of two years, with the completion occurring within the last two years.
• Plan to enroll in a post-secondary vocational, technical, trade school program or 2–4-year college/university for the entire 2026-27 academic year.
• Pursue a degree, license, or certification in aviation, trade, or vocation.
• Must be in good standing with their drone club and provide a letter of recommendation from the drone coach or teacher.
• No minimum GPA required. Interested students can submit applications at FPL.com/Education under STEM Grants and Scholarships. The application period is now open and closes April 13, 2026. About Florida Power & Light Company As America's largest electric utility, Florida Power & Light Company serves more customers and sells more power than any other utility, providing clean, affordable, reliable electricity to more than 6 million accounts, or approximately 12 million people. FPL operates one of the most fuel efficient and cleanest power generation fleets in the U.S and in 2022 won the ReliabilityOne® National Reliability Award for the seventh time in the last ten years. The company was also recognized by Escalent in 2022 as one of the most trusted U.S. electric utilities for the ninth consecutive year. FPL is a subsidiary of Juno Beach, Florida-based NextEra Energy, Inc. (NYSE: NEE), a clean energy company widely recognized for its efforts in sustainability, corporate responsibility, ethics and compliance, and diversity. NextEra Energy is also the parent company of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, which, together with its affiliated entities, is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage.
LAST CALL: SANTA ROSA ANIMAL
The 2026-2027 Santa Rosa County Animal Services kennel sponsorships are still available but close on Tuesday, March 31. The sponsorships are a fundraising effort to help care for animals at the shelter who are waiting for their forever homes.
“Our kennel sponsors make a direct, meaningful impact on animals who need extra medical care,” said Animal Services Chief Randy Lambert. “Thanks to the strong community response we’ve seen, we’re looking forward to another year of partnerships that truly change lives at the shelter.”
• *Gold-level sponsors will receive an SRCAS tumbler*
• Sponsorship certificate
• Surprise gift!
• 'Thank you' post on social media
Santa Rosa County Animal Services' mission is to build a society where every animal is treated with compassion; we provide humane shelter and care for the approximately 3,500 lost, displaced and victimized animals who enter our doors every year. Our services protect animals and educate the community through outreach, intervention, and enforcement.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY YOUTH CONNECTION AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Registration is now open for Escambia County's Youth Connection After School Program, providing local youth with a fun, educational, and recreational environment at several Escambia County community centers.
The program is open to Escambia County youth ages 5-13, with registration available now until Friday, April 17. Limited spaces are available.
How to Register:
• Visit MyEscambia.com/afterschool.
• Download an application.
• Complete the application and submit it via email by the April 17 deadline.
Registration Requirements: Completed registration application and $75 registration fee ($35 for each additional child); or
• Completed scholarship application with proof of income to have the registration fee waived
This year's Youth Connection After School Program will take place from Aug. 13 through the end of the school year, MondayFriday from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the following community centers: Brownsville Community Center, 3200 W. De Soto St.
• Ebonwood Community Center, 3511 W. Scott St.
• Marie K. Young-Wedgewood Community Center, 6405 Wagner Road
The Youth Connection After School Program will offer fun and educational activities including academic enrichment, arts and crafts, sports and fitness, educational and nutritional programs, drama and cultural activities, and more. After school program participants will also receive homework help and tutoring during their time in the program.
PENSACOLA NAVAL OFFICERS
RECOGNIZED FOR VOLUNTEER WORK IN THE COMMUNITY
Thirty-five student naval aviators, assigned to Naval Aviation Schools Command (NASC) received the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM) in a ceremony aboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola March 10.
Captain Ronald Rumfelt, Commander, Naval Aviation Schools Command, presented the awards on behalf of Rear Adm. Matthew Pottenburgh, commander, Naval Service Training Command (NSTC). The medals recognized the students’ contributions to Operation CHOMP (Conquer Hardships) and Own My Potential at Escambia High School.
CHOMP pairs junior officers awaiting flight instruction at NASC with students at the school for tutoring in mathematics.
“The students have demonstrated remarkable growth in both their mathematical skills and confidence,” Escambia High School Principal Dr. Dana Boddy said. “This helps them succeed in math classes and will have a lasting, positive impact on their overall academic achievement. Often, our students are so engaged and focused, when working with the volunteers, that many want to continue learning, even after the bell rings.”
Since the program began, NASC students have accumulated more than 350 volunteer service hours.
Ensign Zachary Jon Linder, a native of Des Moines, Iowa, is one of the volunteers. In addition to tutoring, he volunteered his time assisting the school’s swimming team.
“Growing up, I was lucky to have strong mentors and role models to look up to in both
school and sports,” Linder said. “The Navy not only allows me to pursue my dream of becoming a Naval Aviator, but also the opportunity to share my experiences and be that role model to the next generation.”
The MOVSM recognizes service members who perform substantial volunteer service to the community, beyond the scope of their official duties.
NASC, located at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Florida, provides foundational education in technical training, character development, professional leadership and prepares U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, partner nation officers and enlisted students to be combat-ready aviation professionals, delivering them at the right time in the right numbers, to meet the operational needs of their respective services.
NSTC oversees 98 percent of the Navy’s officer and enlisted accessions. NSTC, headquartered at Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois, is the Foundry of America’s Fighting Force. NSTC transforms America’s sons and daughters into service professionals through Recruit Training Command, Officer Training Command-Newport, and the Naval Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
Additionally, NSTC leads the NJROTC citizenship development program, which instills leadership, character and civic responsibility in high school students globally, including at Escambia.
For more information about NASC and NSTC, visit online at netc.navy.mil/NASC/ or netc.navy.mil/NSTC/.
2026 SPRING FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS
UF/IFAS and Pensacola State College Milton Campus invite the public to attend one of the largest festivals of the season, drawing plant enthusiasts from across the region. The festival features local plant nurseries, rare plant vendors, UF student club plant sales, arts & crafts, great food, a chance to discover one-ofa-kind plants, and educational opportunities to raise money for scholarships, student field trips, and vital educational opportunities for students.
The Spring Festival of Flowers is scheduled for these dates:
• Friday, Apr. 10, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
• Saturday, Apr. 11, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
• Sunday, Apr. 12, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
This event is outdoors (rain or shine), FREE to the public, and handicap accessible at UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center and Pensacola State College Milton Campus, 5988 Highway 90 in Milton.
CYBER WARRIORS SHARPEN SKILLS DURING ANNUAL MOBEX
Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Pensacola hosted 20 Sailors from Navy Reserve Commander, U.S. 10th Fleet Cyber Protection Team (CPT) Pensacola and their active-duty counterparts during a Mobilization Exercise (MOBEX) at Corry Station, January 2026.
The two-week training evolution was designed to translate classroom instruction into operational readiness. First Class Petty Officer Hafley, CPT training team lead with NIOC Pensacola, who spearheaded development of the training and exercise, explained the guiding philosophy behind the event.
"The objective was clear: bridge the gap between training and operations," Hafley said. "By aligning every lab with specific Joint Qualification Requirements, we ensured our Sailors gained the exact technical proficiency needed to defend the network on day one."
The hands-on methodology prepared the team for the exercise's culmination: a full-spectrum, simulated real-world cyber defense scenario. The high-pressure event
TILLY AND LATTANZI CROWNED CHAMPIONS AT THE INAUGURAL WASZP ALL-STARS INVITATIONAL BOTH TAKE HOME A $5,000 CASH PRIZE
Pensacola delivered champagne conditions for the final showdown of the inaugural WASZP All-Stars Invitational. In a dramatic shift on the leaderboard, Australia’s Louis Tilly surged to the top to claim the Men’s title, while USA’s Pearl Lattanzi successfully defended her lead to secure the Women’s crown. Both athletes walk away with a $5,000 prize and the honor of being the first-ever All-Stars Invitational Champions. What is the All-Stars Invitational?
The WASZP All-Stars Invitational is an elite, invitation-only event bringing together the top-ranked WASZP sailors from around the globe. Eight men and seven womenselected purely on merit - go head-to-head in short, high-intensity sprint races. With no discards allowed, the format demands absolute consistency; every single result counts toward the final trophy.
Men’s Fleet - Tilly’s Tactical Masterclass
The final day showcased the level of the fleet. With the "Delta" flag displayed at 7 a.m., the Men’s fleet hit the water at first light to maximise a perfect weather window. Racing began at 8 a.m. sharp in a punctual, highvelocity breeze.
Spain’s Pablo Astiazaran opened the day with a statement, winning the first two races, followed by bullets from Gavin Ball (USA) and Hippolyte Gruet (FRA). However, the narrative shifted in the final hour. Louis Tilly (AUS), the reigning Asia-Pacific Champion, delivered a clinical finish by winning the last two races of the regatta. His composure under pressure allowed him to leapfrog the competition and secure the overall title and the US $5,000 top prize.
"It’s a massive game of snakes and ladders out there. In this format with no drops, it’s just all about fighting for every point. With all these good sailors, everything’s on the line and the extra cash prize just makes it so intense. You have to push hard for everything, and that was shown out on the water."
Women’s Fleet - Lattanzi Holds Firm
In the Women’s fleet, Pearl Lattanzi (USA) started exactly where she left off yesterday, taking the bullet in the first race of the morning. While the competition was fierce, with Bridget Conrad (AUS) and Grace Poole (CAN) each
claiming two race wins during the six-race session, the massive points cushion Lattanzi built on Day 1 proved insurmountable.
Lattanzi’s consistency across the twoday event earned her the inaugural title and $5,000, cementing her status as the benchmark for female foiling following her 2025 WASZP Games victory.
Lattanzi stated, "Today was a bit of a simpler racecourse because we had wind the whole time. Everyone had an equal opportunity to foil; it was just managing your lane. The laylines come up very, very quickly when it's a bit heavier like that, so a strength of mine today was picking those correct laylines and being on my targets. I think that was probably the key to success."
Champions Crowned in Pensacola
The champions will be crowned at the American Magic performance and innovation centre in Pensacola - SailGP's first long-term training base, purpose-built to support yearround performance and technical development. It's a strong connection for WASZP sailors in the All Stars Invitational, with recognition taking place at a facility dedicated to developing the sport’s next generation of talent. WASZP All-Stars: The Ultimate Showcase of Speed and Spirit
The inaugural WASZP All-Stars has been a resounding success, proving that when you combine world-class talent with a high-stakes, spectator-friendly format, the results are electric. From the 7:30 AM cold-weather starts to the 'snakes and ladders' drama of the no-drop racing, this showcased the incredible caliber and resilience of these athletes. Beyond the intense competition and the history-making prize pool, the event highlighted exactly what makes the WASZP class so special: a community that is as professional and cutting-edge as it is welcoming and fun. As the Class prepares to celebrate its 10th anniversary, the All-Stars has set a thrilling new gold standard for the future of foiling. Coming up:
The 2026 WASZP Games are coming up in Pensacola, Florida, from March 22nd to March 28th. The Swarm will race at one of the world's most sought-after foiling venues, in what’s going to be the biggest one-design foiling event in history for North America.
tested the integrated team's ability to detect, counter and neutralize sophisticated digital threats in real time.
"MOBEX January 2026 was designed to forge a single, integrated cyber defense force between active and reserve components," Cyber Protection Team Operations Chief Warrant Officer 3 Pair said. "By training side-by-side in a realistic environment, we build the muscle memory and trust required for seamless integration. This exercise proves our model is creating a ready, lethal and proficient total force."
A key outcome of the exercise was the full qualification of three Sailors in advanced cyber work roles. Completion of MOBEX January 2026 ensures the Navy has a deeper bench of cyber professionals ready to protect critical information systems and command and control infrastructure. The qualifications earned by these three Sailors further enhances CPT Pensacola’s readiness and capacity to respond effectively if activated in support of operational requirements.
ESCAMBIA COUNTY SEEKS VOLUNTEER FOR OPIOID
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board, which will include utilizing information, data and projections provided by the Opioid Taskforce. The appointee should have experience with law enforcement, fire rescue, substance abuse treatment or other relevant experience, to be appointed for a two-year term.
Escambia residents interested in serving on the Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board are asked to submit their resume by 5 p.m. Friday, March 27.
Resumes should be submitted via email or mailed to:
Jose Gochez, County Administration Operations Manager
Escambia County Board of County Commissioners
221 Palafox Place, Pensacola, FL 32502
Please be aware that resumes submitted to a BCC agenda for consideration will become part of the official meeting minutes and are subject to public records requests.
The Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board shall meet regularly and as often as needed to effectuate its responsibilities, but no less than semi-annually and on a schedule which allows the Opioid Taskforce to provide the data compiled for and arising out of its semiannual meeting to the Opioid Abatement Funding Advisory Board for review and consideration.
HANCOCK WHITNEY BANK NAMED 2026 FINANCIAL LITERACY PARTNER OF PENSACOLA PARKS
Hancock Whitney Bank has been named the 2026 Financial Literacy Partner of Pensacola Parks and Recreation, expanding access to financial education for youth in Out-ofSchool Time programs and for the broader community through Movies in the Park.
As part of the partnership, Hancock Whitney Bank will deliver eighteen financial literacy sessions to children enrolled in the City’s after-school and summer camp programs. These interactive, age-appropriate lessons will focus on saving, budgeting, goal setting, and smart financial decision-making, with financial literacy integrated directly into program curriculum.
Beyond the classroom, the bank will serve as Title Sponsor of the 2026 Hancock Whitney Movies in the Park series, scheduled for May 30, June 13, July 18, and August 1, with a rain date of August 15. Each event will feature an interactive banking game where attendees can earn “Cinema Cash” to spend at the Movie Store or save for future events, reinforcing real-world financial concepts in a fun, family-friendly environment.
“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to equipping youth and families with practical financial skills,” said Tonya Byrd, Director of Pensacola Parks and Recreation. “By extending financial education into both structured programs and large-scale community events, we are creating opportunities for learning that reach far beyond the classroom.”
“Helping people achieve financial success has always been at the heart of who we are,” says Bruce Vredenburg, Northwest Florida Market President for Hancock Whitney. “By partnering with Pensacola Parks and Recreation to bring real-world financial education into after-school and summer programs, we’re helping students build the skills and confidence they need to navigate life’s opportunities. This is an investment in their future, and in the future of the community we proudly serve.”
Together, Hancock Whitney Bank and Pensacola Parks and Recreation are strengthening financial confidence across the community, from camp classrooms to lawn chairs at Movies in the Park.
Country 98.7, Pensacola’s locally owned and operated radio station has won the 2026 ACM Radio Station of the Year Award from the Academy of Country Music (ACM). The announcement was made yesterday in Nashville by the Academy of Country Music at the annual Country Radio Seminar. Cat Country 98.7 previously received the award five times for ACM Radio Station of the Year in 2005, 2008, 2010, 2019, and 2022. The winners of the 61st Annual ACM Awards will be honored at the Academy of
Country Music Awards show on May 17 th , 2026, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. "Our Cat Country 98.7 team’s dedication to our communities has always been our main priority and it’s deeply satisfying when that commitment is recognized. To receive the ACM Station of the Year for these efforts is humbling and energizing for everyone here.We are equally thrilled for our listener family; we all share this honor." -Mary Hoxeng – General Manager, Owner, WYCT, Cat Country 98.7.
Legals
Notice of Sale
IN THE CIRCUIT CIVIL COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION
NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, vs.
UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES OF DAPHNE M CLAYTON, DECEASED, BERNADETTE CLAYTON, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF DAPHNE M CLAYTON, BERNADETTE CLAYTON, AS KNOWN HEIR OF DAPHNE M CLAYTON, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DAPHNE M. CLAYTON, MARCUS POINTE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., CITY OF PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF BERNADETTE CLAYTON, AND UNKNOWN TENANTS/OWNERS, Defendants.
Case No. 17-2024-CA-000638 DivisionF NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Final Judgment of Foreclosure for Plaintiff entered in this cause on March 6, 2026, in the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, Pam Childers, Clerk of Circuit Court, Escambia County, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell the property situated in Escambia County, Florida described as:
LOT 9, BLOCK “L”, MARCUS POINTE SUBDIVISION, FIRST ADDITION, ACCORDING TO PLAT THEREOF
RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 14 PAGE 57 OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA. and commonly known as: 3005 KNOTTY PINE DR, PENSACOLA, FL 32505; including the building, appurtenances, and fixtures located therein, at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, online at www. escambia.realforeclose.com, on April 22, 2026 at 11:00 A.M..
Any persons claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens must file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus as unclaimed.
Dated: March 12, 2026
By: /s/ Joseph Paggi Joseph Paggi Attorney for Plaintiff 2WR3/18-3/25NOS
IN THE CIRCUIT CIVIL COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION
NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, vs. CHASE NOLAN BLAND A/K/A CHASE BLAND, KOBY WAYNE BLAND, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF CHASE NOLAN BLAND A/K/A CHASE BLAND, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF KOBY WAYNE BLAND, AND UNKNOWN TENANTS/ OWNERS, Defendants.
Case No. 2025-CA-000256 Division NOTICE OF SALE
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Final Judgment of Foreclosure for Plaintiff entered in this cause on March 4, 2026, in the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, Pam Childers, Clerk of Circuit Court, Escambia County, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell the property situated in Escambia County, Florida described as: LOT 16, BLOCK “L”, SCENIC HILLS COUNTRY CLUB SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF A PORTION OF SECTION 5 AND 6, TOWNSHIP I SOUTH, RANGE 30 WEST, ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 4, PAGE(S) 77, OF THE PUBLIC RECORDS OF SAID COUNTY. and commonly known as: 8889 SCENIC HILLS DR, PENSACOLA, FL 32514; including the building, appurtenances, and fixtures located therein, at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, online at www.escambia. realforeclose.com, on April 21, 2026 at 11:00 A.M..
Any persons claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property owner as of the date of the lis pendens
Notice to Creditors IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA. PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: The Estate of OLGA JOHANSON, Deceased.
CASE NO.: 2026-CP-000032 DIVISION:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS (Formal Administration)
TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE:
The administration of the estate of OLGA JOHANSON, deceased, whose date of death was March 8, 2025, and whose social security number is XXX-XX-6790, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITH THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this Notice is March 18, 2026.
Attorney and Personal Representative Giving Notice:
/s/ Steven E. Gurian . STEVEN E. GURIAN, ESQ., Attorney for Personal Representative EASY ESTATE PROBATE, PLLC 2601 South Bayshore Drive, 18th Floor Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Tel: 1-833-973-3279
Fax: 1-833-927-3279
E-mail: SG@EasyEstateProbate.com
Florida Bar No. 101511
/s/ Glen Johanson GLEN JOHANSON, As Personal Representative
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: Estate of THOMAS E. KANE, Deceased.
Case No. 2026-CP-000385 Division: “U”
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the Estate of THOMAS E. KANE, deceased (the “Decedent”), whose date of death was February 4, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Escambia County Clerk of Court, Attn: Probate Division, 190 W. Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorneys are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATHIS BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is March 25, 2026.
ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL
REPRESENTATIVE
RICHARD N. SHERRILL
Florida Bar No.: 172812
KATHERINE WU
Florida Bar No.: 1049565
CLARK PARTINGTON
125 East Intendencia Street
Pensacola, FL 32502
Telephone: (850) 434-9200
Fax: (850) 208-7100
E-mail: rsherrill@clarkpartington.com
kwu@clarkpartington.com
Attorneys for Petitioner
PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE
TIMOTHY D. KANE
1201 N 9th Ave. Pensacola, FL 32501
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: The Estate of LISA MARIE RICEHOUSE a/k/a
LISA M. RICEHOUSE a/k/a, LISA RICEHOUSE Deceased.
Case No. 2026-CP-0049
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of LISA MARIE RICEHOUSE a/k/a LISA M. RICEHOUSE a/k/a LISA RICEHOUSE, deceased, whose date of death was November 2, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd., Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in sections 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made as specified under section 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
/s/ Amy P. Slaman AMY P. SLAMAN Florida Bar No. 92052 CLARK PARTINGTON 4100 Legendary Drive, Suite 200 Destin, FL 32541 Phone: (850) 650-3304 P/E: aslaman@clarkpartington.com S/E: hpascoe@clarkpartington.com
Attorney for Personal Representative
MIRANDA CHANDLER 602 Lake Bridge Drive Lake Dallas, TX 75065 Personal Representative
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF BARBARA JEAN OTNES, Deceased.
File No. 2026-CP-326 Division
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of BARBARA JEAN OTNES, deceased, whose date of death was January 6, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for ESCAMBIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Kerry Anne Schultz
Personal Representative: James Byron Walker, Jr. 201 Pensacola Beach Road, Unit B21 Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF: MALCOLM D. HARGRAVE DECEASED.
FILE NO: 2025 CP 697
PROBATE DIVISION:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of MALCOLM D. HARGRAVE, Deceased, File Number 2025 CP 697 is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida. The names and addresses of the personal representative is set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must filed their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
The date of the first publication of this Notice is March 19, 2026.
/s/ SAMANTHA DRAPER
Personal Representative 5308 Sussex Lane, Pace, Florida 32571
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF: ENA RUTH NEWBERRY DECEASED.
FILE NO: 2025 CP 001302 DIVISION:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of ENA RUTH NEWBERRY, Deceased, File Number 2025 CP 001302, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must filed their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
TWO (2) YEARS
The date of the first publication of this Notice is March 25, 2026.
/s/ Cheryl Cutts CHERYL CUTTS Personal Representative
/s/ Amy Logan Sliva AMY LOGAN SLIVA SLIVA LAW FIRM, LLC Florida Bar No: 394793 313 West Gregory Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 (850) 438-6603 (850) 438-1985 Fax amysliva@slivalawfirm.com
Attorney for Personal Representative 2WR3/25-4/1NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANCIS LOWELL ARCHER, Deceased.
File Number: 2025 CP 001091 Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Francis Lowell Archer, deceased, whose date of death was June 13, 2024, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, File Number: 2025 CP 001091, the address of which is 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, FL 32502.
The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons, who have claims or demands against decedents estate, including un-matured, contingent or un-liquidated claims, and who have been served a copy of this notice, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE TO THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons who have claims or demands against the decedent’s estate, including un-matured, contingent or un-liquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIMS FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DEATH IS BARRED.
FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS: March 18, 2026.
Personal Representative: Clifford L. Archer 12181 Charles Foster Road Baker, FL 32531
Attorney for Personal Representative: J. Rod Cameron, Esquire J. ROD CAMERON, PLLC Florida Bar No.: 83224 5089 Highway 90 Pace, FL 32571 (850) 995-8640 jrod@jrodcameron.com 2WR3/18-3/25NTC
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF ALEX FRANK TIDWELL, Deceased.
Case No.: 2025-CP-460 Division: D
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The Administration of the estate of Alex Frank Tidwell, deceased, whose date of death was August 8, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida, 32583. The name and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with the court ON OR BEFORE THE ATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DEATH OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF
the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
Personal Representative: Joseph
PUBLIC NOTICES
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED
TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
Personal Representative: Joseph P. Elliott 6309 Willard Norris Road Milton, Florida 32570
Attorney for Personal Representative: Angela J. Jones
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF FRANCIS JOEL PATRELLE, Deceased.
File No. 26000054CPMXAX Division:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Francis Joel Patrelle, deceased, whose date of death was 12/27/2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, File No. 26000054CPMXAX, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, FL 32583. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the Decedent’s death by the Decedent or the Decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.
All creditors of the Decedent and other persons, having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served, must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE IS March 18, 2026.
The administration of the estate of BILLY JOE DANIEL A/K/A BILLY DANIEL A/K/A BILL DANIEL, deceased, whose date of death was February 7, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for ESCAMBIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Government St., Pensacola, FL 32501. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON RO BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statues, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 25, 2026.
Attorney for Personal Representative:
/s/ Kimberly S. Sullivan Kimberly S. Sullivan, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 101408 Coastal Probate Trust & Elder Law 4400 Baoyou Blvd., Suite 4 Pensacola, FL 32503 Telephone: (850) 434-2761
E-Mail: kimberly@planwithcoastal.com
Secondary E-Mail: lynn@planwithcoastal.com
Personal Representative:
/s/ Anne E. Daniel ANNE E. DANIEL 211 Swift Creek Dr. Cantonment, Florida 32533
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF TINA MARIE ERGOTT Deceased.
File No. 2026 CP 68 Division
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Tina Marie Ergott, deceased, whose date of death was October 7, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government St. Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF SUSAN ELAINE DOBBS Deceased.
File No. 2026-CP-000228 Division U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Susan Elaine Dobbs, deceased, whose date of death was December 1, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 25, 2026.
Personal Representative: Larry Edgar 2167 Pineview Church Road Jay, Florida 32565
Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar J. Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF LISA JERNIGAN Deceased.
File No. 2026-CP-248 Division U
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Lisa Jernigan, deceased, whose date of death was January 19, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 25, 2026.
Personal Representative: Ann Tipton PO Box 634 Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia 30571
Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar J. Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com
Florida Bar No. 15455
Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones PA 4557 Chumuckla Highway Pace, Florida 32571
Telephone: (850) 995-1102
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF BETTY PADGETT BRYAN, Deceased.
File No. 2026 CP 355 Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The administration of the estate of Betty Padgett Bryan, deceased, whose date of death was January 17, 2026, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.
All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.
All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.
The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the Clerk.
ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.
NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.
The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
Attorney for Personal Representative: Jason A. Waddell
Florida Bar Number: 529362
Waddell Law Firm 4317 Spanish Trail Pensacola, FL 32504
Telephone: (850) 434-8500 Fax: (850) 434-0971
E-Mail: jaw@waddell.law
Secondary E-Mail: jawpara@waddell.law
Personal Representative: Matthew Edward Bryan 1611 Hunters Creek Drive Cantonment, FL 32533
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Notice of Action
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA CIVIL DIVISION
IN RE: FORFEITURE OF: ELEVEN THOUSAND TWENTY DOLLARS AND 00/100 ($11,020.00) UNITED STATES CURRENCY
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action pursuant to the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act has been filed by Chip W. Simmons, Sheriff of Escambia County, on the following property: Eleven Thousand Twenty Dollars and 00/100 ($11,020.00) United States Currency; one (1) rose gold and white stone watch; and one (1) silver tone necklace with white stones and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Laura Young, Esq., attorney for Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, whose address is 1700 W. Leonard St., Pensacola, FL 32501, on or before April 6, 2026, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Plaintiff’s Attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.
DATED this 23rd day of February, 2026. PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THIS COURT
Russell Long DEPUTY CLERK
Laura D. Young, Esq.
Laura D. Young, Esquire Escambia County Sheriff’s Office 1700 West Leonard Street Pensacola, FL 32501 (850) 436-9515 FL Bar #0099369 4WR3/4-3/25NOA
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
JM OFF MARKET PROPERTIES LLC, Plaintiff,
v.
DALE W. WHEELUS, ESTATE OF DALE W. WHEELUS, UNKOWN HEIRS OF DALE W. WHEELUS, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DALE W. WHEELUS, SONYA C. WHEELUS, ESTATE OF SONYA C. WHEELUS, UNKOWN HEIRS OF SONYA C. WHEELUS, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SONYA C. WHEELUS, and DONNIE R. WHITE, Defendants.
CASE NO.: 2025-CA-001963
DIVISION: NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: DALE W. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
ESTATE OF DALE W. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF DALE W. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF DALE W. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
SONYA C. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
ESTATE OF SONYA C. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
UNKNOWN HEIRS OF SONYA C. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF SONYA C. WHEELUS 4911 KINNEAR AVE. PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32506
YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to quiet title on the following property in Escambia County, Florida:
THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LAND, SITUATE, LYING, AND BEING IN ESCMABIA COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO WIT:
Lot 12 and the West 15 feet of Lot 13, Block 4, Fourth Addition to Pinehurst, a subdivision of a portion of Section 34, Township 2 South, Range 30 West, Escambia County. Florida. according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 3, Page 16, of the Public Records of said County.
has been filed against you and that you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on The Law Office of C.W. Wickersham, Jr., P.A., Plaintiff’s attorney, at 2720 Park Street, Suite 205, Jacksonville, Florida, 32205, Phone Number: (904) 3896202, not less than 28 days of the first date of publication of this Notice, and file the original with the Clerk of this Court, at 190 W. Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502 before service on Plaintiff or immediately thereafter. If you fail to do so, a Default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
DATED this 27th day of Jan. 2026
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN,
DIVISION
The date of first publication of this notice is March 18, 2026.
Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ William A. Brightwell IV William A. Brightwell IV
The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.
ONE (1) ROSE GOLD AND WHITE STONE WATCH
ONE (1) SILVER TONE NECKLACE WITH WHITE STONES
CASE NO: 2025 CA 000264 DIVISION: E
NOTICE OF ACTION
TO: XAVIER RANALDSON
PAM CHILDERS, CLERK & COMPTROLLER. Clerk of the Circuit Court
By: /s/ As Deputy Clerk
4WR3/11-4/1NOA
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That IDE
TECHNOLOGIES INC holder of Tax Certificate No. 05531,
For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
By: Emily Hogg
By: Emily Hogg
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of ESTA JONES EST OF Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of April, which is the 1st day of April 2026.
Dated this 11th day of March 2026.
For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
1WR3/25TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That IDE TECHNOLOGIES INC holder of Tax Certificate No. 06531, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2023 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: BEG AT
OF
5 UNRECORDED S/D OR 7409 P 210 SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 3 N, RANGE 31 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 121137248 (0426-04)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of DAVID SHAUN HURST
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of April, which is the 1st day of April 2026.
Dated this 19th day of February 2026.
For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
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SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 1 N, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 110531395 (0426-05)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of EST OF AMOS E MORRIS
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of April, which is the 1st day of April 2026.
Dated this 19th day of February 2026.
For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR3/4-3/25TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That IDE
TECHNOLOGIES INC holder of Tax
Certificate No. 04855, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2023 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit:
LT 8 BLK 96 BEACH HAVEN PLAT DB 46 P 51 OR 7279 P 1457 SEC 54/35 T2S R30/31W
SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 2 S, RANGE 31 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 100721300 (0426-06)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of
ROBERTO CARLOS ESPINAL and NILSA M MELENDEZ
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of April, which is the 1st day of April 2026.
Dated this 19th day of February 2026.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR3/4-3/25TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That IDE TECHNOLOGIES INC holder of Tax Certificate No. 00603, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2023 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: BEG AT NE COR OF LT 5 S ALG E LI OF LT 990 FT W 1429 FT FOR POB CONTINUE SAME COURSE 50 FT S 150 FT E 50 FT N 150 FT TO POB OR 1747 P 126/128 LESS OR 406 P 37 COUNTY RD R/W
SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 1 S, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 021405000 (0426-07)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of SAMUEL E BROWN and HATTIE D BROWN
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the property described therein will be sold to the highest bidder at public auction at 10:00 A.M. on the first Wednesday in the month of April, which is the 1st day of April 2026.
Dated this 19th day of February 2026. For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
By: Emily Hogg Deputy Clerk
4WR3/4-3/25TD
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR TAX DEED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That FIG 20 LLC holder of Tax Certificate No. 01067, issued the 1st day of June, A.D., 2023 has filed same in my office and has made application for a tax deed to be issued thereon. Said certificate embraces the following described property in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to wit: (see attached)
SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 1 S, RANGE 30 W TAX ACCOUNT NUMBER 030889700 (0326-37)
The assessment of the said property under the said certificate issued was in the name of
BRUCE M SAVAGE 10/60 INT and DARLENE SAVAGE 10/60 INT and NICOLE SAVAGE HAYES 12/60 INT and SABRINA SAVAGE 12/60 INT and DASHAWN E SCOTT 5/60 INT and DAONTAE T SCOTT 7/60 INT and DARLENE SHOAR 2/60 INT and ANGEL SAVAGE 2/60 INT
Unless said certificate shall be redeemed according to law, the
Dated this 11th day of March 2026. For information regarding the Tax Deed auction, please contact the Tax Deeds Division at 850-595-3793 or email TAXDEEDS@ESCAMBIACLERK.COM.
PAM CHILDERS CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
