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A Pensacola man has been sentenced to federal prison in a case involving identity theft and bank fraud, according to WKRG. The sentencing highlights ongoing federal prosecution of financial crimes in the Florida Panhandle. Details of the sentence length and the specific scheme have not been widely reported, but the case has drawn local attention.
- 2UWF Makes Top 10 in Regional Public School Rankings●UWF Ranks Regional Top 10 In U.S. News & World Report’s Top Public Schools
The University of West Florida has been ranked among the top 10 regional public schools in the United States in U.S. News & World Report's latest rankings. The Pensacola-based university placed eighth in its regional category, a recognition of its standing among public institutions in the South. The listing highlights UWF's continued performance in the influential annual college rankings.
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A pediatrician from Pensacola, Florida has been appointed to a federal health task force. The appointment was reported by WUSF. No further details about the doctor's identity, the specific task force, or the terms of the appointment have been made available at this time.
- 4Festa Italiana and Munson Heritage Festival headline week's events▼Festa Italiana, Munson Heritage Festival among this week's big events
The Pensacola area is preparing for a busy week of community gatherings, with Festa Italiana and the Munson Heritage Festival listed among the standout events. The roundup also points to other local activities drawing residents out this week.
- 5Escambia County tests voting equipment ahead of Election Day▼See how Escambia County tests voting equipment prior to Election Day
Escambia County, Florida, is testing its voting equipment ahead of Election Day, a standard pre-election procedure to confirm machines count ballots accurately. The Pensacola News Journal covered the process, which is typically open to the public and part of routine election preparation.
- 6Escambia County tests voting equipment before Election Day▼Watch Escambia County test voting equipment prior to Election Day
Escambia County, Florida, is conducting testing of its voting equipment ahead of Election Day, a standard pre-election procedure to confirm machines are counting ballots accurately. The testing in Pensacola was covered by local media, and election officials are inviting public attention as part of transparency measures. Similar equipment testing and election preparation steps are drawing interest as Election Day approaches across the country.
- 7Vote Opens for Pensacola News Journal Team of the Month●September's Best: Vote for the PNJ's Team of the Month
The Pensacola News Journal has opened voting for its Team of the Month honor for September, inviting readers to pick the top-performing high school team from the region's fall sports action. Fans can cast ballots online as local teams across football, volleyball and other sports compete for the recognition.
- 8First City Art Center Readies 20th Annual Pumpkin Patch▼See First City Art Center prepare for 20th Annual Pumpkin Patch
First City Art Center in Pensacola is preparing for the 20th edition of its Annual Pumpkin Patch, an event the Pensacola News Journal is previewing with a look behind the scenes. The fundraiser is a local fall tradition, and coverage highlights the preparations underway ahead of opening.
- 9West Garden shops look beyond Palafox Street in downtown Pensacola▼There's more to downtown than Palafox. West Garden shops aim to prove it
West Garden district shops in downtown Pensacola are working to show that the city's downtown scene extends beyond the well-known Palafox Street corridor. Local merchants and coverage in the region are highlighting the district's retail offering as part of an effort to draw more visitors and shoppers to the area west of the main drag.