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Baptist Health Care COVID-19 Update #44 – Hospitalizations continue to increase
The number of hospitalizations for COVID-19 at Baptist Health Care hospitals continues to increase. From July 1, 2021, to the date of this release, Baptist Health Care has treated a total of 129 patients who have been hospitalized for COVID-19. Of those, 109 reported upon admission that they were unvaccinated, which means that they have not received a COVID-19 vaccine or have received only one dose of a two-dose series. The vaccine has been shown to be safe and effective in preventing infection or
Baptist Health Care Offers Wellness Education Seminars in August 2021
PENSACOLA, Fla. (July 30, 2021) – Baptist Health Care is committed to improving the quality of life for the northwest Florida community it serves. The following free wellness education seminars will be offered in August. All seminars will be presented via Zoom video conferencing. Registration is required. To register, visit eBaptistHealthCare.org/events. For more information, call 850.469.7897. Supermarket Smarts and Label ReadingThursday, Aug. 12, noon to 1 p.m.Jessica Gilkey, Registered Dietitian, LD/N,
Baptist Health Care Offers Online Support Groups in August 2021
PENSACOLA, Fla. (July 30, 2021) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following online support groups in August to help enhance quality of life throughout the Pensacola community. More information is available by calling the phone number provided for each meeting. Weight-Loss Surgery Support GroupTuesday, Aug. 10, noon to 1 p.m.Register in advance for this online meeting by calling 850.437.8746. Patient and Family Cancer Support GroupTuesday, Aug. 10, 4 to 5 p.m.Register in advance for this online
Baptist Health Care Offers Women’s Center Parenthood Education Classes in August 2021
PENSACOLA, Fla. (July 30, 2021) – Baptist Health Care will offer the following women’s center parenthood education classes in August. These classes will be held in person with limited class size andsafety protocols in place, including masks and hand hygiene. Registration is required. To register, visit eBaptistHealthCare.org/events. Prepared Childbirth Series Monday - Thursday, Aug. 2 - 5, 6 to 8:30 p.m., $90 per series Breastfeeding Class Tuesday and Thursday, Aug. 24 and 26, 6 to 9 p.m., $20 per
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Sources of Funding for Small Businesses” – Online Webinar 7.22.21
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — Do you need assistance finding a loan or other financial assistance for your business? Have you been in business for at least one year? Then this webinar is for you! Join us August 11 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. for the online webinar, “Sources of Funding for Small Businesses”. We will provide a comprehensive overview of different loan and other financing options available to you and we will also cover what factors a bank looks for when assessing a loan package. At the end of
Florida SBDC at UWF/FWB Presents “Starting a Business” 7.22.21
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — Are you thinking about starting your own business? The Florida SBDC at UWF/FWB offers “Starting a Business” on August 12th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. In this two-hour workshop, we will take an in-depth view of your business concept and discuss the steps to a successful start: Is there a need for your product or service? Can you make money at it? Are you the right person to bring this to market? Is this business compatible with your personal goals? What rules, laws and
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Sell Online with E-Commerce Tools” – Online Webinar 7.22.21
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — Learn how to sell your products online! Join us August 18 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. We will walk through listing your products for free with Google My Business (GMB) linked to your Merchant Center account. Discover one way to sell on your website using an E-Commerce store built with Shopify. Learn about helpful Google tools which allow you to stand out online, such as Local Opportunity Finder and Grow My Store. Topics covered: adding a product using the “Products” tab in Google
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Gaining Customers and Maximizing Sales” – Online Webinar 7.22.21
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — How does your small business find customers or clients? Is your small business continually successful at winning new business? One of the biggest challenges for a business owner is finding customers to buy what you are selling. “Selling” may come with a less than pleasant connotation, but make no mistake, selling is crucial to growing your company! Join us on August 25 from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm for this one-hour session which includes relevant sales topics and a panel
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” 7.22.21
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — Have an idea for a business, but not sure where to start? Take the first step with the Florida SBDC’s “Starting a Business” workshop on August 26, from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. In this workshop, we will talk about business concepts and find answers to many of your questions: Is there a need for your product or service? Can you make money with your business idea? Is this business compatible with your goals? What rules, laws and licenses apply to your business? Attendees will learn
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Starting a Business” 7.22
PENSACOLA, FL — July 22, 2021 — You have an idea for a business. What’s the first step? Take the idea that has been forming in your head and see if you can turn it into an actual business! The Florida SBDC at UWF offers the “Starting a Business” workshop on Friday, August 27, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Attendees will learn the essentials of getting started in business: idea evaluation, legal business structures, regulations & licensing, business plan basics, finding capital and more. Location: Pensacola Chamber
New volleyball coach brings desire to win games and help shape young lives
Troy MoonPensacola State College Patricia “Patchi” Gandolfo started playing volleyball in her home country of Brazil when she was 9 years old. It was her mother’s idea and it was for the young girl’s own good.“I actually wanted to play tennis,’’ Gandolfo said. “My sister played volleyball and had a lot of friends. She was much more outgoing. I had like one friend. My Mom suggested I play a team sport to meet some other people and I did and I loved it.”Volleyball has been part of her life ever
Seashore to Conduct Lionfish Research July 24
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore will conduct lionfish research in the water west of the Fort Pickens fishing pier between sunrise to noon, Saturday, July 24, 2021. A total of four survey dives will be conducted between May and October 2021 by the Ocean Strike Team in partnership with the University of Florida Extension Program. The purpose of these surveys is to determine the extent, if any, of the lionfish within Gulf Islands National Seashore on the estuary side. With few or no
Urgent Care Physician James Henderson, M.D., Joins Baptist Medical Group
PENSACOLA, Fla. (July 23, 2021) – Baptist Medical Group is pleased to welcome board-certified urgent care physician James Henderson, M.D., to its multispecialty physician network. Dr. Henderson is a highly skilled urgent care physician who specializes in providing care for those who are faced with non-life-threatening illness or injury. Dr. Henderson earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama, and completed his residency in family
7th Annual Casino Royale Gala Raises $252,000 for Baptist Health Care Foundation
PENSACOLA, Fla. (July 20, 2021) – Baptist Health Care Foundation’s 7th annual Casino Royale Gala raised more than $252,000. Proceeds will benefit the new Baptist Health Care campus at Brent Lane and I-110.“The new campus will incorporate state-of-the-art technology, include a concentration of related services and enable a modern approach to patient experience, access, wellness and care,” said KC Gartman, chief development officer, Baptist Health Care. “Our new home furthers our journey to bring a modern and
Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Sources of Funding for Small Businesses” – Online Webin7.14.21
Poster competition for 2021 Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is now open
PENSACOLA, FLA - July 13, 2021 – Here’s a chance to become a part of Pensacola’s art history! The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival is accepting submissions to its 2020 poster design competition through August 6.The winning artist receives a $1,000 cash award. The winning design will be featured on posters, T-shirts and other GGAF promotional items for the festival. Posters have become a regional collector’s item.GGAF is one of the best-regarded, most popular arts festivals in the United States. The three-day
ESCAMBIA COUNTY SET TO STUFF THE BUS ON THURSDAY, JULY 15
On Thursday, July 15, United Way of West Florida, along with Cat Country 98.7, NewsRadio 92.3, Escambia County School District, Santa Rosa County School District, Pensacola News Journal, and WEAR TV-3, will host Stuff the Bus school supply collection drives in Escambia County. Since 1999, this longstanding United Way of West Florida initiative has helped ensure that local students head back to school with the tools they need to succeed in the upcoming school year. In addition to donations of new
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Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Main Street Small Business Seminar”
PENSACOLA, FL — July 12, 2021 — This in-person event will discuss the following topics: how to gain customers using social media; advocating for local businesses; and talking about financing with your banker. Join us on July 29 from 8:00 – 9:15 a.m. to hear the following speakers: Chelsea Blaich, Executive Director, Main Street DeFuniak Springs, Terry Mauer, Business Consultant, Florida SBDC, Gabrielle Kilgore, Community & Special Events Manager, Walton Area Chamber of Commerce and Daphne Bowen,
Tourist Development Office opens Capital Project Funding Cycle Cycle runs Aug. 1 to Sept. 30, 2021
Tourist Development Office opens Capital Project Funding CycleCycle runs Aug. 1 to Sept. 30, 2021Capital projects are a major driver of tourism to the area for both locals and visitors, benefiting both Santa Rosa County and the project owners. The goal of the Capital Project Funding Program is to create a sense of place and deliver a unique experience that enhances tourism visitation, economic impact and community vitality. The program is open to county projects, municipalities and non-government
RABIES ALERT ISSUED FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY 7.14.21
Contact: Dana Grissom, PIOPIO.CHD57@flhealthgov850-564-2291 Milton, Fla.- The Florida Department of Health in Santa Rosa County has issued a rabies alert for East Milton area. The alert is in response to a report of a positive test result for rabies in a raccoon on July 9, 2021. The rabies alert will be in effect for the next 60 days.An animal with rabies may appear sick or lethargic, have problems
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Florida SBDC at UWF Presents “Creating and Sustaining Superior Performance” – Online Webinar
PENSACOLA, FL — July 13, 2021 — Marketing has many approaches, however, there are only a few business strategies. Join and participate in creating value for your customers and company by understanding and identifying strategies that support growth opportunities. This workshop will help you focus to evaluate which strategy best serves your organization. We will share special highpoints to unlocking the key to Michael Porter’s "Competitive Advantage: Creating and Sustaining Superior Performance”. According
PSC Student Affairs, Student Services to open on Saturday, July 17 to assist students
So many Pensacola State College students work during the weekdays and take classes online or in the evening. Not every student can make it to a PSC campus during business hours.That’s one of the reasons the PSC Student Affairs and Student Services Offices on the Pensacola campus will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 17.New and returning students are invited to attend. College staff will be on hand to answer questions, assist with applying for college, accept necessary paperwork to complete
Gulf Islands National Seashore News Release 7.9.21
GULF BREEZE, Fla. -- Gulf Islands National Seashore will reopen Johnson Beach Road within the Perdido Key Area of the seashore July 9, after a 10-month closure for repairs. Perdido Key includes important nesting habitats and park infrastructure that was damaged by Hurricane Sally last year. Temporary repairs to Johnson Beach Road are complete while we await permanent repairs to begin in early September 2021. Visitors can expect the following during their visit:New “ROADSIDE PARKING ALLOWED BEYOND THIS
Pensacola, the oldest European settlement in the United States is well known for its haunted history
July 8, 2021, Pensacola, Florida -People from all over the world visit Pensacola for its haunted places and paranormal experiences. Pensacola has been featured on TV Shows and Networks like Ghost Hunters (TAPS), Ghost Brothers: Light's Out, Second Sight Paranormal TV, Haunted Collector, Fact or Faked: Paranormal Files, Pensacola: Wings of Gold, A Haunting, Discovery Channel, Destination America, and more. Seville Quarter’s Haunted History has been featured in magazines, newspapers, various media outlets,
Marlin Grill Celebrates 20 Years in Business
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. (July 6, 2021) – Founded in 2001 by owners, Wayne Lewis and Tom Rice, Marlin Grill has long been noted for their culinary talents and award-winning wine list for the past 20 years. The locally owned and operated restaurant has been fondly recognized as the Best Place for a Date, Best Martini, and Best Romantic/Special Occasion Restaurant by the readers of Emerald Coast Magazine. They pride themselves on serving the freshest ingredients, including Gulf-fresh seafood, prime dry-aged
