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JEFF NALL The Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association named Nall as its new executive director. Nall is responsible for working with the association's officers and council to establish organizational strategic plans and priorities. He will handle the daily operations and fiscal management of the association. Nall has served as state president of the Florida Public Relations Association and Pensacola Five Flags Rotary.

He succeeds Michael Doubek, who is retiring in October.

PATTI MARINE ENTERPRISES The U.S.

Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) last week awarded a $449,231 grant to support capital improvements at Patti Marine Enterprises, Inc. Provided through MARAD's Small Shipyard Grant program, the funding supports capital improvements that foster increased efficiency and economic growth. Patti Marine Enterprises, Inc. is the only shipyard in our area that builds a range of vessels. They will use their grant to purchase a plasma cutting machine and ironworker, which will increase their production capability and efficiency.

PENSACOLA YACHT CLUB Hailing from

Canada, Great Britain, Denmark, Mexico, Brazil, Puerto Rico, the U.A.E., Australia, U.S. Virgin Islands and the U.S., 298 different junior sailors sailed in an epic 2018 USODA Optimist National Championship held at the Pensacola Yacht Club. PYC Commodore James Reeves remarked, "I hope they tell all their friends about the fantastic racing on Pensacola Bay and the Southern hospitality of Pensacola Yacht Club."

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PHILIP LEVINE The former Miami

Beach mayor has led the Democratic field for the party's gubernatorial nomination most of this year. However, billionaire Jeff Greene has pulled voters away from Levine since jumping into the race last month. A Mason-Dixon Polling & Strategy poll released last week showed former Rep. Gwen Graham surging ahead with 27 percent of Democratic voters, followed

by Levine at 18 percent. The survey had Greene at 12 percent, Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum at 10 percent, Winter Park businessman Chris King at 7 percent and other candidates at 1 percent. About 25 percent were undecided.

CHRISTIAN BAX The attorney announced

his resignation as head of the state's Office of Medical Marijuana Use, effective Aug. 10. Bax was widely criticized by state lawmakers, patients and those trying to establish a footprint in the state's competitive medical marijuana market. A series of delays have mired the rollout of medical marijuana since non-euphoric cannabis was first legalized in 2014. Patients have faced long wait times to get the required ID cards processed. Administrative law judges have repeatedly rejected health officials' decisions about the awarding of licenses.

OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND SUSTAINABILITY In 2011, Mayor Hayward created this office to coordinate economic development in the city, like the Incoa project. Then it disappeared, leaving Hayward with no one on staff to analyze such projects.

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By Rick Outzen

RIGGED BIDS An Escambia County grand jury needs to investigate the bid process in the Escambia County School District. For the second time in the past two years, a judge has declared the bid practices of Superintendent Malcolm Thomas and his administration unfair and ordered the district to rebid a contract.

What other bids have the district rigged to award contracts to favored vendors?

The latest case involved a $1.9 million health care contract that Judge Bruce McKibben said was awarded through a "questionable" process with an "appearance of impropriety." He recommended that a final order be entered declaring the award of a contract to Aloa Care Group "erroneous, arbitrary and capricious."

Pediatric Services of America previously held the contract. In 1997, PSA collaborated with the Santa Rosa County School District to develop a model for providing health services at all its schools. PSA added Okaloosa County schools in 2009 and then Escambia County in 2013.

Aloa Care Group had no business before being awarded the contract. It had only two employees, a former PSA employee and her husband. However, Aloa Care had a friend, Martha Hanna, who is the district's health services coordinator. Hanna wrote a letter of recommendation for Aloa Care and served on the evaluation committee that awarded the bid to her friend.

Citing Hanna's conflict of interest, PSA appealed the decision and won.

A similar situation occurred two years ago.

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Jani-King met all the bid requirements and had the best bid price for the district's custodial services. The request for proposals required audited financial statements. American Facility Services (AFS) submitted two years of reviewed, not audited, financial reports. Failure to fulfill the audited statement requirement meant the vendor should have been given a zero in that category of the evaluation process.

Instead, the school district ranked AFS at the top and Jani-King second. AFS was awarded the five-year, $1.5 million contract.

Jani-King appealed the decision. Administrative Law Judge W. David Watkins issued a ruling that the school district had broken Florida law governing public contract awards by ignoring the fact that AFS failed to provide audited financial statements.

However, Thomas ignored Watkins' order.

The custodial contract with AFS was canceled, but district staff made sure Jani-King didn't get the business. The school board dropped the requirement for companies to provide the higher accounting standard of audited statements.

The new custodial contract went to PESG Facilities Services.

Superintendent Thomas learned nothing from the Jani-King case and appears to have continued to allow the district to award multimillion dollar contracts to whomever it wants regardless of qualifications.

Twice the district has broken the law. State Attorney Bill Eddins needs to investigate what other violations have occurred. {in} rick@inweekly.net

State Attorney Bill Eddins needs to investigate what other violations have occurred.

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WHY VOTE FOR THEM?

By Rick Outzen The city of Pensacola has a recordsetting six candidates running for mayor in the Aug. 28 non-partisan primary. A series of public forums have been held to introduce the candidates to city voters, and more are scheduled.

Last week, the Women for Responsible Legislation held a forum at Pensacola City Hall.

The candidates faced a barrage of questions and were given one minute to respond to each.

At the end of the hour, the candidates were given two minutes for closing comments and to make their appeals to the voters.

Councilman Brian Spencer focused on the successes of his past eight years on the Pensacola City Council.

"Ten years ago, our city population was declining. It doesn't take a degree in economics to understand that a city that is losing population is going to be in big trouble if the trend does not reverse," he said. He believes the "strong mayor" charter reversed the decline.

"Today, Pensacola is heading in the direction of greatness," Spencer said. "The momentum is evident. The population is increasing, and more and more people want to move back to the city."

He listed "some of the big wins" of the administration: the possibility of 1,400 new jobs at the aviation commerce park, more than $26 million spent on stormwater improvements and 51 natural gas vehicles.

"Investment in infrastructure and amenities, such as the Community Maritime Park, has thus far contributed to the revitalization of downtown, which is a showcase destination rivaling Pensacola Beach," said Spencer. "It's an example of investing in our future with high return on investment."

He stands for using smart growth design principles that focus on what people desire, not what is forbidden.

"It focuses on sustainability, environmental stewardship and attracts the

embracing of diversity and inclusivity with creative housing solutions," said Spencer.

"As your mayor, I will implement that plan to build Pensacola's long-term future."

Commissioner Grover Robinson talked about the county's accomplishments since he was first elected in 2006.

"Twelve years ago, we found ourselves in Escambia County with a runaway budget, with also declining population," he said.

"My job over the last 12 years has been to look at responsible legislation that has gotten our budget back in order and working with teamwork to create at least a $100 million coming in for environmental restoration within this community."

He said he worked on many different amenities to make our community better, whether it was bike lanes and sidewalks or the Roger Scott tennis courts.

"Those are the things that we've been able to do at Escambia County, and we've seen growth," said Robinson. "We've had results, and we've been able to be successful. Those are the same things we would like to do in the city, but we can't get it done without your support and your vote. More importantly, if you want to see success come forward, I need your vote on August 28."

Lawrence Powell, the pastor of the Christ Our Redeemer Eternally Ministries, joked that he was grateful that government wasn't based solely on answers to rapid-fire questions.

"I truly believe that our city needs to move away from politics and get to leadership," he said. "Mom always said it's absurd to think you can do the same thing with sometimes the same folks and expect different results. That's an absurd way of thinking."

He continued, "I truly want to bring to our city the leadership that's going to bring transparency in government, that's going to bring inclusion in government within the local municipality of city council and county commission and all our other municipalities alike.

We've got to figure out how to do this in an integrated fashion."

He said that he had sat through a chamber briefing on the fact people are not returning to Pensacola because of lack of diversity and inclusion.

"We have got to pay attention to some of the regional studies that are going on that we might partner with those that are in our neighboring boundaries so that we can move this city forward for every citizen in this city and not just a select few," said Powell. "I need your vote that we might go from politics to leadership for all the citizens of this great city of ours."

David Mayo, general manager of WHBR TV-33, talked about Pensacola being "a city of destiny."

"I believe we need some special, strong, determined leadership to achieve true destiny in our city that we deserve," he said. "I believe the life experiences I've had in business and personal challenges."

Mayo has been wheelchair-bound since high school. He believes that gives him a unique perspective.

"I will bring to the table this vision, this strong, determined tenacity to see growth happen and achieve destiny like we've never known in Pensacola," he said. "I have that collaborative spirit, the mindset of being a wise steward of our asset, to be a bridge builder and advocate, to represent our city, to be an ambassador that you'll be proud of, that will recruit the best to our fair city, and we'll see greater things like we've never known in Pensacola."

Mayo added, "I believe we will achieve that working together, and with your vote August 28, I believe we will achieve the destiny that Pensacola was created for."

Educator Jonathan Green believes that the voters have an opportunity with his candidacy to make a meaningful change within the community.

"For instance, community gardens so that way, the kids that receive free breakfast and free lunch, let's have them have a place in their neighborhood they can go so that way they can have a meal at night," he said. "There's no reason for a child to go hungry, especially in

our community, but anywhere. We have the resources. Let's utilize them."

He would like to create a Confederate monument park that could draw tourism.

"People would go there to see the history of Pensacola during that era," Green said.

"Also, if we have a convention center at the Port of Pensacola, we could utilize a portion of that space to build a parking garage to help the downtown burden, as well as marine research facilities, could be located at the convention center."

He continued. "That's just a few things I would hope to bring to fruition, but I can't do it without your vote. So, please, I ask for your support."

Businessman Drew Buchanan first talked about the rate of return.

"Our job as citizens is to elect the best leaders that will keep you safe," he said.

"That's our number one job and to do so with the best return on your tax dollars. Anyone who says anything otherwise is a politician, they're lying to you."

He also challenged the legacies of Spencer and Robinson.

"They're running for another term in another office," said Buchanan. "Let's be clear.

I want you to look at their records. The county budget is out of control. The city budget is falling behind. We have a city councilman who's wasted hundreds of thousands of dollars pushing unconstitutional legislation on you. Who has to pay for that? We do."

He asked voters to visit his website, drewforpensacola.com, and look at his policy objectives.

"I am the most fiscally conservative candidate by far," he said. "Why is that? Because my generation, we're going to grow up into a world that's not going to have anything left."

He added, "I want you to think about that long and hard. You've got about 30 days to do it. The sooner, the better. Again, our number one job is to protect you, and that involves spending your money as wisely and as respectfully and as responsibly as we can." {in}

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In anticipation of the August primary and November general election, Inweekly has created this series to introduce you to the candidates who will be on your ballots. We'll mostly focus on local stuff, but statewide races and Congress will also be on our radar.

This week, we talked to Phil Ehr— a veteran who's running to represent our district in Washington.

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EVOLVING WITH EHR

By Jennie McKeon

Phil Ehr is a career Navy veteran and former Republican running for the Democratic nominee for Congress in Florida's 1st District.

But Ehr says he's not just running as a Democrat. He's running as an American.

"Our country's in trouble," he said. "Things need to change."

And change can be good. Just ask Ehr. At 18, he registered to vote as a Republican and was relatively party loyal until the 2016 election. Ehr was a supporter of Ohio Gov. John Kasich and said the Republican Party's nomination of Donald Trump was the final straw.

"I realized there was no room left for me," he said. "The Republican Party left me."

"In my lifetime, the Democratic Party was better on civil rights. In my lifetime, the Democratic Party was better on the environment. In my lifetime, the Democratic Party was better on spending—the Republican Party is talking about some major cuts on Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security—cutting support from people who really need it."

Ehr knows that a vast majority of Florida's 1st District votes Republican but said there should be room for more opinions.

"It's not good to essentially be a oneparty region," he said. "It doesn't bring good decisions."

Ehr is a retired U.S. Navy officer with 26 years of active duty service. He flew classified reconnaissance in the Cold War and combat support in Desert Storm. After he served his August 2, 2018

last duty station in the United Kingdom, Ehr retired, but his family stayed in London while his children finished school.

Ehr took on more parental responsibilities and eventually became involved with the English Chess Federation, a position that has made him uniquely qualified for politics in 2018.

While working with the group, he helped to fight corruption in the World Chess Federation, whose Russian leader was later sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury Department for supporting the Government of Syria and association with ISIS. When it comes to foreign affairs, Ehr said he believes President Trump has only "amplified chaos."

"He's tearing down a lot of what our country has built as an international system. He's not respecting what legacy patriots of World War II have left behind," he added.

As a congressman for Northwest Florida, Ehr said he wants to see more "upwardly mobile jobs" for the middle class, address the "recklessness" of the Veterans Affairs administration and provide cleaner water and new infrastructure.

"That's the first thing they (Republicans) should've done before they went to divisive policies such as health care and tax cuts.

Where's the infrastructure stimulus?"

As for the environment, Ehr said he wants to protect Santa Rosa Island and noted that he supported Florida Sen. Bill Nelson's withdrawal of support to allow private ownership of Pensacola and Navarre beaches. In October 2017, Nelson said he withdrew support because the bill did not go far enough to prevent the reopening of Navarre Pass.

Over in Walton County, the issue of privately-owned beachfronts have sparked debate and even provoked Gov. Rick Scott to sign an executive order to protect public beach access. Ehr said he supports customary use and

that privatizing beach accesses only hurts tourism, a major job creator in the Panhandle.

"We want a friendly, welcoming beach," he said.

Ehr considers himself a more centrist politician. When it comes to the hot-button issue of gun control, he said there needs to be a suspension of sales of assault-style weapons until federal research shows an acceptable level of risk. Ehr is a gun owner himself and said they are a part of our culture, but there needs to be more checks and balances to prevent further tragedies such as the Parkland shooting.

"What's the remedy? Some say there are not enough mental health resources. I agree with that. There are also not enough background checks. This phenomenon of mass shootings needs to stop."

According to his campaign website, Ehr takes a more definitive approach on social issues. He believes in expanding federal sexual discrimination laws to include protections for LGBTQ Americans; he believes the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S. should be provided with opportunities to work toward citizenship; he believes in closing the racial wealth gap; and when it comes to women's reproductive rights, he believes in a women's right to choose.

If Ehr gets the Democratic nomination and beats incumbent Matt Gaetz, he'll likely be faced with fixing the health care system.

The individual mandate will end in 2019, essentially taking away a major component to the Affordable Care Act, otherwise known as Obamacare. While many Democratic candidates across the country have been talking about a single-payer health care system, Ehr said politicians should first try to "get back to basics." He believes a good system will involve both public and private providers and will close the gap between those who qualify for health insurance subsidies and those who don't.

"I don't think we're ready for universal health care, but that's something we can openly debate," he said. "Every American deserves American-quality health care. Most people are one disease away from medical bankruptcy."

While looking ahead at the Panhandle's future, Ehr takes some inspiration from the past, more specifically the men and women of the World War II era, otherwise known as "the greatest generation."

"I'm for the values that Americans stood up and sacrificed for in World War II," he said.

"There's nothing like the type of leadership we had of that era. I want to bring that back." {in}

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Adam Putnam / Courtesy Photo PUTNAM VISITS Florida Agriculture Commissioner and GOP gubernatorial candidate Adam Putnam made a campaign stop at Scenic 90 Café last Friday.

A recent Mason-Dixon poll showed Congressman Ron DeSantis, who has President Trump’s endorsement, with a double-digit lead over Putnam, 41-29 percent. The crowd at Scenic 90 didn’t care, and Putnam told Inweekly that he believes his campaign’s ground game will win the Republican nomination for him.

Putnam had his stump speech down Friday morning and sprinkled it with downto-earth humor. He said when he became agriculture commissioner, the state was at the bottom of the abyss of the Great Recession.

“The Wall Street Journal wrote our obituary; said Florida's not coming back,” he said. “Tourism's broken. The growth model's broken. And it'll take 20 years to clear the inventory of condos in South Florida.”

He continued, “Well, it took three years to clear the inventory of condos in South Florida. Our unemployment rate then was almost 12 percent. Today, it's less than four.

Eight years ago, more people were moving out of Florida than moving in. Today, a thousand new ones are moving here every single day. Folks, conservative leadership does matter, and we've proven it for the last eight years.”

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more than a pro-business state. Putnam said, “I'm sayin' we need to be a pro-small business state. If you take care of small business, big business is going to be fine. Because I've never met a big business that was born big. But we have to have a culture in Florida that's prosmall business—which means keeping taxes low and regulation light.”

Putnam pledged to bring back vocational and technical education.

“I will put back into our middle schools and high schools vocational and career and technical training,” he said. “We are going to stop treating our state colleges, what we used to call our community colleges, like a red-headed stepchild.”

"I will put back into our middle schools and high schools vocational and career and technical training." Adam Putnam He shared a joke to make his point about the importance of vocational training—“Y'all heard about the lawyer who called the plumber out on Saturday, and the plumber fixes his problem? And the plumber hands the lawyer a bill, and the lawyer says, ‘My God, you make more per hour than I do.’ And the plumber said, ‘Yeah, I make more per hour than I did when I was a lawyer, too.’"

Putnam said he doesn’t want to undermine higher education.

“I'm describing a world where we have great, world-class universities that meet the needs of their students,” he said.

“And we have a great community college system and state college system, and a vo-tech system that takes care of all of our students, not just the top 1 percent. So they are welcoming into adulthood with a paycheck, not with student loan debt.”

He pointed that Florida young men and women can have opportunities to find suitable careers in financial services, construction, aviation, logistics, cybersecurity and health care and call Florida home, raise their families here and find their piece of the American dream here.

“All of those things can be accomplished in this economy that has been so disrupted and that has less interest in what the piece of paper is hanging on your wall and more interested in what your skills are,” Putnam said. “We have to produce students who have the skills to be successful in this economy.”

He continued, “That’s why I'm going to put workforce training back into our schools. And that's why we are going to support our community colleges. And that's how we are going to diversify our economy and make the I-10 corridor an advanced manufacturing corridor so that our state is more strong and more resilient for the next downturn in the economy.”

SALES TAX HOLIDAY Florida’s back-

to-school sales tax “holiday” starts Friday, Aug. 3, and will run through Sunday, Aug. 5.

Shoppers can avoid paying state and local sales taxes on most clothes and footwear costing $60 or less and school supplies that cost $15 or less. The holiday this year is projected to save shoppers $32.7 million.

SKILLED WORKERS NEEDED Florida

Chamber’s Third Quarter Small Business Index Survey revealed businesses are worried about finding a skilled workforce. The sixth consecutive quarter workforce quality topped the list of concerns.

Small businesses are also concerned about economic uncertainty, which the chamber believes is likely a signal that recent activities with tariffs and international trade are causing some concern.

On a more positive note, 31 percent of small businesses indicated confidence in the direction that Florida is taking to make Florida a better place for companies—up from 21 percent last year.

“Businesses continue to tell us that to

expand and to be more competitive, they need access to a talented workforce," said Dr. Jerry Parrish, chief economist and director of research for the Florida Chamber Foundation.

"This quarter’s Small Business Index Survey indicates that Florida’s small businesses are becoming increasingly concerned about workforce quality. As we look to Florida’s future, we must continue to ensure that Florida’s economy is ready and able to create prosperity through high-paying jobs, remain globally competitive and develop vibrant and sustainable communities.”

Of Florida small businesses, 45 percent of respondents expect to hire in the next six months, and 44 percent plan to make investments in plants or equipment—both good signs for continued expansion of Florida’s economy.

"The Florida Chamber’s Third Quarter Small Business Index Survey shows once again that workforce quality is the top concern for Florida’s small business community, with economic uncertainty ranking second,” said Glenda Hood, chair of the Florida Chamber’s Small Business Council. “The Florida Chamber’s Small Business Council looks forward to working with Florida’s small business community to identify and support solutions that will help address workforce concerns as well as other challenges."

EARLY VOTING ON CAMPUS U.S. District Judge Mark Walker ruled on July 24 that the interpretation of Florida’s early voting statute was wrong. College and university campuses will be permissible as early voting locations.

Secretary of State Ken Detzner has until Friday to tell the judge he will agree to contact all 67 counties in Florida about the court’s ruling.

"This is truly a victory for the citizens of Florida, especially with so many young people motivated to vote." Patti Brigham “This is truly a victory for the citizens of Florida, especially with so many young people motivated to vote,” Patricia Brigham, president of the League of Women Voters of Florida said in a press release.

She continued, "This is the right decision, at the right time, for our democratic process. With this decision, we have an affirmation that making early voting accessible to all is part of a true democracy.”

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counties, but Escambia County remains unchanged, Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford said. The early voting locations are “locked in.”

“Part of the order, I think, directed by the Department of State, the Division of Elections, is to communicate something to the supervisors,” Stafford said. “So I’ll be looking for something out of them. And I don’t know if they’re going to appeal it or what happens from that standpoint.”

He added, “We’ll wait to see what the Division of Elections says and kind of how this whole thing plays out, but that’s certainly something we would review after the primary elections.”

Early voting polls will open August 18-25 at eight locations around Escambia County.

Times of availability will vary from location to location, according to escambiavotes.com.

The primary election is August 28.

Absentee ballots are available upon request, Stafford said. Over 33,000 absentee ballots have been sent out as of July 24.

“They go out in two waves,” he said.

“The first is the military and overseas ballots. They went out at the 46-day mark.

Then the non-military and overseas ballots went out yesterday (July 24). Then, as we continue to process requests, we send those out on a daily basis. If we get a request today, they’re usually sent out with the next day’s mail.”

This process continues until the request deadline, which is the Wednesday before the Tuesday election, or August 22, Stafford said.

“We’ve got a total of 160 (absentee ballots) that have come back today (July 25),” he said. “That number obviously will change when each day’s mail is returned, and not all of them (the ballots) will come back for whatever reasons, but again, that number will continue to grow.”

HELP SISTER CITY The Japan-America

Society of Northwest Florida (JASNWFL) is asking the Pensacola community to give back to its Japanese sister city in the aftermath of the country’s recent natural disaster.

In late June and early July, Japan experienced torrential rains that have caused widespread destruction through flooding and landslides. It has become the nation’s deadliest natural disaster since the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

Among the affected areas is Gero, which has a relationship with Pensacola going back 25 years. Thankfully, there has been no loss of life in that area, but the floods have damaged city roads and other infrastructure. Like Pensacola, Gero relies heavily on tourism, so this August 2, 2018

damage can have a lingering, domino effect on the local economy.

To assist the people of Gero, the Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida has created the “Gero Recovery Fund” and is asking the community for donations.

“We will be collecting donations from now through August,” said Shigeko Honda, executive director of JASNWFL. “We hope to get the whole community behind this effort and make a strong show of support to our Japanese friends.”

Since 1993, hundreds of middle school students have participated in exchange visits between Pensacola and Gero (formerly known as Hagiwara). Formal sister city relations were established in 1998. Gero Mayor Hidehiro Hattori planned to visit Pensacola this month to celebrate the 20th anniversary of that relationship, but the trip was postponed due to the storm.

In the past, Pensacola has received aid from our sister city. In 2004, in the wake of Hurricane Ivan, Gero woodcut artist Tadashiro Fukui donated several prints that were auctioned for $10,000, with proceeds benefitting the Pensacola News Journal’s “Lend-A-Hand” recovery program. After the historic floods that damaged Pensacola in 2014, Gero citizens raised $12,000 that was disbursed through the United Way of Escambia County.

“Our friends in Gero have stood up for Pensacola when natural disasters hit us,” said Layne Yonehiro, president of JASNWFL. “This is a great way to show our solidarity with them in their time of need.”

The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida is a 501c3 not-for-profit, so all donations are tax-deductible. All proceeds of the fundraising effort will be sent to the city of Gero. To donate, visit jasnwfl.org/gero.

DEPLOYMENT TO EMPLOYMENT

90Works is set to host the Deployment to Employment job fair for veterans 8-11 a.m. Sept.

18 at the Pensacola Blue Wahoo Stadium.

“We are excited to bring this event back and are looking forward to expanding the number of vendors and recruiters in attendance to provide additional employment opportunities to veterans throughout Northwest Florida,” said Cate Jordan, executive director of 90Works.

In its first year hosting the event at Wahoo’s Stadium, 90Works is working to expand the event by bringing on new businesses as recruiters and vendors.

“The mission of the Studer Family of Companies is ‘to improve the quality of life in our community,’” said Shannon Reeves of the Blue Wahoos Stadium. “We at the

Blue Wahoos Stadium are thrilled for the opportunity to host such an impactful, meaningful event that so closely aligns with that mission.”

"We at the Blue Wahoos Stadium are thrilled for the opportunity to host such an impactful, meaningful event that so closely aligns with that mission." Shannon Reeves The Pensacola-based nonprofit is partnering with the Panhandle Warrior Project, whose mission aligns closely with what this event will accomplish. The event also has support from local hair stylists throughout the Panhandle as well as the University of West Florida’s Office of Career Development and Community Engagement to prepare attendees for upcoming interviews with fresh haircuts and a resume writing workshop.

“This event provides us the opportunity to further our mission in the community. Gaining employment is a vital step in achieving selfsufficiency and stability and to reduce poverty and homelessness,” said Jordan. “We appreciate the community coming together to support these efforts.”

90Works is searching for businesses to sponsor and get involved with the event, giving them exposure to veterans and other companies in the community all while giving back to those who served our country. For more information, contact The Hive Creative Consulting at info@thehivecreativeconsulting.com.

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Saturday, Aug. 18 at Navarre Park, 8513 Navarre Parkway. The Wing-Off, presented by Buffalo’s Reef, features local teams competing for the coveted “King of Wing” prize for the tastiest hot wings. The Starfish Project fundraiser solely finances special needs playground equipment for the new inclusive Navarre Children’s Park.

Tickets are $10 with voting rights to the top three favorites. Tickets can be pre-purchased through Eventbrite on The Starfish Project NWFL Facebook page. Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are available.

“The Wing-Off is the height of our fundraising efforts,” said Brandi Hook, a founding member of The Starfish Project.

“We’re committed to improving the quality of living for Navarre residents, including children with special needs, to enjoy a playground equipped for their abilities,” proclaims Hook. {in} 9

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Eat, Sleep, Rescue, Repeat With Jessika Coker and her Snaggle Nation

By Stephanie Sharp not many people get to witness. I think now, after three years, I’ve found a good balance between the two.

Juniper / Courtesy Photo We all know the only Instagram celebrities worth following are the beloved Insta-famous pets.

Most of the well-known accounts are focused on cats and dogs, but there are a few unusual companions that have captured the hearts of Instagram users across the world. And one of them lives in our collective backyard, right here in the Panhandle.

Jessika Coker is an artist, entrepreneur and the owner of Juniper the Fox, her fox brother Fig, canine boyfriend Moose (a very handsome and patient Australian shepherd/ malamute mix), two sugar gliders named Peach and Petunia, plus a crew of wildly photogenic reptiles.

Juniper and Fig are domestic foxes, meaning that they come from a long line of foxes bred in captivity for their fur and cannot be released back into the wild.

Inweekly spoke with Coker about her ongoing rescue work, caring for her pack of animal companions, sharing their lives to more than two million Instagram followers and her new book “Juniper: The Happiest Fox.” INWEEKLY: Can you tell me what a "dayin-the-life" of Snaggle Nation (aka you, Juniper and the rest of the gang) is like?

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JESSIKA COKER: A regular day for myself and all of the animals starts with chores and ends with chores. To keep things from getting hectic, we are all on a set routine—wake up, play, clean enclosures, work, spend time with any of the animals that need a little one-on-one. Most of the animals here are nocturnal, so by the time evening rolls around, the house comes alive. I prepare everyone’s meals, do a routine check to make sure they are all doing well and then let them do what’s natural for them while I sleep.

INWEEKLY: How has your life changed since starting Juniper's account? How many years have you been sharing content about her on that platform?

COKER: I originally started Juniper’s Instagram as a way to keep up with her progress and share her daily life with my personal friends and family. Almost a year after I began the account, a video of her went viral, and I started getting so many questions about her story, her life and her care. I felt morally responsible to begin educating people about the difficulties I faced raising her as well as showing that foxes have a sweet and loving nature that

INWEEKLY: Can you tell us more about your goal of opening a sanctuary for mistreated, neglected and/or abused exotic animals?

COKER: We are in the very early stages of creating our sanctuary and are currently looking for the right property to begin building. I plan to start with native wildlife by focusing on wildlife rehabilitation as well as taking in small mammals and reptiles that are common among the exotic pet trade, like foxes, wolf dogs, raccoons, skunks, sugar gliders and many more. There are many exotic animals that people originally purchase intending for them to be household pets, and when they turn out to act true to their species, many people seek to re-home them. This is where our sanctuary will step in. I plan to house unwanted animals and make sure that they receive proper care before finding them a forever home or giving them a place in the sanctuary to live peacefully for the rest of their lives. My main goal is to ensure that every animal we are able to take in is safe, loved and properly cared for.

INWEEKLY: What do you think is the most valuable lesson the public can learn about caring for and preventing exotic animals from being mistreated, neglected or abused?

COKER: The most valuable thing the public can learn is that if you want an animal that acts like a dog—something loyal, trainable, friendly; something you can take out on walks in public and travel with—get a dog. I think most of us grew up watching our favorite fictional characters walking around with their exotic animal companions, and we have this notion that if we raise an animal “the right way” it will act like a domestic house pet, and that just isn't the case. Each animal is an individual, and every species will always be true to its own nature.

vation. Just reach out to an animal sanctuary and let them know you want to help.

INWEEKLY: Can you tell us about the process of writing/publishing a book about your "Instagram famous" furry companion?

COKER: Not long after Juniper began getting a lot of online attention, I was reached out to by a literary agent who suggested we start writing a proposal for a book highlighting her life with me. After a few months, the story was picked up by a publisher. It was the most thrilling call I ever received. I have always had an affinity for writing, and to be able to write about something so close to my heart made the opportunity that much better. It took a little over a year to write “Juniper: The Happiest Fox.” There were a lot of revisions before it was perfect, and now it’s almost surreal to see it on shelves.

INWEEKLY: What's your favorite part about living with Juniper?

COKER: The best part about living with Juniper is waking up to her every morning. She developed a habit of sleeping with me every night this past year, and even though she can roam most of the house at night, she chooses to spend her time in bed with me. Most mornings, when I open my eyes, she’s cuddled up to me, and I could never be more thankful to have such a special companion.

For more on Coker and her Snuggle Nation, visit juniperfoxx.com. And if you don’t already follow them on Instagram, fix that ASAP: @juniperfoxx.

INWEEKLY: How can people who love Juniper, Fig, Moose and the rest of the gang get involved with improving the lives of animals?

COKER: Volunteer or donate. There are so many rescue organizations that need help and would love to take in people who want to learn about wildlife rehabilitation or conserinweekly.net

Setting Things Straight Even Dogs Need Adjusting

By Sarah Mc Wilson

Dr. Ellen Neal / Courtesy Photo Like any decent dog owner, there is a shortlist of daily basic needs I make sure are met for my buddy’s wellbeing—including food, water and outside time. Then there are the countless extras—outdoor adventures, car rides, runs, treats and cuddles.

Recently, as I sat on the floor of a chiropractic office with my 70-pound Doberman, Escher, while he received K-laser treatment and a spinal adjustment, I had a realization. I am officially that person who would do anything for their dog, including take him to the chiropractor.

While some might find this over the top, others, like myself, might be willing to travel miles to help bring relief to their pet.

Thankfully, here in Pensacola, I only had to drive a few minutes to meet Dr. Ellen Neal at the Neal Clinic. Dr. Ellen was able

to work on Escher and help get him running on his leg again.

Dr. Ellen is no newbie to chiropractic care. She and her husband founded Neal Clinic in the 1980s, where they have been working with humans for more than 30 years. In 2010, Dr. Ellen became certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association and expanded her care to serving animals with veterinary spinal manipulative therapy.

It was a personal experience that led Dr. Ellen into this service.

While raising guide dog puppies, she discovered one, Stevie, did not exhibit normal behavior. “While training with other dogs one day, she hurt herself and her back ‘roached’ up. Upon X-ray examination at the vet, it was found she had congenital hip dysplasia. I scheduled an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. Meanwhile, one of the people I trained dogs with asked me if I had tried taking her to a chiropractor. I laughed and said, ‘No, but I am one,’” said Dr. Ellen.

This encouraged Dr. Ellen to take Stevie to receive chiropractic care that ultimately got her back on her feet. “Chiropractic cannot change the architecture of her dysplastic hips, but it has kept her spinal alignment healthy,” explained Dr. Ellen. “At 9 years old, she still has excellent function with minimal pain and limitation. She continues to be one of my best teachers.”

Ultimately, Stevie inspired Dr. Ellen to

Poisonous or Pretty?

As plants continue to creep their way into homes as trendy décor, pet owners should be aware that some aren’t safe for their fur babies.

“If you have curious pets who like to nibble on your plants, you’ll want to make sure all your plants are non-toxic,” Erin Marino, director of brand marketing for The Sill, said in an email to Inweekly.

The Sill is a New York-based houseplant store that started exclusively online—meaning they deliver plants to doorsteps. Pretty cool, huh? Recently, they’ve expanded offline and now have two brick-and-mortar locations in NYC too.

The Sill’s shop has an array of plants ranging in size and type, and they specify which are pet-friendly.

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earn her board certification and begin her journey of bringing the same relief to others’ pets. Dr. Ellen commonly sees animals in pain from degenerative joint disease (arthritis), sports injuries, falls or trauma, neurological conditions, lameness, sudden back leg paresis, abnormal gait and changes in behavior signifying pain.

While vets perform a wide range of care for our pets, Dr. Ellen’s focus is specific.

“I assess the structure and movement limitations in the legs, hips and spine and treat deficits in spinal ranges of motion.

Orthopedic problems are often disguised, so my challenge is to discover where it is coming from. Plus, it could be neurological in origin, from central nervous system to spine. Often, there are multiple causes, especially when there has been an injury.

Often, these patients have been through every test and are coming out normal, when the dog or cat most definitely is not,” she said.

All of the therapies and tools Dr. Ellen and her husband use in their work with humans are available for pets. Though, unlike humans, her dog patients receive treats when they behave.

While in our case we were referred by our vet, any owner can bring their dog to see Dr. Ellen, with a vet’s authorization.

The work Dr. Ellen does is not an alternative to working with a vet, but rather a complement. “I love working with the animal's veterinarian because together we can discover if that rear leg lameness, for

instance, is from a torn cruciate ligament in the knee that needs surgery and rehab or an inflamed spinal nerve that can be helped with chiropractic,” Dr. Ellen explained.

It’s not just the sudden injuries or chronic conditions that need adjusting and care. “I love teaching owners how they can help improve the quality of their dog's life by teaching them the importance of keeping their dog fit and lean and active, especially as they move into their senior years. Older dogs still need movement and exercise, and it’s rewarding to see them able to get up and out,” said Dr. Ellen.

Though she most commonly sees dogs, she can work on any animal with a spine, including those as large as horses. She’s previously cared for a pot-bellied pig, a baby bull and his mom who had just given birth, chickens and a bearded lizard.

In her years practicing on animals, Dr. Ellen has had a great number of success stories, including offering healing to animals in grave states and restoring hope to owners who were hopeless.

“I try to approach every case with cautious optimism, but sometimes I am amazed by an animal’s return to health, especially when it’s a case I took on as a last resort request by the owner or the veterinarian,” said Dr. Ellen.

“I continue to be moved by the resilience of animals and their response to the work we do.”

Learn more about Dr. Ellen Neal and her services at bestfriendchiropractic.com or facebook.com/pensacolachiropractor.

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Understanding plant toxicity is important and should be considered when buying a plant for a house with pets, Marino said.

Some plants release toxins to protect them from being eaten, she said. Plants create or release metabolites, which is a substance produced or that is necessary for metabolism that can be irritating if ingested but is not deadly.

“Raw succulent juices are not fatal but can induce vomiting,” Marino said. “And some metabolites are fatal to some species but not to others. Limonene is the compound that gives lemons their citrus scent.

While fatally repellent to moths, it is pleasing to humans.”

Marino offered a list of a few common houseplants that are completely non-toxic

to pets: air plants, ferns, peperomias, calatheas and marimo moss balls.

“Remember, a plant’s toxicity can make us sick or worse, but only if consumed,” she said. “As long you are not having your houseplants for dinner, you should be fine. Before purchasing your next plant, inquire about the toxicity. Ask the store’s shopkeeper, shop pet-friendly collections online or check out ASPCA’s (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) list of toxic and non-toxic plants.”

For more information about plant toxicity, visit aspca.org and search poisonous plants. To check out The Sill and maybe order yourself a pet-friendly plant, visit thesill.com.

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Pet Dates Bark in the Park

Hosted by Camp Bow Wow Pensacola and the Wahoos, this Bark in the Park event is going to be extra special. Not only can Wahoo fans bring their dogs to the game, but WSRE is bringing Clifford the Big Red Dog. Come out early (4 p.m.) for children’s activities and free books from Clifford while supplies last.

WHEN: 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5 WHERE: Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. DETAILS: facebook.com/bluewahoosbaseball

A guide to upcoming events that are either pet-friendly, benefit pets or give you an opportunity to adopt a pet.

WHEN: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, Saturday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Oct. 20 WHERE: Pensacola Humane Society, 5 N. Q St. COST: $8-$11 DETAILS: pensacolahumane.org or facebook. com/pensacolahumane

Adopt-a-Pet Saturdays at Alyssa’s

Find your future best friend at a SouthBARK adoption event, which are happening the first and third Sundays of the month this summer at PetSmart in Pace.

WHEN: Noon, Sunday, Aug. 5 and 19 WHERE: PetSmart, 4735 Highway 90, Pace DETAILS: facebook.com/southbarkrescue

Do a little shopping and come home with a sweet cat or dog too. The team at Alyssa’s hosts multiple adoption events throughout the year and always partners with different rescue groups, so make sure you follow them on Facebook to stay up-to-date.

WHEN: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 WHERE: Alyssa's Antique Depot, 4586 Chumuckla Highway, Pace DETAILS: shopalyssas.com

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Pit Bowl!

SouthBARK Adoption Events

Head over to South Market in Pace for a bingo night benefiting SouthBARK Animal Rescue.

It's just $10 to play 10 games.

WHEN: 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7 WHERE: South Market, 4495 Chumuckla Highway, Pace COST: $10 DETAILS: facebook.com/southbarkrescue

Ice Cream Doggy Social

H.E.A.R.T. Animal Rescue Inc. is hosting an adoption event with a sweet side—ice cream cones for pups and humans. There will be a variety of flavors, toppings and even vegan options available.

WHEN: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11 WHERE: Pet Supermarket, 6307 N. 9th Ave. DETAILS: heartanimalrescue.org

Pensacola Humane Society Bathe-ins

Looking to get your pup clean and support a good cause? Then you need to check out Pensacola Humane Society's bathe-in events, which they’re hosting monthly through October. Bring your own towel and they will take care of the rest. Bath and dips are $8-$11 depending on size.

What's better than bowling? Bowling while fundraising and raising awareness about pit bulls, of course. This fundraising event benefits Amazing Grace Bully Rescue and Friends Of The Escambia County Animal Shelter.

WHEN: 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 WHERE: Cordova Lanes, 2111 Airport Blvd.

COST: $30 DETAILS: facebook.com/amazingracebullyrescue or facebook.com/ecasfriends

National Dog Day Adoption Event at SoBo

Looking for an excuse to shop for a good cause? This is it. In addition to hosting an adoption event, SoBo is also donating 20 percent of sales during the event to the Amazing Grace Bully Rescue. They will also sweet treats from Le Dough on hand.

WHEN: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25 WHERE: SoBo Boutique, 518 N. 9th Ave. DETAILS: facebook.com/soboboutique

A New Leash On Love

A HOPE for Santa Rosa County is hosting their first big adoption event, and it looks like it's going to be action-packed. There will

be adoptable animals from multiple rescues and Santa Rosa County Animal Services, plus fun stuff like dachshund races, a performance by Escambia Search and Rescue dogs and a doggy bathe-in hosted by Girl Scout Troop #1318.

WHEN: 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 WHERE: Bagdad Mill Site Park, 6953 Main St., Bagdad DETAILS: facebook.com/ahope4src

Doggie Bowl

Raise money for the Pensacola Humane Society and work on your bowling game at the same time. The Humane Express will also be there with adoptable animals.

WHEN: 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9 WHERE: Cordova Lanes, 2111 Airport Blvd.

COST: $25 for individual bowlers (there are also team and sponsorship options) DETAILS: pensacolahumane.org or facebook. com/pensacolahumane

Dogs on Deployment 4th Annual Poker Run

This non-profit gives military members some peace of mind by helping them find homes for their pets when they receive assignments overseas. Make sure you save the date for their annual charity ride in October, and keep up with them on Facebook for other event announcements.

WHEN: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7 WHERE: Harley Davidson of Pensacola, 6385 Pensacola Blvd.

DETAILS: facebook.com/dodgulfcoast

Pints for Paws

Gary's is donating 10 percent of sales during this event to the Pensacola Humane Society. The Humane Express will also be there, tempting beer lovers with adorable adoptable pets.

WHEN: 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 WHERE: Gary's Home Brew, 3403 Gulf Beach Highway DETAILS: garysbrew.com

Barktober Fest

Fall will be here before you know it, and that means the biggest dog-friendly event of the

year will too—Pensacola Humane Society's annual Barktober Fest.

WHEN: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 WHERE: Community Maritime Park, 301 W. Main St. DETAILS: pensacolahumane.org or facebook. com/pensacolahumane

Paws for Veterans 5K

This 5K run and/or walk benefits Paws for Veterans, a nonprofit organization that rescues shelter dogs and trains them to rehabilitate veterans who experience PTSD. WHEN: 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 WHERE: Ashton Brosnaham Park, 10370 Ashton Brosnaham Park Drive COST: $25 DETAILS: runsignup.com/Race/FL/Pensacola/ PawsforVeterans5k

Pensacola Humane Society's First Annual Fur Ball

Get ready to get fancy and go all out for the fur babies in early 2019 at this elegant black tie (optional) gala.

WHEN: 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1 WHERE: Pensacola Yacht Club, 1897 Cypress St. DETAILS: pensacolahumane.org

Regular Events PetSmart Adoption Events

WHEN: Noon-4 p.m. every Saturday WHERE: PetSmart, 6251 N. Davis Highway DETAILS: juniorhumanesociety.com or facebook.com/animalalliesflorida

Happy Hour at Perfect Plain

Pups are always welcome at Perfect Plain, but on Sundays, the brewery goes the extra mile by offering house-made pup treats with their spent grain. They also donate $1 for every (select) beer sold between 2-4 p.m. to a different local animal-centered nonprofit each week.

WHEN: 2-4 p.m. every Sunday WHERE: Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. DETAILS: facebook.com/perfectplainbrewingco

Fall In Love If you’re thinking about getting a new pet, make sure you mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 22.

Animal Allies Florida is hosting another one of their mega adoption events that day.

Once again, over 20 rescue organizations will be participating. That means all types of domesticated animals will be at the event—cats, 414 1

dogs, puppies, pigs, bunnies and even horses.

“This event was so successful in the spring, we decided to start doing it twice a year,” Mary Nolan, a coordinator for the event told Inweekly.

“Last year, one of the dog rescue centers had to go back to their facility and get more dogs," Nolan said.

At the spring event, there were 200 animals available, and more than 75 were adopted. The goal for September is to increase that adoption number to 100.

It’s a free event to attend, including parking. They will have activities for kids too, including educational opportunities and, hopefully, a petting zoo.

Fall In Love Mega Adoption Event

WHEN: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22 WHERE: Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds, 6655 Mobile Highway DETAILS: facebook.com/animalalliesflorida

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Reader Pet Pics For the seventh year in a row, we asked you guys to send us photos of your pets, and once again, you totally delivered.

We got dogs on boats, cats in boxes and more than one animal wearing clothes and/or a hat. Seriously, is there anything cuter than a dressed up pet?

Just look at Biscuit—that's all the proof we need.

Some of you sent us what we can only assume is every picture you’ve

ever taken of your pet. While we can totally relate to that kind of enthusiasm, we had to edit them down. We hope you understand.

Also, if you sent in a photo and don't see it, it's probably because something was a little off with the image quality (too small, too dark, too blurry). So if your pet didn't make the cut, please try again next year—with a different photo, of course.

Thanks again for making The Pet Issue special, year after year.

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Angel Love Pat & Alan Bint

Baron Alicia & Werner Kettelhack

Baxter Joyce Jernigan

Beau Joyce Jernigan

Beguira Stephanie Mangus

Bella Brandi Reeves

Bella Michael & Angela Wierzbicki

Bella Emalee Hudson

Beni Hana Heidi, Teddy & Joshua Warriner

Biscuit Felicia & Meghan Darling

Blu & Nayla Deirdre Harvey

Bones Michael & Tara Jones

Boudreaux (RIP) Kirsten & Todd Snowden

Bradley Eric & Lisa Daniel

Brees Jimmy & Kathy McCarty

Buddy Benjamin Conway

Calypso Joan & David Glendinning

Cameo Helaine Gottschalk

Candy, Dolly & Roxy Kendall Presley

Carl Reid & Karen Stone

Cato Loraine Colley Weaver

Charlie Robert Jarman & Shawna Streckel

Chloe Emily Carben

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Commodore Alexis Leader

Crusher Reid & Karen Stone

Curie Susan Hernandez

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Eudora Catherine McGovern

Evvie George & Erin Sloan

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Hopper Crystal Wheeler

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Jackson Karen & Tod Sindel

June Chris & McKenzie Sorce

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Layla Arianne Pearce

Lexi Helaine Gottschalk

Liam Eamon O'Regan

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Lucy Robert & Pam Bistolfi

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Paxton Mikayla Maracle

Percy Cat Outzen

Pickles Asa Lyvers

Pico & Solo Allan & Arleyne White

Pooh Bear Bob Hoyt & Ann Yoshihashi

Prudence Chelsie & Matt Lowry

Reese & Rusty Carly Stone & Jordan Richards

Remi Riley & Ricki Stewart

River Jimmy & Darcie Britnell

Rudy & Shadow Linda & Marie

Rusty Andrew Wendel

Sam Stephen & Courtney Keith

Sammy Maureen McCartan

Samson Michael & Tara Jones

Saxon Eliza Collier

Sheba Somi Choi

Suki Bryan, Kyna & Kaelyn Nobles

Sweet Gray / Grumpy Gray Jess Laws & Daisy Doyle

Tink Jess Laws & Daisy Doyle

Tobin Allene Doucette & William Casler

Tucker Karen & Tod Sindel

Whompers Iris Ingram

Willy & Wilma Lynette & Bill Graves

Woodford Justin & Shannon Lusko

Wormy & Piper Peyton Banfell

Zoie Pepper Wendt

Sully Stephanie Sharp

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Chesapeake Michael Daw

Pocono Michael Daw

Wally Sam & Erin Kirk INWEEKLY STAFF PETS

Escher Andrew & Sarah Wilson August 2, 2018

Sprout Facility dog at The Studer Family Children's Hospital at Sacred Heart

Valerie Jess Laws & Daisy Doyle

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Should You Get A Dog?

By Sarah Mc Wilson

Do you work from home, or are you away from the house less than eight hours a day?

Are you or someone else able to come home and check on your dog at any point throughout the day?

Do you have someone else in your household who wants to help you care for your pet, someone permanently in your life like family as opposed to a roommate?

Do you have someone else outside of your household who could help you care for your pet should you need extra hands-on or financial assistance?

Do you travel frequently, and if so, is it something a dog could come along for?

If not, do you have a person your dog could stay with when you travel?

When we think about getting a pet, especially a dog, we tend to think of the companionship, the love, the affection, the adventures—you know, the warm and fuzzy stuff—without thinking about the practicalities. If this Pet Issue is making you shout, "I want a dog!" we've done our jobs.

But before bringing home a new friend, we've come up with some simple, yet serious, yes or no questions to ask yourself, questions we believe will help you determine if you're ready to be a first-time dog owner.

We know and can speak highly of the joys of having a pet and will absolutely advocate for adopting and giving a pet a

second chance at a lifetime of love. But we also know the hard parts, and we've experienced the heartache. Unlike a piece of furniture, or a car, a pet is a lifelong commitment—for their life. We believe this is reason enough to ask yourself some hard questions before deciding if you are ready for a dog of your own.

Do you have a yard or easy daily access to a place you can walk your dog safely?

Do you live in an apartment or house that allows dogs?

Do you have extra dollars in your monthly budget for routine dog expenses—like dog food, vet visits, heartworm and flea preven tion, grooming, treats, toys, etc.?

Do you have a lifestyle where having a dog for the next decade or so is doable for you?

a child that you could get a pet if you took care of it, did you end up helping?

Think of something you love in your home.

Would you be okay if it got chewed up?

Do you have wood or tile floors or are you okay with your carpet being soiled?

You're ready to clean up vomit and poop, right?

Do you own a dog-friendly car, like one that's ready for some slobbery windows?

Are you okay with the possibility of a little (or a lot) of dog hair on your clothing and all over your home? More importantly, are you sure you're not allergic?

If you weren't thinking of the cool ban danas you'd put on your dog, or the dog themed Instagram posts, or the petfriendly breweries you could frequent, or the Halloween costumes that you'd buy, or the dog-themed bumper stickers you could justify, would you still want one?

YES!

Do you have time to train a dog?

If you answered "yes" across the board, it sounds like you may be good and ready for a dog of your own. Just remember, adopt, don't shop.

Do you like taking care of others?

LOTS OF NOS?

Are you responsible enough to remember daily feedings and monthly heartworm medication?

When your parent told you when you were

This may not mean dog ownership is out of the question. It just means you will need to make some adjustments in your life if you really want a dog. Or perhaps a cat or another animal requiring less attention and maintenance is more suited for you.

A FEW MORE THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND SIZE MATTERS

As the owner of a large dog, I can say, size matters. First, there are the limits on where we can live, be it due to a weight limit or breed restriction. Then there's the amount of food he eats—a pound per day. At the same time, there's a big reward. Don't get me wrong, big dogs need homes and love, and because they do require more, unfortunately, oftentimes they get picked over. That said, considering whether a big dog or a small dog is more suited for your life and livelihood will help you avoid being in the position no one wants to be in, and that is having to give up a pet.

NOT QUITE READY?

Remember, fostering is always an op-

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tion. At any given time, there are dogs and cats available to foster through groups like Pensacola Humane Society that can allow you to provide love and care for a pet while determining if you're ready to have one of your own for life. Details: pensacolahumane. org/become-a-foster Or you can always pet sit, either for people you know or through websites like rover.com, to see what it's really like to care for a dog full time on a trial basis.

Details: rover.com

CRUNCHING THE NUMBERS

But wait, how much do pets actually cost? Some studies show that owning a pet can actually cost you seven times more than you think it will. Say what? Ac-

cording to a 2017 CNBC report outlining a study by the UK-based People's Dispensary for Sick Animals, while pet owners may expect to pay anywhere from $1,290$6, 445 over their pet's lifetime, the reality is much different.

Here's a comparison of how much owners actually spend throughout the lifetime of three common pets. (We've rounded to the nearest thousand dollars) Rabbit: $13,000-$19,000 Cat: $22,000-$31,000 Dog: $27,000-$43,000 Where does the money go? We did our own survey, and when asked about monthly expenses for dogs, most identified food as their primary monthly expense,

around $50 and up for a larger dog. Plus, the addition of heartworm and flea prevention comes in at about $20 a month.

Add in grooming and the monthly number climbs closer to $100. Then there are the vet visits, routine or unexpected, the vaccinations and any supplements or medicines your pet takes, not to mention the toys, bedding, one-time purchases or adoption fees and any emergency services you may have to foot the bill for. While cat owners noted food and vet visits being substantially lower, if you have an inside cat, there are still things like litter to consider.

The point is, it all adds up, and these monthly expenses only offer a baseline of what you can expect to pay throughout your pet's life. inweekly.net

Adoption Options

Barks and Bargains

By Jennie McKeon

The Beverly Barkway Thrift Store is one of the newest ways to support the Pensacola Humane Society.

When the nonprofit received a donation of the property on Beverly Parkway last summer, the board was unsure of what to do with the generous gift from Waltraud Herrmann, explained Emily Shelton, retail director for the thrift store.

"We asked the board to let us try to turn it into a thrift store and support the shelter," she said.

On July 5, the Beverly Barkway Thrift Store opened. Donations have been coming in daily, and Shelton said she's already noticed some regular customers coming in to hunt for treasures.

Originally the Parkway Pet Retreat, the store has a unique layout and is meant to be more of a boutique. You'll find select items of home goods displayed neatly in what used to be pet kennels. With the smaller space, thrift store staff and volunteers are choosy about what they put on the sales floor. The general motto is "unique, antique or new," Shelton said.

In addition to things like home dĂŠcor,

kitchen appliances and electronics, the store also has low-cost pet supplies such as leashes and food bowls. It's important to the Barkway Thrift Store team that those items are kept at affordable prices.

"Part of the shelter's mission is to keep animals in the house," said Shelton. "With each adoption at the Humane Society, you get a 10 percent off coupon for the thrift store."

Like any thrift store, Beverly Barkway's inventory is ever-changing. Multiple visits are required. Don't feel guilty about overspending—100 percent of the proceeds benefit the nonprofit.

"The more customers buy, the more room we have to put out good stuff," Shelton said with a laugh.

Shelton said she's excited about the thrift store because it's not only a revenue stream for the shelter, but it is also another outlet to advocate for animals. Half of her customers are avid thrift store shoppers who have become aware of the cause, she said.

The thrift store is also another way for animal lovers to volunteer. With only two paid staff members, volunteers are in dire need to help keep the store running.

"This opens up opportunities to a whole new demographic," she said.

"Volunteering at the shelter can be overly emotional. This is a way to get involved without that kind of pressure or for those with health issues."

Next time you're cleaning out the garage or you're looking for some unique bargains, head to Beverly Barkway Thrift Store. You can also find special items to purchase on the Pensacola Humane Society website under the "thrift" tab.

"Spread the word to your friends and family," Shelton said. "It's shopping, but for a bigger cause."

BEVERLY BARKWAY THRIFT STORE

WHEN: Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. TuesdaysSaturdays WHERE: 817 Beverly Parkway DETAILS: pensacolahumane.org/beverly-barkway-thrift-store

Shades That Do Good

By Toria Clarke

Pura Vida Sunglasses aren't just sunglasses.

They're eco- and animal-friendly sunglasses that just happen to be created by a couple of cool, local entrepreneurs.

Brian and Jami Duncan, owners of the Pensacola-based business, spent some time in Costa Rica for their wedding and honeymoon, and that's where the idea of Pure Vida Sunglasses was born.

The couple wanted to create a product that was eco-friendly and made with materials that were renewable or recycled, August 2, 2018

but they knew they couldn't stop there.

Brian and Jami were so inspired by the wildlife that surrounded them in Costa Rica that they decided their products had to help benefit animals too.

With their combined backgrounds in business and zoology, the couple set out to create a business plan that combined sustainability and charity with fashion. Through the creation of their eco-friendly sunglasses, the couple has been able to donate to charities like the Jaguar Rescue Center Foundation and the Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida.

"Every pair of sunglasses sold means helping out animals in need," Brian told Inweekly.

One of their biggest donations yet has gone to the Loggerhead Marine Life Center in Juno Beach, Fla., where they were able to lend a hand in the rescue of 700-plus sea turtles.

The Duncans have already made an impact on a variety of wildlife charities, but they're always sure to remember their Pensacola roots too.

The couple spends their free time fostering pets in their home, and they're always looking for responsible owners for them. The Duncans used to foster through the Pensacola Humane Society, but since the founding of Pura Vida, they've used some of the profits to help them foster animals independently.

"I'll go to homes and do inspections to make sure that they [the animals] are going to a good place with a good family," said Jami.

The couple stated that the main issue people have with fostering animals themselves is that they don't want to get attached. But they think if you've ever considered fostering, you shouldn't be afraid to put your love into something.

"One of the best parts of fostering animals is seeing the happiness they bring to their new family," said Brian.

To learn more about the brand, their products and the charities they support, visit puravidasunglasses.com.

If you're in the market for a new pet or just looking to volunteer, here's a round-up of local and regional shelters, rescue groups and non-profits.

Alaqua Animal Refuge 914 Whitfield Road (Freeport, Fla.) alaquaanimalrefuge.org Animal Allies Florida aaflorida.org Escambia County Animal Shelter 200 W. Fairfield Drive myescambia.com/community/adoptable-animals Feline Friends of Destin felinefriendsofdestin.org Friends of the Escambia County Animal Shelter ecasfriends.com Hotel For Dogs & Cats 4110 Creighton Road h4dc.org Junior Humane Society juniorhumanesociety.com Northwest Florida Great Dane Rescue nwflgdr.com PAWS (Panhandle Animal Welfare Society) 752 Lovejoy Road (Fort Walton Beach) paws-shelter.com Pensacola Humane Society 5 N. Q St. pensacolahumane.org Phoenix Rising Rescue (Pit Bull Rescue) 40 W. Nine Mile Road phoenixrisingrescue.com Redfox's Animal Rescue redfoxsrescue.rescueme.org Santa Rosa County Animal Shelter 4451 Pine Forest Road (Milton) santarosa.fl.gov/animals Save Underdogs Rescue (Perdido Key) saveunderdogs.com SOCKS (Save Our Cats & Kittens) 498 Carmel Drive (Fort Walton Beach) saveourcatsandkittens.com SouthBARK southbarkanimalrescue.org The Southern Dog thesoutherndog.com 19

10 Petiquette Tips

By Sarah Mc Wilson

Whether you find yourself on a neighborhood sidewalk or wooded trail, at a dog park or pet-friendly patio, close to home or on the open road, here are a list of friendly reminders to take with you when you leave the house and head out with your dog. We're calling them "petiquette" tips for fun. But let's be honest, they are as much for you as they are for your pooch.

1. TRAVEL WITH WATER AND TREATS No matter what time of year, here in Florida, having water and a bowl on hand will help keep your dog hydrated wherever your outing takes you. And treats not only can be a great reward for good behavior, but they can get your pet's behavior back on track if needed or provide a snack to curb your pet's appetite.

2. ROCK A COLLAR If a dog is outside the house, they should be rocking a collar with tags, period. Even if your outing is just a ride in the car, having a collar with visible tags helps ensure your pet's safe return to you should they get separated. Plus, it helps other people feel more comfortable when interacting with your pet.

3. ASK BEFORE APPROACHING OTHER DOGS Whether on-or-off-leash, as harmless as it may seem, getting in another animal's space without asking could cause some serious harm. No matter how nice your dog is, always ask before you let your dog approach other dogs, not while it's already happening. And by asking we do mean asking, not hollering "incoming!" while your pet's leash is already extended all the way out.

4. ALSO ASK BEFORE APPROACHING OTHER HUMANS As cute as you might think it is for your pet to jump on or lick someone else, not everyone is as comfortable with dogs as you are, especially a stranger's dog. Just as you would hope people ask before petting your dog, this rule works both ways.

5. PAY ATTENTION We're not saying no scrolling on your phone at the dog park or while walking your dog.

Actually, maybe we are. It's important to be present with your pet. For their safety, and yours for that matter, you should know what your pet is up to at all times when out in a public space.

6. NOTICE BODY LANGUAGE Just like humans have body language that tells others we are uncomfortable, so do pets. Some dogs might be at ease around a group of humans or animals, while others may see this as an unsettling experience.

Be aware of signs your pet is becoming tired, anxious or uncomfortable in their surroundings.

7. RESPECT RULES I know, I know. I have a dog who loves to be free and off-leash, and sometimes rules feel made just to squash our fun. While in some places running wild and free is okay (like wide-open fields where there is not a single human in sight), most times rules and restraints are in place for good reason, like safety and respect for others. Especially if you're at a pet-friendly business, honoring the rules is important so you don't mess things up for everyone.

iors. If your dog is disrupting the vibe, treats may come in handy and help you positively redirect them. Though sometimes you just gotta know when it's time to go.

9. KEEP THINGS CLEAN By all means, always (and we do mean always) clean up after your pet wherever you are. No one would ever step in dog poop and curse dogs if no one ever left their dog poop where it didn't belong. Fact. Don't be that person.

10. GIVE PLENTY OF PETS AND PRAISE Perhaps the most important part of every outing—praising what went right. Offer your dog plenty of positive feedback for their good behavior. Chances are the more you respond to them positively, the better they'll be for the next time.

8. KNOW WHEN TO GO Just like you probably wouldn't let your small child scream and shout and let it all out in a public space without some level of intervention, with dogs, excessive barking, growling, instigating or knocking humans down are all non-desirable and unacceptable pet behav-

Get Out

A guide to dog parks, beaches and walking trails CITY OF PENSACOLA

Within the city of Pensacola, dogs are welcome to explore all city parks while on a leash. Dogs are allowed off-leash within the designated dog parks at Bayview Park and Roger Scott Athletic Complex. Both parks are open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Bayview Park Dog Park & Dog Beach 2001 E. Lloyd St. (on the south/20th Avenue side of the park) Roger Scott Athletic Complex 2130 Summit Blvd. (between the pool and the tennis center) More information: playpensacola.com

CITY OF GULF BREEZE

The city of Gulf Breeze also offers and operates a designated dog park for off-leash play.

Shoreline Bark Park 800 Shoreline Drive (across from Gulf Breeze Community Center) 020 2

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

The county maintains the following designated dog parks, open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park 10370 Ashton Brosnaham Drive Beulah Regional Park 7820 Mobile Highway Bill Dickson Park 3151 Fenceline Road Lexington Terrace Dog Park 700 S. Old Corry Field Road River Road Park 14484 River Road, Perdido Key (dog beach behind Lost Key Golf Club)

to as "dog parks," the one catch is dogs must remain on-leash while at the beach at all times. Signs are posted to clearly designate the boundaries of these dog-friendly areas. Beach dog park hours are 7 a.m. to sunset during turtle nesting season, which ends Oct. 31. Beginning Nov. 1, dogs can play from sunup to sunset.

Pensacola Beach Dog Park East: Parking lot 28.5 Located at the first parking lot past Portofino Pensacola Beach Dog Park West: Parking lot 21.5 Located at the first parking lot past the last condos on the Gulf

More information: myescambia.com/ourservices/parks-and-recreation/parks-andcommunity-centers

More information: visitpensacolabeach.com/ things-to-do/dog-beach

PENSACOLA BEACH

If you're feeling like a leisurely nature walk with your pup, consider the following local trails.

Jones Swamp Wetland Preserve and Nature Trail

Pensacola Beach is home to two dog beach areas where owners are invited to come enjoy the beach alongside their pup. Though referred

HIKING WITH YOUR PUP

Jones Swamp offers a greenway trail with several trailheads and parking available.

The trail culminates on the east at Lexington Terrace Dog Park.

1131 or 198 Patton Drive; 700 S. Old Corry Field Road Bay Bluffs Preserve This 42-acre nature preserve along a scenic highway features trees, walking paths, boardwalks and bay beach access.

3400 Scenic Highway Edward Ball Nature Trail Explore this leisurely half-mile boardwalk through Thompson's Bayou, hardwood swamp.

11000 University Parkway, UWF Main Campus, trail access behind Bldg. 10 More information: uwf.edu/offices/recreation-and-wellness inweekly.net

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Playing The Splits with Marona and Hotel Colors

By Savannah Evanoff

During the writing process, Marona triggered nerve damage in his hands because the guitar stretches on the song are "really big."

"I remember the night it happened, and my hands weren't the same for a couple months after," Marona said. "(I) didn't really know if I would be able to play guitar again properly ever and had to put my band on pause. It was pretty bad."

Luckily, his hands healed. It was important to Marona to record "Trench Coat" for the split EP to prove he could do it.

"Gluten-free Bread Riot" is a lyrical nod to Marona's lifelong struggle with celiac disease, an immune reaction to gluten. The song's lyrics are a memory from Marona's trip to France and an example of an uncomfortable situation the disease landed him in.

"Doing a semester abroad in France seemed like a challenge because it's pretty much bread all day, every day," Marona said. "The time we spent in Paris when I was there, I would wake up really early and walk three or four miles to a dedicated gluten-free bakery to buy some bread."

Marona and Hotel Colors / Photo by Samantha Earley Nathan Marona and Eric Moeller are used to sharing things.

That's why the former roommates and current bandmates had no qualms about sharing an EP. Marona is the frontman for a three-piece band of the same name, and Moeller is the guitarist and vocalist for two-piece band Hotel Colors and the drummer for Marona.

The Marona/Hotel Colors split is a sixsong EP, featuring three songs from each band. But with specific titles such as "6am" and "Gluten-free Bread Riot," it feels less like a split EP and more like a collage of two similar inner dialogues.

"We just found songs that we both didn't really want to put on the next things," Moeller said. "It made sense stylistically to put them together since they were all acoustic."

The EP features a hint of electric guitar but mostly acoustic and vocals, Moeller said.

Full-length albums are in the works for both bands, but Marona and Moeller found the EP a cozy home for their extra songs.

"I have a lot of material, and I would like August 2, 2018

it all to get out there," Marona said. "Even if something doesn't make it on one of our records, it still has some value."

The Marona half is dark and specific, Marona said. He always gives special attention to the lyrics.

"I've never been good at writing poetry or anything like that. I tend to write in full sentences a lot of the time and use first person." Nathan Marona "I'm a little bit more of a direct storyteller," Marona said. "I've never been good at writing poetry or anything like that. I tend to write in full sentences a lot of the time and use first person."

Despite Marona's approach, one of the most intimate songs on the EP has no lyrics at all, "Trench Coat." The name alludes to a noir soundtrack aesthetic.

"I hope I can prove that I'm a multi-dimensional songwriter to people, capable of doing lots of moods and musical composition in different ways." Marona Marona's friends wanted to climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower one day, meaning Marona would've had to abandon his specialty loaf.

He wasn't about it, hence the word "riot" in the title.

"I was like, 'I'd rather have my bread than this view,'" Marona said.

"It turned it into a big fight."

Marona is used to the challenges of the disease, but it's been a defining part of his life—more than he would like, he said. The EP reflects struggle.

"It's a pretty dark couple set of songs and maybe not as upbeat as a lot of the music we play," Marona said. "I hope I can prove that I'm a multi-dimensional songwriter to people, capable of doing lots of

moods and musical composition in different ways."

Hotel Colors also addressed Marona's celiac disease in "GFWH," which stands for "Gluten-free Waffle House."

Like Marona, Moeller approaches songwriting with specific experiences. He's drawn to writing about the places he's lived in, he said.

The Hotel Colors half of the EP is lyrically about being in a state of trying to figure out life, Moeller said. It's influenced by how he felt last year while living in their shared home.

"Just the weird feelings of not really knowing what's going to happen in the future," Moeller said. "I guess just hoping things are going to get better and be alright."

"It was nice having someone else's perspective and learning from that." Eric Moeller Although Hotel Colors and Marona share musical inspirations, Hotel Colors has a grainier, lo-fi feel to its music, Moeller said. He had fun recording the split EP. "It was really cool getting to work with (Marona) because usually whenever I do recording stuff, it's just by myself," Moeller said.

"It was nice having someone else's perspective and learning from that." {in} Listen to the Marona/Hotel Colors split here: marona.bandcamp.com/album/ marona-hotel-colors-split

MARONA

WHAT: Marona with Ryan Oscillator, Goodwin Rainer and Honeyfitz WHEN: 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9 WHERE: The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. COST: $5 (for 21 and up), $7 (for under 21) DETAILS: facebook.com/maronaband

HOTEL COLORS

WHAT: Hotel Colors' "Romana" CD release with Crystal Coast and Surrounder WHEN: 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16 WHERE: Open Books, 1040 N. Guillemard St. COST: Donation-based entry for Open Books Prison Book Project DETAILS: facebook.com/hotelcolors 21

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calendar THURSDAY 8.2

YOGA WITHIN REACH 9-10 a.m. Free. Community Health Northwest Florida, 2315 W. Jackson St., Room A. healthcarewithinreach.org TEDX SEVILLE SQUARE: CHANGE YOUR MIND CHANGE YOUR LIFE 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

$95. WSRE, 1000 College Blvd.

TIJUANA FLATS BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH 11

a.m.-10 p.m. All guests who donate school supplies get a 10 percent off card. Tijuana Flats, 4970 Bayou Blvd.

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 11 a.m. Molino Branch Library, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com PILATES MAT 12:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT 1-3 p.m. Free. Face painting, door prizes, fashion show. Cordova Mall, 5100 N. 9th Ave. cordovamall.com

CHEF CARLO LIVE COOKING DEMO AND BOOK SIGNING 2 p.m. Margaritaville Beach Hotel,

165 Ft. Pickens Road. margaritavillehotel.com ATLAS BEVERAGE CLASS 5 and 7 p.m. $20.

Atlas Oyster House, 600 S. Barracks St. greatsouthernrestaurants.com AWM WINE TASTING 5-7 p.m. Free. Aragon Wine Market, 27 S. 9th Ave. facebook.com/ aragonwine RADIOLIVE 6 p.m. $10. Roman Street, Mean Mary and Pierce Pettis. Museum of Commerce, 201 E. Zaragoza St. SCOTCH DINNER AT SOUTH MARKET 6-9 p.m. $65. Four course meal and scotch pairings. South Market, 232 E. Main St. facebook.com/eatsouthmarket PRANIC HEALING 6 p.m. Free. Ever'man, 315 W. Garden St. everman.org END OF THE LINE THURSDAY DINNER 6-9 p.m. End of the Line Café, 610 E. Wright St. Sign up for the newsletter for menu. eotlcafe.com AN EVENING WITH BROADWAY'S MARY POPPINS, ASHLEY BROWN 6 p.m. $50. Pen-

sacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com LATIN DANCE CLASSES 6:30-9 p.m. $10.

Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha and more. Professional dance instruction for all skill levels.

No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com

BLUE WAHOOS VS. MONTGOMERY BISCUITS

6:35 p.m. $5 and up. Blue Wahoos Stadium,

Let’s Wine!

Free Wine Tasting Every Thursday AWM 5pm - 7pm

27 S. 9th Ave. | 850•433•9463 AragonWineMarket.com August 2, 2018

351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com

MARY POPPINS 7:30 p.m. $17. Pensacola

Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com

FRIDAY 8.3

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 10 a.m. Pensacola

Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com

FLIGHT NIGHTS 5-7 p.m. $9 for three

3-ounce pours. Aragon Wine Market, 27 S. 9th Ave. aragonwinemarket.com HAPPY HOUR COOKOUTS 5 p.m. Drink specials, free cookout. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com DATE NIGHT DANCE CLASSES 6:30-8 p.m. $8.

Learn several romantic ballroom dance styles in unique group classes. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com BLUE WAHOOS VS. MONTGOMERY BISCUITS

6:35 p.m. $5 and up. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com OPEN MIC 7-11 p.m. Café Single Fin, 380 N. 9th Ave. facebook.com/cafesinglefin MARY POPPINS 7:30 p.m. $33. Pensacola

Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com

SATURDAY 8.4

BUSHWACKER 5K 7:30 a.m. Gulf Breeze

Recreation Center, 800 Shoreline Drive. captnfun.net PALAFOX MARKET 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fresh produce, live plants, baked goods, fine art and antiques. Items originate directly from participating vendors, including dozens of local farmers, home gardeners and area artists. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, N. Palafox. palafoxmarket.com SANTA ROSA FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh local produce, honey, baked goods and live music. Pace Presbyterian Church, Woodbine Road.

OCEAN HOUR CLEAN-UPS 9-10 a.m. Three sites: South end of the Bob Sikes Bridge to Quietwater Beach; Naval Live Oaks Visitor Center at 1801 Gulf Breeze Parkway; and North end of Bob Sikes Bridge at the parking lot before the bridge on the Gulf Breeze side. oceanhourfl.com COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, N. Palafox. palafoxmarket.com PENSACOLA NUMISMATIC SOCIETY SHOW 9

a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Santa Rosa County Auditorium, 4530 Spikes Way, Milton.

STORYTIME SATURDAYS 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $5. Through Nov. 10. Pensacola Children's Museum, 115 Zaragoza St. CHORAL SOCIETY OF PENSACOLA FALL AUDITIONS 10 a.m.-noon. Ashmore Fine

Arts Center, Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd. For ages 16 and up. Set audition time with Charlie Smoke at charlie@ choralsocietyofpensacola.org.

COMPUTER BASICS Noon. Pensacola Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com JUNIOR HUMANE SOCIETY ADOPTION

Noon-4 p.m. PetSmart, 6251 N. Davis Highway. juniorhumanesociety.com BAR BIKE BUILD AT PERFECT PLAIN 4-8 p.m.

Live music and bike building for students at PACE Center for Girls. Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St. facebook.com/ perfectplainbrewingco BLUE WAHOOS VS. MONTGOMERY BISCUITS

6:35 p.m. $5 and up. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com

SUMMER CLASSIC SERIES 'SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT' 7 p.m. $5. Saenger Theatre, 118 S.

Palafox. pensacolasaenger.com MARY POPPINS 7:30 p.m. $33. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com WWE LIVE 7:30 p.m. $19-$107. Pensacola Bay Center, 201 E. Gregory St. pensacolabaycenter.com IMPROVABLE CAUSE 10:30 p.m. $11. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com

SUNDAY 8.5

WAKE UP HIKE 7 a.m. Meet at Bay Bluffs Park, Scenic Highway at Summit Ave., for a brisk one to two-hour walk with brunch to follow at an area restaurant.

PENSACOLA NUMISMATIC SOCIETY SHOW 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Santa Rosa County Auditorium, 4530 Spikes Way, Milton.

BRUNCH WITH LIVE MUSIC 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Café Single Fin, 380 N. 9th Ave. facebook. com/cafesinglefin VEGAN BRUNCH 11 a.m.-2 p.m. End of the Line Café, 610 E. Wright St. Sign up for the newsletter for menu. eotlcafe.com YAPPY HOUR AT PERFECT PLAIN 2 p.m.

Perfect Plain Brewing Co., 50 E. Garden St.

facebook.com/perfectplainbrewingco

MARY POPPINS 3 p.m. $33. Pensacola Little

Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. pensacolalittletheatre.com SWING DANCE CLASSES 4-7 p.m. $10. Professional West Coast swing instruction for all levels. No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com VEGAN AND VINO SUNDAYS 4-7 p.m.

Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox.

HIT A HOME RUN FOR EARLY LEARNING 4 p.m. Free kids' activities and books (while supplies last) with WSRE and Clifford the Big Red Dog. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com BLUE WAHOOS VS. MONTGOMERY BISCUITS

5:05 p.m. $5 and up. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com

MONDAY 8.6

RESUME HELP 11 a.m. Molino Branch Li-

brary, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com

PILATES MAT 1:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man

Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org

GREAT SOUTHERN RESTAURANT WEEK 5

p.m. Through Aug. 12. Three-course dinner for $33 at Great Southern Restaurants. greatsouthernrestaurants.com SEVILLE QUARTER MILERS 5:30 p.m. Runners meet in front of Seville Quarter for a run around downtown Pensacola. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com BLUE WAHOOS VS. MONTGOMERY BISCUITS

6:35 p.m. $5 and up. Blue Wahoos Stadium, 351 W. Cedar St. bluewahoos.com SONGWRITERS AND POETS OPEN MIC 7-9 p.m.

Goat Lips, 2811 Copter Road. goatlips.com HIP-HOP & CONTEMPORARY DANCE CLASSES 8-9 p.m. $5. Learn amazing moves from

professional instructors. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com

TUESDAY 8.7

YOGA WITHIN REACH 9-10 a.m. Free. Community Health Northwest Florida, 2315 W. Jackson St., Room A. healthcarewithinreach.org BLUE ANGELS PRACTICE 11:30 a.m. National Naval Aviation Museum viewing area, 1750 Radford Blvd. navalaviationmuseum.org PILATES ON PALAFOX WITH WILD LEMON

4:30 p.m. Cowork Annex, 13 S. Palafox. beawildlemon.com

Adoption • Paternity • Dependency/DCF Hearings Prenuptial Agreements • Postnuptial Agreements Divorce • Child Custody and Timesharing Child Support • Child Support Modifications Alimony • Collaborative Divorce • Divorce Mediation • Pre-Suit Family Law Mediation

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p.m. Through Aug. 12. Three-course dinner for $33 at Great Southern Restaurants. greatsouthernrestaurants.com COMPLIMENTARY WINE TASTING 5-7 p.m.

So Gourmet, 407-D S. Palafox. sogourmetpensacola.com COUNTRY DANCE CLASSES 6:30 p.m. $10.

Country two step, East Coast swing, competition choreography and more. No partner required. World championship dance instruction for all skill levels. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com BANDS ON THE BEACH 7-9 p.m. Free.

Arts & Culture

≥Events

PMA GALLERY TOURS 2:30 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. Free with museum admission. Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org

HUSTLE: MUSEUM OF SPECTACLE SYMPOSIUM WITH ROBIN BLYN & DEBORAH

WALK 5:30-7:30

p.m. Friday, Aug. 3.

Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org SCRAPS: BLOOD, SWEAT & GLUE OPENING RECEPTION 6-8:30 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 3. Open Books, 1040 N. Guillemard St.

≥Current Exhibits PROJECTIONS: A COLLECTION OF CREATIVITY

Emerald Gold. Gulfside Pavilion, Pensacola Beach. visitpensacolabeach.com COMEDY NIGHT 7 p.m. Swan Neck Meadery, 2115 W. Nine Mile Road. swanneckwinery.com OVER-50 BALLROOM DANCE CLUB 7-9:30 p.m. $5-$10. Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Center, 913 S. I St. Dressy attire (no jeans).

WEDNESDAY 8.8

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP Noon. Molino Branch Library, 6450-A Highway 95A. mywfpl.com PILATES ON PALAFOX WITH WILD LEMON

Noon. Cowork Annex, 13 S. Palafox. beawildlemon.com

On view through Aug. 4. Tammy Caspersen and Suzanne Tuzzeo.

Blue Morning Gallery, 221 S. Palafox. bluemorninggallery. com SCRAPS: BLOOD, SWEAT & GLUE A

collage exhibition.

On view through the end of Aug. Open Books, 1040 N. Guillemard St

HUSTLE: MUSEUM OF SPECTACLE WITH MATTY JANKOWS-

KI, JIMBO EASTER AND JULIA GORTON

On view through Aug. 5. Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org ON THE PASSAGE OF A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME On view

through Aug. 13.

Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org HAVANA On view through Aug. 29.

First City Art

ONE-ON-ONE TECH HELP 3 p.m. Pensacola

Library, 239 N. Spring St. mywfpl.com

GREAT SOUTHERN RESTAURANT WEEK 5

p.m. Through Aug. 12. Three-course dinner for $33 at Great Southern Restaurants. greatsouthernrestaurants.com WATERBOYZ SLOW SKATE 6-7 p.m. Every Wednesday. Skate starts and ends at Waterboyz, 380 N. 9th Ave. waterboyz.com YOGA FLOW 6-7 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org SWING DANCE CLASSES AND PARTY 6:3010 p.m. $10 lesson, $5 party. Professional West Coast swing instruction for all levels

Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. firstcityart.org LIFE IS BUT A DREAM On view

through Aug. 30.

Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox. artelgallery.org HEY JUPITER On view through Aug. 30. Artwork from Marilyn Garrett.

Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox. artelgallery.org FOREST OF THE MIND On view

through Aug. 30.

Artwork from Will Crane. Artel Gallery, 226 S. Palafox. artelgallery.org ANDY WARHOL MYTH/MAKER

On view through Sept. 2. Pensacola Museum, 407 S. Jefferson St. pensacolamuseum.org ON THE PASSAGE OF A BRIEF PERIOD OF TIME On view

through Sept. 2.

Pensacola Museum, 407 S. Jefferson St.

followed by fun and friendly social dancing on the best wood dance floor in the area.

No partner required. DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola Blvd. dancecraftstudios.com MOVIES UNDER THE STARS 7-10 p.m. Free.

LandShark Landing, 165 Fort Pickens Road. margaritavillehotel.com MEDITATION 7:15-8:30 p.m. Free. Ever'man Educational Center, 327 W. Garden St. everman.org FREE DANCE LESSONS 8-8:30 p.m. Free.

Beginner West Coast swing dance lesson.

DanceCraft, 8618 Pensacola S. Blvd. dancecraftfl.com

pensacolamuseum. org ORGANIC ELEMENTS FOR THE ARTFUL SOUL On view Aug. 5

through Sept. 8. Blue Morning Gallery, 21 S. Palafox. bluemorninggallery.com

ICONS OF PENSACOLA On view through

SUBCULTURE On

view until July 2019.

T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, 330 S. Jefferson St. historicpensacola.org

COTTON FIELDS TO CONGRESS: THE LIFE AND CAREER OF EARL HUTTO On

Oct. 31. T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, 330 S. Jefferson St. historicpensacola.org

view at the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum, 330 S. Jefferson St. historicpensacola.org

PUNKSACOLA: REFLECTIONS OF A

GALLERY DAYS

Noon-4 p.m. Sat-

3 COURSES, $33 PER RESTAURANT G RE AT SOU T H E RN RE STAU R A N T S P RE SE N T S

Summer Restaurant Week mAUGUST 6–12n

The Fish House, Jackson’s Steakhouse, Atlas Oyster House, and Five Sisters Blues Café present a seven-day culinary celebration offering chef-selected three-course dinner menus at $33 per person, per restaurant. Menus available each day at 5 p.m., Monday, August 6, through Sunday, August 12.

View menus at greatsouthernrestaurants.com.

JACKSON’S: SOUTH 400 PALAFOX ST., (850) 469-9898 · FISH HOUSE & ATLAS: 600 S. BARRACKS ST., (850) 470-0003 · FIVE SISTERS: 421 W. BELMONT ST., (850) 912-4856 424 2

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calendar urdays. Featuring local artists. To be featured, contact Angel at 941-7354586 or call the restaurant at 4770035. TGI Fridays, 1240 Airport Blvd.

≥Workshops & Classes

POTTERY ON THE WHEEL Six-week

workshops are held Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m., Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-noon, Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center, 1060 N. Guillemard St. Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for non-members. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY ON THE WHEEL Every Mon-

day from 6-8:30 p.m. at First City Art Center. Classes

August 2, 2018

are $40. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

CLAY HAND BUILDING Six-week

workshops are held Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m. and Thursday from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center. Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for nonmembers. For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

CLAY SCULPTURE

Six-week workshops held Saturdays from 9 a.m.-noon at First City Art Center.

Cost is $157.25 for members and $185 for non-members.

For more information, visit firstcityart.org.

≥Call for Films

KITE FILM FESTIVAL

The third annual Kite Film Fest will take place Saturday, November 10 at

Club LA in Destin.

Submissions are currently open for the short film event. The submission process is open until September 1. Kite Film Fest prides itself on simple, inclusive rules that can be viewed on their official website kitefilmfest.com. Further inquiries can be directed to kitefilmfest@gmail.com.

Bars & Nightlife

≥Live Music

THURSDAY 8.2

JOHN RIPLEY 6-9 p.m. Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox SCHATZI AND THE STRING BOFFIN 6-10

p.m. Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes. com COLM KELLY 6 p.m.

McGuire's Irish Pub,

600 E. Gregory St. mcguiresirishpub.com AL MARTIN 6:30 p.m. Doc's Courtyard and Cafe, 5198 Willing St., Milton.

9 p.m. End O' the Alley Courtyard, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com

OPEN COLLEGE JAM WITH MIKE BOCCIA

FRIDAY 8.3

7:30 p.m. Goat Lips Chew and Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

DUELING PIANOS

8 p.m. Rosie O' Grady's Dueling Piano Show. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com

OPEN MIC/JAM

8-11 p.m. Goat Lips Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road. Use our instruments or bring your own.

LIVE MUSIC 8 p.m.

Sandshaker Lounge, 731 Pensacola Beach Blvd. sandshaker.com LIVE MUSIC 7 p.m.

Hub Stacey's, 312 E. Government St. hubstaceys.com

TYLER MAC BAND

LIVE JAZZ WITH JOE OCCHIPINTI Noon.

The Drowsy Poet Coffee Co., 655 Pensacola Beach Blvd.

LIVE MUSIC 6 p.m.

The Deck Bar, 600 S. Barracks St. LIVE MUSIC 6-9 p.m. V. Paul's Italian Ristorante, 29 S. Palafox. vpauls.com EMERLAD COAST BLENDERS 6 p.m.

Paradise Bar & Grill, 21 Via de Luna Drive. paradisebar-grill.com FRWY 98 6-10 p.m.

Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes.com COLM KELLY 6 p.m.

McGuire's Irish Pub, 600 E. Gregory St. mcguiresirishpub.com

AL MARTIN 6:30 p.m.

Doc's Courtyard and Cafe, 5198 Willing St., Milton.

JOHN RIPLEY 7-10 p.m. Skopelos at New World, 600 S. Palafox LIVE MUSIC 7:30 p.m.

Swan Neck Meadery, 2115 W. Nine Mile Road. swanneckwinery.com MIKE BOCCIA 7:45 p.m. Goat Lips Chew and Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

CURT BOL JAZZ QUARTET 8-11 p.m.

Jazz and Flow Cafe, 4238 W. Fairfield Drive.

DUELING PIANOS 8 p.m. Rosie O' Grady's Dueling Piano Show.

Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com MIKE & FRIENDS 8 p.m.-midnight. Goat Lips Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

LIVE MUSIC 8:30 p.m. Hub Stacey's 312 E. Government

St. hubstaceys.com

LIVE MUSIC 9 p.m.

Sandshaker Lounge, 731 Pensacola Beach Blvd. sandshaker.com LIVE MUSIC 9 p.m.

Lili Marlene's, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com LIVE MUSIC 9 p.m.

End O' the Alley, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com LIVE DJ: MR. LAO

10 p.m. Phineas Phogg's, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com LIVE MUSIC 10 p.m.

Apple Annie's, Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. sevillequarter.com

SATURDAY 8.4

MIKE VANESS 12-4

p.m. Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes. com PLATINUM PREMIER

6-10 p.m. Peg Leg Pete's, 1010 Fort Pickens Road. peglegpetes.com LIVE MUSIC 6 p.m.

The Deck Bar, 600 S. Barracks St. fishhousepensacola.com AL MARTIN 6-11 p.m. The Piano Bar, Quality Inn, 7601 Scenic Highway COLM KELLY 6 p.m.

McGuire's Irish Pub, 600 E. Gregory St. mcguiresirishpub.com LIVE MUSIC 7:30 p.m.

Swan Neck Meadery, 2115 W. Nine Mile Road. swanneckwinery.com MIKE BOCCIA 7:45 p.m. Goat Lips Chew And Brewhouse, 2811 Copter Road.

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DIFFERENCE MAKERS BUBBA WATSON WINS FIRST ROUND OF METLIFE MATCHUP The Gulf Coast community rallied behind professional golfer Bubba Watson to help him win the first round of the MetLife MatchUp, securing a $20,000 donation to The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart.

In its second year, the MetLife MatchUp is an online contest that asks fans to vote for the best recovery shot of the week throughout the PGA Tour season. Watson’s recent donation will support the construction of the new four-story Children’s Hospital, which will increase access to specialized pediatric and maternity care and consolidate inpatient pediatric services in one convenient location. Sacred Heart is a member of Ascension, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system.

The next round of the online voting begins August 5. At that time, fans are encouraged to visit the PGA TourMetLife MatchUp website to continue voting for Watson and help him secure the $750,000 grand prize for his selected charities. Should Watson become the 2018 MetLife MatchUp Champion, he has committed to donating $500,000 of the prize to The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart. Fans can vote up to 20 times each day. To receive notifications about Watson and speed the voting process that starts August 5, fans can create a login on the PGA Tour website today using an e-mail address or social media account.

A resident of Pensacola who was born at Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola, Watson has put his star-power to good use by supporting causes that are close to his heart. When Watson won the 2017 MetLife MatchUp, he donated half of his million-dollar prize – as well as an additional $1.6 million – to support the construction of Sacred Heart’s new four-story children’s hospital.

To recognize the ongoing support of the Watson family, Sacred Heart named the entrance road to the new Children’s Hospital as Bubba Watson Drive. The City of Pensacola made the name change official in December.

“Bubba’s steadfast commitment to the health and well-being of our community is evident in how he continues to give back,” said Henry Stovall, president and chief executive officer of Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola and The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart. “We are grateful for his continued generosity and support. His legacy of giving will have an enduring impact on children and families for generations to come.”

Watson is a two-time Master’s Champion and 12 time winner on the PGA Tour. The 2018 MetLife MatchUp kicked-off at the Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale.

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RECENT ALARMING HEADLINE Infamous South Beach street artist Jonathan Crenshaw, 46, attracts a lot of attention in Miami among tourists, who watch him paint on a canvas—using his feet. Crenshaw does not have arms and is homeless.

Profiled in a local newspaper in 2011, Crenshaw told of a difficult childhood (he also claimed Gloria Estefan had given birth to 200 of his children). He landed in the headlines again after stabbing a Chicago man with a pair of scissors on July 10. According to the Miami Herald, Cesar Coronado, 22, told police he had approached Crenshaw to ask for directions, when Crenshaw jumped up and, using his feet, stabbed Coronado.

Crenshaw's story is that as he lay on the pavement, Coronado punched him in the head—so he stabbed him, tucked the scissors into his waistband and walked away.

Police found Crenshaw, who has a lengthy arrest record, nearby and arrested him.

BOLD MOVE Faith Pugh of Memphis, Tennessee, had a date to remember on July 14 with Kelton Griffin. Her casual acquaintance from high school "just out of the blue texted me and asked me to go out," Pugh told WREGTV. They took her car and stopped at a gas station, where Griffin asked Pugh to go inside and buy him a cigar. But while she was inside, "He drove off. I came outside and my car was gone," Pugh said. Shortly, Pugh received a text from her godsister, telling her Griffin had just asked her out on a date. He picked up the godsister in Pugh's car and headed to a drivein movie. "He didn't even have any money," Pugh said. "She actually paid their way to get in the drive-in just so I could get my car back."

Pugh alerted the police to the car's location, and they arrested Griffin for theft of property.

"I hope he's in jail for a long time," Pugh said.

MYSTERY SOLVED On Jan. 25, 71-year-old Alan J. Abrahamson of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, went for his regular pre-dawn walk to Starbucks. What happened on the way stumped police investigators until March, reported The Washington Post, and on July 13 they made their findings public. Images from a surveillance camera show Abrahamson walking out of his community at 5:35 a.m. and about a half-hour later, the sound of a gunshot is heard.

Just before 7 a.m., a dog found Abrahamson's body, lying near a walking path. Police found no weapon, no signs of a struggle; he still had his wallet and phone. Investigators initially worked the case as a homicide, but as they dug deeper into the man's computer searches and purchases over the past nine years, a theory developed: Abrahamson had tied a gun to a weather balloon filled with helium, shot himself, and then the gun drifted away to parts unknown. A thin line of blood on Abrahamson's sweatshirt indicated to police that "something with the approximate width of a string passed through the blood on the outside of the shirt," the final report says. As for the balloon, investigators said it would likely have ascended to about 100,000 feet and exploded somewhere north of the Bahamas in the Atlantic Ocean.

BRIGHT IDEA It's time once again for minor league baseball promotion fun and games!

This time, however, the Montgomery (Alabama) Biscuits managed to tick off a whole generation of baseball fans. The Biscuits announced Millennial Night on July 21, featuring participation ribbons just for showing up, a napping area, selfie stations and lots of avocados, reported Fox News. While some Twitter users thought the promotion was insensitive, others were more philosophical. Dallas Godshall, 21, said, "More than targeting millennials, it's sort of targeting older generations who like to make fun of millennials." Pitcher Benton Ross weighed in: "If it's insensitive, maybe they should just have thicker skin."

REVENGE, TEXAS-STYLE The Austin American-Statesman reported that on June 17, RV park neighbors and longtime adversaries Ryan Felton Sauter, 39, and Keith Monroe got into a heated dispute about an undisclosed subject.

Later that day, Monroe saw Sauter leaving Monroe's RV and asked him why he had gone in without permission, to which Sauter replied, "You'll see why." Going inside, Monroe soon spotted a 3-foot-long rattlesnake. "I freaked out," he said. He used a machete to kill the snake, which strangely was missing its rattles.

Turns out Sauter had bitten off the snake's tail, with its signature warning sound. Sauter has been charged with deadly conduct and criminal trespass. {in}

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PEOPLE AND THEIR PETS Tina Ballard, 56, of Okeechobee County, Florida, was arrested in North Carolina by Linville Land Harbor police on July 16 after fleeing there to "hide (her pet) monkey so that state officials could not take that monkey from her," assistant state attorney Ashley Albright told WPBF News. Ballard's troubles began in May, when the spider monkey, Spanky, jumped out of a shopping cart in an Okeechobee Home Depot and grabbed a cashier's shirt, "leaving red marks on the cashier's shoulder and back." In June, Fox News reported, another Home Depot employee spotted Spanky in the parking lot, having escaped Ballard's truck and dragging a leash. Spanky was spooked by the store's sliding doors and bit the employee on the arm, grabbing her hair and running away.

The employee gave chase and eventually caught Spanky, but not before suffering more bites and scratches. Spanky was in the car when Ballard was arrested and extradited back to Florida; the monkey will be placed in a primate sanctuary.

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