Property Taxes Delinquent April 1

Escambia County Tax Collector Janet Holley reminds everyone that all unpaid real estate and tangible personal property taxes are delinquent April 1. Penalties of 3 percent for real estate taxes and 1.5 percent for tangible taxes will be assessed. Over $28 million remains unpaid, representing approximately 10 percent of the tax roll.  To avoid the…

FWC Approves New Freshwater Bass Conservation Measures

At its meeting on February 11, 2016, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved sweeping changes to streamline bass regulations and increase effectiveness. Commissioners meeting at the Florida Institute of Public Safety near Tallahassee approved implementation of new black bass conservation measures, which will go into effect July 1. Anglers will be allowed…

FWC Considers Modifying 2016 Gulf Recreational Snapper Season

At its February 10 meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a draft rule to modify the 2016 Gulf of Mexico recreational red snapper season. This newly proposed season will be considered for final approval at the FWC’s April Commission meeting in Jupiter. The newly proposed season would be open Saturdays and Sundays in…

Now Accepting Concealed Weapon License Applications

The Warrington Tax Collector Office is accepting applications for concealed weapon licenses (CWL) by appointment only (4051 Barrancas Avenue, Suite A). Appointments can be made online or by calling 850-438-6500 x3252. For a list of frequently asked questions concerning CWLs, click here. Once you have applied, you may check the status of your application, click…