The Summation Weekly - October 15, 2025

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BARKTOBERFEST HAS

GONE TO THE DOGS

By Mary Donovan McClellan

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ark your calendars for October 18, and get ready for a day of furry fun at Seville Square and Fountain Park at the 24th Annual Barktoberfest benefiting the Pensacola Humane Society (PHS). Barktoberfest will take place from 10 am to 4 pm, bringing together dogs, dog lovers and animal advocates for a tail-wagging celebration that has become a beloved Gulf Coast tradition. Best of all, there is no cost to attend this annual familyfriendly event, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun. Barktoberfest isn’t just a party, it's a lifeline for abandoned and neglected animals. Every dollar raised through this event helps provide critical medical care, safe shelter, and the promise of brighter futures for pets in need. The celebration blends fun, community spirit, and compassion, all the while making it a day with a purpose that reaches far beyond the park. This year’s event is proudly presented by the Pensacola Ice Flyers, returning for their third consecutive year as the event’s title sponsor. Known for giving back to the community both on and off the ice, the Ice Flyers have shown incredible commitment to helping animals in need. They join a roster of generous partners including Fishbein Orthodontics, Taylor, Warren, Weidner, Hancock & Barnes, Animal Hospital of Pensacola, Varona Paradies,

Zarzaur Law, Pensacola Lighthouse Museum, Cat Country, Xtreme Logistics Gulf Coast, Ballinger Publishing, Wolfgang and many more whose sponsorships make this event possible year-after-year. What to Expect at Barktoberfest Get ready for a day filled with activities designed to entertain animal lovers of all ages. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy lively contests, exciting races, children’s games and pet adoption opportunities. Barktoberfest is known for its friendly competitions. Competitors can show off their furry companions and vie for Best Owner and Dog Lookalike, Best Trick and the wildly entertaining Best Dog Costume. Children will find plenty to enjoy in the Bow Wow Backyard, a dedicated area filled with games, pup-themed activities and interactive demonstrations that are designed to entertain and educate animal lovers young and old. Visitors can explore booths hosted by local vendors, animal welfare organizations and community partners. These booths will feature everything from pet supplies and specialty treats to information on veterinary services, training and adoption opportunities. Whether you’re competing in a contest, browsing the vendor booths or simply soaking up the atmosphere, Barktoberfest promises a day full of joy, laughter and wagging tails. It’s the kind of event that brings people together, cele-

brates the human-animal bond and raises critical funds for animals who need it most. About Pensacola Humane Society For over 80 years, the Pensacola Humane Society has been a beacon of hope for animals along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Founded in 1943, PHS began with a small group of passionate volunteers determined to make a difference for abandoned and neglected animals. Today, it has grown into a thriving nonprofit shelter dedicated to rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming efforts that transform lives both for animals and the people who love them. PHS works closely with Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties Animal Shelters and animal welfare partners in Okaloosa and Walton counties. Together, these organizations form a united front to promote adoption, reduce overpopulation and improve animal welfare across the region. The partnerships allow resources, knowledge and support to be shared, ensuring that every animal receives the best possible chance at a happy, healthy life. Adoption efforts are at the heart of PHS’s mission. In 2024, the shelter completed 826 adoptions, giving cats and dogs across the Gulf Coast a chance at loving forever homes. With 2025 already off to a strong start, the shelter expects to surpass that number this year, continuing its proud tradition of successful placements. One of PHS’s major commitments is to its spay and neuter

procedures, a number that has exceeded 1,500 since May 2024. Among those surgeries are those provided for Everett Animal Welfare Tag-Neuter-Return Program which humanely manages community cat populations. This program alone has made a significant impact on controlling the number of freeroaming cats in the area, improving the health of the animals while preventing future suffering. The shelter maintains its No-Kill Shelter status with a 2024 save rate of 97.6 percent, well above the 90 percent threshold required for this designation. This achievement reflects the dedication of staff, volunteers and supporters who work tirelessly to ensure every adoptable animal has the opportunity for a second chance. The Pet Pantry, offered twice monthly, distributed more than 10,000 pounds of food and supplies in 2024 alone, providing essential support to families facing financial hardship so they can continue caring for their beloved pets. Volunteers remain the heart of PHS. In 2024, they donated 8,850 hours of service. Their dedication ensures that every animal in PHS’s care receives love, attention, and enrichment while waiting for a forever home. The shelter also invests in its staff through skills and professional development opportunities. This training equips the team with the latest best practices in animal care, adoption programs and commu-

nity outreach, helping PHS remain a leader in animal welfare. Ways to Get Involved Supporting the Pensacola Humane Society comes in many forms. Adopting a pet opens your home and heart to an animal in need, giving them the chance for a loving forever family. Fostering provides temporary care for animals while freeing up space in the shelter for others in crisis. PHS supplies all the necessities for fosters — food, bedding and veterinary care — so volunteers can focus on providing love and socialization. Volunteering offers hands-on ways to help by walking dogs, cleaning kennels, assisting with events or distributing pet pantry supplies. Donations of money, food and supplies also make an immediate impact, funding medical treatments, outreach programs and shelter needs that save lives every day. The PHS Pet Pantry, held twice each month, remains one of the most valued outreach programs, ensuring that families facing tough times can still care for the pets they love. Be part of the community that can make a difference. Join us at Barktoberfest on October 18 from 10 am to 4 pm to celebrate the pethuman bond, enjoy a day of fun and support a brighter future for pets in need. For complete event details and to learn more about the Pensacola Humane Society, visit pensacolahumane.org or email barktoberfest@ pensacolahumane.org. ■

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JAZZ FOR JUSTICE 2025: MUSIC WITH MEANING IN DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA, FEATURING NEW ORLEANS’ PRESERVATION HALL BRASS BAND Get ready for another unforgettable celebration where music and community come together. Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF) is proud to host Jazz for Justice once more on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Museum Plaza, 120 Church St., in the heart of Downtown Pensacola. Admission is free. Made possible by the Pensacola Foo Foo Festival, Jazz for Justice brings the best of New Orleans and Pensacola jazz to the stage. Attendees will experience worldclass jazz performances, delicious food from local restaurants and food trucks, engaging vendors, and family-friendly activities, all while supporting free civil legal help for those most in need across North Florida. A Showcase of Brass and Jazz This year’s Jazz for Justice lineup is tuned to perfection, with an afternoon that swings from smooth grooves to high-energy brass explosions. Kicking things off is a hometown favorite, Whiskey and Water (Pensacola), whose sound flows as effortlessly as their name. With silky jazz vocals poured over Louisiana blues, a splash of reggae, and a kick of Southern rock guitar, they strike the perfect chord to get the crowd swaying. Keeping the music alive, Bon Bon Vivant (New Orleans) turns up the tempo with a performance that’s equal parts spectacle and soul. Blending indie grit, Americana heart, and that unmistakable Crescent City flair, frontwoman Abigail Cosio and saxophonist Jeremy Kelley craft songs that dance between revelry and reflection, proof that their music is as much storytelling as it is rhythm. Bringing it all home with a crescendo, the legendary Preservation Hall Brass Band (New Orleans) takes the stage as the event’s headlining act. This all-star brass ensemble, led by trumpeter Mark Braud, carries the torch of New Orleans’ musical heritage. From timeless parade anthems to spirituals

and classic jazz standards, their sound is the heartbeat of the Big Easy, and it’s guaranteed to bring the crowd to its feet. Family-Friendly Fun Jazz for Justice offers more than music; it’s a true community event. Families can enjoy interactive science activities from the Pensacola MESS Hall, games, and more. Bring kids, grandparents, for an afternoon that feels like a neighborhood block party with worldclass music. Spread out a blanket, set up lawn chairs, and let the little ones dance in the grass while relaxing under the autumn sky. Jazz for Justice makes it easy to enjoy good food, great music, and quality time together in the heart of Downtown Pensacola. Legal Services of North Florida Jazz for Justice is not just about great music; it’s about making a difference. Legal Services of North Florida (LSNF) provides free civil legal help to low-income individuals and families across 16 counties, handling nearly 8,000 cases each year that impact more than 20,000 lives. Attendance and support ensure LSNF can provide civil legal aid to low-income individuals and families at no cost. With a commitment to justice and equity, LSNF strives to break down barriers and empower communities through legal advocacy and support. The annual Pensacola Foo Foo Festival event series is produced by Art, Culture, and Entertainment, Inc. (ACE), taking place Oct. 30, 2025, through Nov. 10, 2025. About Art, Culture, Entertainment, Inc. (ACE) ACE is a nonprofit organization that receives Federal, State of Florida, Escambia County, City of Pensacola, corporate, foundation, and personal funds. ACE disperses these funds through an equitable granting process to nonprofit arts, culture, and entertainment organizations throughout Escambia County, Fla., and promotes Escambia County as an arts and cultural destination through the annual Foo Foo Festival and other marketing efforts.

RC VETERANS SERVICE PARTNERS WITH FLORIDA VETERAN SUPPORT LINE & VETERAN-OWNED SMOOTHIE KING The Florida Veterans Support Line (FVSL) and the Santa Rosa Veterans Service Office have partnered with local, veteran-owned Smoothie King to offer veterans a chance to learn more about local resources and get answers to questions about general benefits and compensation monthly.

The event is held on the last Thursday of every month at the Smoothie King located at 4952 Hwy. 90 in Pace. Veterans are encouraged to stop by Smoothie King to meet with representatives, explore available resources and gain insights into benefits and compensation programs.

PENSACOLA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EARNS A+ BOND RATINGS FROM THREE REPORTING AGENCIES Pensacola International Airport (PNS) has achieved A+ bond ratings with a Stable Outlook from three reporting rating agencies—Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Ratings, and Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA)—a major milestone that underscores the airport’s strong financial management, prudent leadership, and continued growth trajectory. The accomplishment marks a dramatic transformation from just a decade ago, when Pensacola’s airport bonds were rated near the bottom among U.S. airports. Today, Pensacola International Airport stands among the most financially sound smallhub airports in the nation—an achievement reflecting both the airport’s fiscal discipline and the city’s economic strength. “This achievement is a true testament to our team’s financial stewardship and long-term planning,” said Matt Coughlin, Executive Airport Director at Pensacola International Airport. “Receiving A+ ratings across the board validates the strength of our airport and our city, and positions us to continue investing in the infrastructure that supports Pensacola’s growth and connectivity.” According to Fitch Ratings, Pensacola International Airport’s A+ rating reflects a “solid growth trend and relatively low volatility in enplanements, as well as by robust financial flexibility supported by a low debt burden, and a strong cash position.” S&P Global Ratings cited the airport’s “prudent

financial management practices” and “historical peaks in activity fueled by investment by the aerospace, health care, the U.S. military, and hospitality industry.” In its report, KBRA noted that the A+ rating reflects Pensacola International Airport’s “growing air trade area economy; balanced business, leisure, and military travel market which generated rapid growth in passenger activity over most of the last decade; sound operating performance, fueled by healthy nonairline revenue generation; and ample liquidity.” These ratings come as Pensacola International Airport continues to experience record passenger growth and embarks on a $130 million terminal expansion and modernization program that will increase capacity to 2.4 million enplanements and add five new gates. “Strong ratings like these are not just about the airport—they’re a reflection of the strength of our entire community,” said Mayor D.C. Reeves. “They affirm that Pensacola is a city on the rise, with an airport that’s well-positioned to meet the needs of our residents, businesses, and visitors for decades to come.” With A+ ratings from all three agencies, Pensacola International Airport is positioned for continued success as it prepares for its next decade of growth, ensuring that Pensacola remains one of the Gulf Coast’s premier destinations for business and leisure travel.

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COX EMPLOYEES AWARD $50,000 TO LOCAL NONPROFITS

Cox Communications employees have awarded a total of $50,000 in grants to 10 local nonprofits, through Cox Charities Community Investment Grants. The program provides employee funded grants of up to $5,000 to support a special program benefiting residents in the area. Earlier this year, organizations were invited to submit applications for funding. This year’s recipients of the Cox Charities Community Investment Grants are: Autism Pensacola – Funding will support Kids for Camp, a six-week summer program serving 75 children and teens with autism in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. The program blends individualized instruction using ABA principles with enrichment activities to build communication, social and life skills. Grant dollars will fund certified staff, data-driven progress tracking, peer buddy inclusion, and caregiver respite. Emerald Coast Autism Center – The grant will support the purchase of Vibe smartboards for ECLC classrooms, enhancing academic and vocational instruction for students with autism. These tools will help bridge gaps in learning by supporting individualized goals in language, social skills and functional academics. Grant dollars will improve student engagement, track progress, and promote achievement throughout the 2025–26 school year, helping each learner reach their highest potential. Emerald Coast Science Center, Inc. – Grant funds will be used to support the development and delivery of 20 to 25 free Family Science Night events across Northwest Florida, reaching over 7,600 students and caregivers. Each event features 15 hands-on STEAM activity stations themed around Nocturnal Nature, promoting curiosity, learning, and family engagement. Gulf Coast Council, Scouting America – This Cox Charities grant will support STEAM education for 1,800 youth ages 5 to 18 in underserved Gulf Coast communities through STEM merit badges, mobile STEAM labs, monthly STEAM Saturdays and mentorship from local professionals. Grant dollars will expand access to hands-on learning, track badge completions and event attendance, and foster long-term interest in STEM careers. Gulf Coast Kid’s House – This grant will help support the creation of a therapeutic garden at Gulf Coast Kid’s House, offering a healing space for children and families affected by trauma. Designed in partnership with Green Procedures, the garden will promote emotional wellness, sensory regulation, and environmental education. Grant dollars will help build a calming, inclusive space that supports therapy services, staff well-being, and future outreach for child abuse prevention. Gulfarium CARE Foundation - Funding will support the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of at least 150 sea turtles along Florida’s Gulf Coast in 2025. Grant dollars will be used for veterinary equipment, tanks, climate control systems, emergency response supplies, & care materials. Additionally, funds will support STEAMbased youth education programs reaching over 5,000 students, promoting marine conservation and sustainability. Institute for Human and Machine Cognition - IHMC offers Science Saturdays and Summer Robotics Camp at both its Pensacola and Ocala locations. The goal of Science Saturdays is to spark an interest in science among children, at an early enough age to influence educational outcomes.

These events are fun and designed to complement science as taught schools. Science Saturdays create opportunities for hands-on participation and enjoyment— a hook, so to speak, that leads to increased enthusiasm for appreciating science topics in school. Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center – With this grant, the Center will host six inclusive STEAM workshops for up to 144 youth, including underserved and autistic participants, combining marine conservation education with ceramic art. Students will tour the Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, meet a sea turtle ambassador, and create eco-friendly clay tokens and medallions. Grant dollars will promote environmental awareness, artistic expression, and sustainability, while replacing plastic scavenger hunt tokens and supporting nonprofit operations through medallion sales. S4P Synergy, Inc. - Funding will support a Back to School Bash serving 400 underserved individuals with free school physicals, supplies, clothing, food and family-friendly activities. The event will also offer cybersecurity training for parents and access to health and insurance resources. The Seaside School - The Dream Big STEAM Leaders Program is designed to expand STEM opportunities by doubling student participation in robotics, drones, and Weather STEM activities, while increasing enrollment among female and underrepresented students. The program will also integrate virtual reality and 3D printing to foster innovation and collaboration skills. In addition to STEM, the initiative will launch and grow a theatre program that offers daily instruction and after-school productions, helping students build communication, creativity, confidence and collaboration, while uncovering hidden strengths and talents. “We are incredibly grateful to Cox for supporting our Family Science Night program. This grant will allow the Emerald Coast Science Center to bring even more hands-on STEM learning opportunities directly into schools, reaching thousands of students and families across our region,” said Kate Fox, development coordinator of the Emerald Coast Science Center. “Family Science Night is unique in that it not only sparks curiosity in science, but also brings families together to learn, explore, and problem-solve side by side. With Cox’s support, we can continue breaking down barriers to access and help schools provide engaging, real-world experiences that inspire the next generation of innovators.” Cox Charities is a charitable giving initiative of Cox Communications fully funded by Cox employees and business partners. The funds raised are then invested annually as Cox Charities Community Investment Grants to organizations that align with our focus areas of youth innovation programs focused on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM); conservation and sustainability initiatives; and equal opportunity. A total of $315,000 is being awarded to 63 grant recipients throughout Cox’s East Region. “Supporting our community isn’t just part of our job, it’s who we are at Cox. Whether it’s our employees giving money from their own pockets to fund these local nonprofit grants, or rolling up our sleeves to volunteer, our team shows up with heart and purpose,” said David Deliman, Cox Gulf Coast market vice president. “This community means a lot to us, and I’m incredibly proud of how our employees continue to make a real difference every day.” For more information visit the Cox Charities website.

KID’S SLOW RIDE RETURNS TO EAST HILL Join Bike Pensacola for the most popular bike ride in town--the Slow Ride. Each month we explore the quiet, scenic streets of Pensacola's many historic neighborhoods for a fun and leisurely ride among friends. For October we are joining with The Last Mile to host a Kids' Slow Ride followed by a Bike Safety Rodeo. Kids will ride (and parents can join them) a little less than a mile to a nearby East Hill park and back, escorted by motorcycle officers of the Pensacola Police Department. Free snacks will be provided for kids following the Ride. No registration is required and the Kids’ Slow Ride is free. After the Ride the Bike Safety Rodeo will take kids through a ride course setup in the Square to teach safe riding skills. The adult Slow Ride will also roll from Malaga Square at 12 noon. More information

is available at bikepensacola.org, or on Bike Pensacola’s Facebook page. Because most cyclists are self taught, each month we offer information about bicycle laws, safety tips, and addressing different bicycling skills that will help keep rides safe and enjoyable. The ride will be about one hour and ten minutes long, at a casual pace. Nobody will be dropped or left behind. Children must be at least 10 years of age to ride their own bicycle, and ages 10 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No pets are allowed on the Rides. Cyclists under 16 must wear a helmet by law; ages 16 and up helmets are recommended but are not required by law. We will enjoy a ride escorted by officers of the Pensacola Police Department. To learn more visit the Bike Pensacola website or Facebook page.

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GULF WINDS CREDIT UNION STRENGTHENS SUPPORT FOR LOCAL SENIORS WITH $10,000 GIFT TO COUNCIL ON AGING OF WEST FLORIDA Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to contribute a $10,000 gift to Council on Aging of West Florida in support of programs that help older adults live healthy, independent lives. Recently, Gulf Winds presented the first half of the donation—$5,000—as part of a month-long matching campaign focused on expanding critical services that promote nutrition, socialization, and movement. The second half of the gift will be presented on Giving Tuesday. For over 50 years, Council on Aging of West Florida has dedicated each day to serving, supporting, and advocating for aging adults in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties by providing services such as Meals on Wheels, the Retreat Adult Daycare and Senior Companion programs. “The Council on Aging is a lifeline for seniors in our community,” Gulf Winds Credit Union President and CEO Daniel Souers said. “We are honored to partner with an organiza-

tion that is driving real, lasting change, and building a stronger, more caring community.” As a long-standing supporter of Council on Aging, Gulf Winds is also grateful for the opportunity to support aging adults beyond financial giving. Through sponsorship of events like Kites on the Coast and hands-on volunteer efforts at Council on Aging’s Adult Daycare, the Retreat, this partnership reflects Gulf Wind’s continued commitment to making a meaningful difference, one act of support at a time. “At Council on Aging, we serve 2,200 seniors in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties,” Council on Aging of West Florida President and CEO Josh Newby said “This vital work would not be possible without the support of organizations like Gulf Winds. Every Gulf Winds and donor dollar truly does have a measurable and tangible impact. With their help, we’re furthering our mission to support seniors and celebrate the lives they’ve lived.”

CITY OF PENSACOLA COMPLETES HISTORIC REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION OF BAPTIST HOSPITAL LEGACY CAMPUS The City of Pensacola announced today the successful completion of its acquisition of the Baptist Hospital legacy campus located on E and Moreno Streets, marking a significant milestone in the city's revitalization efforts. The property transfer, totaling approximately 41 acres, finalized through a donation agreement with Baptist Health Care, represents one of the most transformational development opportunities in Pensacola's recent history. The agreement originated from a letter of intent signed in early January 2024 by Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves and Mark Faulkner of Baptist Health Care, stating that Baptist would donate the legacy campus to the city for redevelopment upon the city securing sufficient funding for demolition and remediation. "This is a monumental step forward for the entire Pensacola community, particularly for this historic neighborhood surrounding the campus," said Mayor D.C. Reeves. "This is a testament to what we can achieve when the city, our local partners, and the state legislature align on a vision to do what is right for our citizens. We take on these big projects so we can move uncertainty to action." "The donation of our Legacy Campus to the City of Pensacola reflects Baptist Health Care’s enduring commitment to the community we’ve proudly served for more than seven decades,” said Mark Faulkner, CEO and President of Baptist Health Care. “We’re excited to see this property reimagined in a way that continues to benefit our entire region and we’re appreciative for the city’s visionary leadership in shaping a vibrant future for this

historic site. This collaboration among the city, the state of Florida, and the county will be a model for other communities to follow." District 7 City Councilman Delarian Wiggins adds, “As we take down these walls, we are not erasing history. We’re laying the foundation for hope. What once served as a place of healing will rise again as a place of living, reminding us that every ending carries within it the promise of a new beginning.” The acquisition includes the former hospital buildings and surrounding property that served the Pensacola community for over seven decades, before Baptist Health Care transitioned operations to its new healthcare complex in 2023. Next Steps and Timeline With the property now under city ownership, the next phase involves comprehensive demolition and environmental remediation of the site. The remediation aspect will address any toxic materials that contribute to the project's complexity and cost. The city has been working aggressively on the agreement and timeline, with demolition anticipated to begin at the end of this year and conclude in summer 2027. Mayor Reeves and the city are planning a series of public engagement sessions to include residents of the surrounding neighborhood as well as members of the military. The City of Pensacola will provide regular updates on the demolition timeline and future redevelopment plans for the site. Public input opportunities will be announced as the project progresses.

UF/IFAS EXTENSION SANTA ROSA COUNTY PEANUT BUTTER CHALLENGE The UF/IFAS Santa Rosa County Extension Service asks community members to donate unopened jars of peanut butter to their office or other participating locations during the month of October. The donations are then given to local food pantries and other partners in the fight against food insecurity. In 2024, Santa Rosa County collected 2,102 jars/2,940 pounds of peanut butter. In addition to community donations, the Florida Peanut Producers Association (FPPA) and Florida Peanut Federation (FPF) have partnered with the project for years. These organizations are based in the northwest and northeast peanut-producing regions of the state and will again contribute to the totals distributed to food pantries in those regions. Current drop locations include: • SRC Libraries in Jay, Milton, Pace, Navarre, and Gulf Breeze (find locations online) • UF/IFAS Extension Office in Jay at 5259 Booker Lane

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• UF/IFAS Extension Office in Milton, 6263 Dogwood Drive • SRC Administration Complex, 6495 Caroline Street in Milton • SRC Clerk of Courts, 6495 Caroline Street in Milton • SRC Chamber of Commerce, 4315 Avalon Boulevard in Milton • Clyde L. Gracey Community Center, 5629 Byrom Street in Milton • Pace Water System, 4401 Woodbine Road in Pace • Jay Co-Op, 3822 Coleman Avenue in Jay • Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, 1804 Prado Street in Navarre • Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center, 8740 Gulf Boulevard in Navarre • Santa Rosa County Visitor Information Center, 8543 Navarre Parkway in Navarre For more information, contact the Santa Rosa County Extension Office by phone at 850-623-3868.

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CITY OF PENSACOLA ISSUES NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF PENSACOLA MOTOR LODGE The City of Pensacola has issued a notice of intent to dispose of 2305 W. Cervantes St. and 2301 W. Cervantes St., currently known as the Pensacola Motor Lodge. The purpose of this notice is to inform the public of the city's plan to solicit proposals from qualified developers interested in purchasing the property for redevelopment with the goal of delivering long-term affordable housing. Interested parties who wish to be considered for this opportunity must submit a proposal to the city no later than 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025.

Project and participation requirements will be posted on the City of Pensacola’s website here. The city intends to transfer ownership of the above-referenced property to a qualified developer committed to creating affordable housing. This redevelopment initiative advances the city’s commitment to increasing housing opportunities, strengthening neighborhood stability, and supporting the urban design principles outlined in the Westside CRA Plan Update 2025. For more information, please send all questions to redevelopment@cityofpensacola.com.

SANTA ROSA COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL SEEKING PARTICIPANTS FOR NOV. 11 VETERANS DAY PARADE The Santa Rosa County Veterans Memorial Foundation will be holding its annual Veterans Day parade and ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Organizations interested in participating in the parade should contact Vickie Powers at the Veterans Memorial

Plaza by calling 850-860-2427 or emailing vetplaza@santarosa.fl.gov. The parade will kick off at 9:30 a.m. at the parking lot at Milton High School and conclude with a ceremony at the Veterans Memorial in Downtown Milton at 11 a.m.

UWF HAAS CENTER AWARDED $400K NSF EPIIC GRANT The University of West Florida’s Haas Center has been awarded a $400,000 Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation Capacity, or EPIIC, grant from the National Science Foundation. The three-year grant will support the creation of a new Office of Industrial Innovation, which will serve as a front door to connect UWF faculty experts with regional industry needs, making it easier for businesses to access the University’s research capabilities and talent. Housed within the Haas Center, the Office of Industrial Innovation will serve as a centralized hub for industry collaboration. The office will identify faculty subject matter experts, connect them with businesses in need of research and development support, and ensure partnerships move at the speed of business. This initiative will also create funded research opportunities for students, giving them valuable hands-on experience with real-world projects. “With this seed funding, we aim to establish mechanisms that enable our researchers to pursue public- and private-sector opportunities at the speed of business, unbound by the constraints of the academic calendar,” said Nicole Gislason, executive director of UWF’s Haas Center and co-principal investigator. The grant is part of a project called Advancing Regional Innovation through Sustainable Engagement, or ARISE. The project’s goal is to enhance institutional capacity for applied research partnerships with industry, government and other educational institutions, strengthening each university’s role in regional economic development. UWF is one of five universities comprising the ARISE initiative, along with Frostburg State University, Northern Virginia Community

College, University of Texas Permian Basin and University of Wisconsin–Parkside. “The technical knowledge and skills of UWF faculty researchers is world-class, reflecting their extensive academic and professional preparation,” said Dr. Matthew Schwartz, professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and co-principal investigator. “The goal of NSF EPIIC and the UWF Office of Industrial Innovation is to make sure that UWF can easily establish contractual partnerships to connect regional industries, municipalities, NGOs and other groups with UWF researchers in support of regional research and development.” The EPIIC program was designed to help smaller research universities like UWF expand their role as key contributors to regional economic growth. The grant will allow UWF to build the infrastructure and processes needed to better partner with private industry, support workforce development and ultimately strengthen the region’s capacity for innovation. The effort also positions UWF to contribute to national research priorities in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, biotechnology, cybersecurity, energy efficiency technologies and materials science. “UWF is full of talent that some in the community are not aware of,” said Dr. Mohamed Khabou, dean of the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering and co-principal investigator. “This grant will help unveil these talents to the regional industries and kickstart new opportunities in key areas of the economy.” For more information about UWF’s Haas Center, visit the Haas Center website.

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF PENSACOLA HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL PINS FOR A PURPOSE The Junior League of Pensacola is hosting its 2nd annual fundraiser Pins for a Purpose on November 1st, 2025 at 3 p.m. at Cordova Lanes as we raise money for our current initiatives. We would like to invite our local businesses and organizations to be a part of our fundraiser to continue making an impact in our community by sponsoring this event. The success of this event fuels the Junior League of Pensacola’s mission to advance women’s leadership and strengthen families throughout our community. Proceeds directly support impactful initiatives such as Healthy Halloween, our Diaper Bank distributions, and leadership development programs that empower women to drive positive change. Together, these programs ensure children have access to essential resources & women have the tools to make a lasting impact. The Junior League of Pensacola’s Diaper Bank plays a vital role in supporting families

across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Diaper need affects 1 in 2 families, often forcing parents to make difficult choices between diapers and other essentials. Through this program, the League has distributed thousands of diapers and wipes, helping to bridge that gap and ensure that children have the care and comfort they deserve. Round up your crew and roll into an unforgettable afternoon of fun, flair, and friendly competition at Pins for a Purpose! From exciting chance drawings and tasty food and drinks for purchase to karaoke that'll have you singing your heart out, there's something for everyone. Plus, don’t miss the award categories that celebrate the spirit of the game and the joy of giving. Let’s make a difference together. Grab your tickets today and help us strike out hardship, one pin at a time.

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CITY OF PENSACOLA INVITES COMMUNITY INPUT ON BAY BLUFFS PARK PROJECT

BRACE TO LEAD SANTA ROSA COUNTY LONG-TERM RECOVERY GROUP

The City of Pensacola invites the public to give their input as it embarks on preserving Bay Bluffs Park, in coordination with Conservation Florida. A public listening session is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22 from 6:30 to 8 pm at the Vickrey Community Center located at 2130 Summit Blvd. in Pensacola. The Bay Bluffs Park project represents a significant investment in Pensacola's park system and in preserving its cultural significance. This public listening session will provide residents with the opportunity to learn about the project's scope and offer input that will help shape the future design of the site.

BRACE (Be Ready Alliance Coordinating for Emergencies), Northwest Florida’s leading community-based disaster preparedness and recovery organization, is proud to announce that it will assume leadership of the Santa Rosa County Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG). The Santa Rosa LTRG serves as a vital coalition of community partners working together to support residents in the aftermath of disasters by coordinating resources, services, and recovery efforts. Under BRACE’s leadership, the group will strengthen collaboration, streamline case management, and ensure disaster-impacted families receive the long-term support they need to rebuild their lives. “Santa Rosa County has a strong history of neighbors helping neighbors, and BRACE is honored to support that tradition,” said Dr. Nick Jackson, BRACE CEO. “By working alongside Santa Rosa County Emergency Management, faith-based organizations, nonprofits, and local leaders, we will ensure that recovery resources reach those who need them most—efficiently, effectively, and compassionately.” Since its founding in 2006, BRACE has coordinated disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts across Escambia County and beyond. The organization

Thanks to a $2.2 million state grant awarded to the city and Conservation Florida, the city is now ready to begin work on returning public access to the park. It has been closed for two years after the boardwalk system was determined too dangerous to remain open following storms and progressive deterioration. This listening session is the first step in a process to reopen the park. The feedback gained at this event will help as the city begins the design phase. For those unable to attend the October 22 meeting, an online survey is available through November 5.

TOURISM TO GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE CONTRIBUTES $514M TO LOCAL ECONOMIES A new National Park Service report shows that 7.8 million visitors to Gulf Islands National Seashore in 2024 spent $411 million in communities near the park. A total of 88% of the visitors were nonlocals. The park’s campgrounds continue to remain the top 3 most recreated RV campground in the national park system. “People come to Gulf Islands National Seashore from far and wide to enjoy the emerald coast waters and world class, sugarlike sand beaches and rich cultural history of the seashore in Florida and barrier islands in Mississippi, which also translates to their supporting the various local gateway communities and associated economies,” said Superintendent Rick Clark. “We’re proud that visitation to Gulf Islands National Seashore also results in the support to our gateway communities, including Pensacola, Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, and Navarre in Florida and Ocean Springs, Biloxi, and Gulf Port in Mississippi.” The National Park Service report, 2024 National Park Visitor Spending Effects, finds that visitors spent $29 billion in communities near national parks. This spending

provided $18.8 billion in labor income and $56.3 in economic output to the U.S. economy. The lodging sector had the highest direct contributions with $11.1 billion in economic output. Restaurants received the next greatest direct contributions with $5.7 billion in economic output. An interactive tool is available to explore visitor spending, labor income, and total economic contribution by sector for national, state and local economies. Users can also view year-by-year trend data. The interactive tool and report are available on the NPS website. To learn more about national parks in Florida and Mississippi and how the National Park Service works with the communities to help preserve local history, conserve the environment, and provide outdoor recreation, go to nps.gov/guis. About the National Park Service. More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for America’s 430+ national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at nps.gov, and on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

NORTHWEST FLORIDA WATERSHEDS PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM PUBLIC INPUT MEETING, OCTOBER 15 The Northwest Florida Water Management District is hosting a public workshop to share information about the Northwest Florida Watersheds Partnership Program and obtain input regarding the prioritization of sub-basins for work plan development and project implementation. The workshop for the Perdido and Pensacola Bay Watersheds will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Santa Rosa County Auditorium, 4530 Spikes Way in Milton. The Northwest Florida Watersheds Partnership Program will provide funding for planning, data collection, design, and implementation of projects to enhance water quality, aquatic habitat, and water supply in

priority sub-basins within the Northwest Florida Water Management District. To maximize effectiveness, the Program will be implemented in coordination with local and county governments, regional entities, and other interested and affected parties including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the Choctawhatchee Basin Alliance, and the three Panhandle Estuary Programs: the Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program, Choctawhatchee Bay Estuary Program, and the St. Andrew and St. Joseph Bays Estuary Program. For more information, visit the website nwfwater.com/water-resources/surfacewater-improvement-and-management/.

UWF SECURES $1.5M U.S. DOE GRANT TO EXPAND CIVIC EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a three-year, $1,555,318 grant to the University of West Florida to expand the UWF Summer Institute for Civics Educators into the Academy of American Civic Republicanism. The new Academy will provide yearround opportunities to strengthen civic education for K-12 teachers, UWF students and the Northwest Florida community. “One of the most exciting projects our department has undertaken in recent years has been the development of our Summer Institutes for middle and high school teachers of civics, American government and U.S. history," said Dr. David Ramsey, professor and chair of the UWF Reubin O'D. Askew Department of Government. “This funding will help to ensure continued support and expansion of these efforts to promote civil discourse and civic education, both here on campus and in the community.” Building on the success of the Summer Institute for Civics Educators, the Academy of American Civic Republicanism will serve as a year-round academic unit, offering specialized training for Northwest Florida educators, developing undergraduate courses on principles of Civic Republicanism in Colonial America and the American

founding and establishing a post-doctoral fellowship to support teaching and research. Programming will also include guest lectures, public debates and training on the Florida Civics and Debate Initiative, all designed to engage both students and the wider community. To enhance these efforts, the Academy will draw on the expertise and resources of the UWF Historic Trust, Archaeology Institute, Reubin O’D. Askew Department of Government and the UWF Speech and Debate team. “The programming that this grant will help us advance education at all levels on the unique system of government of the American republic and the particular civic way of life that supports it,” said Clifford Humphrey, chief of staff and vice president of strategic initiatives. “We are blessed to live in the greatest country in the history of the world, and it is our duty and pleasure to teach the citizens of this region about its noble principles and history.” Through this combination of professional development, academic coursework and public programming, UWF is laying the groundwork for the Academy to become a degree-granting entity focused on civic thought and leadership.

manages the Escambia Long-Term Recovery Group, operates as the fiscal agent and Volunteers and Donations Lead for Escambia County Emergency Management, serves as the Citizen Corps Council, coordinates CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) programs across multiple jurisdictions, leads the Pensacola Fire Corps, and provides training and volunteer mobilization throughout the region. Santa Rosa County Emergency Management welcomed the expanded partnership. “Having BRACE step into this leadership role strengthens our community’s ability to recover from disasters,” said Tom Lloyd, Santa Rosa County Public Safety Director. “We are confident that BRACE’s experience and expertise will provide strong guidance for long-term recovery in Santa Rosa County.” The Santa Rosa LTRG will convene local partners regularly to assess recovery needs, allocate resources, and ensure that individuals and families affected by disasters have access to assistance. BRACE will serve as program manager, facilitating meetings, coordinating case management, and supporting fundraising efforts to sustain recovery work. For more information about BRACE and its role in disaster recovery, visit the website bereadyalliance.org or call (850) 739-3981.

CITY OF PENSACOLA ANNOUNCES DAVID STAFFORD AS NEW CITY ADMINISTRATOR Mayor D.C. Reeves announced today the appointment of David Stafford as City Administrator for the City of Pensacola. Stafford, a Pensacola native with over 30 years of experience in government management and public leadership, will lead the city's administrative operations and work closely with Mayor Reeves to advance the city's strategic priorities. "We are fortunate to have a person of David's caliber leading our team at the City of Pensacola," Mayor D.C. Reeves said. "David's deep knowledge of our city, his credibility with our constituents, his leadership acumen, and his sterling reputation nationally for public service will continue to push Pensacola to new heights. It's an honor to get to work with him, and I'm excited to get going." "I am honored and humbled to serve as Pensacola’s City Administrator,” said David Stafford. “Pensacola is a city with incredible momentum, and I'm excited to work alongside Mayor Reeves and the talented team he has assembled to build on that success. My career has been dedicated to public service and bringing people together to solve problems. I look forward to applying that experience to help move our city forward. This is a special place, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve the community that has given so much to my family and me." Stafford brings extensive experience in government administration and organizational leadership to his new role. He served as Escambia County Supervisor of Elections for nearly two decades from 2005 to 2024. As a constitutional officer, he was responsible

for voter registration, election administration, and candidate qualifying for more than 300,000 citizens. In that capacity, Stafford managed a multimillion-dollar budget and oversaw staff recruitment and training, including more than 600 election workers. He led the adoption of new voting systems, innovative technology, and cybersecurity protocols, while also providing national leadership on election administration through service on multiple advisory boards, committees, and working groups. Following his tenure as Supervisor of Elections, Stafford was appointed as Election Security Advisor for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, where he directed operational risk management and cybersecurity initiatives across eight southeastern states. Most recently, Stafford served as Vice President of Accounts at Enhanced Voting, leading client success efforts and driving innovative solutions for election officials. Throughout his career, Stafford's leadership has been marked by collaborative engagement with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as private and nonprofit partners. He has served on multiple national advisory boards and held office as President of the Florida Supervisors of Elections Association. In 2022, he was inducted into the National Association of Election Officials Hall of Fame. David Stafford’s first day with the City of Pensacola is Oct. 27.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Legals Notice of Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA SERVISFIRST BANK, an Alabama Corporation, Plaintiff, vs. ALCIDE WILTZ, IV; WHITE CEDAR GARDENS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, INC.; and DIANNE WILTZ, Defendants. Case No.: 2024 CA 001353 NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pam Childers, Clerk of the above named Court, pursuant to the Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered July 7, 2025, in this cause, pending in said Court, on October 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. CST, or as soon thereafter as is practicable, at www.escambia.realforeclose.com, will offer for sale and sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash, the following described real property situate in the County of Escambia, State of Florida, to-wit: Lot 44, Block A, White Cedar Gardens, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 17, Page 20, Public Records of Escambia County, Florida. Commonly known as 1017 Black Walnut Trail, Pensacola, Florida 32514 and including the building, appurtenances, and fixtures located thereon. ANY PERSON CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE SURPLUS FROM THE SALE, IF ANY, OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY OWNER AS OF THE DATE OF THE LIS PENDENS MUST FILE A CLAIM WITHIN SIXTY (60) DAYS AFTER THE SALE. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact: Court Administration, ADA Liaison Escambia County 190 Governmental Center, 5th Floor Pensacola, FL 32502 Phone (850) 595-4400 Fax (850) 595-0360 ADA.Escambia@flcourts1.gov

By: /s/ George Zamora George Zamora Attorney for Plaintiff 2WR10/8-8/15NOS

Re-Notice fo Sale Pursuant to Ch 45 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLES FREDERICK POPIKAS, Deceased.

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AJAX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2019-E, MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES, SERIES 2019E, BY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE Plaintiff, vs. DONNA L. LOCKE, JOEL L. LOCKE, UNKNOWN PARTY #1 N/K/A SIERRA LOCKE, AND UNKNOWN TENANTS/OWNERS, Defendants. Case No. 2019-CA-000966 Division E NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Final Judgment of Foreclosure for Plaintiff entered in this cause on September 21, 2022, in the Circuit Court of Escambia County, Florida, Pam Childers, Clerk of Circuit Court, Escambia County, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will sell the property situated in Escambia County, Florida described as:

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Personal Representative William H. Stoll, Jr. 1842 Hidden Harbor Road Hixson, TN 37343

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA Probate Division

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

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NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

Attorney for Personal Representative: Kerry Anne Schultz Attorney Florida Bar Number: 563188 2777 Gulf Breeze Parkway GULF BREEZE, FL 32563 Telephone: (850) 754-1600 Fax: (850) 754-1601 E-Mail: kaschultz@schultzlawgrp.com Secondary E-Mail: ashlyn@schultzlawgrp. com

DIVISION: NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of Charles Frederick Popikas, deceased, File Number 2025-CP-000204, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

IN RE: ESTATE OF JUDITH SCARMINACH SMYTHE, Deceased. Case No.: 2025 CP 001147 Division: T NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The Administration of the estate of Judith Scarminach Smythe, deceased, whose date of death was February 23, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is M. C. Blanchard Judicial Building, 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida, 32502. The name and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are All other creditors of the decedent and other set forth below. persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, All creditors of the decedent and other persons contingent or unliquidated claims, must having claims or demands against decedent’s file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 estate on whom a copy of this notice is required MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST to be served must file their claims with the court ON OR BEFORE THE ATER OF 3 PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. MONTHS AFTER THE DEATH OF THE FIRST ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY FOREVER BARRED. OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. The date of first publication of this Notice is All other creditors of the decedent and other October 8, 2025. persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with Attorney for Personal Representative the court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE JOSEPH W.C. BOYLES, ESQUIRE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF Attorney at Law THIS NOTICE 212 W. Cervantes Street Pensacola, FL 32501-3464 ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE (850) 433-9225 TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA FLORIDA BAR #14188 STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE jwcb@boylesandboyleslaw.com FOREVER BARRED. jennifer@boylesandboyleslaw.com

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Notice to Creditors IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF PETER RAND,Deceased.

IN THE CIRCUIT CIVIL COURT OF THE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF FLORIDA, IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY CIVIL DIVISION

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk.

Personal Representative: Joyce D. Rand 4068 Longwood Circle Gulf Breeze, Florida 32563

The date of first publication of this notice is October 8, 2025. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED Attorney for Personal Representative: TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE /s/ Lauren A. Merritt DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. LAUREN A. MERRITT Lauren A. Merritt, P.A. THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF Florida Bar Number: 1017893 THIS NOTICE IS October 8, 2025. 105 S. De Villiers Street Pensacola, FL 32502 Attorney for Personal Representative Telephone: (850) 741-2999 Kathlyn M. White (FBN: 13763) Fax: (850) 466-0956 Attorney for Personal Representative E-Mail: lauren@laurenmerrittlaw.com Coastal Probate Trust & Elder Law 905 E. Hatton St., Ste. B Personal Representative: Pensacola, FL 32503 /s/ Kathleen McGinn (850) 202-8535 KATHLEEN MCGINN kmwhite@cptelegal.com 3451 Pine Tree Court dmclin@cptelegal.com Pace, FL 32571 rpmorgan@cptelegal.com

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at least 7 days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than 7 days; if you are Personal Representative hearing or voice impaired, call 711.” Charles Steven Popikas 188 Pizarro Drive Hot Springs Village, AR DATED this 19th day of August 2025. 71909 /s/Sarah S. Walton SARAH S. WALTON Florida Bar No.: 49954 Philip A. Bates, P.A. Post Office Box 1390 Pensacola, FL 32591-1390 T: (850) 470-0091 swalton@philipbates.net dwatts@philipbates.net Attorney for Plaintiff, SERVISFIRST BANK

The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2025.

File No. 2025-CP-470 Division

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 8, 2025. MICHAEL GIBSON, ESQUIRE Florida Bar No.: 831239 GIBSON & JARVIS, P.A. 5412 Highway 90 Pace, FL 32571 Phone (850) 995-8885 Fax (850) 995-9799 mike@mikegibsonlaw.com penny@mikegibsonlaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative RANDALL R. FLEMING Petitioner 2WR10/08-10/15NTC

NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of PETER RAND, deceased, whose date of death was IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR May 29, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate PROBATE DIVISION Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, FL 32583. The names and IN RE: ESTATE OF addresses of the personal representative ROBERT D. MCGINN and the personal representative’s attorney Deceased. are set forth below. File No.: 2025 CP 472 All creditors of the decedent and other Division: D persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this NOTICE TO CREDITORS notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE The administration of the estate of Robert LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME D. McGinn, deceased, whose date of death OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS was August 3, 2025, is pending in the Circuit NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon ON THEM. Boulevard, Milton, Florida 32583. The name and address of the personal representative The personal representative has no duty and the personal representative’s attorney to discover whether any property held at are set forth below. the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse All creditors of the decedent and other persons is property to which the Florida Uniform having claims or demands against decedent’s Disposition of Community Property Rights estate on whom a copy of this notice is required at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216to be served must file their claims with this 732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 apply, unless a written demand is made by MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS Florida Statutes. The written demand must AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY be filed with the clerk. OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

LOT 16 IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SOUTHEAST QUARTER, SECTION TEN, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 30 WEST, All other creditors of the decedent and other CONTAINING 5 ACRES MORE OR LESS. persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with and commonly known as: 8875 UNTREINER this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE AVE, PENSACOLA, FL 32534; including the DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF building, appurtenances, and fixtures located THIS NOTICE. therein, at public sale, to the highest and best bidder, for cash, online at www.escambia. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE realforeclose.com, on November 5, 2025 at TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA 11:00 A.M. STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. Any persons claiming an interest in the surplus from the sale, if any, other than the property NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS owner as of the date of the lis pendens must SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED file a claim before the clerk reports the surplus TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER as unclaimed. THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. Dated: September 29, 2025

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

IN RE: ESTATE OF KATHLEEN ANNE COUGHLIN Deceased. File No.: 2025 CP 505 Division: D NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Kathleen Anne Coughlin, whose date of death was June 12, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is P.O. Box 472, Milton, FL. 32572. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: The Estate of CHRISTIAN MARCELO TORO, Deceased. CASE #2025-CP-001358 Division U - Judge Boles NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: You are hereby notified that an Order of Summary Administration will be entered in the estate of CHRISTIAN MARCELO TORO, deceased, File Number 2025-CP-001358, by the Circuit Court for ESCAMBIA County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W. Government St., Pensacola, FL 32502, that the decedent’s date of death was January 2, 2025, that the total value of the estate is $46,000.00 and that the names and addresses of those to whom it has been assigned by such order are:

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with Name: this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE AMY D. TORO, TRUSTEE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF of the Christian & Amy Toro Trust THIS NOTICE. Address: ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME c/o Kimberly S. Sullivan, Esq. PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 905 E. Hatton St., #B OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE Pensacola, FL 32503 FOREVER BARRED. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS THAT SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE All creditors of the estate of the decedent and DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent other than those The date of first publication of this notice is for whom provision for full payment was made in the Order of Summary Administration must October 8, 2025. file their claims with this court WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA Attorney for Personal Representative: STATUTES SECTION 733.702 ALL CLAIMS Jason R. Mosley AND DEMANDS MOT SO FILED WILL BE Florida Bar No.: 386650 FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING 6706 Plantation Rd, Suite C, ANY OTHER APPLICABLE TIME PERIOD. Pensacola, FL 32504 ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR Telephone: (850) 696-1196 MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF jmosley@mosleyestatelaw.com DEATH IS BARRED. Personal Representative: The date of first publication of this Notice is Jay Coughlin October 8, 2025. 2WR10/8-10/15NTC Attorney for Person Giving Notice /s/ Kimberly S. Sullivan KIMBERLY S. SULLIVAN, ESQ. Florida Bar Number: 101408 Coastal Probate Trust & Elder Law IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR 905 E. Hatton St., #B, Pensacola, FL 32503 SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA Telephone: 850-434-7276 PROBATE DIVISION Telephone: (850-434) 850-434-7276 E-Mail: ksullivan@cptelegal.com IN RE: ESTATE OF BARBARA G. STOLL A/K/A Person Giving Notice: MARYANN BARBARA GOING /s/ Amy D. Toro STOLL, AMY D. TORO Deceased. File No. 25000479CPMXAX

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Barbara G. Stoll a/k/a Maryann Barbara Going Stoll, deceased, whose date of death was 11/16/2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, File No. 25000479CPMXAX, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Boulevard, Milton, FL 32583. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. The Personal Representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the Decedent’s death by the Decedent or the Decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF MYRA BOYD-ALEXANDRE Deceased. File No. 2025 CP 995 Division NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The administration of the estate of Myra Boyd-Alexandre, deceased, whose date of death was May 26, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 W Government Street Pensacola, FL 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal All creditors of the decedent and other persons, representative’s attorney are set forth below. having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, on whom a copy of this notice is All creditors of the decedent and other persons required to be served, must file their claims with having claims or demands against decedent’s this court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE (3) estate on whom a copy of this notice is required MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST to be served must file their claims with this PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY All other creditors of the decedent and other OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

The date of first publication of this notice is October 1, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ William A Brightwell IV William A. Brightwell, IV Attorney Florida Bar Number: 0111387 Brightwell Law PLLC 236 W. Garden St. Suite 4 Pensacola, FL 32502 Telephone: (850) 332-0003 E-Mail: william@brightwell.law Secondary E-Mail: office@brightwell.law Personal Representative: /s/ Marc Denton Stam Marc Denton Stam 616 Lost Key Drive Unit 202A Pensacola, Florida 32507-3681 2WR10/8-10/15NTC

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF JOAN MONTANO Deceased. File No. 2025-CP-1174 Division U NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Joan Montano, deceased, whose date of death was July 20, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, Florida Statutes, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. The written demand must be filed with the clerk. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Kramer A. Litvak Florida Bar Number: 965881 K. Jake Walters Florida Bar Number: 1026099 Attorneys for Personal Representative Litvak Beasley Wilson & Ball, LLP 40 South Palafox Place, Suite 300 Pensacola, Florida 32502 Telephone: (850) 432-9818 Fax: (850) 432-9830 E-Mail: kramer@lawpensacola.com Secondary E-Mail: jake@lawpensacola.com annabelle@lawpensacola.com Personal Representative: John D. McClenahan 58 Chestnut Avenue Clarendon Hills, Illinois 60514 2WR10/15-10/22 NTC

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PUBLIC NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

4557 Chumuckla Hwy. Pace, Florida 32571 Telephone: (850) 995-1102

IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHAEL GLEN Personal Representative: WILLIAMSON, Nichole Bellew Deceased. 3824 Runner Stone Drive Pace, Florida 32571 File NoWILLIAMSON.: 2025 CP 1379 2WR10/15-10/22 NTC Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of MICHAEL G. WILLIAMSON, deceased, whose date of death was July 3, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: /s/ Lauren A. Merritt LAUREN A. MERRITT Lauren A. Merritt, P.A. Florida Bar Number: 1017893 105 S. De Villiers Street Pensacola, FL 32502 Telephone: (850) 741-2999 Fax: (850) 466-0956 E-Mail: lauren@laurenmerrittlaw.com Personal Representative: /s/ Stephanie Williamson STEPHANIE WILLIAMSON 5892 Augustine Dr., Pace, FL 32571 2WR10/15-10/22NTC

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF THOMAS EUGENE LAMBERT, Deceased. File No. 2025-CP-522 Division D NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Thomas Eugene Lambert, deceased, whose date of death was August 1, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 4025 Avalon Blvd, Milton, Florida 32583. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF CHARLOTTE LANELL TINDALL, Deceased. File No. 2025-CP-1385 Division U

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 0015455 Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones, P.A.

ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 8, 2025.

Attorney for Personal Representative: Oscar J. Locklin E-mail Addresses: olocklin@ljslawfirm.com, The administration of the estate of Charlotte serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com Lanell Tindall, deceased, whose date of Florida Bar No. 15455 death was July 24, 2025, is pending in the Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones P.A. Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, 4557 Chumuckla Hwy Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Pace, Florida 32571 W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida Telephone: (850) 995-1102 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal Personal Representative: representative’s attorney are set forth below. Shelley Wayne Haskins 1681 Longleaf Drive NW All creditors of the decedent and other Huntsville, Alabama 35806 persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this 2WR10/15-10/22NTC notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND ON THEM. FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, All other creditors of the decedent and other FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with IN RE: ESTATE OF this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE CHRISTOPHER BRACKETT SHEA DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF Deceased. THIS NOTICE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of first publication of this notice is October 15, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative: Angela J. Jones E-mail Addresses: ajjones@ljslawfirm.com, serviceprobate@ljslawfirm.com Florida Bar No. 096441 Locklin, Saba, Locklin & Jones, P.A. 4557 Chumuckla Hwy. Pace, Florida 32571 Telephone: (850) 995-1102 Personal Representative: Eric Tindall 904 River Oaks Drive Greenville, Texas 75402 2WR10/15-10/22NTC

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME PROBATE DIVISION OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE IN RE: ESTATE OF OLEETA OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE JEANNE HAYS, ON THEM. Deceased. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes.

File No. 2025-CP-1393 Division U NOTICE TO CREDITORS

CASE NO.: 2025 CP 000492 NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE: The administration of the estate of Christopher Brackett Shea, deceased, File Number 2025 CP 000492, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, the address of which is P.O. Box 472, Milton, FL 32572, (850) 981-5584. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative=s attorney are set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent=s estate on whom a copy of this notice is served within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THE LATER OF THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR THIRTY DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and persons having claims against the estate of the decedent must file their claims with this Court WITHIN THREE MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of the first publication of this notice is October 8, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative /s/ Ryan Mynard RYAN MYNARD RYAN M. MYNARD, ATTORNEY AT LAW, P.A. POST OFFICE BOX 249 Crestview, FL 32536 Telephone: (850) 683-3940 Facsimile: (850) 689-8630 Primary Email: eservice.ryanmynard@yahoo.com Secondary Email: ashleigh@crestviewlawfirm.com Florida Bar No.: 0150185 Personal Representative /s/ Stefanie Ann Shea Stefanie Ann Shea 6143 Oak Hill Road Crestview, FL 32536

The administration of the estate of Oleeta Jeanne Hays, deceased, whose date of death was August 5, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 2WR10/8-10/15 NTC W Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF MARK DONOVAN MCANALLY, Deceased. Case No. 2025-CP-517 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of MARK DONOVAN MCANALLY, deceased, Case Number 2025-CP-517, is pending in the Circuit Court for Santa Rosa County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is Post Office Box 472, Milton, FL 32572. The Estate is intestate. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All creditors of Decedent and other persons having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of Decedent and other people having claims or demands against Decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, must file their claims with this Court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATIONS OF THE NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED.

The date of first publication of this Notice is ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE October 15, 2025. FOREVER BARRED. Attorney for Personal Representative The date of first publication of this Notice is Thomas C. Staples October 8, 2025. Fla. Bar No. 169708 STAPLES LAW GROUP, P.A. 100 S. Alcaniz Street, First Floor, Suite A Attorney for Personal Representative Pensacola, Florida 32502 /s/ Marisa Andrews (850) 432-4143 Marisa Andrews Counsel for Personal Representative Florida Bar No. 1016466 Primary Willing Street Law Email: tcs@stapleslawfl.com 5218 Willing Street Secondary Email: tstaples@stapleslawfl.com Milton, FL 32570 aross@stapleslawfl.com (850) 623-3200 efile@stapleslawfl.com Castle Rock, Colorado 80104 Personal Representative Personal Representative Amber Yelvington Mason D. McAnally 3951 Ashland Avenue MASON DONOVAN MCANALLY Pensacola, Fl 32534 4874 Trails Edge Lane 2WR 10/15-10/22 NTC 2WR10/08-10/15NTC

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF JEDDY M. RUIZ, Deceased. CASE NO.:2025-CP-001204 DIVISION: T NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Jeddy M. Ruiz, deceased, with the case number indicated above, is pending in the Circuit Court in and for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 West Government Street, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The name and address of the personal representative are: Therese Ritchie, 1701 East Moreno Street, Pensacola, Florida 32503. A personal representative or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in [F.S.] 732.216– 732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under [F.S.] 732.2211. All persons having claims against this estate who are served with a copy of this notice are required to file with this court such claim within the later of three (3) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or thirty (30) days after the date of service of a copy of this notice on such person.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF VIRGINIA BOARDWINE, Deceased. File No.: 2025 CP 1427 Division: U NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Virginia Boardwine, deceased, whose date of death was September 25, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, FL 32501. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below.

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. The personal representative has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in ss. 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under s. 732.2211, Florida Statutes. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of the first publication of this notice is October, 2025. Attorney for Personal Representative:Personal Representative: Marcus A. Huff, Esq. Lisa Diane Norris Bernau Florida Bar No. 91163 8145 Banberry Road Phelps Dunbar LLP Pensacola, Florida 32514 501 Commendencia Street Pensacola, Florida 32502 Telephone: (850) 432-2451 Fax: (850) 469-3331 Primary email: marc.huff@phelps.com Secondary email: sue.lamont@phelps.com 2WR10/8-10/15NTC

Notice of Action IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR SANTA ROSA COUNTY, FLORIDA ALANA SPARROW, Plaintiff, v. JAMES CUMMINGS, JR., et al. Defendants, Case No.: 2023-CA-676 NOTICE OF ACTION

All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must file their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

TO: SHELIEA F. SMITH, ADRIANNA SMITH a/k/a SELANA SMITH, ZAVION SMITH, and the unknown spouse, heirs, devisees, grantees, creditors, or other parties claiming by, though, under, or against any known or unknown person who is not known to be either dead or alive for SHELIEA F. SMITH, ADRIANNA SMITH a/k/a SELANA SMITH, ZAVION SMITH

All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must file their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE Persons having claims against the estate who DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF are not known to the personal representative and whose names or addresses are not THIS NOTICE. reasonably ascertainable must file all claims against the estate within three (3) months ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE after the date of the first publication of this TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION notice. 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE Notwithstanding anything in this notice to the CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. contrary, all claims against the estate must be NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS filed on or before July 7, 2027. SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER FOREVER BARRED. THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS The date of the first publication of this notice BARRED. is October 8, 2025. The date of first publication of this notice is Attorney for the Personal Representative October 15, 2025. Christa Childers Davis Florida Bar Number: 1002385 Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives: Hightower Law Firm Jason R. Mosley 125 W Romana Street, Suite 525 Pensacola, Florida 32502 Florida Bar No.: 386650 (850) 549-3812 6706 Plantation Rd., Suite C, Pensacola, FL 32504 2WR10/8-10/15NTC Telephone: (850) 696-1196 jmosley@mosleyestatelaw.com

YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action to partition the following property in Santa Rosa County, Florida, to wit:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN THOMAS TOUART, DECEASED. CASE NO. 2025 CP 001171 DIVISION U NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the Estate of John Thomas Touart, Case No. 2025 CP 001171, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida 32502. The names and addresses of the Personal Representative and the Personal Representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent, or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must file their claims with this Court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM.

Co-Personal Representatives: Vinh Tran Gina Jackson 2WR10/15-10/22 NTC

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ECAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF ROBERT GERALD NORRIS a/k/a ROBERT JERRY NORRIS, Deceased. CASE NO: 2025CP001309

Commencing at the Southwest corner of Block 3, SANTA VILLA, a subdivision of a portion of Section 13, T-1-N, R-29-W, according to Plat recorded in Plat Book “B” at Page 54 of the Public Records of Santa Rosa County, Florida; thence East along the South line of said Block 660 feet; thence North 525.18 feet to point of beginning; thence continue North 96 feet; thence East 125 feet; thence South 96 feet; thence West 125 feet; being Lot 8 of an unrecorded subdivision. Commonly Known as 4544 Brian Street, Pace, Florida or Parcel# 13-1N-29-000-00550-0000 has been filed against you and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, to it on Oscar J. Locklin, the plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is 4557 Chumuckla Highway, Pace, Florida 32571, within 30 days after the first date of publication of this notice, exclusive of the day of service, and file the original with the clerk of this court either before service on the plaintiff’s attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint or petition. DATED September 16, 2025 JASON D. ENGLISH Clerk of the Circuit Court BY: J. Waren Deputy Clerk 4WR10/1-10/22NOA

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION

IN RE: ESTATE OF LIESELOTTE M. HERRING The administration of the estate of ROBERT SMALLEY GERALD NORRIS, deceased, whose date of Deceased. death was June 17, 2025, is pending in the Circuit Court for Escambia County, Florida, File No. 2024 CP 1321 Probate Division, the address of which is 190 Division Governmental Center, Pensacola, Florida NOTICE OF ACTION 32502. The names and addresses of the (formal notice by publication) personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. TO: Michael J. Herring All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Petition for estate, on whom a copy of this notice is Administration has been filed in this court. required to be served, must file their claims with You are required to serve a copy of your written this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 defenses, if any, on petitioner’s attorney, whose MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST name and address are: PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. NOTICE TO CREDITORS

THE SUMMATION Weekly PUBLIC NOTICES Attorney William Brightwell IV, 236 W. Garden St. Suite 4, Pensacola, FL 32502 on or before October 17, 2025, and to file the original of the written defenses with the clerk of this court either before service or immediately thereafter. Failure to serve and file written defenses as required may result in a judgment or order for the relief demanded, without further notice. Signed on this 17th day of September, 2025. PAM CHILDERS, Clerk of Court As Clerk of Court By: Ann Smith As Deputy Clerk 4WR10/1-10/22NOA

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION IN RE: ESTATE OF LIESELOTTE M. HERRING SMALLEY Deceased. File No. 2024 CP 1321 Division NOTICE OF ACTION (formal notice by publication) TO: Judy Fitch YOU ARE NOTIFIED that Petition for Administration has been filed in this court. You are required to serve a copy of your written defenses, if any, on petitioner’s attorney, whose name and address are: Attorney William Brightwell IV, 236 W. Garden St. Suite 4, Pensacola, FL 32502 on or before October 17, 2025, and to file the original of the written defenses with the clerk of this court either before service or immediately thereafter. Failure to serve and file written defenses as required may result in a judgment or order for the relief demanded, without further notice. Signed on this 17th day of September, 2025. PAM CHILDERS, Clerk of Court As Clerk of Court By: Ann Smith As Deputy Clerk 4WR10-1-10/22NOA A

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