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WJHG-TV NBC Panama City Beach - January 20, 2012
Parents of teenage drivers may soon be able to sign up to be notified if their son or daughter gets a ticket. The idea is to alert parents before insurace costs go up. Read more >
Evers Backing Bills on School Prayer, Right to Address Government
North Escambia - January 19, 2012
Parents of teenage drivers may soon be able to sign up to be notified if their son or daughter gets a ticket. The idea is to alert parents before insurace costs go up. Read more >
Evers Pushes School Prayer Bill
Pensacola News Journal - January 19, 2012
BAKER —The hometown of GOP state Sen. Greg Evers is a small, unincorporated community in the northwest part of Okaloosa County, a Panhandle county many Floridians south of Interstate 40 probably have never heard of. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
January 13, 2012
This week in the Capitol, the Senate Reapportionment Committee approved the maps to redraw our Senate and Congressional district lines for the next 10 years. Read more >
Evers: Repeal Septic Tank Inspections, Ethanol and Real ID
North Escambia - January 8, 2012
BAKER —The hometown of GOP state Sen. Greg Evers is a small, unincorporated community in the northwest part of Okaloosa County, a Panhandle county many Floridians south of Interstate 40 probably have never heard of. Read more >
The Man from Baker: Rural Roots Guide Sen. Greg Evers
Pensaconla News Journal - January 7, 2012
As the 2012 Legislative Session gets underway Tuesday in Tallahassee, Sen. Greg Evers has set several priorities. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
January 7, 2012
Next week, I will be heading to Tallahassee for the start of the 2012 Legislative Session, which officially begins Tuesday, January 10. Read more >
Library Groups Recognize Senators
Crestview News Bulletin - December 28, 2011
Library directors from Okaloosa County Public Library Cooperative member libraries met with Sen. Don Gaetz on Nov. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
December 23, 2011
As you gather with friends and family this time of year, it is my hope that the joys and celebrations of this holiday season be felt in your homes, and the gifts of love, peace, and happiness surround you and your loved ones. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
December 17, 2011
This week we received some great news for our state’s work force - Florida’s unemployment rate continued to drop in the month of November. Read more >
Bills Address Mandatory Septic Tank Inspections
North Escambia - December 15, 2011
A new bill filed this week in the Florida House would repeal a state requirement for inspections of the state’s 2.6 million septic tanks, but allow counties to utilize their own inspection programs. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
December 10, 2011
This week in Tallahassee, the Senate Reapportionment Committee voted 23-3 to go ahead with officially submitting our plans to re-draw the lines for our senate and congressional districts. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
December 2, 2011
I want to take this opportunity to thank the Santa Rosa County Commission and all of you who attended the delegation meeting last Wednesday. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
November 18, 2011
This week, I had the honor and pleasure of receiving one of the 2011 Defender of Liberty Awards from the American Conservative Union. Read more >
Evers Honored As 'Defender of Liberty' by Conservative Group
North Escambia - November 16, 2011
Sen.Greg Evers (R-Baker) received the 2011 Defender of Liberty Award from the American Conservative Union for his “outstanding support of conservative values and principles throughout 2011." About two-thirds of the members of the Florida Legislature received the award, which was presented Tuesday during a reception at the State Capitol. Read more >
New Legislation by Senator Evers Would Notify Parents When Teen Drivers Get Traffic Tickets
Phoenix Network - November 11, 2011
(Tlahassee, Florida) - Florida State Senator Greg Evers, a Panhandle Republican, is sponsoring legislation that would allow parents to receive electronic notifications if their child under the age of 18 gets a traffic ticket or is involved in a crash. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
November 5, 2011
This week in Tallahassee, one of my legislative priorities, Senate Bill 238 to repeal the “Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act," passed it first committee by a 10-1 vote. The “Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act,” put in place in 2008, requires that all gasoline for sale contain 10 percent ethanol. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
October 29, 2011
I would like to thank all of you who were in attendance and gave us your thoughts during this past week's public hearing with the Escambia County Legislative Delegation.Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
October 22, 2011
This week in the Capitol, members of the Senate Judiciary Committee addressed my Senate Memorial 240 that urges Congress to honor the provisions of our Constitution and federal case law, which limit the scope and exercise of federal power. Read more >
Legislative Delegation Plans Public Hearing
Pensacola News Journal - October 15, 2011
Members of Escambia County's state legislative delegation have scheduled a public hearing from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Pensacola City Hall's Hagler Mason Conference Room, 222 W. Main St., Pensacola.
FAMU Renovations, Hiring Underway
Crestview News Bulletin- October 14, 2011
Jobs and permanent staff members are already starting to trickle into Crestview as work proceeds in earnest on renovations of the historic Alatex Building to convert it into the Florida A&M University Rural Diversity Healthcare Center, which will offer degrees leading to a pharmacy license. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
October 14, 2011
I appreciate all of you who joined us at the Bay County Legislative Delegation meeting on Tuesday night to discuss your priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Read more >
Alatex Building Renovation Brings New Jobs to Panhandle
Foster Folly News- October 13, 2011
Crestview, Fla. – Senator Greg Evers (R-Baker) today joined Florida A&M University President Dr. James H. Ammons, Crestview Mayor David Cadle and City Council President Charles Baugh, among others, at a community meet and greet hosted by Peter Brown Construction Inc. and FAMU. Read more >
Panama City News Herald - October 11, 2011
PANAMA CITY — Facing another grueling year of budget cuts that will be complicated by redistricting, Bay County’s legislative delegation spent some time with constituents Tuesday night to hear their priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
October 7, 2011
First of all, I would like to thank those of you who have voiced your ideas and suggestions throughout the redistricting public hearings across the Panhandle and our entire state. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
October 1, 2011
Coming up this weekend is the 22nd Annual Jay Peanut Festival at the Gabbert Farm. Read more >
Senator Greg Evers Files Legislation Supporting Florida Veterans
The Phoenix Network - September 26, 2011
(Tallahassee, Florida) – Panhandle Republican Florida State Senator Greg Evers has filed several legislative proposals that would benefit Florida’s United States Armed Forces veterans. Read more >
North Escambia - September 26, 2011
During the first week of committee meetings for the 2012 legislative session, local Sen. Greg Evers filed or cosponsored three veterans’ related bills. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
September 25, 2011
This week marked the start of the committee meetings for the 2012 Session - and what a week it has been!Read more >
Viewpoint: Evers: On Constitutional Rights, I Am Right
Pensacola News Journal - September 17, 2011
Contrary to the PNJ's assertion, I fully understand the importance of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
September 16, 2011
As you may have heard, this week a federal judge in Miami blocked and declared unconstitutional the patient privacy bill that I proudly sponsored and championed last Session to prevent patients being interrogated about whether they had guns in their homes. Read more >
Sen. Evers Fired Up over Judge's Ruling on Gun Law
Pensacola News Journal - September 15, 2011
State Sen. Greg Evers said he is "appalled" by a federal judge's decision to block enforcement of a law that restricts what doctors can say to their patients about guns. Read more >
Rally Looks Back on Lessons of 9/11
Pensacola News Journal - September 12, 2011
American Flags waved high, chests stuck out proudly and hands clapped as "God Bless America" was sung by the choir and the audience.Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
September 9, 2011
This Sunday will mark 10 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks on our nation. Although this will forever be a sad day in our history, we must continue to keep all of the heroic first responders, armed forces and innocent victims of the attacks, present in heart and mind. Read more >
Senator Greg Evers Fighting Florida's Septic Tank Law
Pensacola News Journal - September 3, 2011
State Sen. Greg Evers has filed legislation that would repeal the controversial septic tank inspection law passed in 2010. Read more >
Evers, Broxson Tackle Septic Law
Gulf Breeze News - August 31, 2011
Sen. Greg Evers of Baker has filed Senate Bill 114 and Rep. Doug Broxson of Gulf Breeze has co-sponsored House Bill 79 to repeal the septic tank inspection law passed in 2010 that requires every septic tank in the state to be inspected every five years. Read more >
Evers Files Bill to Repeal Septic Tank Inspection Law
North Escambia - August 31, 2011
State Sen. Greg Evers is making another attempt to have Florida’s tank inspection law repealed.
Evers Files Bill to Repeal Septic Tank Inspections
Northwest Florida Daily News- August 30, 2011
As promised, state Sen. Greg Evers will take another run in 2012 to repeal legislation to require statewide inspections of septic tanks. Read more >
Weekly Update From Senator Greg Evers
August 27, 2011
I want to take this opportunity to share my sentiments and gratitude to our men and women who risk their lives every day to protect our freedom and safety.
Weekly Update From Senator Greg Evers
August 19, 2011
This week, I have received numerous calls and emails from concerned constituents regarding the Dorcas Fire District Board of Commissioners’ decision on July 7, to raise fire assessment fees and remove the cap of $50, which represented the maximum landowners could be charged.
Evers Appointed to Senate Committee on Child Protection
Northwest Florida Daily News - August 18, 2011
The public outcry after the Casey Anthony verdict was heard across the country, but acutely so in the mother’s and daughter’s home state of Florida.
ICYMI: Greg Evers to Serve on State Committee Created From Casey Anthony Trial
August 16, 2011
Following the recent verdict of the Casey Anthony trial, I received numerous emails and phone calls from constituents, expressing their concerns with our current laws not adequately protecting our children.
Greg Evers to Serve on State Committee Created From Casey Anthony Trial
North Escambia - August 16, 2011
The North Escambia area’s state senator, Greg Evers, will serve on a new state committee that will look at child protection laws in Florida.
Court Ruling Against Federal Health Care Law
Chipley Bugle - August 15, 2011
Senator Greg Evers (R-Baker) released the following statement Sunday in regards to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals declaring the individual mandate within Obamacare unconstitutional.
Senator Greg Evers' Statement on 11th Circuit Court Ruling Against Federal Health Care Law
Foster Folly News - August 15, 2011
Baker, Fla. – Senator Greg Evers (R-Baker) today released the following statement in regards to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals declaring the individual mandate within Obamacare unconstitutional.
Evers, Coley Will Resume Fight to Sink Septic Tank Inspections
Panama City News Herald - August 13, 2011
MARIANNA — Northwest Florida representatives Doug Broxson and Marti Coley have signed on as co-sponsors to a bill aimed at dismantling a law requiring state inspections of septic tanks.
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
August 11,2011
2011 Sales Tax Holiday. I would like to take this opportunity to remind our students and their families to take advantage of the 2011 Florida Sales Tax Holiday taking place this Friday, August 12, through Sunday, August 14.
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
August 5,2011
Summary of Our Town Hall Meetings
I would like to thank all of you for taking the time to come out to our town hall meetings along the district.
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
July 29,2011
Reminder to Join Me at Tonight's Town Hall Meeting. Tonight will bring to a close our successful town hall tour around the district.
Senator Hosts Town Hall Meeting Tonight
Pensacola News Journal - July 29,2011
State Sen. Greg Evers, R-Baker, is hosting a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. today at the Hadji Shrine Temple at 800 W. Nine Mile Road. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
July 22,2011
Reminder to Join Me at Upcoming Town Hall Meetings. I look forward to seeing everyone at tonight’s town hall meeting over at DeFuniak Springs.
Sen. Greg Evers Meets With Residents in Jay
Santa Rosa Press Gazzette - July 19,2011
Senator Greg Evers took a trip west on Highway 4 to visit the Town of Jay Friday night and talk with constituents. Read more >
Sen. Evers to Host 2 Town Hall Meetings
Pensacola News Journal - July 15,2011
State Sen. Greg Evers, R-Baker, will host two District 2 town hall meetings this month. Read more >
Florida Senate Ready to Start Work on a Caylee's Law this Fall
The Palm Beach Post - July 7,2011
TALLAHASSEE — With a "Caylee's law" already proposed by Boca Raton Rep. Bill Hager and other Republican House members, state senators also are positioning themselves to explore steps they can take to toughen criminal sanctions aimed at protecting children. Read more >
Happy 4th of July from Senator Greg Evers
July 4,2011
Dear Friends: I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits to celebrate our Independence Day with family and loved ones. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
June 28,2011
Northwest Florida Redistricting Meetings in Review
The local redistricting meetings are off to a great start. The purpose of holding these hearings is to empower us, as legislators, with the information we need in order to do what is right for the citizens of Florida. Read more >
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
June 17,2011
Legislative News – Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights – Senate Bill 234 Relating to the Right To Carry & Firearms Purchases Signed by The Governor.
I congratulate and applaud Governor Rick Scott for signing my Senate Bill 234 into law today, that makes two important changes to Florida's “Right-to-Carry” law - also known as the "Concealed Weapons Licensing" law. Also, SB 234 conforms Florida's firearms purchase law with federal law.
Weekly Update from Senator Greg Evers
June 11,2011
Protecting Our Second Amendment Rights – House Bill 155/Senate Bill 432 & Senate Bill 234.
In my years in the Florida Legislature, it has been my priority and commitment to you to champion legislation to protect the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding gun owners in Florida. Governor Scott has signed House Bill 155, the companion to my Senate Bill 432.
Evers to File New Septic Tank Mandate Repeal (LAW)
Northwest Florida Daily News, May 13, 2011
Only a week after the 2011 state legislative session ended without a repeal of the state’s septic tank inspection law, Sen. Greg Evers, R-Baker, announced Friday that he and Tallahassee Democrat Bill Montford will file a new repeal bill. Read more >
Septic Tank Inspections Remain Law, Senate Repeal Fails
North Escambia, May 9, 2011
The law requiring mandatory septic tank inspects remains on the books in Florida after the Senate failed to take up a bill repealing the measure prior to the end of the 2011 session.
Gun Bills Pass Senate, Headed to Governor
The News Service of Florida, April 29, 2011
The Florida Senate on Thursday sent Gov. Rick Scott a pair of National Rifle Association-backed measures including a proposal to encourage doctors not to ask patients if they have guns in their homes.
Evers' Open Carry Gun Bill Passes Senate Committee
North Escambia, April 16, 2011
An open carry law opposed by law enforcement and backed heavily by the National Rifle Association passed the Senate Rules Committee Friday on an 8-4 vote, but some committee members said their support may evaporate on the floor. Read more >
Greg Evers Weekly Wrap-Up: Septic Tanks, Gun Open Carry, Local Commissioners
North Escambia, March 26, 2011
Senate Memorial 358 passed its last committee of reference and was placed on the Senate’s special order calendar to be heard next Tuesday, March 29. Read more >
Republican Leaders Applaud Passage of Oil Spill Recovery Act
WMBB, ABC, Panama City, March 16, 2011
Following unanimous support in the Florida Senate, Republican senators praised the efforts of the bill’s primary sponsor Senator Don Gaetz, R-Niceville, and Senator Greg Evers, R-Baker, for serving as clear voices for Northwest Floridians. Read more >
Other views: Bills protect 2nd Amendment rights
Florida Today, February 27, 2011
Freedom-loving Floridians place great value on protecting their constitutional rights. We’re especially passionate about the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms and the right of self-defense.
Fertilizer Fighting is Set to Flare Anew
The Sarasota Herald-Tribune, January 27, 2011
TALLAHASSEE - Under the banner of cutting government regulations, lawmakers are renewing the fight this spring to block local governments from imposing more stringent standards on fertilizer use or sales.
Sens get advice on cutting prison expense
Florida Today, January 25, 2011
TALLAHASSEE — A tough-talking Texas legislator told Florida lawmakers Monday voters don't think it's "soft on crime" to spend money wisely on drug treatment and education for inmates if it avoids building more prisons.
'A Screeching Halt': Septic Tank Inspection Law Delayed
Northwest Florida Daily News, January 19, 2011
Implementation of the controversial septic tank inspection program will be delayed until July 1.
Grassroots Florida Open Carry Movement Gains Momentum
The Examiner, January 10, 2011
On Saturday approximately 150 gun owners packed the First Street fishing pier in Melbourne with holstered pistols on their sides.
Read more >
Sen Greg Evers Looks Forward to Working with New Governor
North Escambia News, January 4, 2011
Senator Greg Evers today released the following statement on the inauguration of Governor Rick Scott: Read more >
Gov. Rick Scott's Inauguration: Local Legislators Say He'll be Good for Business
Northwest Florida Daily News, January 4, 2011
Northwest Florida legislators left Tuesday’s inaugural events with the impression that new Gov. Rick Scott means business. Read more >
Scott Signs Executive Orders
Washington County News, January 4, 2011
TALLAHASSEE – Immediately after being sworn-in as Florida’s 45th governor, Gov. Rick Scott fulfilled campaign promises by signing executive orders to freeze job-killing regulations and require state agencies to verify legal immigration status. He also established a tough new ethics policy and affirmed his commitment to diversity in employment. Read more >
Leaders Remark on Rick Scott's Swearing-in as Governor of Florida
Washington County News, January 4, 2011
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos released the following statement upon Rick Scott’s swearing-in as Governor of Florida:Read more >
Capital Ideas: Openly Carrying Handguns Seems Certain to be Legal Here Soon
Ft. Myers News-Press, January 3, 2011
Robert Bork was in the process of having his name turned into a verb while his Supreme Court nomination went down in flames during that week in 1987. Read more >
Senator Greg Evers Files Repeal of Septic Tank Inspection Program
Foster Folly News, December 2, 2010
Baker, Fla. – Senator Greg Evers (R-Baker) today filed legislation that would repeal the septic tank inspection program signed into law by Governor Charlie Crist earlier this year. Read more >
Rep. Evers' statement on Liberty Counsel uncovering troubling facts in ACLU litigation
Washington County News, October 22, 2010
Representative Greg Evers (R-Baker) today released the following statement in regards to the Liberty Counsel uncovering troubling facts in the ongoing litigation against the ACLU and Santa Rosa County School Board. Read more >
Meeting Held In DFS On Septic Tank Law
Foster Folly News, October 22, 2010
More than 250 attended the meeting concerning SB 550 on Thursday at the DeFuniak Springs Community Center. Read more >
Paul Flemming: Something stinks in septic-tank battle
The Tallahassee Democrat, October 8, 2010
"The right to swing my fist ends where the other man's nose begins." Read more >
Paul Flemming: Legislators backpedal on own septic rules
Ft. Myers News-Press, October 8, 2010
"The right to swing my fist ends where the other man's nose begins." Read more >
EDITORIAL: Septic Showdown
Panama City News Herald, September 26, 2010
Before Florida lawmakers stick their noses in people’s waste, they should clean up their own mess in Tallahassee. Read more >
New EPA Rule Draws Protests
Panama City News Herald, September 25, 2010
Before Florida lawmakers stick their noses in people’s waste, they should clean up their own mess in Tallahassee. Read more >
Lawmakers Raise Stink Over News Septic Tank Inspection Requirements
Panama City News Herald, September 24, 2010
PANAMA CITY — If it doesn’t stink, don’t fix it. Read more >
Lawmakers Raise Stink Over News Septic Tank Inspection Requirements
North Escambia News, September 24, 2010
Several lawmakers are raising a stink over a new law that requires septic tank inspections every five years in Florida.
Read more >
Local Unemployment Up in Florida, Down in Alabama Over Past Year
North Escambia News, September 18, 2010
The latest job numbers released Friday showed increases in unemployment in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties over the past year, while the employment outlook has improved in Escambia County, Alabama. Read more >
It's Over... for now
Crestview News Bulletin, August 30, 2010
The robo-calls are over, the junk mail has stopped flowing, and the mud-slinging ads are off the airwaves, for now. Read more >
Dramatic Results in Primary Battles for House Seats
Sunshine State News, August 26, 2010
With all 120 House seats up in November, there were some dramatic results in the Tuesday primaries. . Read more >
Evers Wins Senate Nod; Broxson Wins 4-Way Race For House Nomination
North Escambia, August 25, 2010
Sen. Greg Evers, R-Baker, defeated fellow Republican Mike Hill in Tuesday’s Republican primary for Senate District 2. There is no Democratic candidate, but Evers faces write-in and Tea Party opposition in November. Read more >
Rep. Evers is closer to Florida Senate seat
Pensacola News Journal, August 25, 2010
Greg Evers is one step closer to moving from the Florida House of Representatives to the state Senate. Read more >
Greg Evers Celebrates Primary Election Victory for Senate District 2
Washington County News , August 25, 2010
Baker, Fla. – Greg Evers tonight celebrated his victory in the Republican primary race for State Senate District 2, which consists of Holmes and Washington, and parts of Bay, Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton Counties. The seat is currently held by Senator Durrell Peaden, Jr. who has served-out his term in the office. Read more >
Evers, Montford have edge in state Senate Race
Panama City News Herald, August 22, 2010
PANAMA CITY — State Senate candidates Greg Evers and Bill Montford have a clear fundraising advantage over the candidates they face in Tuesday’s primary. Read more >
Candidate forum focuses on spending cuts
Panama City News Herald, August 19, 2010
PANAMA CITY —
Candidates for the Second Congressional District agreed during a forum Thursday that federal government spending needs to be cut, but many bristled when it was suggested that the Department of Defense should be included in those reductions. Read more >
State Senate seats up for grabs
Panama City News Herald, August 15, 2010
PANAMA CITY — There’s no arguing the top issues in the race for the Republican nomination in the state Senate District 2 race. Read more >
State Senate Race May Ride on Primaries
Pensacola News Journal, August 2, 2010
Greg Evers and Mike Hill square off in the Republican primary for state Senate District 2 in a race of conservatives in a conservative district. Read more >
Arizona law fervor spreads locally
Pensacola News Journal, July 29, 2010
State Rep. Greg Evers wants Florida law enforcement officers to have the ability to investigate people they believe may be in the country illegally. Read more >
Statement by Greg Evers Regarding Federal Judicial Blocking of Key Provision of Arizona Immigration Reforms
Washington County News, July 29, 2010
State Rep. Greg Evers released the following statement in regards to portions of the Arizona immigration law being discarded by a federal court order. Read more >
State Senate Forum: Tough Questions, Plenty of Answers
Washington County News, July 26, 2010
WESTVILLE — The state senate part of the Concerned American Patriots of Holmes County drew Republican candidates Greg Evers and Mike Hill to Westville City Hall on Thursday, July 22, with a number of questions and a bit of heat between the candidates. Read more >
Evers files legislation mirroring Arizona law
Santa Rosa's Press Gazette, July 20, 2010
Representative Greg Evers (R- Baker) today filed legislation for the upcoming Special Session that is slated to start tomorrow, July 20, 2010, mirroring the Arizona law on immigration. Read more >
Evers proposes Ariz.-style immigration bill
Pensacola News Journal, July 20, 2010
State Rep. Greg Evers on Monday filed a proposal to crack down on illegal immigration. Read more >
Rep. Greg Evers Files Arizona-Like Immigration Bill
North Escambia News, July 20, 2010
Rep Greg Evers today filed legislation Monday for this week’s special session that mirrors the Arizona law on immigration. Read more >
Not all lawmakers focused on drilling ban
Pensacola News Journal, July 17, 2010
The agenda for the upcoming special legislative session is simple but the politics of it are complex. Read more >
Statement by Representative Evers on Reports that the BP Deepwater Horizon is Capped
Washington County News & Holmes County Times Advertiser, July 16, 2010
Representative Greg Evers (R-Baker) today released the following statement regarding news reports that the BP Deepwater Horizon is capped. Read more >
Durell Peaden Endorses Greg Evers to Take His Place in the Senate
North Escambia News, June 29, 2010
Greg Evers won a major endorsement Monday from Durell Peaden, the man that currently holds the Florida Senate District 2 seat. Read more >
Durell Peaden Backs Greg Evers to Take His Place in the Senate
Sunshine State News, June 28, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers, R-Baker, just won a big endorsement in his bid to win a seat in the Senate--the backing of the man who currently holds the job, Sen. Durell Peaden, R-Crestview, who can not run again due to term-limits. Read more >
GOP 'Whistle Stop' rally comes to six-county area
Washington County News, June 12, 2010
The Florida Republican Party and local parties provided an opportunity for citizens an opportunity to meet and greet citizens Saturday as the GOP Whistle Stop rolled through the Panhandle.Read more >
Oil Spill: state reps to meet with property appraisers
Pensacola News Journal, June 9, 2010
State Reps. Clay Ford, Dave Murzin and Greg Evers have scheduled a joint news conference with the property appraisers from Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, Chris Jones and Greg Brown, at Gulf Breeze City Hall, 1070 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze. Read more >
Whistle Stop Tour Stops in Chipley June 12th at 9 a.m.
Foster Folly News, June 6, 2010
In case you haven't heard, the Washington County Republican Party will take part in a panhandle wide Whistle Stop tour. This event will be on June 12th at 9:00 AM at the Farmer's Market/Train Depot. Free Breakfast to the first 100 people. Read more >
Crist Signs Prayer Bill
The News Service of Florida, June 4, 2010
Gov. Charlie Crist signed a once controversial school prayer bill that was watered down throughout the legislative session into law Friday.
The measure, HB 31, grew out of a Panhandle dispute where the Santa Rosa School District had teachers sign a consent decree not to participate in any religious activity at school. Read more >
Crist Signs School Prayer Bill
North Escambia News, June 6, 2010
Gov. Charlie Crist signed a once controversial school prayer bill that was watered down throughout the legislative session into law Friday. Read more >
Priority Bill Protecting First Amendment Rights Signed into Law
Holmes County Advertiser, June 5, 2010
House Bill 31, a bill to protect First Amendment rights and religious speech freedoms of teachers, students and school district employees, co-introduced by Representatives Greg Evers (R-Baker) and Brad Drake (R-Eucheeanna), today was signed into law. This new law protects teachers, students and school personnel by prohibiting district school boards, administrative personnel and instructional personnel from infringing on the constitutional free speech rights and religious freedoms protected by the First Amendment. Read more >
Prayer Bill Praised By Free Speech Advocates
Sunshine State News, May 21, 2010
A bill aimed at encouraging school prayer is drawing praise from an unlikely pairing of free speech advocates and social conservatives -- even as some warn it could make it tougher for school administrators to discipline students. Read more >
Prayer Bill Praised By Free Speech Advocates
The News Service of Florida, May 20, 2010
THE CAPITAL, May 20, 2010…A bill aimed at encouraging school prayer is drawing praise from an unlikely pairing of free speech advocates and social conservatives -- even as some warn it could make it tougher for school administrators to discipline students. Read more >
Fla. Senate candidate forum tonight in Navarre
Crestview News Bulletin, May 20, 2010
A forum for District 2 State Senate candidates is planned from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. May 20 at The Harbor at Holley's main sanctuary, 4006 U.S. Highway 87 in Navarre. Read more >
Reagan Day Dinner Highlighted Republican's Proud Heritage
Foster Folly News, May 19, 2010
Washington County Republican Party Chairwoman Jennifer Bau welcomed guests to the annual Reagan Day Dinner hosted at the Ag Center in Chipley Tuesday night. Read more >
Lawmakers to take questions on WSRE-TV May 25
Pensacola News Journal, May 18, 2010
"Legislative Review: Dialogue with the Delegation" will give citizens the opportunity to ask state legislators questions on subjects ranging from the economic stimulus package impact, the state's foreclosure problems, the impact of the national health care legislation on Florida's budget, the economy in general or any other topic. Read more >
Greg Evers the Northwest Florida Legislator of the Year
Foster Folly News, May 16, 2010
Baker, Fla. - Representative Greg Evers (R-Baker) has announced he received the Northwest Florida Legislator of the Year Award from the Florida League of Cities in recognition of his support and commitment to the communities of Northwest Florida. The award was presented to Representative Evers by Mayor Walt Kelley of Lynn Haven on Friday, May 7, 2010, at the Bay Point Marriot in Panama City. "It is an honor to be recognized in this great capacity by the Florida League of Cities," said Representative Evers. "Northwest Florida has always been my home, and it has instilled in me strong conservative principles and values. While serving as a voice in the Florida Legislature for my neighbors in Northwest Florida, I have always been committed to ensuring that these same core principles and values are reflective of our district." Read more >
Senate race forum is Thursday
Pensacola News Journal, May 16, 2010
A forum for the state Senate District 2 candidates will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Harbor at Holley Main Sanctuary, 4006 State Road 87, Navarre. Read more >
Fla. League Of Cities Names Evers Northwest Fla. Legislator Of The Year
North Escambia News, May 14, 2010
The Florida League of Cities has named Rep. Greg Evers as the Northwest Florida Legislator of the Year. Read more >
Environmental, financial ‘siege' challenges Florida officials facing untamed Gulf oil slick
Palm Beach Post, May 11, 2010
PENSACOLA - The surface fight against BP's uncontrolled, undersea gusher was fought on multiple fronts Monday, with state officials preparing legal defenses in Tallahassee, while at this Gulf Coast city the state's environmental chief, Mike Sole, sought to organize disparate responders' strategies against what has become "a siege." Read more >
Oil disaster a siege, not a marathon, DEP Secy. Sole tells lawmakers
Palm Beach Post, May 11, 2010
The massive oil leak and continuing outpouring of oil into the Gulf of Mexico is a siege, not a marathon, Florida Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Mike Sole told lawmakers on a conference call this afternoon. Read more >
Florida may file lawsuits as early as Monday to fight cap on Gulf oil leak claims
Palm Beach Post, May 9, 2010
DESTIN - Florida may file lawsuits as early as Monday against either BP or others associated with the massive leak still spewing oil into Gulf of Mexico waters less than 100 miles off the state's coast, Gov. Charlie Crist hinted Sunday. Read more >
State lawmaker switches races, seeks County Commission seat
Pensacola News Journal, May 8, 2010
State Rep. Dave Murzin said he's tired of hearing about controversy among some candidates running for the District 2 Escambia County Commission seat. Read more >
Murzin Drops State Senate Bid
Sunshine State News, May 7, 2010
Big political news from the Panhandle. Rep. Dave Murzin, R-Pensacola, has dropped out of the race to take the state senate currently held by Durrell Peaden. Murzin will instead run for for a county commission seat in Escambia County. Read more >
Florida Panhandle GOP No Longer Supports ‘Drill Baby Drill'
Think Progress, May 7, 2010
The Wonk Room is blogging, photographing, and tweeting live from the Gulf Coast. See previous dispatches from Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. Read more >
Flyover Shows Spill Still A Couple From Mobile's Coast
WKRG-TV, May 7, 2010
MOBILE, Alabama - During the flyover I was able to see a small fleet of salvage boats, a new rig at the site and a vessel carrying a dome that could help stop the leak. Read more >
Paul Flemming: Fearless reporting from the oil disaster
Tallahassee Democrat, May 6, 2010
The U.S. Coast Guard has nicer planes than the Florida Air National Guard. That's but one tidbit still in the notebook from a week that saw the end of the regular legislative session and an immediate shift of focus to the Deepwater Horizon disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Read more >
From above the site of the spill, there's a different sense of scope
Tallahassee Democrat, May 6, 2010
OVER THE GULF OF MEXICO - The sharp smell of petroleum permeated the air Thursday above the sunken remains of the Deepwater Horizon rig that blew up more than two weeks ago. Read more >
DEP's Sole tells legislators: ‘We could be dealing with this for months'
Tampa Tribune, May 4, 2010
Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Mike Sole briefed legislators in a conference call Tuesday and told them that while Florida still has no evidence of oil in its waters, because "Mother Nature has been a little bit kind to us over the last several days," the problem could be with us for months ahead. Read more >
Political Bits and Pieces
Sunshine State News, May 3, 2010
While U.S Sen. George LeMieux and Lt. Gov. Jeff Kottkamp have vowed to support the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, some Republicans are sticking with Gov. Charlie Crist even though he is now continuing his campaign as an independent. Former Senate President Ken Pruitt and Rep. Marcelo Llorenente attended a Crist fundraiser this weekend. Jacksonville City Councilman Art Shad and Sen. Thad Altman are also backing the governor. Crist can also count on the support of Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Alvarez ... Read more >
Okaloosa Extension Service could get new home
Destin Log, May 2, 2010
CRESTVIEW - The City Council has tentatively agreed to allow the Okaloosa County Extension Service to move to a city-owned lot adjacent to the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce. Read more >
County Extension seeks to relocate
Crestview News Bulletin, May 1, 2010
Flanked by Okaloosa County Extension Director Gerald Edmonson and University of Florida District Extension Director Pete Vergot, County Commissioner Wayne Harris asked the Crestview City Council to consider relocating the County Extension service's facility to a vacant, city-owned lot adjacent to the Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce. Read more >
Bill aimed at protecting religious rights passed by Fla. Senate
The Northwest Florida Daily News, April 29, 2010
A bill intended to provide protection for the religious rights of teachers and students by forbidding districts to enter into legal agreements or settlements without their consent was passed today by the Florida Senate. Read more >
Expressway provision faces speed bumps
istockAnalyst.com, April 29, 2010
Apr. 29 --TALLAHASSEE -- Tampa Bay area House Republicans are vowing -- and recruiting other lawmakers to join them -- to vote down key legislation if it includes a plan to extract $69 million from the Tampa-Hillsborough County Expressway Authority. Read more >
CS/Cs/HB 31 update - bill goes to Senate
Holmes County Times Advertiser, April 29, 2010
TALLAHASSEE - CS/CS/HB 31, co-introduced by State Reps. Brad Drake (R-Eucheeanna) and Greg Evers (R-Baker) last week passed the full Florida House of Representatives; the bill was passed Thursday evening by the Florida Senate. Read more >
Beth El brings legal expert address proposed legislation
Florida Times-Union, April 24, 2010
Beth El-The Beaches Synagogue will host a lecture to help educate the public about two bills concerning church and state separation that are slated to come before the Florida Legislature. Read more >
Fla. House passes amended school prayer bill
The Northwest Florida Daily News, April 22, 2010
TALLAHASSEE - A bill that is touted by lawmakers as offering protection for the religious rights of teachers and students was passed today by the Florida House. Read more >
4-H at the Capitol: Of Course Crist, Florida Forever, the Budget and SB 6 Show Up
Sunshine State News, April 22, 2010
While a 4-H meeting is not exactly ground zero for political junkies, members of that organization could not escape politics when they rallied at the Capitol. Read more >
School prayer bill advances in Senate
Northwest Florida Daily News, April 21, 2010
TALLAHASSEE — With blistering criticism for civil libertarians and some harsh words about an "overreaching" religious climate in Northwest Florida schools, a Senate panel on Tuesday approved a watered-down school-prayer bill. Read more >
Transportation Workers: Don't Raid Our Trust Fund
Sunshine State News, April 20, 2010
Wearing reflective vests and hard hats, more than 400 transportation workers rallied at the Capitol on Tuesday, protesting any cuts to the State Transportation Trust Fund (STTF). Read more >
Gaetz cruises into state House
Pensacola News Journal, April 14, 2010
Staunchly Republican Northwest Florida showed it remains red to the core Tuesday as GOP candidate Matt Gaetz was elected to succeed Ray Sansom in state House District 4. Read more >
DISTRICT 4 ELECTION: Gaetz wins easily
The Destin Log, April 13, 2010
Staunchly Republican Northwest Florida showed it remains red to the core Tuesday as GOP candidate Matt Gaetz was elected to succeed Ray Sansom in state House District 4. Read more >
Evers Continues To Lead In Senate Race Dollars
North Escambia News, April 13, 2010
Greg Evers has now raised over a quarter million dollars in his bid for the Florida Senate District 2 seat, about twice the funds raised by his two competitors combined. Read more >
School prayer fix wins broad support from panel
Jacksonville Daily Record, April 12, 2010
A once controversial school prayer bill won unanimous support from a House panel after a tweak to the legislation severely blunted its reach. Read more >
School prayer bill amended
WTSP-TV CBS Tampa, April 12, 2010
Tallahassee, Florida - A House committee has passed an amended version of a school prayer bill that the sponsor calls a "protection of school free speech." Read more >
School Prayer Fix Wins Broad Support From Panel
Sunshine State News, April 12, 2010
A once controversial school prayer bill won unanimous support from a House panel after a tweak to the legislation severely blunted its reach. Read more >
Florida Briefs: April 10, 2010
St. Augustine Record, April 10, 2010
A once controversial school prayer bill won unanimous support from a House panel after a tweak to the legislation severely blunted its reach. Read more >
Florida House Passes Bill Linking Teacher Pay To Student Performance
North Escambia News, April 9, 2010
[Tallahassee] In an early morning vote, the Florida House approved a comprehensive education reform measure that will start paying teachers based on student performance rather than length of service. The bill passed 64-55. Read more >
Gun Owners' Trust Fund Legislation
Foster Folly News, April 9, 2010
Tallahassee, Fla. – The Gun Owners' Trust Fund legislation, co-introduced by Representative Greg Evers (R-Baker), was today signed into law. This new law will prevent Legislators from raiding the Division of Licensing Trust Fund and reauthorizing unappropriated funds to the General Revenue or Budget Stabilization Funds, protecting the dollars that Florida gun owners' pay into the fund for its original use and intent. Read more >
House panel OKs school-prayer bill
Pensacola News Journal, April 12, 2010
TALLAHASSEE — At the urging of a recent Pace High School student-body president, and over the warnings of civil libertarians, a House panel on Friday unanimously approved a watered-down school-prayer measure that sponsors hope will protect religious freedom. Read more >
Rep. Murzin invites public to meet him on Saturday
Pensacola News Journal, April 8, 2010
State Rep. Dave Murzin, R-Pensacola, is inviting the public to stop by and meet him between noon and 5 p.m. Saturday on the front porch of Jerry's Cajun Cafe at 6205 N. Ninth Ave., Pensacola. Read more >
Prayer as subterfuge
Daytona Beach News-Journal, March 29, 2010
Florida legislators are at it again, taking cross-encrusted sledgehammers to the wall separating church and state. The angle this time: A proposed law that would let students lead "inspirational" prayers at school-sponsored events such as graduations, ballgames and other after-school activities -- and let teachers pray with their students. The proposal masquerades as a guarantee of constitutional freedoms even as it flouts them. Read more >
Survey: 85 Percent Of Voters Have No Idea Who Should Replace Greg Evers
North Escambia News, March 24, 2010
A survey released Tuesday night shows that about 85% of the voters in Florida House District 1 have no idea who they want to replace State Rep. Greg Evers. Read more >
Backers Hopeful For School Prayer Bill Movement
News Service of Florida, March 23, 2010
With two more House committee stops in what is likely to be the last week of meetings for those two panels, the sponsor of legislation clarifying the rights of students to allow prayer at public school events is confident the bill can get to the House floor. The bill (HB 31), which prohibits school boards, school officials or teachers from "discouraging or inhibiting student delivery of inspirational messages at non-compulsory high school activity," was approved Monday in the House Civil Justice and Courts Policy Committee, but still is referred to the Education Policy Council and the Policy Council. The measure's sponsor, Rep. Greg Evers, R-Baker, said Tuesday that the chairman of both of those committees support the legislation and he's confident of getting the bill to the floor. Evers said his focus now is getting the bill moving in the Senate, where it has two committee assignments.
Prayer bill advances toward vote
Chipley Bugle, March 23, 2010
Legislation co-introduced by Reps. Brad Drake (R-Eucheeanna) and Greg Evers (R-Baker) Monday passed the House Civil Justice & Courts Policy Committee, its second committee of reference, advancing it closer toward a vote by the full Florida House of Representatives. House Bill 31 would prohibit the government from interfering with students' desire to give inspirational messages during certain school extra-curricular events. In addition, the bill would prevent future ACLU attacks on the First Amendment protections of freedom of speech like that in Santa Rosa County that led to Pace High School Principal Frank Lay and Athletic Director Robert Freeman being charged with criminal contempt of court for offering a blessing at an adults-only event. Read more >
Student-led Prayer and Inspirational Message Bill
Foster Folly News, March 23, 2010
Tallahassee, Fla. -- Legislation co-introduced by Reps. Brad Drake (R-Eucheeanna) and Greg Evers (R-Baker) today passed the House Civil Justice & Courts Policy Committee, its second committee of reference, advancing it closer toward a vote by the full Florida House of Representatives. House Bill 31 would prohibit the government from interfering with students' desire to give inspirational messages during certain school extra-curricular events. In addition, the bill would prevent future ACLU attacks on the First Amendment protections of freedom of speech like that in Santa Rosa County that led to Pace High School Principal Frank Lay and Athletic Director Robert Freeman being charged with criminal contempt of court for offering a blessing at an adults-only event. Read more >
Lawmakers seek to protect prayer
Fort Myers News-Press, March 23, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- The principal, football coach and former student body president of Pace High School successfully urged a House committee Monday to approve a bill forbidding public school officials from interfering with student-led prayer. Read more >
House panel OKs school prayer bill
Pensacola News Journal, March 23, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- The principal, football coach and former student body president of Pace High School successfully urged a House committee Monday to approve a bill forbidding public school officials from interfering with student-led prayer. Read more >
Committee OKs prayer policy
Tallahassee Democrat, March 23, 2010
The principal, football coach and former student body president of Pace High School successfully urged a House committee Monday to approve a bill forbidding public school officials from interfering with student-led prayer. Read more >
Legislation Protecting First Amendment Rights Passes its Second Committee of Reference
Washington County News, March 23, 2010
Tallahassee, Fla. -- Legislation co-introduced by Reps. Brad Drake (R-Eucheeanna) and Greg Evers (R-Baker) today passed the House Civil Justice & Courts Policy Committee, its second committee of reference, advancing it closer toward a vote by the full Florida House of Representatives. Read more >
'Inspirational Messages' Wins House Committee Support
State Sunshine News, March 22, 2010
Last Spring, for the first time in 33 years, there was no graduation address at Pace High School in Milton. Read more >
House panel OKs school prayer bill
Pensacola News Journal, March 22, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- The principal, football coach and former student body president of Pace High School successfully urged a House committee Monday to approve a bill forbidding public school officials from interfering with student-led prayer. Read more >
Evers wants teachers to have the right to pray
Tallahassee Democrat, March 19, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers wants to stop any other school district in Florida from entering into the same kind of agreement Santa Rosa officials did to prohibit teacher participation in student-led prayer. Read more >
Florida lawmaker seeks to protect teacher prayer participation
Fort Myers News-Press, March 19, 2010
1:10 A.M. -- TALLAHASSEE -- Rep. Greg Evers wants to stop another school district in Florida from entering into the same kind of agreement Santa Rosa officials did to prohibit teacher participation in student-led prayer. Read more >
School prayer studied
Pensacola News Journal, March 19, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- Rep. Greg Evers wants to stop any other school district in Florida from entering into the same kind of agreement Santa Rosa officials did to prohibit teacher participation in student-led prayer. Read more >
Lawmakers Want Review of Fishing Restrictions
Palm Beach Post, March 19, 2010
Several Panhandle state legislators this week wrote members of Florida's congressional delegation requesting a review of new federal fisheries restrictions on northwest Florida fishermen. "Premature closing of the season for red snapper and amberjack dictated by the revisions to the Magnuson Stevens Act affects all of the industries that support our economy-- not simply the commercial fishing industry," the lawmakers wrote. Read more >
Bill lets teachers, students pray
Bradenton Herald, March 18, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- After hours of sweat-stained athletic camaraderie, Pace High School coach Mickey Lindsey must walk away from his players the moment they start to pray. Read more >
School Prayer Bill Clears First Hurdle
The Jacksonville Observer, March 18, 2010
A controversial school prayer bill cleared its first hurdle in the House, paving the way for teacher participation in student-sponsored prayer. Read more >
Evers co-sponsors prayer bill
Rick's Blog, March 18, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers is co-sponsoring a bill, House Bill 31 that is designed to allow student-initiated inspirational messages at some school events. The bill was passed by the Florida House Pre K-12 Education Policy Committee, 9-3.
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Battle over prayer in school heats up
Miami Herald, March 18, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- After hours of sweat-stained athletic camaraderie, Pace High School coach Mickey Lindsey must walk away from his players the moment they start to pray. Read more >
School Prayer Bill Clears First Hurdle
NorthEscambia.com, March 18, 2010
A controversial school prayer bill cleared its first hurdle in the House, paving the way for teacher participation in student-sponsored prayer. Read more >
House bill could allow prayer at some school events
Northwest Florida Daily News, March 18, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- A bill designed to allow student-initiated inspirational messages at some school events has cleared its first hurdle in the Florida House. Read more >
School prayer restrictions provoke new legislation in Florida
St. Petersburg Times, March 17, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- After hours of sweat-stained athletic camaraderie, Pace High School coach Mickey Lindsey must walk away from his players the moment they begin to pray. Read more >
Bill allowing school prayer in Florida schools advances in legislature
Treasure Coast News, March 17, 2010
Students could lead prayers at school functions such as football games and the senior prom, under a controversial bill advanced by a Florida House committee Wednesday. Read more >
Bill allowing school prayer in Florida schools advances in legislature
Palm Beach Post, March 17, 2010
Teachers could pray with their students under a controversial bill that cleared its first hurdle in the Florida House on Wednesday. Read more >
Bill allowing school prayer in Florida schools advances in legislature
Vos Iz Neias, March 17, 2010
Tallahassee, FL - Students could lead prayers at school functions such as football games and the senior prom, under a controversial bill advanced by a Florida House committee Wednesday. Read more >
Bill allowing prayer at school events advances in Florida Legislature
Orlando Sentinel, March 17, 2010
Students could lead prayers at school functions such as football games and the senior prom, under a controversial bill advanced by a Florida House committee Wednesday. Read more >
School Prayer Bill Clears First Hurdle
Wakulla News, March 17, 2010
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 17, 2010..... A controversial school prayer bill cleared its first hurdle in the House, paving the way for teacher participation in student-sponsored prayer. Read more >
EDITORIAL: Florida's legislative dilemmas
Pensacola News Journal, March 5, 2010
In addition to new skirmishes over job creation and offshore drilling, the Florida Legislature this year faces two of its perennial dilemmas, each made dicier by current economic woes: How can the state budget be cut without damaging various public services? And how can lawmakers, on behalf of citizens, reduce the cost of doing business with government while still generating revenue? Read more >
Rep. Greg Evers qualifies for Florida Senate seat
Pensacola News Journal, March 3, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers has qualified by petition to be placed on the ballot to run for the District 2 Florida Senate seat. Read more >
Evers Qualifies For Senate Ballot With Petition Signatures
North Escambia News, March 3, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers has obtained enough voter signatures to qualify by petition for the ballot for the District 2 Florida Senate seat. Read more >
Local legislators bring limited agendas to 2010 session
Northwest Florida Daily News, March 3, 2010
With scant money to spend and election year propriety to be considered, the 2010 legislative session -- which begins Tuesday -- could be short on fireworks. Read more >
Petitions put Evers on senate ballot
Pensacola News Journal, March 2, 2010
Rep. Greg Evers has qualified by petition to be placed on the ballot to run for the District 2 Florida Senate seat. Read more >
Legislators back in action
Pensacola News Journal, March 2, 2010
TALLAHASSEE -- Florida legislators converged on the Capitol on Monday for an election-year lawmaking session marked by an unprecedented $3 billion revenue shortage. Read more >
Legislators kick off challenging session
Tallahassee Democrat, March 2, 2010
Florida legislators converged on the Capitol Monday for an election-year lawmaking session marked by an unprecedented $3 billion revenue shortage and wide-ranging political ambition. Read more >
Evers Qualifies By Petition For Senate Ballot State Capitol
News Service of Florida, March 1, 2010
State Senate candidate Rep. Greg Evers announced Monday that he has qualified for the ballot by petition in his bid to replace Sen. Durell Peaden, R-Crestview in Senate District 2. Evers, R-Baker, had to get the signatures of just under 3,000 voters -- one percent of the total of registered voters in the district. Evers is facing Rep. Dave Murzin, R-Pensacola, and Walter "Mike" Hill in the Republican primary for the seat. There are no Democrats in the race. District 2 includes northern Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton and Bay counties, and all of Washington and Holmes counties. Read more >
Evers is First to Qualify for Ballot Placement-District 2 Race
Foster Folly News, March 1, 2010
Baker, Fla. -- In a clear indication that Greg Evers has wide support among the people of Senate District 2, Evers today announced he has qualified by petition for ballot placement. Read more >
On the Campaign Trail - Senate President-Designate Mike Haridopolos Congratulates Greg Evers for Qualifying by Petition in Senate District 2
RPOF Communications, March 1, 2010
Tallahassee, Fla. -- Senate President-Designate Mike Haridopolos (R-Merritt Island) congratulated Greg Evers today, candidate for Senate District 2, for qualifying by petition for ballot placement. Haridopolos, along with other members of Senate Republican leadership, previously announced their support and endorsement for Representative Greg Evers' campaign for the Florida Senate. Read more >
Local legislators bring limited agendas to 2010 session
Northwest Florida Daily News, March 1, 2010
With scant money to spend and election year propriety to be considered, the 2010 legislative session -- which begins Tuesday -- could be short on fireworks. Read more >
Rep Evers: About Consolidation, Newspaper Editorial
NorthEscambia.com, February 26, 2010
The following opinion piece was submitted by Rep. Greg Evers in response to a recent editorial in the daily printed newspaper. Read more >
Rep. Greg Evers: Consolidation plan was flawed and lacked full participation
Pensacola News Journal, February 25, 2010
As an elected representative to the Florida Legislature, it's my duty to make decisions on issues that reflect the very best our representative form of government has to offer. Read more >
Mark O'Brien: Have you even read the plan?
Pensacola News Journal, February 22, 2010
Here's a way to have some fun with people arguing over a plan to consolidate the governments of Escambia County, the City of Pensacola and the Town of Century. Read more >
Rep. Greg Evers Stops By Chamber Breakfast
Foster Folly News, February 19, 2010
Florida Representative Greg Evers stopped by Thursday's Chamber breakfast to bring attendees up to date on happenings in Tallahassee and field some questions from the audience. Read more >
Florida Professional Firefighters Endorse Greg Evers
Foster Folly News, February 17, 2008
Baker, Fla. -- Florida Professional Firefighters, Inc., the largest association of professional firefighters and emergency medical services personnel in the state, today announced its support and endorsement of Greg Evers in the campaign for Senate District 2. Senate District 2, which includes Holmes and Washington, and parts of Bay, Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton Counties, is being vacated by term-limited Senator Durrell Peaden, Jr. from Crestview. Read more >
Endorsement: Firefighters like them some Evers
Panama City News-Herald Blog, February 17, 2010
Greg Evers, running for the sate Senate seat that includes all or parts of seven counties including, Bay, Walton and Washington counties, has picked up another in a long line of endorsements. Read more >
Florida Forever Up In Air Amid Land Holding Questions
News Service of Florida, February 9, 2010
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Feb. 9, 2010......Lawmakers' frustration with the state's inability to provide a comprehensive list of its land-holdings may dog efforts to revive the Florida Forever environmental program. Read more >
Murzin, Gaetz Feud On Jobs Bill
News Service of Florida, February 8, 2010
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Feb. 8, 2010.....Panhandle politics looks likely to shadow job-creation efforts by Florida lawmakers, with Republican Rep. Dave Murzin of Pensacola criticizing a wide-ranging Senate package Monday as a bid "for the headlines." Read more >
Editorial: Saving voters from themselves
Pensacola News Journal, January 27, 2010
Add at least five Pensacola City Council members to a majority of the Escambia County Commission in their determination to protect voters from ... their own vote. Read more >
'Bud' Day backs Evers
Pensacola News Journal, January 21, 2010
George "Bud" Day, a retired Air Force colonel and activist for veterans, has endorsed state Rep. Greg Evers' bid for the state Senate in District 2. Read more >
Day Endorses Greg Evers for Senate District 2
Foster Folly News, January 21, 2010
Seat being vacated by term-limited Senator Durrell Peaden, Jr. from Crestview, Fla. Read more >
GOP Leadership Backing Evers in Senate Race
The Jacksonville Observer, January 17, 2010
Top Senate Republican leaders have chosen one GOP House member over another in a Panhandle Senate primary, saying Rep. Greg Evers has done a better job raising money and is simply more conservative than primary opponent Rep. Dave Murzin. Read more >
Senate Leaders Back Evers
North Escambia News, January 16, 2010
The Republican leadership of the Florida Senate has announced their support and endorsement of Rep. Greg Evers' campaign for Senate District 2. Senate District 2, which includes Holmes and Washington, and parts of Bay, Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton Counties, is being vacated by term-limited Senator Durrell Peaden, Jr. from Crestview. Read more >
Evers brings in donations
Pensacola News Journal, January 16, 2010
The campaign to replace Durell Peaden in the Florida Senate District 2 seat may be a TKO more than eight months before the primary. Read more >
Another selective endorsement from Haridopolos
St. Petersburg Times Blog, January 15, 2010
Senate Senate President-Designate Mike Haridopolos, R-Indialantic, announced today he is endorsing Rep. Greg Evers' campaign for the northwest Florida Senate district now held by Sen. Durrell Peaden, who is term-limited out. Panhandle Sen. Don Gaetz concurs. Read more >
Bullseye On Senate District 2: Leadership Backing Evers
News Service of Florida, January 15, 2010
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, January 15, 2010......Top Senate Republican leaders have chosen one GOP House member over another in a Panhandle Senate primary, saying Rep. Greg Evers has done a better job raising money and is simply more conservative than primary opponent Rep. Dave Murzin. Read more >
Representative Evers announces Page and Messenger contest
Santa Rosa's Press Gazette
Representative Greg Evers (R-Milton) announced that he will begin accepting applications for the Page and Messenger Program for the upcoming Legislative Session. Each House member can sponsor one page (between the ages of 12 and 14) and one messenger (between the ages of 15 and 18). Read more >
Senate leaders back Evers
Pensacola News-Journal, January 15, 2010
Senate Republican leadership today announced their support and endorsement for state Rep. Greg Evers' campaign for Senate District 2. Senate District 2, which includes Holmes and Washington, and parts of Bay, Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa and Walton Counties, is being vacated by term-limited Sen. Durrell Peaden Jr. from Crestview. Read more >
Campaign finance leads grow over recent fundraising quarter
Panama City News-Herald, January 14, 2010
PANAMA CITY -- The holiday season was good to the frontrunners in area political campaigns. Read more >
Greg Evers Receives NRA Endorsement
Foster Folly News, January 14, 2010
Pensacola, Fla. -- " We are proud to not only endorse Greg Evers, but to tell the voters of Senate District 2 that he is our top priority," said Marion Hammer, past president of the NRA and executive director of USF. "Greg Evers has been a staunch, unrelenting supporter of the Second Amendment, Florida gun owners, the Constitution and the cause of Freedom. On behalf of our members, we thank Greg for his unwavering support and his dedication to Second Amendment rights, and we look forward to helping Greg get elected to the Florida Senate." Read more >
Evers Leads Senate Race Dollars By Large Margin
NorthEscambia.com, January 13, 2010
If dollars were votes and today was election day, Greg Evers would win the Florida Senate District 2 race by a landslide. The latest campaign finance reports are in, and Evers has raised more than twice the dollars than the other two candidates in the race combined. Read more >
Evers on target
Panama City News-Herald, January 12, 2010
In the Florida House, Greg Evers has stood up for my rights and freedoms. He sponsored and passed firearms-related bills (supported by the NRA) that keep Florida citizens and business owners safer. This strong advocacy for gun rights and gun ownership is the endorsement that resonates most with me and his Northwest Florida constituency. Read more >
GOP leaders ready to endorse Evers in Senate race
Northwest Florida Daily News, January 3, 2010
Florida's Senate leaders, Niceville's Don Gaetz among them, are poised to endorse state Rep. Greg Evers as their choice to succeed Durell Peaden. Read more >
Year In Review North Escambia's Biggest Stories of 2009
NorthEscambia.com, December 30, 2009
In March, the Escambia County School Board voted to closed Carver/Century K-8 School, despite pleas from area residents like Annie Savage (pictured) to keep the school open. The vote came a few weeks after the school board held a meeting in Century where dozens of angry parents argued for the school. Read more >
