Benny Russell Splash Pad Closed Friday For Repairs

The splash pad at Benny Russell Park in Pace is closed today after being hit by lightning. County officials say repairs are underway, and they'll provide an update if the closure needs to extend beyond Friday.

Century Awarded $75,000 To Study Municipal Water System

Escambia County, FL (NewsRadio 92.3) -- The Town of Century is getting seventy-five-thousand dollars from the state to develop a hydraulic model of its municipal drinking water system. The funding is part of nearly eight-point-eight-million dollars Governor Ron DeSantis awarded to twelve small and rural communities across Northwest Florida, aimed at supporting infrastructure, resiliency, and long-term economic growth. Freeport in Walton County also received seventy-five-thousand dollars, to be used updating its comprehensive plan for future industrial and commercial development.

Charges Dropped Against Case Worker In Foster Abuse Case

Pensacola, FL (NewsRadio 92.3) -- Charges have been dropped against a caseworker accused of failing to report a toddler's injuries in a Pensacola foster abuse case. The State Attorney's Office says there wasn't enough evidence to prove thirty-five-year-old Loren Dabbs knew or suspected abuse during her monthly visits between January and April. Sheriff Chip Simmons says he's deeply disappointed by the decision, citing photographs and injury timelines he believes should have raised red flags. The child's foster parents and a daycare director remain charged in the case, with their next court date set for September fifteenth.