Pensacola Mardi Gras Launches Second Line Tuesdays on Palafox Street

Pensacola, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- Pensacola Mardi Gras is launching Second Line Tuesdays on Palafox Street starting tonight. The celebration begins at five p.m. outside Old Hickory Whiskey Bar with the procession stepping off at five-thirty p.m. The New Orleans Ramblers brass band will lead authentic New Orleans music and movement down Palafox Street. The loop concludes back at Old Hickory where the band plays for thirty minutes as crowds disperse to nearby restaurants and businesses. The experience lasts about an hour and a half. Leading krewes include Daisy Dukes, Priscus, Cheers and Blues. Participants can walk the full loop, join as it passes or simply watch from the sidewalk. Second Line Tuesdays continue through February tenth and are free and open to the public.

DeSantis, Scott & Moody Praise Maduro's Arrest

(Tallahassee, FL) -- Governor Ron DeSantis supports the arrest of Nicolas Maduro. DeSantis said yesterday the Venezuelan president is the head of a drug cartel, and he was sending released prisoners to the US under the Biden administration. DeSantis adds Maduro deserves to be brought to justice. Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody also celebrated Maduro's arrest. They were in Doral yesterday, and Scott said it was incredible to see the community come together with such excitement for the future of Venezuela. Moody says the world, Florida and our kids are safer today.

Salvation Army Bell Ringer Arrested After Chaotic Publix Incident

Martin County, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- A Salvation Army bell ringer in Martin County is accused of spreading more than holiday cheer -- he's accused of getting drunk on the job and attempting to give a store manager a holiday beatdown with the famous red kettle. Officials say 63-year-old Steven Pavlik was taking donations outside a Publix when he apparently had a bit too much eggnog and ended up drunk. He was reportedly getting aggressive with customers. According to the report, that's when the store manager tried to step in. Deputies say Pavlik tried to attack the manager with the donation kettle, but luckily the manager wasn't hurt. Officials say Pavlik fled the scene and was later arrested at his home. He faces charges of aggravated assault and resisting arrest.